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Confused by a Crochet Pattern Abbreviation?
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INC = Increase Stitch
INC (Increase) means making 2 or more stitches into the very same stitch space from the previous row. This expands the width of your piece and is essential for forming rounded shapes like balls, plushies, and hats!
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Find the hook holding posture that reduces wrist tension and speeds up stitching.
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Double vs Treble Crochet
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Carry contrasting yarn colors smoothly along your rows to create pixelated geometric motifs.
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