This tutorial teaches beginners how to crochet flat circles using the double crochet stitch. While we focus on double crochet and its increases, you can apply the same technique with other stitches like single or half-double crochet. Master this method to create coasters, earrings, amigurumi parts, and more. Follow this simple guide to get started!
Step-by-Step Guide to Crocheting Flat Circles | Instructions with Photos
In this section, I’ll explain how to crochet flat circles for beginners. It’s a simple process that requires just a few basic skills:
Abbreviations
- ch – chain stitch
- sl st – slip stitch
- dc – double crochet
Skill Level: Beginner
- Making a Ring:
- In this tutorial, we use the chain ring method for beginners as described below:
- 1. Create the Ring:
- Make a slipknot and ch 4.
- Join with a sl st in the first chain to form a ring.
- Round 1:
- Ch 3 to start round 1 (counts as first dc), then work 11 dc into the center of the ring.
- Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (You should have 12 dc total, including the beginning ch 3)
- Round 2:
- Ch 3 (counts as first dc or turning chains).
- Make 1 dc in the same stitch, then work 2 dc (dc inc) in each stitch around.
- Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (24 dc total).
- Round 3:
- Ch 3 (counts as first dc).
- Make 1 dc in the same stitch and 1 dc in the next stitch, then 2 dc in the next st, and 1 dc in the next st. Repeat from * to around.
- Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (36 dc total)
- Round 4:
- Ch 3 (counts as first dc).
- Make 1 dc in the same stitch and 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, then 2 dc in the next st, and 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * to * around.
- Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (48 dc total)
- Round 5:
- Ch 3 (counts as first dc).
- Make 1 dc in the same stitch and 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, then 2 dc in the next st, and 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts. Repeat from * to * around.
- Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (60 dc total)
Round 1 Stitches for Different Stitch Types
As the height of the stitch increases, the number of stitches required in the first round also increases
For single crochet: 6 to 8 stitches
For half-double crochet: 8 to 10 stitches.
I hope you’ve learned how to crochet a flat circle!
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