Crochet Techniques: Mastering the Foundation Single Crochet (FSC)

We will explain how to cast on a stitch that is more stretchy than a chain stitch.
This cast-on stitch will be taller than a chain stitch, and will be about the same height as if you had knit one row of knit stitches over the chain stitch, or a little lower.
Visually, it may look somewhat similar to thread code.
After making a stretchy cast-on, it's easy to pick up the stitches and knit, so it's convenient to be able to knit this way.

Ronique's book "Winter Crochet Crafts" also features works that incorporate this cast-on technique.
The knitting method is not complicated, so please give it a try.

Video Tutorial

This video explains how to crochet a "stretchy cast-on."
Generally, cast-on stitches are made using a chain stitch, but when knitting something to wear, it is recommended that the cast-on stitch also has some stretch, as this will make it more comfortable to wear.

The knitting pattern symbols are shown in the same way as regular chains, so how to read the knitting pattern is as follows:How to knit "chain stitch"Please refer to the page.

After making the stitches

[Cotton and thread processing]

The image below shows the fabric being made into a loop after making a stretchy cast-on stitch.
The point indicated by the arrow (where the cast-on stitch begins) is not connected to the other end (it is not looped).
When finishing the end of the yarn at the beginning of knitting, make sure to connect the separate parts before finishing the yarn.

[To knit the next row]

The image below shows the slip stitch being made to create the cast-on stitch.
The stitch with the red line is the first stitch of the stretchy cast-on.

For example, if you want to start knitting a knit stitch in the next row, start with one chain stitch, insert the needle into the stitch with the red line, and knit the knit stitch.
Next, insert the needle next to it and continue knitting.

It's easy to insert the needle, so I think it's easier to knit than using a regular chain stitch to scoop up the back of the stitch.

<Thread used in explanatory image>
Hamanaka: "Doo!"
This is a fluffy 100% wool yarn.

Patterns Featuring FSC

Paid knitting pattern "Flexible Warmer"

This is also a project that begins with an elastic cast-on.
From my testing, I think these leg warmers do not slip down.
As an example of application, instructions on how to knit a neck warmer are also included.
This knit fabric has a unique look even in one color, so please enjoy the differences.