For example, the pattern may indicate something like, “Row 3: single crochet into the back loop” or “Row 5: *SC, SC into back loop, repeat from * to the end of the row. ”

For a double crochet stitch, wrap the yarn around your hook 1 time before inserting it into the stitch. [2] X Research source For a triple crochet stitch, wrap the yarn around the hook 2 times before inserting the hook through the stitch. [3] X Research source

Only loop the yarn around the hook 1 time.

You should have 2 loops on your hook after you pull the yarn through.

This will complete your first back loop single crochet stitch.

For a double crochet stitch, yarn over and pull through 2 stitches 1 more time. [8] X Research source For a triple crochet stitch, yarn over and pull through 2 stitches 2 more times. [9] X Research source

For example, if you are crocheting a blanket using a wave pattern, then you could do a back loop row every time you change colors to make the waves look more prominent. This will give them a 3-D effect.

For example, you could add the back loop row where you want the bottom of the purse to meet the side of the purse.