Sts crochet meaning refers to the plural abbreviation for stitches, used constantly in pattern instructions to describe a count or a group of stitches to work into. Beginners often pause on this abbreviation more than almost any other in a pattern’s opening lines. This guide gives the direct definition and a worked example.
Quick-Reference Table
| Abbreviation | Full term | Example use |
|---|---|---|
| st | Stitch (singular) | sc in next st |
| sts | Stitches (plural) | sc in next 5 sts |
Detailed Explanation
A line reading sc in next 5 sts, (24) means single crochet across the next five stitches, and the number in parentheses confirms your total stitch count should be 24 after that row.
Frequently asked questions
What does sts mean in a crochet pattern?
Sts is the plural abbreviation for stitches, used any time a pattern refers to more than one stitch at once, as in work in next 3 sts.
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