Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, you’ve likely encountered those frustrating gaps that can mar the appearance of an otherwise beautiful project. Fear not! In this blog post, I’m going to show you one of the easiest ways to close the gap. While there are a few different ways to lessen the gap, I find this way the easiest and it works (in my opinion) just as good as the several other ways. Say goodbye to unsightly gaps and hello to impeccable craftsmanship after you learn this quick and simple crochet skill. Let’s elevate your crochet game and achieve seamless stitching that will leave you and your projects feeling truly accomplished. Read on to learn Crochet for Beginners: The Easiest Way to Close the Gap.
How to Close the Unsightly Gap
Let’s say you are working on a blanket or a scarf and you have rows of double crochet stitches. You get to the end of a row and chain 3, turn work, begin double crochets in the next row, etc. After a few rows or so, you begin to see the gap at the end of each row. If you are crocheting your rows exactly how I just explained, then that is why you are seeing the gap.
Here is what you want to do instead: After you double crochet in the last stitch of a row, Chain 2 instead of chaining 3 before you turn your work. That’s right – you read it correctly. That’s how simple this quick tip is! By chaining 2 instead of 3, you will see a much less prominent gap. It may take a couple of rows to notice the difference, but it undeniably does make a difference. See the picture below. The first five or so rows, I chained 3 before turning my work. Where I placed the arrow is where I began chaining 2 instead of 3 before I turned my work.
Beware of the last stitch: So what’s the catch? This is a very simple way of lessening the gap (as I said earlier there are other ways), but doing it this way does make it difficult to see the last stitch of a row (and get your hook into it). This is why last stitches are easily missed when using this technique. I have done my fair share of frogging (*sigh*).
Tip: Make sure you are counting your stitches. It’s easy to lose count in the middle of a row when you have interruptions. Try making it a habit of doing a count about every 5th row or so to make sure you haven’t missed any along the way. Frogging 5 rows is way less stressful than frogging almost an entire project.
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Conclusion
In the world of crochet, closing the gap is not just about stitching; it’s about bridging the divide between frustration and satisfaction. With the technique shared in this blog post, you’re now equipped to tackle those gaps with confidence. Remember, practice makes perfect, and with each stitch, you’re one step closer to crochet mastery. So, embrace the challenge, enjoy the process, and revel in the satisfaction of creating seamless crochet projects that showcase your skill and creativity.
Happy Crocheting!
