Crochet a half-column without a crochet. How to tie a half-column (connecting, auxiliary loop)
Good afternoon, dear needlewomen!
Today we will talk about crochet for beginners, we will cover the basic aspects of crochet, and we will show you crochet patterns for beginners.
What is a hook
Hook- This is a tool that knit products. On one side of the hook is the head. It can be thick or very thin. The hook number depends on its thickness. If the head thickness is 1 mm, then this is hook number 1. You can see the hook number on the long part of the hook, long part hook is called a rod.
The material from which the hooks are made can be different - metal, plastic, wood ..
crochet threads use woolen, half-woolen, cotton, synthetic.
How to crochet? Much easier than it looks. Let's train. We take threads of medium thickness, single ones are better. And a hook, twice the size of the thread. We sit down more comfortably, study the photos and repeat.
How to crochet air loops.
Air loop:
Continue to crochet air loops in the same way. make sure that thumb left hand was always near the loop on the hook through which the thread is pulled. In this way, you will get a chain of air loops. Air loops- this is the basis of all crocheted products.
What is crochet yarn?
Nakid- this is a term without which crocheting will not work. When you yarn over your hook after there is already a loop on it, you are making a yarn over. Each yarn after you knit it forms a loop.
working thread is the thread coming from the ball.
We knit a half-column crochet with a crochet.
In order to crochet a half-column, we do this:
Starting knitting the first row of your product, you need to make several air loops of the chain, they are also called lifting loops. They replace the first column of a new row. Thus, a half-column corresponds to one air loop, a single crochet column has two air loops, a crochet column has three air loops, a double crochet column has four air loops.
How to knit a single crochet
Let's figure out how to knit a single crochet.
How to knit a column with one crochet.
Dear craftswomen, let's learn how to knit double crochets.
We knit a column with two crochets.
Now we know how to knit a column with one crochet, let's learn how to knit a column with two crochets.
Lush crochet post
Let's learn how to crochet a fluffy column.
- We pull out from one loop several loops (4-6) 1 cm long. To do this, we make a crochet, insert the hook into the chain of the previous row and pull out the loop, repeat this manipulation 4-6 times
- After you make the last yarn over, pull the yarn through all the loops and yarn overs on the hook.
- In order to fix the magnificent column, we throw a thread on the hook.
- We knit a loop on the hook.
More details about lush column look in the video
Crochet pico pattern
The pico crochet pattern is beautiful and very simple, it fits in this way:
- We knit three air loops
- Insert the hook into the last column
- We knit a single crochet.
Crochet pico pattern video
Text prepared by: Veronica
Half single crochet, hook, blind loop, attach, connecting loop, blind loop - all this different names the same crochet item. It is a tight, dense, low loop, intended for closing circles, connecting rows or transitions to knitting other loops, without breaking the thread.
This knitting element is used to close rows in a straight or circular knitting, for the implementation of the necessary reductions at the edges of the product, for stitching the elements of the work, as well as for connecting motifs. The semi-column is convenient and effective for edging details, collars, necklines, armholes, sleeves, sides of square or rectangular motifs. With the help of a connecting post, they perfectly seal the edges, eliminate stretching and other possible defects. Knowing how to properly knit a connecting loop is an important skill for every needlewoman. A blind loop allows you to make a very neat and durable connection. In this article we will tell you how to crochet a half-column. There is nothing complicated in this, and you will definitely succeed!
Crochet half-column without crochet
In different graphic diagrams a half-column can be designated in different ways, for example, in the form of an arc, a black air loop, or black
th triangle.
Half column
To knit a connecting loop, it is necessary to pry off one or two arches of the loop of the column of the previous or stacked row, so that a new loop is obtained. Then this new loop is pulled through the main working one. If you use single crochets in your work, then you should carefully control the thread tension: all loops should be free. Knitting "half crochet" is also known as "Bosnian knitting". This type of knitting is widespread in Bosnia and other countries of the Muslim world. The fabric created by single crochets is particularly durable and wear-resistant. Such a simple element as a connecting loop allows you to create a fairly heavy and dense canvas.
How to crochet a half-column (connecting column)
So, let's try with you to knit a half-column without a crochet. To begin with, we will make a chain of several air loops. The loops of the chain must be made sufficiently free. Next, insert the hook into the very first loop as shown in the figure.
Now we grab the thread and pull out a new loop - we got two loops on the hook.
In any business, the key to success is how well you master the basics of craftsmanship. Especially if this case is related to creativity. Craftswomen who want to learn to knit must first master the technique of creating basic details. Below we present step by step description knitting columns for beginners.
Basic Rules
The element can be knitted using the following methods:
- for two slices of the lower loop;
- for the near (left);
- for the far (right).
Keep in mind that in all basic techniques, each of the loops of the initial row is knitted for back wall air loop. Next, the loops are connected behind the two walls of the elements of the previous row, and the tool is inserted from the front side of the composition. The only exceptions are schemes different types knitting, where it is clearly indicated the need to use other equipment.
Important! The number of columns in all cases should be the same. If in initial row you created 20-25, exactly the same amount needs to be implemented in the final series. This rule does not work except in canvases where you reduce the drawing.
And now let's go directly to what types of knitting columns exist.
Connecting post
To begin with, we connect the first row with a chain of air loops. We introduce the hook behind the back wall of the second loop from it.
At the end of the row, we knit one loop, creating a rise. We turn the composition over and run the tool behind the back wall of the starting loop of the row that we did before. So we form the starting loop for the next row. We act in a similar way throughout the rest of the composition.
Half-column crochet
We connect the starting row with a chain of air loops. We introduce the tool behind the back wall of the second air loop from it. We draw the thread around the hook and thread it through the loop.
It is necessary that there are 2 loops on the tool. Having circled the thread around the hook, we stretch it through both, connecting them together.
Next, we create half-columns in all air loops until we reach the end of the row. Here we use one loop to implement the lift, turn the product over and insert the hook under the threads of one of the loops of the previous section. As a result, we get the half-column we need.
Half double crochet
We form the first row with a chain of air loops. We circle the thread around the tool and move the hook behind the back wall of the third loop from it.
Once again we make a bypass and stretch the thread through the loop, resulting in 3 loops. We connect them with each other, for this we again circle the thread around the hook. In the same way, we proceed further, knitting a half-column with a crochet of all air loops.
Finishing the row, we combine 2 such loops in order to form a rise. We turn the material over and create the first half-column with a crochet from the starting loop of the row in front of it. In subsequent rows, we act in the same way.
Tip: If you have difficulties already at the initial stage of training, we recommend that you visit master classes on knitting posts, where professionals will clearly demonstrate the whole process. Also pay attention to thematic videos that are in abundance on the network.
Double crochet
Perhaps the most popular of all varieties of columns. It does not take so much time, while the output element is twice as high as the single crochet option. Perfect option how best to knit columns for beginners.
Standard - we start with a chain of air loops. It is important that the number of the latter corresponds to the number of double crochets, separately you need to take into account 3 loops for lifting.
Having created a chain, we throw it on the tool, introducing this hook into the loop that is located fourth from it. When the thread is captured, we knit 3 loops on the hook in pairs in 2 sets, that is, first two, and after (making a new thread capture) - two more.
Column with two crochets
Its main advantage is the large height of the loop. Often, this type of column is used to create spacious openwork products.
Here it is important for us to leave 4 loops for lifting, the rest of the air elements should correspond to the number of columns.
We make 2 yarns on the hook, put the hook in the fifth loop from it, cling to the thread and form a new loop. As a result, we have this moment 4 loops. After grabbing the thread, we knit 4 loops on the hook, in pairs, in 3 sets. We complete the row by creating 4 air loops and, having changed the position of the product, we proceed to the next stage of knitting. 
In addition to the variations described, there are many more knitting techniques with a column. The most popular among them are: a column with three crochets, lush and embossed options.
Photo crochet posts and knitting patterns
How to knit a half-column (connecting column)
To learn how to knit a half-column, we will make a chain of air loops. Their number can be absolutely any.
We introduce the hook into the first loop of the air chain. From it we will knit the first connecting column.
We grab the working thread with a hook.
And now we pull this thread through two loops at once: through the one that we had on the hook initially and through the loop into which we inserted the hook.
We have the first half-column or connecting column ready. All other half-columns fit in the same way. We insert the hook into the next loop of the chain and grab the working thread. We drag it through all the loops on the hook. And so on.
In order to tie a new row, we make one air loop.
We unfold knitting. And now we will knit in reverse side. Insert the hook into the loop of the base. In the second half-column of our first row. We introduce loops under both walls.
And we grab the working thread. We stretch it through the loops. And so we knit the next half-columns. Grabbing the working thread, we stretch it through the loops.
So we knit required amount rows. The fabric connected by semi-columns (connecting columns) turns out to be very dense. Half bollards or connecting bollards are always the lowest of all other bollards and half bollards.
Remember, I promised that very soon you will be able to knit simple patterns? Well, that time has come. Don't be scared, it doesn't mean that today we will have to master too many new elements. After all, we agreed that we would move forward in small steps. Therefore, for today there is only one task - to understand how to knit a half-column correctly.
So what do we have in stock? Ability to knit. This is the foundation. Knitting of any product from the simplest to the most complex begins with a chain.
And, of course, you have learned the basic rule of knitting a chain. It should not be too tight. If it still doesn't work, take a hook one number more and tie the chain. When knitting a product, go to the desired hook.
The task for today is to learn how to knit a half-column.
Take your chain. The position of the hands is as follows: hook in right hand, chain in the left. The working thread is thrown over forefinger. Insert the hook into the second loop from the hook (I remind you that the working loop is not involved in the calculations).
Yarn over from the ball of yarn and pull through both loops. Insert your hook into the next stitch and continue knitting as described.
Please note that before saying the first loop, it was necessary to skip one loop of the chain. Why do you think? Guessed? Correctly! The half-column has a height, albeit a small one, and the missed loop just compensates for this difference. So the canvas will not shrink along the edge.
Today in the first row I just skipped one loop. And when you knit patterns according to the patterns, you will see them at the beginning of each row. These are additional (but not at all superfluous) loops that need to be knitted so that the edge of the fabric does not pull together. Their number depends on how high the next knitting element is.
The second row and all subsequent rows are knitted with semi-columns in the same way as the first. Knitting must be turned so that the last column is at the beginning, make one air loop for lifting and continue to knit half columns.
What is the front (it is near) and back (it is far) half loops, I (photo at the bottom of the page). This was done using the example of a chain, but when knitting in columns along the top of the row, exactly the same “pigtail” of loops is obtained. It is clearly visible in the next photo.
Loops on the tops of the columns of the previous row The hook can be inserted inside the loop from above (half-column for the back half-loop), inserted into the loop from below with a movement away from you and brought up (half-column for the front half-loop) or passed under both loops of the loop (half-column for both half-loops). See all these options in the following photos.
The hook is inserted into the loop (knitting for the far half loop) 
The hook is inserted under the near half-loop 
The hook is inserted under both halves of the loop. Practice knitting in all three ways - it will come in handy.
The half-column is the tightest and shortest of all the elements that are crocheted. What is knitted with half-columns? Its main purpose is to connect various knitting elements. Another name comes from its purpose - a connecting column or a connecting loop. In some books you can find other, more rare titles. I won't talk about them now. I plan to make a glossary of terms on the site, there will be all the options for names.
So, where is the connecting post used?
- connection of knitting elements;
- compaction of a stretched or loose edge;
- knitting of collars and other finishing details requiring high density canvases;
- fastening arches from air loops in openwork knitting;
- connecting the first and last columns in knitting in a circle;
- advance along the columns of the previous row to the beginning of the next row when knitting armholes, sleeves, or in any other place where several columns are reduced at once.
In knitting whole products, this element is rarely used. Hot pads, potholders, rugs - only where a very dense canvas is required. There is an exception - knitting in the technique of Bosnian knitting, but about various techniques- later. Right now we are just learning the basics.
Even when knitting with single crochet tables alone, you can diversify appearance products. Everything will depend on how you insert the hook into the loop. If under both half-loops - the fabric will be very dense, if only under the front or under the back - a little less dense, but horizontal stripes will appear. interesting effect it turns out if you knit in even rows for the back half-loop, in odd rows - for the front (or vice versa). With this method of knitting, a different pattern is obtained on opposite sides of the fabric.
If you knit in both halves of the loop, and the knitting is too tight, try knitting the fabric in one of the half loops.
By alternating air loops and half-columns, you can get completely new patterns. Here, for example, is the simplest grid. It is connected only with air loops and half-columns. And only at the end of each odd row, a double crochet is knitted.
And here is an example of a circle connected only with air loops and half-columns.
Such a circle connected from thin threads, can be the beginning of a beautiful openwork napkins. Try knitting just to practice your skills. In the first row in each arch - three air loops, in the second - four, in the third - five, in the fourth - six, in the fifth - seven. You will learn about the circle rule in one of the following lessons.
At the end of the lesson, some theory. A half-column (or connecting column) is usually indicated on the diagrams as follows.
A little hard to figure out, right? But nothing can be done, there are no standard notations. On the different schemes this element can be denoted in different ways.
And here is a schematic representation of knitting a half-column to help you. Maybe it's easier for someone to figure it out this way. Pay attention, in the diagram - the way of knitting for both half-loops. 
