How do you do amigurumi stitch?
While there isn't a single stitch called "amigurumi stitch," the term often refers to the technique of crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures, which primarily uses the single crochet (SC) stitch. This stitch creates a tight fabric ideal for amigurumi to prevent stuffing from showing through.
Amigurumi is a Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small stuffed yarn creatures. The technique typically involves working in a continuous spiral (rather than joining rounds), using a smaller hook than recommended for the yarn to achieve a dense fabric.
How to Do the Basic Amigurumi Stitch (Single Crochet)
The single crochet stitch is the fundamental stitch used in amigurumi. Here's how to do it, building upon the steps described in the reference:
- Start: You need to have a loop on your hook already (usually from a foundation chain or a magic ring). Insert your hook into the next stitch or space.
- Yarn Over: Bring the yarn over the hook.
- Pull Up a Loop: Pull the yarn through, bringing up a loop. Now you have two loops on your hook.
- Yarn Over Again: Yarn over the hook again.
- Pull Through Both Loops: Pull the yarn through both loops on your hook.
You have completed one single crochet stitch. Repeat these steps in each subsequent stitch to build your amigurumi piece.
Here's a quick breakdown:
| Step | Action | Result on Hook |
|---|---|---|
| Insert Hook | Insert hook into stitch | 1 loop |
| Yarn Over | Bring yarn over hook | 1 loop |
| Pull Through | Pull yarn through stitch | 2 loops |
| Yarn Over Again | Bring yarn over hook again | 2 loops |
| Pull Through Loops | Pull yarn through both loops on hook | 1 loop |
By consistently using the single crochet stitch, you build a sturdy and compact fabric suitable for stuffing your amigurumi creations.
