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10:25
How to crochet the Spike Stitch – long double crochet

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet the Spike Stitch, also called the long single crochet. Work chain stitches with a number multiplied with 6+1. In this video we have 24+1 chain stitches. Work like this: Row 1: Turn, 1 chain stitch, 1 double crochet in the 2nd stitch from hook, then work 1 double crochet in each stitches the entire row, turn. Row 2: 1 Chain stitch, 1 double crochet in each stitches the entire row, turn. Row 3-6: Repeat row 2, but in the last pull through on row 6, change color, turn. Now we work the “Spike Stitch” / double crochet with different length. Row 7: Work 1 chain stitch, 1 double crochet in the 1st stitch, 1 double crochet in the next stitch, but in the row under, 1 double crochet in the next stitch, but in the stitch 2 rows under, 1 double crochet in the next stitch, but in the stitch 3 rows under, 1 double crochet in the next stitch, but in the stitch 4 rows under, 1 double crochet in the next stitch, but in the stitch 5 rows under. One rapport with “Spike Stitch” is finish, remember too pull out the double crochets too avoid to be to tight. Repeat the “Spike Stitch” the whole row and work 1 double crochet in the last stitch, turn. Repeat row 2-6, change color and work 1 row with “Spike Stitch”. Work like this to you have your desired length. The small piece in the video is crochet in DROPS Cotton Merino, but we use a thicker yarn when we crochet; DROPS Snow.
4:38
How to crochet a «waistcoat stitch»

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet a knit stitch, aka waistcoat stitch or slip double crochet stitch. Usually we crochet the double crochet in both loops from the round below, but in this video we crochet between 2 stitches. Insert the hook at the top of an up-down V. Remember to crochet loosely! First we show only with one color, then two color to create a little heart. We use the yarn DROPS Snow in the video.
5:14
How to crochet a strawberry

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet a strawberry. Work treble crochet to the stitch where the strawberry starts. Change color (red) and crochet 7 treble crochets in the next stitch, pull out the hook and insert it into 1st treble crochet and the loop from last treble crochet, change color (green) and pull the thread through the loop and 1st treble crochet. Insert the hook between the 1st and 2nd treble crochet and pick up the thread, repeat this between all treble crochets 6 times in total = 7 stitches on hook, yarn over and pull the thread through all 7 stitches. Change color (light gray) and work 1 chain stitch. 1 Work 1 treble crochet in each of the next stitches until the next strawberry should be worked. In this video we work 3 treble crochets between each strawberry and we work around the threads /colors that are not used. By color change, witch to the next color at the last pull through. We use DROPS Snow in this video and on the little swap we use DROPS Muskat.
9:44
How to crochet The Block Stitch

In this DROPS video we show how we crochet "The block stitch". Crochet a chain stitch row with a number of stitches divisible by 3 + 1 chain stitch. We work 15 + 1 chain stitches in the video. Work 15 chain stitches with Color 1. ROW 1: Work 1 chain stitch, 1 double crochet in 2nd stitch from crochet hook, 1 double crochet in next stitch, * 2 chain stitches, skip 2 stitches, 1 double crochetin each of the next 2 stitches *, repeat *-* entire row and finish with 1 double crochet in each of the 2 last stitches, turn. ROW 2: Work 3 chain stitches, 1 treble crochet in the 1st stitch, now work 3 treble crochet in each chain stitch loop the entire row. Finish with 1 treble crochet in the last stitch, but use Colour 2 in the last pull through, turn. Cut Colour 1. ROW 3: Work 1 chain stitch, 1 double crochet in the 1st stitch, 1double crochet in between last stitch group and last treble crochet in previous row, * 2 chain stitches, 1 double crochet in between stitch groups from previous row *, repeat * - * entire row and finish with 1 double crochet in the 3rd chain stitch from previous row, at same time change to Colour 3 in the last pull through, turn. Cut colour 2. ROW 4: Work 3 chain stitches, 1 treble crochet in the 1st stitch, work 3 treble crochets in each chain stitch loop the entire row and finish with 1 treble crochet in the last stitch, turn. Cut Colour 3. Now repeat 3rd and 4th row to desired length. We use the yarn DROPS Snow in the video. This small sample patch is crocheted in DROPS Puna with crochet hook size 3.5 mm.
6:26
How to crochet a love knots square

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet a love knots square. Crochet love knots are inspired by the Celtic never-ending knots, the symbol of eternal love. 1 love knot: * Pull st on hook approx 4 cm / 1½’’ long, yarn over hook , pull yarn through st, insert needle in loop behind the long st, yarn over, pull yarn through loop (= 2 sts on hook), yarn over, pull yarn over through both sts on hook *, from *-* = 1 love knot. You must read the pattern to be able to follow. You’ll find patterns where this technique is used by clicking on the pictures below.
9:18
How to crochet a love knots triangle

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet a love knots triangle. Crochet love knots are inspired by the Celtic never-ending knots, the symbol of eternal love. 1 love knot: * Pull st on hook approx 4 cm / 1½’’ long, yarn over hook , pull yarn through st, insert needle in loop behind the long st, yarn over, pull yarn through loop (= 2 sts on hook), yarn over, pull yarn over through both sts on hook *, from *-* = 1 love knot. You must read the pattern to be able to follow. You’ll find patterns where this technique is used by clicking on the pictures below.
6:56
How to do Tunisian (Afghan) crochet

In this DROPS video we show how to do Tunesian crochet. Tunesian (Afghan) crochet is a technique that makes your work look knitted (for larger project you use a long crochet hook, called an Afghan hook). Start with a row of chain stitches. Work first row by inserting the hook back into the second chain from hook, pull yarn through, then insert hook in next chain, pull yarn through and so on until end of chain row. All new sts remain on the hook and at the end, there will be as many sts on the hook as the pattern required. Do not turn work, but now start binding off each stitch by first pulling yarn through 1 st, then yarn trough 2 sts at the same time until end of row. Make sure to have a constant number of sts everytime you pick up new sts. This technique creates a dense fabric in a grid pattern with a definite front and back side.
5:49
How to crochet a knit stitch in Tunisian/Afghan crochet

Tunesian (Afghan) crochet is a technique that makes your work look knitted (for larger project you use a long crochet hook, called an Afghan hook). In this DROPS video we show how to crochet a knit stitch using this technique. Start with a row of chain stitches. Work first row by inserting the hook back into the second chain from hook, pull yarn through, then insert hook in next chain, pull yarn through and so on until end of chain row. All new sts remain on the hook and at the end, there will be as many sts on the hook as the pattern required. Do not turn work, but now start binding off each stitch by first pulling yarn through 1 st, then yarn trough 2 sts at the same time until end of row. Make sure to have a constant number of sts everytime you pick up new sts. This technique creates a dense fabric with a definite front and back side.
5:24
How to crochet slip stitches (Bosnian crochet)

In this DROPS video we show three different ways to work Bosnian crochet aka crochet slips sts. Remember to crochet LOOSELY. We start by crocheting a set number of ch and form a ring by working a sl st in 1st ch. Then we crochet sl sts into the back of the ch sts on the first ch round, this creates a nice edge that doesn't roll. After 1st round we continue working sl sts in the back loops of the sts (in green). Then we show how to work sl sts in the front loops of the sts (in pink). Finally we show how to work sl st through both loops (off white), when working through both loops it's not called Bosnian crochet. When working sl st in back loops we create a horizontal stripes and when working in front loops we create a slanting texture, and when working through both loops there will be a vertical texture. The Bosnian technique gives a dense and durable texture, which is a less elastic and since you work in the round, this technique is perfect for hats and mittens. You must read the pattern to be able to follow. You’ll find patterns using this technique by clicking on the pictures below.
2:18
How to crochet stripes

In this DROPS video we show how crochet stripes. When you crochet stripes, or want to change color, this his how you do it; when working the last stitch with the old color wait with the last pull through. Take new color and now pull trough.Tighten the old thread. Turn work with a ch and keep working with the new color. If there is a longer distance between the stripes make sure to twist the new color around the previous one when you reach the edge, so that the old color follow the side of your work until you will use it. If this is a sweater the threads will run along the inside of side seam, if it's a potholder, you can make a crochet edge around the potholder afterward to cover the treads along the edge. You must read the pattern to be able to follow. You’ll find patterns where you can use this technique by clicking on the pictures below.
4:49
How to crochet a lemon peel texture

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet a lemon peel texture pattern. This is a nice crochet texture, similar to the knitted seed stitch look. Start with a row of chain sts, turn and in each chain alternate by crocheting every other stitch as dc and tr (US: sc and dc). On next row work dc in the tr and tr in the dc. Repeat this row for lemon peel pattern.
10:31
How to crochet loop stitches

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet loop stitches. This is fun and decorative! Make a loop edge, a loop scarf or a loop hat... You must read the pattern to be able to follow. You’ll find patterns using this technique by clicking on the pictures below.
2:37
How to crochet treble cross stitch

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet treble cross stitch. Crochet an even number of sts, and crochet cross tr's as follows: ch 3, * skip 1 st, 1 tr in next st, then 1 tr in st that was skipped *, repeat from *-* across row, end with a tr in last st. For a nice pattern work every other row with dc, and every other with cross tr's as we are showing in the video. You must read the pattern to be able to follow. You’ll find patterns where you can use this technique by clicking on the pictures below.
6:50
How to crochet broomstick lace

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet broomstick lace, aka jiffy lace or peacock eye crochet, a historic crochet technique from the 19th century. Created by using a crochet hook and a thick knitting needle. Traditionally a broomstick was used, but a big lightweight needle as the one we use in our video works better. The larger needle the lacier effect. The fabric created is soft yet stable, and well-suited for scarfs and blankets where an interesting lacy effect may be desired. The base of the pattern is a chain stitch. The number of ch stitches are normally multiples of 3 through 6, in our video we used 5. We start with 15 ch which is 3 times 5. Row 1: Pick up a loop through each of the ch stitches and transfer loops onto the needle. Row 2: Work sts from the needle by sliding them off in groupings of 5 at a time and working the 5 double crochet stitches through the top of each group of loops at the same time. Row 3: Pick up a loop through each of the dc and transfer them onto the needle. Repeat row 2-3.
4:12
How to crochet a horizontal rib

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet an elastic rib pattern, this suits perfectly as a hat edge or edge on socks. Ch a number of sts for desired width. Work 1 dc in 2nd ch from hook, then work 1 dc in every ch across. Work back and forth with dc's in the back loops of the sts until given measure. You must read the pattern to be able to follow this video properly. You’ll find a pattern using this technique by clicking on the picture below.
7:36
How to crochet a vertical rib

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet an elastic rib pattern. Ch a number of sts for desired width, should be a multiple of 2. Row 1: Work a tr in 3rd ch from hook, then work 1 tr in every ch across. Row 2: ch 2, *tr in front post (trfp), tr in back post (trbp), repeat from * across, htr in last st. Row 3: ch 2, *tr in back post, tr in front post, repeat from * across, htr in last st. Repeat row 2 and 3 for rib pattern.
14:25
How to crochet the Catherine Wheel stitch

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet the Catherine Wheel stitch. When you work this pattern the way we do in this video, you need to start with a multiple of 10 + 2 ch. In our smaller sample we started with 22 ch. Row 1: starting in 2nd ch from hook work 2 dc, *skip 3 ch, 7 tr in next ch, skip 3 ch, dc in next 3 ch, rep from *, end with dc in last 2 ch on row, and in last pull through change color. Turn. Row 2: ch 3 from 1st dc, work tr in next 3 sts and wait with last pull through on each tr, then pull through all, and then ch 1 to secure, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 3, *tr in next 7 sts and wait with last pull through on each tr, then pull through all 8 sts on hook, ch 1 to secure, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 3, rep from *, tr in last 4 sts and wait with last pull through on each tr, then pull through all 5 sts on hook, ch 1 to secure. Turn. Row 3: ch 3, 3 tr in ch-hole on prev row, dc in next 3 dc from prev row, *7 tr in next hole, dc in next 3 dc, rep from *, 4 tr in last hole and on last pull through change color. Turn. Row 4: ch 1, dc in 1st and 2nd st, *ch 3, tr in next 7 sts and wait with last pull through on each tr, then pull through all 8 sts on hook, ch 1 to secure, ch 3, 3 dc, rep from *, end with dc in last 2 sts. Turn. Row 5: ch 1, dc in 1st and 2nd st, * 7 tr in next hole, 3 dc, rep from *, end with dc in last 2 sts on row and in last pull through change color. Turn. Repeat row 2-5
12:16
How to crochet a crocodile stitch

In this DROPS video we show how to make the popular crocodile stitch - it's a fun crochet pattern. Chain a multiples of 6 + 4, on our sample we chained 16. Work all rows from RS, without turning work after each row. Row 1: 1 treble crochet (tr) in 4th chain stitch (ch), *ch 2, skip 2 ch, 2 tr in next ch, repeat from * across. Row 2: ch 3, 4 tr down around post on 1st tr, ch 1, 5 tr up around post on next tr, *ch 1, skip next set of 2 tr's, 5 tr down around post on next tr, ch 1, 5 tr up around post on next tr, repeat from * across. Row 3: slip stitch (sl st) into center of last scale, ch 3, 1 tr in the same sp, *ch 2, 2 tr in between next set of 2 tr's and work around both layers, ch 2, 2 tr into center of next scale, repeat from * across. Row 4: ch 1, skip 1 tr, *5 tr down around post on next tr, ch 1, 5 tr up around post on next tr, ch 1, skip next set of 2 tr's, repeat from * across, end with a sl st between last 2 tr's on row. Row 5: ch 3, 1 tr in the same sp, *ch 2, 2 tr in center of next scale, ch 2, 2 tr in between next set of 2 tr's and work around both layers, repeat from * across. Repeat row 2-5.
4:34
How to crochet a woven stitch

In this DROPS Video we show how you can crochet a woven stitch. We are showing this decorative crochet texture, which can be applied to many crochet projects. Start by working a chain row with an even number of chain stitches. Work a dc in 2nd ch from hook, *ch1, skip 1 ch, dc in next ch, repeat from * across, turn. Row 1: ch 1, skip 1st dc, *dc in ch sp, ch1, skip 1dc, repeat from * across, end row with dc in turning ch at beg of prev row, turn. Repeat row 1 for pattern. The trick as you keep working is to always keep inserting hook between the stitches, which looks like v's on previous row. You must read the pattern to be able to follow. You’ll find pattern using this technique by clicking on the pictures below.
4:27
How to crochet royal ridge stitches

In this DROPS video we show you how to crochet a royal ridge stitches. We are showing this double sided decorative crochet texture, which can be applied to many crochet projects. Perfect for potholders, scarves and other pieces that need 2 interesting sides. We have already crocheted a chain row with an odd number of stitches, turned and worked a htr in 3nd ch from hook, and 1 htr in each ch across. The video start when it is 2 htr left, work then 1 htr in the last 2 htr. Turn. Row 1: ch 2, work htr in each htr, but instead of working as usual through the 2 top loops, you work through the loop under the 2 top loops, end row with a htr in turning ch at beg of prev row. Repeat row 1 for royal ridge pattern.
8:57
How to crochet A.1 in DROPS 162-19

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet chart A.1 for the Elly May shorts in DROPS 162-19. We have already crocheted some rounds so the pattern is clearly visible. Crochet 3 ch (replace 1th tr), 2 tr, A.1, * 5 tr, A.1*, repeat from *-* until 2 tr remain, 2 tr and finish round with 1 sl st in 3rd ch at beg of round. These shorts are made in DROPS Safran, but in the video we crochet with a thicker yarn, DROPS Snow. You must read the pattern and look at the chart to be able to follow. You’ll find the pattern by clicking on the picture below.
5:01
How to crochet the spiral pattern with stripes in DROPS 156-6

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet a spiral pattern with stripes of double crochet (dc) and treble crochet (tr) as for the Miss Moneypenny skirt in DROPS 156-6. We've already worked 5 rows of 33 dc and assembled piece with 1 sl st so that when we start working we work round. * Work 1 dc in back loop of each of the next 7 sts, 1 tr in front loop of st from 2 rows below next st *, repeat from *-* the entire round. Pattern is over 8 sts and no of sts are divisible by 8 + 1. Work in the round without finishing the round, this way the pattern will automatically displace 1 st on every round and form a spiral pattern. This skirt is made in DROPS Merino Extra Fine, but in the video we crochet with a thicker yarn, DROPS Snow. You must read the pattern to be able to follow. You’ll find the pattern by clicking on the picture below.
10:31
How to crochet an easy lace pattern after chart

In this DROPS video we show how to crochet an easy lace pattern after chart. We have already worked 1 row with treble crochet. We repeat the chart 6 times in width with 1 treble crochet / 3 chain stitches in each side. We use the yarn DROPS Snow in the video. You must read a pattern and look at the chart to be able to follow this video properly. You’ll find a pattern with this lace pattern by clicking on the picture below.
12:10
How to crochet the body under round yoke

In this DROPS video we show you how to continue with the body after completing a round yoke. In the video we crochet as follows: work the tr on left front piece, 4 ch = under sleeve, tr on back piece, 4 ch = under sleeve and finishing with tr on right front piece. In the second row we show how to work tr around the ch under each sleeve. At the end we show how to start working around the armhole to start on a top down sleeve. As this is a standard technique, you must read the pattern to be able to follow this video properly. You’ll find patterns using this technique by clicking on the pictures below. To see how to increase using markers on a round yoke, go to: How to increase right/left of markers on a crochet yoke