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Increase decrease
Decrease
Also known as: sc2tog, invisible decrease
Combines two stitches into one, reducing your stitch count. Used for shaping, closing amigurumi, and tapering.
How to Decrease
1. Insert hook into first stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop.
2. Insert hook into next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop (3 loops on hook).
3. Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops.
4. Two stitches are now one.
💡 Pro Tips
For amigurumi, use the invisible decrease: insert hook through front loops only of the next 2 stitches, then complete as normal. Much neater!
Common Uses
Amigurumi
hat crowns
shaping garments