Working In To Fabric
| An open weave fabric is much easier to work in to that a tightly woven fabric. If using knitted fabric, make sure it is not a tight knit. You may find it best to work a sample piece first. | Before starting it is important to work a tension square. The height of the rows does not matter but the width of the stitches is VERY important. Count how many stitches you have per 2½ cm (1 inch) |
| Mark the fabric into sections 2½ cm (1 inch) sections, about 5mm (¼ inch) from the edge. |
| Using a darning needle, poke holes carefully in to the fabric, using the mark as your last hole per section. The number of holes per section should equal your stitch count. |
| Fold the fabric over so the raw edge is in line with the row of holes and carefully work a dc (US sc) in each hole. Make sure all raw edges of the fabric are covered. |
If working corners, make sure you work 3-4 stitches into the corner hole.
Once you have all your raw edges covered, you can carry on crocheting as if it was a regular crochet item.