Counting stitches could seem like a less important ability but, in reality, is essential for any crocheter. You need to know how to count stitches to be able to follow patterns. I know you are probably thinking, do I really have to count? Yes, and like a beginner is better if you do it after finishing every row or round.
Of course, like everything in the crochet world, practice is the key. So, keep going, and it’ll become easier.
In the beginning, I thought to make just one explanation about how to count stitches, but I noticed that you would need some extra tips if you are just starting, so for that, I divided the post depending on what you are working on. Maybe you wouldn’t need all these scenarios right now, but they’ll be here when you need them.
Even though the information will be separated, I have two advice piecesthat work for any crochet project.
- The slipknot doesn’t count as a stitch. Never.
- The loop in your crochet hook doesn’t count as a stitch, either.
Remember these two tips every timeyou have to count your stitches.
Extra Tip:
NEVER use a dark yarn like black or a very dark brown to learn how to crochet because that kind of color is challenging to count even for an experienced crocheter.
