If your pattern calls for a different number of starting stitches or different number of stitches around the circle, follow your pattern. All of the following stitch counts can and should be adjusted for your individual project. You can make the next several steps easier by identifying the center hole. Slightly pull apart the two sides of the bunch until a hole appears in the center. Make sure it is the center hole and not the stitches from joining the two ends. Stick and keep a finger in this hole through the process to make your life much easier.
Remember any time that you make one of these chains stitch sets, it counts as one double crochet (or whichever stitch you’re using) in the pattern. Do not forget to count it!
Remember this and all double crochet stitches as “3, 2, 1” in order to get the loops right.
Hold the yarn tight enough to keep tension on the yarn but loose enough that it can still slide through your fingers while you crochet. [2] X Research source
Do not let go of the tail on the loop. This is very important. You should keep holding the tail in place with your finger, or secure it with tape.
If you are a beginner, start with small projects that are worked in flat rows, like potholders or scarves. [3] X Research source Then learn to crochet in the round, try crocheting granny squares and hats. [4] X Research source
