In this post, I'm going to show you how to do a chain stitch for absolute beginners. This will be the start of all of your work if you're not crocheting in the round.
Check out this video tutorial of how to get your yarn on your hook and to start your work with chains!
For the yarn that I'm using in this video, click the link below!
Bernat Blanket Yarn in Pumpkin Spice: https://amzn.to/3ECT9qd (Amazon)
How to do a Chain stitch
Step 1: Wrap the yarn around your hook.
Step 2: Turn your hook 180 degrees so it is facing down. Make sure the yarn around your hook is in the hook part of your hook.
Step 3: Pull your yarn through the loop. To make it easier to pull through, pinch the other end of your yarn.
Tip: Make sure you aren't pulling your yarn extremely tight. I normally tell new crocheters that it is better to work with loose work than tight work. If you're pulling your yarn tight, it will be hard to insert your hook into your work as you continue on. Over time, you'll learn the consistency of how tight to hold your yarn,
Here's the final product!
If you liked this tutorial, check out some of my other crochet tutorials!
Check out some of my patterns that use a chain stitch!
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