How to: Loop Stitch

     The loop stitch is super easy, and it gives otherwise plain objects interest. It's basically the same as the single crochet stitch, except a loop forms at the back. The size of the loop can vary, depending upon what you decide to make it around. In this example, I will make the loop around my finger.

     To begin, crochet up to the point that you wish to make a loop. Now, while holding the yarn over your index finger, insert your hook into the stitch beside your hook.

     Place your hook on top of the yarn that is in front of your finger.

     Now, grab both the yarn behind your finger and the yarn in front of your finger with your hook.

     Pull both of the loops through the stitch.

     Slide your finger out of the loop that you have just made.

     Wrap your yarn around your hook and pull the yarn through all three of the loops on your hook.

     You have just made the loop stitch! Keep doing this every other row and the front of your work will look like this.

     While the back of the work will look like this.