Hey everyone!
Today we are going to explore the front and back loop only crochet stitch. This is another simple stitch that adds a different look or texture to a crochet project. There is a gorgeous Seafarer Blanket on my Crochet Like a Ninja board that uses this stitch. Check it out and you will be inspired to try it ~ I promise!
First lets identify our crochet stitch. Looking at the top of the work each stitch is created with a loop of yarn.
A traditional crochet stitch is worked in under the two pieces of yarn that create a stitch {shown above}.
When creating a front loop only stitch the hook is only poked through the front loop {one piece of yarn} of the foundation stitch.
When creating a back loop only stitch the hook is only poked through the back loop {one piece of yarn} of the foundation stitch.
A row of back loop only crochet will create a ridge along the row or round. It creates a lovely pattern and the possibilities are really endless.
Here is an example of a back loop only crochet beanie.
Check out the video of front and back loop crochet to see this stitch in action. {I have no idea why it cuts out at the end ~ but you get the jist right?} ;)
Be sure to check out the other helpful posts in our series…
This is so great! My daughter just learned to crochet the past couple weeks and wants to do it all the time. Now I can help her along. Thanks for posting this. – Trish