No chain foundation crochet

Long starting chains can be hard to work with, particularly in the round. Learn some simple tricks to make it easier in this tutorial!

A great tutorial technique that replaces the dreaded foundation chain. You will be able to work your foundation chain and your first row at the same time.

Learn how to create the foundation single crochet (FSC) and why you should use it with this step by step picture and video tutorial.

Did you know that there’s more than one way to begin your crochet projects? With foundation crochet stitches, you can skip the usual foundation chain and start working on your first row right away! Find out why you should use them, how and when!

By Rebecca Langford

Have you ever gotten a pattern that asks you to crochet the foundation single crochet (Fsc)? I know the first time I came across it, I had to look up a tutorial. And, because I'm starting to use this fabulous technique in my patterns, I've made a tutorial just for you so you don't have to go searching for it!

Chainless foundation crochet stitches are a total game changer! Foundation crochet stitches replace the chain AND the first row when starting a new crochet project.

The foundation double crochet stitch is perfect for starting a new project when you don't like working back through your foundation chain. Learn how!