When you are crocheting and need to add stitches to your work, you will need to work an increase. Increasing is a method of shaping your work and making crocheted pieces wider. Essentially, when you want to increase the width of your fabric, you will perform two or more stitches in one stitch at the specified point in the pattern. In patterns, this stitch is often referred to as an “inc” or written as “2 sc in the next stitch”.
Step-by-Step Tutorial for Single Crochet Increase (sc inc):
- Identify the Stitch:
- Find the stitch where the increase is to be made. This will usually be specified in your pattern.
- Insert the Hook:
- Insert your crochet hook into the stitch where you need to increase.
- Yarn Over and Pull Up a Loop:
- Yarn over and pull up a loop. You should now have two loops on your hook.
- Complete the First Single Crochet:
- Yarn over again and pull through both loops on your hook to complete the first single crochet (sc).
- Repeat in the Same Stitch:
- Insert your hook into the same stitch where you just made the first single crochet.
- Yarn over and pull up a loop.
- Yarn over again and pull through both loops on your hook to complete the second single crochet in the same stitch.
Tips:
- Make sure both single crochets are worked into the same stitch.
- Keep your stitches even and consistent to maintain a neat appearance.
Example in a Pattern:
- If a pattern says “2 sc in the next stitch”, it means you need to work two single crochets in one stitch, effectively increasing the number of stitches in that row or round.
Increasing in crochet is a simple and essential technique used to add stitches to your work, allowing you to shape and widen your crochet pieces. Whether you’re working on amigurumi, garments, or accessories, mastering the increase stitch will help you achieve the desired shape and size in your projects. Happy crocheting!
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