How to single crochet (sc)

The single crochet stitch (sc) is the most basic crochet stitch and a foundation stitch in amigurumi. Most other stitches are based on this stitch so let’s give it a go!

How to single crochet (step-by-step with photos)

Step 1

Put your hook under both the front and back loop of the next stitch so you have three strands of yarn on your hook.

Step 2

Yarn over and pull the hook back through the first two loops.

Step 3

There should be two loops on your hook.

Step 4

Yarn over again and pull the hook and the working yarn through the last two loops. There should be one loop left on the hook when complete.