How To Make an Extended Single Crochet Stitch (esc)

The extended single crochet stitch is slightly taller than the single crochet, yet still nice and solid to make cozy winter items. I love the texture that you get when working in rows, but it also looks very nice when worked in the round.

The Extended Single Crochet worked in rows.

Although a nice texture, it is still simple enough to use when crocheting for men and boys, anyone else who likes the simple things in life.

It’s very easy to make and a great stitch for making scrubbies, socks, or any other pattern.

The extended single crochet is a version of the single crochet.

Extended Single Crochet Stitch

Skill Level: Easy

Short Version

Extended Single Crochet (ESC) Insert hk in st indicated, yo and pull up a lp, yo and pull through 1 lp, yo and pull through both lps on hk.

Photo Tutorial

How to make the extended single crochet - step 1.

Step 1

Insert hook in stitch indicated. Wrap the yarn over the hook and pull up a loop. Two loops on the hook.

How to make the extended single crochet - step 2

Step 2

Wrap the yarn over again, and pull through one loop on hook. Still two loops left on the hook.

How to make the extended single crochet - step 3.

Step 3

Wrap the yarn over again and pull through the last two loops on the hook.

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