half double crochet join

How To Join with a Double Crochet Stitch

How To Join with a Double Crochet Stitch

Did you know you don’t have to slip stitch and chain up when starting a new round? Instead, you can use a standing double crochet to create a seamless join and cleaner color transitions. This simple technique makes your crochet…

Skip the Slip Stitch: Seamless HDC Round Start

How To Join with a Half Double Crochet Stitch

Want to avoid visible seams when crocheting in the round? Instead of slip stitching and chaining 2, join with a half double crochet stitch. This technique creates a smooth, seamless transition—perfect for color changes and projects worked in continuous rounds….