1. What is Single Crochet Increase?

A single crochet increase is a basic crochet technique used to add stitches to your work, typically to shape your project. It involves working two single crochet stitches into the same stitch from the previous row.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• Old Stitches — Current number of stitches in your row
• Increase Amount — Number of increases you plan to make
• New Stitches — Total stitches after increases

Explanation: Each increase adds exactly one stitch to your total count. Multiple increases will add multiple stitches.

3. Importance of Stitch Counting

Details: Accurate stitch counting is crucial for maintaining the correct shape and size of your crochet project. Increases help create curves, shaping, and design elements in your work.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your current stitch count and how many increases you plan to make. The calculator will show your new total stitch count after increases.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I actually make a single crochet increase?
A: Insert hook into stitch, yarn over and pull up loop, yarn over and pull through two loops (first sc made). Then work another single crochet into the same stitch.

Q2: Where should I place increases in my work?
A: Increases are typically spaced evenly unless the pattern specifies otherwise. For example, to increase 4 stitches in a round of 20, you'd increase every 5th stitch.

Q3: What's the difference between increase and decrease?
A: Increases add stitches while decreases remove stitches (by combining two stitches into one).

Q4: How do increases affect the shape of my project?
A: Regular increases create a flat circle. Strategic increases can create curves, ruffles, or shaping for garments.

Q5: Can I use this for other stitch types?
A: While this calculator is for single crochet, the same principle applies to other stitches - each increase adds one stitch regardless of stitch type.