🧶 Not every crochet stitch is meant to behave.

In Episode 4 of the Freeform Crochet Series, we explore specialty stitches that add texture, movement, and dimension to your work.

You’ll learn how to use reverse single crochet (crab stitch) in the front loop, when to add texture before or after a surround, and a dimensional stitch that was taught to me years ago (still don’t know the name… but it works beautifully).

Freeform crochet is where things stop being perfect… and start getting interesting.

🎥 Full tutorial on YouTube: @mostitching

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#CrochetTutorial

#CrochetStitches

#mostitching

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I’m going to YouTube right now to watch this! It’s one of the most creative, different and interesting patterns I’ve seen in a long time. Thank YOU ♥️😊♥️

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