When you crochet...?

Question

When sc do you put the hook through the two loops of the stitch, or just the top one, assuming that the pattern doesn't say which one to do?

Answer 1

If it doesn't say, you should put the hook through the two loops. On this page (see the link below) you can see the difference your crocheting looks like depending the way you work in the loop
Good luck with your project!
http://www.smart-knit-crocheting.com/crochet-instructions.html

Answer 2

You may do it either way. If you put the hook through both loops (two), your work will have a flatter look. If you insert the hook in the back loop only, then it will have a "wavey" look. For example, when making an afghan, using the chevron pattern, you only insert the hook in the back loop, not the front. The end product has an up and down, wave look to it. I like it much better. But, if you are making something that you want to be heavier with a tighter weave, then you can insert hook into both loops for a more solid look. Hope this helps.

Answer 3

Typically, if the pattern does not state specifically to go through the front or back loop only, then you should go through both loops. Going through just one or the other of those top loops will give you a ridge through the row. This can drastically change the look of your piece.

Answer 4

You can pick up one loop and wrap and pull through if you want and it will give you a ridge or you can go through both loops of the stitch. Have fun with it.

Answer 5

If the pattern doesn't say, it should be both.

Answer 6

pull two, wrap around and then pull the last one through, space and then repeat. This makes great granny squares

Answer 7

if the pattern doesn't say do both.