Tapestry Colourwork (tapestry sc) — crochet stitch tutorial

How the heart, star and stripe motifs are drawn in stitches rather than sewn on.

UK terminology: tapestry dc

How to work it

1. Carry the unused colour loosely along the top of the round, inside the stitches.
2. Change colour on the LAST yarn-over of the stitch BEFORE the new colour is needed.
3. Work over the carried strand so it hides inside the fabric.
4. Read the chart right-to-left when working in the round, one square = one sc.

Tips

• Keep the carried yarn relaxed; pulling it tight makes the bag pucker and warp.

Patterns that use it

• Heart Motif Phone Crossbody
• Bumble Bee

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