Crochet Slip Stitch Tutorial: Quick, Easy, and Totally Beginner-Friendly

Basic Beginner Series: Step 7

The next step in this course of basic beginner series is to crochet slip stitch. Slip stitch (sl. st.) is the smallest and simplest stitch of crochet, which makes your projects smooth.

We use slip stitch to join rounds, to make edging and sometimes as a design element.

In this blog post, we will see in detail:

• What is Slip Stitch
• How to make slip stitch step by step
• Common uses of Slip stitch
• Tips & FAQs for beginners

Slip stitch is a super short and flat stitch. It’s usually not used to make fabric, but rather as a connector or finisher.

👉 This is what we call a “hidden hero” because its work mostly happens in the background – joining, decorating, or giving a smooth finish to projects.

• Crochet hook (5mm–6mm best for beginners)
• Medium weight yarn (use light color so stitches are clearly visible)
• Scissors

💡 Pro tip: Don’t start with dark yarn. It can be tough for beginners to see stitches.

Ready? Let’s learn the slip stitch.

• Step 1: Insert the hook in the stitch or chain where you want to do the slip stitch.
• Step 2: Yarn over (just one loop needs to be put on the hook).
• Step 3: Pull the loop of the hook into the chain, now you have two loops on your hook.
• Step 4: Pull the first loop into the second loop.

👉 And that’s it! A simple slip stitch is ready.

• Joining rounds – like completing a granny square or circle.
• Moving – Sometimes we need to go to the next corner without making an extra stitch.
• Edging – for making neat borders of a blanket, scarf or coaster.
• Decorative line – for creating a stylish line on the top of fabric.

• Making the stitches too tight – result: difficult to remove the hook.
• Skipping the stitch – the chain becomes uneven.
• Oversizing – do not think of making the entire project with a slip stitch, otherwise the fabric will become stiff

If you are confused with slip stitch and single crochet. Pls refer this chart I made for beginners.

FAQ

Crochet slip stitch is a beginner-friendly stitch that may seem small but holds great value in every crochet project. If you practice it regularly, your stitches will look neat, clean and professional.