This video crochet tutorial will help you learn how to crochet the fan stitch. Fan stitches come in all kinds of sizes, but always create a scalloped shape. They are often confused with shell stitches, but they have a few distinct differences. They are incorporated into many stitch patterns.
Materials Used in this Tutorial
Imperial Yarn Tracie Too
Tracie Too is a worsted spun version of Imperial’s popular woolen spun Tracie Yarn. With a very soft hand it knits up in a lovely lofty fabric. At 395 yards per skein, this yarn is a great choice for single skein shawl and sock projects. Available in eight rich colors as well as Natural.
Addi Comfort Grip Hooks
The famous Addi Comfort Grip hook, featuring color-coded handles for ease of organization. Perfect for those seeking an ergonomic hook!
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Instructions
- Fan Stitches are created by crocheting more than twice into the same stitch. They differ from shell stitches in two ways:
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Fan stitches have a least one chain space in between the stitches. This can either be separating each stitch, or at one point in the stitch.
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Fan stitches are almost always stacked in columns one on top of the other.
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Example of the Fan Stitch (Click for Larger)