Crochet Abbreviations
Find out what the crochet abbreviation means with this list of the most commonly used crochet abbreviations. Easily translate the abbreviation so you can continue your pattern. You can pin this list and keep it handy for when you come across an abbreviation you are unsure about.
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Crochet Abbreviations
I remember when I first looked at a crochet pattern I thought it was in a different language! There are a lot of abbreviations! And a lot of lists for abbreviations include ones that to this day I’ve never needed to know.
So I’ve picked the abbreviations that I’ve come across the most and ordered them alphabetically. If you’re looking for more, check out the Crochet Abbreviations Master List from the Craft Yarn Council.
Most Common Crochet Abbreviations
(In Alphabetical Order)
beg = begin/beginning
bet = between
BLO = back loop only
BP = back post
CC = contrasting color
ch = chain stitch
dc = double crochet
dec = decrease
FLO = front loop only
FP = front post
hdc = half double crochet
inc = increase
lp = loop
m = marker
MC = main color
pat = pattern
pm = place marker
rem = remaining
rnd = round
RS = right side
sc = single crochet
sk = skip
sl st = slip stitch
sp = space
st = stitch
tbl = through back loop
tog = together
tr = treble crochet
WS = wrong side
yo = yarn over
2tog (sc, dc, etc.) = two stitches together
Now you are all set!
Ready to put those abbreviations to use? Check out my patterns that use only ch, sc, dc and sl st like my Simple Baby Blanket or my Crochet Remote Holder.
Happy Creating!
