Slip Stitch (Sl St)

The slip stitch is the shortest and most compact crochet stitch. It’s often used to join rounds, move your yarn along a row without adding height, or create a smooth edge. Unlike other stitches, it doesn’t add much bulk, making it perfect for finishing touches.

1 Insert Hook & Yarn Over

Insert your hook into the stitch where you want the slip stitch, then yarn over.

2 Pull Through the Stitch

Pull the yarn through the stitch carefully.

3 Complete the Slip Stitch

Pull the yarn through the loop already on your hook. Note: No extra yarn over is needed for this stitch.

4 Stitch Check

Look at your completed slip stitches. The box around three stitches shows what they should look like: flat, neat, and aligned.