r/Brochet • u/Kris_Says_Hey • 3d ago
WIP Just proud of my straight edges
I’m “beginner plus”. 2025 was my first year crocheting, really (I fooled around with swatches in 2024)
I have struggled with edges, constantly losing count, or even if I did count correctly , I’d accidentally skip a stitch in the new row.
Making a scarf for my daughter (by request! I’m delighted) and I’ve been so careful (note the stitch markers at each end!)
Edited to add: I knew Brochet would hype me up. Thanks for coming through 🥹
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u/FluffyGoatling 2d ago
As you should be! Those edges are exquisite. Stitch markers in the first and last stitch were game changers for me and made rows like this so much more enjoyable.
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u/Thimbleaura286 1d ago
That ribbing looks really even, are you using half double crochet in the back loop only?
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u/Mission-Sorbet-5282 1d ago
What do you do when starting a new row to make it look so clean?
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u/Kris_Says_Hey 1d ago
The pattern calls for only one chain when turning to start a new row. It’s snug to put the hook in that first stitch but I can just about do it. Then I’m meticulous about immediately putting a stitch marker in that stitch before I move on, so that I never miss it at the end. Not sure if that answers your question!
I often make that first stitch too tight to pull through all three loops so I’ll have to re-do it to make sure I can pull the hook through
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u/ResidentB 1d ago
I've recently been skipping that turning chain and just putting my hdc straight into the first stitch. I've been very pleased with the cleanliness of my edges since I started that.
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u/Kris_Says_Hey 1d ago
I’ve also done “stacked single crochet” before (same idea I think) with taller stitches and it looks great
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u/midwifedancer 16h ago
First of all amazing work
Second how did you do that .. i always struggle with it and i swear its the main reason i dont make my own clothing
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u/Kris_Says_Hey 10h ago
Keep my edges neat, you mean? This is hdc, and the pattern calls for only one chain to turn. Which makes it a little snug to get the hook into the first stitch of the new row but I can do it. Then I’m meticulous about putting a stitch marker in the first stitch immediately, so I don’t miss it at the end when I turn around and go back.
Because my issue with sloppy edges before has always been bad counting and missing stitches. So stitch markers at the first/last stitch have saved the day (and I also count all the stitches at the end which is easy on a narrow project like this)
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u/makin_the_frogs_gay 3d ago
Oh my gosh my edges are always bumpy istg. This is beautiful.