The sc2tog Decrease :: Crochet

Stitch Description

The single crochet two together decrease (sc2tog) is a basic decrease stitch that helps shape your project by removing stitches from your pattern. It is used in everything from sweaters to hats to bags.

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Stitch Details

Skill Level
Beginner

Row Count

Pattern Repeat

Stitch Characteristics

Pattern Instructions

Step 1: Insert your crochet hook into the next stitch in the row.
Step 2: Yarn over.
Step 3: Pull the yarn through the stitch on your crochet hook. You should now have two stitches on your crochet hook.
Step 4: Insert your crochet hook into the next stitch in the row.
Step 5: Yarn over.
Step 6: Pull the yarn through the first stitch on your crochet hook. You should now have three stitches on your crochet hook.
Step 7: Yarn over.
Step 8: Pull the yarn through all three stitches on your crochet hook.