How to switch yarn colors crochet means changing your working yarn to a new color mid-project, with the timing of the switch determining how clean the final transition looks. Plan every color switch before starting, since figuring it out mid-row leaves a messier line. This guide covers the steps.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Work your last stitch in the old color until two loops remain on the hook.
- Switch to the new color and complete that stitch.
- Continue in the new color, leaving tails to weave in.
- Weave in both tails separately along matching-color stitches.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I plan a color switch for the cleanest line?
Plan the switch at a row’s edge or a round’s seam whenever your pattern allows, since a mid-row switch shows more clearly, especially in single crochet.
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