XXVII
SIMPLE CROCHETING, STITCHERY FOR EDGES AND SHAWLS
CROCHETING ABBREVIATIONS.
| 1. | Slip stitch (sl st) | ||
| 2. | Chain stitch (ch) | (Figure | No. [227]) |
| 3. | Single crochet (s c) | " | No. [228]) |
| 4. | Double crochet (d c) | " | No. [229]) |
| 5. | Treble crochet (tr c) | " | No. [230]) |
| 6. | Shell (sh) | " | No. [231]) |
| 7. | Stitches (sts) |
The beginner in crochet will have very little trouble in learning the work as the stitches used are comparatively few in number although the various combinations in which they may be used are almost unlimited. It is wise to become accustomed to the stitches and especially with the abbreviations, which are used so extensively throughout all crochet work. No doubt the beauty and variety of the patterns one can execute, also the durability of the work are the chief causes for its popularity at the present time.
The implement used is a crochet hook which varies in size according with the quality of the thread used. The steel hook with the bone handle is to be preferred.
Fig. 227. Chain stitch