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Crochet: Slip Knot

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The stitch that starts your crochet project.
There are many ways to make a slip knot but the result should be the same. A stitch on our hook that can be tightened. In this DROPS Video we show 4 different ways to do so. Just choose the one that looks easiest.

Patterns using this technique

DROPS Extra 0-1569

DROPS Extra 0-1569
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Video #481, listed in: Crochet Videos, Crochet stitches, Basic crochet stitches

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17.12.2015 - 16:01

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Tres bien expliquer vos video merci

17.12.2015 - 16:01

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