How To Join with a Single Crochet Stitch
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Say goodbye to the traditional slip stitch and chain 1 method when joining new yarn! This simple technique is perfect for amigurumi and single crochet projects. With a professional finish and an easy-to-learn process, it will quickly become your favorite way to join yarn. Follow along with the detailed photo and video tutorial to master this method.
Single Crochet Join Technique
- Place a slipknot on the crochet hook.
- Insert the hook into the stitch or chain space specified in the pattern instructions.
- Yarn over the hook.
- Pull up one loop. You have 2 loops on the hook.
- Yarn over the hook.
- Pull through the remaining 2 loops on the hook.
- Follow the pattern instructions. The photo example shows the joining single crochet stitch and 5 additional single crochet stitches.
Super simple right? and you can’t tell it is a joining stitch it looks like all the other single crochet stitches!
When I use this type of joining method, I swing the tail of the yarn behind the work and crochet over it as I go – so I don’t have any yarn ends to sew in afterwards.
This yarn-joining method is a game-changer for crocheters working in single crochet. Whether you’re creating amigurumi or other projects, this seamless technique will help you achieve a professional look every time. Try it out and let me know how it transforms your projects!
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I’m happy you found the tutorial helpful 🙂
Wish I saw this last night!!!! Would have made joining a new spool less stressful.
I’m happy the post was helpful Jeannie 🙂
Welcome Rocio 🙂
Thank you Richelle!
Welcome Kimberly 🙂
This is the part i hate of making afghan blocs!!!! Thanks for making it easier!
Welcome Katy 🙂
Thank you. Pictures are such a great help.
This looks so much easier & “neater” than what I’ve been doing! Can’t wait to give it a try!
Wonderful pics for this explanation!
I was wondering how to do this the correct way. Thank you!