What does chain 1 space mean?

Or partially written out as ch-1 space, etc. Ch-sp means that, when crocheting a chain, you will skip a stitch and work into the next. Then, in the next row, you will work into that space in the chain above.

What is a chain 2 space?

Ch-2 sp means chain-2 space OR the space/hole created by a chain-2 from the previous row. All you need to do when you get to that part is to insert your crochet hook into the hole (vs. the top of a stitch) and work your dc. These holes are usually referred to in crochet patterns as “ch-# sp” or “ch-# arches”.

How do you calculate ch 1 space?

The post of each single crochet consists of 2 ‘legs’ or posts on the front of your work, and 2 ‘legs’ or posts on the back. When you pull on your work like this, you will see that one of the back vertical posts stretches diagonally. The space to the right of this back vertical post is your ch-1 space.

What is the difference between space and skip in crochet?

haha well skip is usually the verb and then space is usually the noun or what is made. If you skip a stitch and chain one you are creating a space. So the next round, the (skipped stitch +ch 1) will be the sp that you crochet into.

What does skip chain space mean in crochet?

skipping a stitch
The crochet abbreviation sk stands for “skip” or “skipping a stitch.” Typically, in crochet, you work your next stitch into the next available space. However, if a crochet pattern asks you to “sk” then you aren’t going to do that. Instead, you will work the instructions up to the point where the skip is commanded.

What does CH SP mean in crochet?

chain space
It is sometimes shown as sp(s), which means spaces. You also may see ch-sp, which means chain space. So, when you see crochet terms involving sp, you will now know.

What does M mean in crochet?

marker
hdc2tog: half double crochet 2 stitches together. hk: hook. inc: increase. lp: loop. m: marker.

Does a chain space count as a stitch?

The short answer: no. When chaining, every time you create a chain stitch, there will be a loop around your hook. The chain on your hook does not count as a chain stitch. There will always be a loop on your hook while you’re crocheting no matter what stitch you’re using.

What does * SK mean in crochet?

What does Ch mean in crochet?

The chain stitch (abbreviated ch) is the basis for all crochet. Almost every crochet pattern begins with a chain stitch. If you’re working in rows, your first row is a series of chain stitches, which is not surprisingly called a foundation chain.

What is a chain space ( ch-SP )?

What is a Chain Space (ch-sp)? By Rachel Choi – 107 Comments. Sometimes when you read a crochet pattern, it’ll tell you to work into a chain space (ch-sp). But what in the world is a chain space? Simply put, a chain space is any space/hole/gap in your work that is created by making a chain.

Where is the space in a chain stitch?

Simply put, a chain space is any space/hole/gap in your work that is created by making a chain. The space is located below the chain. Chain spaces can be created in numerous ways and can vary in size. Often times (but not always), a chain space is made by making a chain then skipping a few stitches on the row to make your next stitch.

What makes a chain space in a crochet pattern?

Chain spaces can be made by any number of chains, for instance you can chain 1 or you can chain 5 to create a chain space. In a pattern you may see a chain 5 space abbreviated as “ch-5 sp”. Normally when you crochet into a stitch you insert your hook into the font and back loops of the stitch.

What does it mean to make a chain space?

It means that you will make a treble crochet into the first chain space, then a v stitch into the next chain space, and then a treble crochet into the next treble crochet stitch. I have a pattern that states that, after joining a round with a slip stitch, before going into 2nd round, it says; ” 6 ch – 3 SPS.