About FreshStitches

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The idea for FreshStitches began in 2008 when crochet designer, Stacey Trock, noticed a distinct lack of patterns for big and cuddly stuffed animals. A handful of adorable designs later- FreshStitches was born! Since then, FreshStitches patterns have become legendary for their cuteness, detailed instructions and step-by-step photos. Using the abundance of help and information in the patterns, numerous crocheters have crocheted a FreshStitches animal as their first crochet project! ...more

Single Crochet Decrease

The single crochet decrease (sc2tog or sc-dec) is used to turn two stitches into one stitch.

It may seem a little daunting, but with practice, you’ll be amazed at how it becomes second nature! Besides, it’s well worth learning because being able to decrease will open up a world of crochet possibilities.


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Word of warning: American and British crochet terms are different! This video illustrates the American ‘single crochet’, which is called a ‘double crochet’ in British terminology.