How to switch colours crochet, spelled the UK way, uses the exact same technique as switching colors with the US spelling: change yarn on the last yarn-over of a stitch rather than the first. This question often comes from UK-based readers searching their own spelling convention. This guide covers the steps.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Work your last stitch in the old colour until two loops remain on the hook.
- Drop the old colour and pick up the new one instead.
- Yarn over with the new colour and pull through both loops.
- Continue in the new colour, leaving tails to weave in later.
Frequently asked questions
Is switching colours the same technique regardless of spelling?
Yes, colour and color refer to the exact same technique. Only the spelling convention differs between UK and US writing.
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