How to crochet a chain stitch (ch)
The chain stitch (ch) is often used to increase the height of a new row, to create embellishments like hair for a doll, or to add a hole to a piece like to make a basket handle. If a chain stitch is the first stitch in a pattern,that’s your cue to make a “foundation chain”. The only difference between a foundation chain and a regular chain stitch is that it starts with a slip knot.
To make a chain stitch in crochet, yarn over. Pull the yarn through the loop on the hook. There should be one loop left on the hook.
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Minimize the chance of twisting your chain by constantly moving your left hand to hold the chain as close as possible to the hook.
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