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Increase decrease
Increase
Also known as: 2sc in same stitch
Two stitches worked into the same stitch, adding one stitch to your count. Essential for shaping circles, hats, and amigurumi.
How to Increase
1. Work one stitch into the indicated stitch as normal.
2. Work a second stitch into the SAME stitch.
3. You now have one extra stitch in your count.
💡 Pro Tips
Space increases evenly for smooth shaping. For circles, increase 6 stitches per round (in sc) for a flat circle.
Common Uses
Amigurumi
hats
circles
shaping