How to make a crochet swatch

In this easy to follow video tutorial we will show you how and why to make a crochet swatch before starting your project. This video uses US crochet terms.

In this easy to follow video tutorial we will show you how and why to make a crochet swatch before starting your project. This video uses US crochet terms.

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In this easy to follow video tutorial we will show you how and why to make a crochet swatch before starting your project. This video uses US crochet terms.

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Level: Beginner
Craft: Crochet
Type: Technique

Step by Step

How to make a crochet swatch - step 1

Step 1

Making a swatch allows you to check that your tension matches the pattern, it is also a good way to practice a new stitch. If your tension is different, your finished piece will be a different size.

How to make a crochet swatch - step 2

Step 2

Check your pattern for the correct tension.

How to make a crochet swatch - step 3

Step 3

Work in the stated stitch pattern making a swatch that has twice as many stitches and rows as the tension per 10cm/4”.

How to make a crochet swatch - step 4

Step 4

Each little horizontal bar is 2 rows. Work from the bottom up to ount the number of rows.

How to make a crochet swatch - step 5

Step 5

Let’s see it first for single crochet.

How to make a crochet swatch - step 6

Step 6

Now in double crochet. Work from side to side to count the stitches. Each bar is a stitch.