Crochet on the round covers any project built outward from a central starting ring, whether using joined rounds or a continuous spiral. Choose between the two based on whether the finished piece is flat or three-dimensional. This guide gives a quick reference.
Quick Reference
Flat motifs like doilies and granny squares typically use joined rounds, closed with a slip stitch. Three-dimensional shapes like amigurumi typically use a continuous spiral, tracked with a stitch marker instead of a visible seam.
Frequently asked questions
Which round style should I use for a hat?
Most hat patterns use a continuous spiral for the crown and body, since a hat is a 3D shape where a visible seam would show more than a spiral’s stitch-marker tracking.
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See when each round style suits a project best.
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