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The single crochet stitch (sc) is one of the most common crochet stitches used in patterns. If you are new to crochet and just learning the stitches this step-by-step tutorial on how to make a single crochet stitch can help.
What You Will Need to Make a Single Crochet Stitch
- Yarn
- Crochet Hook
Our Free Crochet Patterns Using the Single Crochet Stitch:
- Pinwheel Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
- Lemon Peel Stitch Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
- Textured Single Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
- Combo Stitch Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
- Crochet Cat Mat Pattern
- Even Moss Stitch Dishcloth Pattern
- Quick Oatmeal Crochet Cowl Pattern
How to Make a Single Crochet Stitch Video Tutorial
Step By Step Guide On How To Make A Single Crochet Stitch With Pictures
1.) Make a slip knot to get your yarn on the crochet hook:

2.) Make a chain to the length of what you need:

3.) Insert your crochet hook into the second chain from your hook and then yarn over on your hook:

4.) Pull your yarn back through the loop. You will have 2 loops on your hook now.

5.) Yarn over your hook:

6.) Pull your yarn back through the two loops on your hook. You will have 1 loop on your hook now. You now have 1 single crochet stitch complete.

Repeat the process down the rest of your chain for a full row of single crochet stitches:






Other Crochet Stitch Tutorials:
- Single Crochet Back Loop Only
- Half Double Crochet
- Half Double Crochet Slip Stitch
- Half Double Crochet Back Loop Only
- Extended Single Crochet Stitch