Beginners / Stitch Library Single Crochet Updated February 25, 2026 This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, I may earn a small commission. Click to see full details of my Privacy Policy. Pin it now, make later!11Shares The single crochet stitch known as double crochet in the UK is possibly one of the most popular crochet stitches as it is often one of the first stitches you will learn when starting to crochet. Single crochet is a neat, dense stitch that creates a simple but beautiful texture, looking identical on both sides which is great if you want to make a blanket or scarf that will be seen on both sides. For those of you who love amigurumi you’ll also use this stitch a lot! So in general single crochet is a great stitch for beginners to master. TABLE OF CONTENTS1. Pattern use ideas2. MATERIALS & TOOLS3. PATTERN NOTES4. PIN FOR LATER5. Single Crochet Stitch Pattern6. VIDEO TUTORIAL7. Right-handed8. Left-handed9. Keep Learning… VIEW MORE▼ Pattern use ideas Amigurumi Blankets Hats & Scarfs Home Accessories MATERIALS & TOOLS Single crochet is a versatile crochet stitch and looks great in all types of yarns. However, if you are a beginner I recommend starting with a DK or Aran weight yarn along with the corresponding crochet hook, you will find this information on the band of your selected yarn. I have used: Yarn: I used Paintbox Cotton DK in colours pistachio green, vanilla cream and blush pink. Hook: I have used a 4mm Darning Needle Scissors Single Crochet Front View Single Crochet Back View PATTERN NOTES Written in US terms This pattern gives you the basic principles for single crochet, designed to help you create your own projects. Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post. Rotate through colours A, B & C changing colour every 2 rows on the last pull through of the last st. Chain(s): Ch(s): Yarn over and pull up a loop. How to Crochet – A Handy Reference Guide eBook Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. Learn more about the eBook here. PIN FOR LATER Pin for Later Single Crochet Stitch Pattern Foundation Chain: Ch 47 Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn [46 sts] Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), sc in first st and across. Turn. Row 3-59: Repeat row 2. Fasten off. Sew in ends. VIDEO TUTORIAL Right-handed Or you can watch on YouTube Left-handed Or you can watch on YouTube Keep Learning… Well done on learning how to single crochet! I hope you found the free pattern and video tutorial helpful? I always love to see your makes so tag me in your makes on social media using #bellacococrochet Click below to learn another new stitch. Half Double Crochet US / Half Treble crochet UK KEEP ON making Don’t miss a thing! Sign up to our newsletter, grab a cuppa and find out about the latest posts and projects. First name Email address Thanks! Please check your inbox (and junk) to confirm your subscription! Pin it now, make later!11Shares Further Reading... Learn How to Crochet: My Handy Reference Guide May 3, 2023 Crochet Joining Methods January 25, 2023 Loop Stitch April 5, 2023 No Comments Leave a Reply Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
