How to crochet the X-shaped Single Crochet (US Terms)

Learn how to crochet the X-shaped Single Crochet stitch.
This stitch is a variation of the standard 'V-shaped Single Crochet stitch (in US terms). It's a great stitch to know if you're a fan of crocheting amigurumi.
The X-shaped Single Crochet stitch will:
- Change the appearance of your amigurumi stitches, often making them look a little neater (personal opinion)
- Help you crochet with tighter tension (great for keeping your stitches close together so you can't see the stuffing inside your amigurumi pieces)
- Allow you to crochet a little bit faster (once you're used to this stitch variation) as it's a smaller movement overall
If you're looking for a photo tutorial for this stitch, head to my blog here: www.cillacrochets.com/blog/wh...
I hope this crochet tutorial helps, and as always, if you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to reach out :)
Until next time, happy crocheting,
Cilla x
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PLEASE NOTE:
**In the UK terms, this stitch is the X-shaped Double Crochet stitch.
**Some people crochet this stitch doing one yarn under first, then a yarn over. I personally, find it easier to stitch to doing either two yarn unders (for X-shaped Single Crochet) or two yarn overs (for V-shaped Single Crochet) as it is easier to remember and be consistent. It also gets you the same result.
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VIDEO KEY TIMES:
*Video introduction: 0:00
*What the X-shaped Single Crochet is useful for: 0:18
*What an X-shaped sc looks like compared to the V-shaped sc: 00:39
*How to crochet the X-shaped Single Crochet: 2:01
*A word of warning: 3:03
*Wrap up: 3:40
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ITEMS USED AND MENTIONED
*Yarn: Rico Design Creative Cotton Aran
*Hook: Clover Amour 4mm Crochet Hook
*Milo the Monkey (Free Crochet Pattern): www.cillacrochets.com/free-cr...
*Ruben the Red Panda (Free Crochet Pattern):
www.cillacrochets.com/free-cr...
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[@debracather5699]

I’m in a craft group and several make animals. I’ll have to tell them about this. Thanks so much.

[@cillacrochets]

You're so welcome! I hope it helps :) x

[@LUCKEY11202.]

Thank you, this has made a big difference in the Amigurumis,I currently,make for my niece.❤

[@cillacrochets]

I'm so glad you've found it helpful!

[@susieramirez3525]

Hi you make beautiful Amigurumis I have a question I can’t find this pattern from this character name Raiden Thunderous. You have it by any chance?? If you do vacan I buy from you. Thanks

[@cillacrochets]

Hi Susie, thank you so much for your lovely comment! 🥰 Unfortunately, I don't have a crochet pattern for this character. I recommend searching on Ravelry, Etsy or Ribblr and you may find some fan art patterns. I hope this helps! ❤️

[@minini5571]

I’m trying to get used to it…it feels so weird!😂

[@cillacrochets]

Haha it sure does! But I promise you'll get used to it if you stick with it. Do you like how your stitches look when you use this technique?

[@minini5571]

@@cillacrochets…I really do love the way it looks! And you’re so right…it does get easier with practice!😊

[@cillacrochets]

@@minini5571 I'm so glad to hear it! 🙌❤️