US To UK Crochet Stitch Conversion Chart
What’s The Difference Between British And American Crochet Terms?
With thousands of free patterns online, we’re only a click away from creating the crochet projects we want.
But sometimes, reading and following a pattern can be challenging.
Why? Because patterns could be written in 2 different sets of crochet terms.
While British crochet and American crochet share some slight term similarities, most of their stitch names hold different meanings.
For instance, both sets of crochet terminology have a stitch named double crochet (dc), BUT in US English terms, dc means single crochet (sc).
And that’s why it could be confusing.
Learning the difference between the two and how to convert one term to another is important to understanding patterns. And my US to UK Stitch Conversion Chart is here to help you with that.
US To UK Stitch Conversion Chart
| Symbols | US Terms Abbreviations | UK Terms Abbreviations |
|---|---|---|
 | Chain (ch) | Chain (ch) |
 | slip stitch (sl st)/ (ss) | slip stitch (sl st) / (ss) |
 | single crochet (sc) | double crochet (dc) |
 | half double crochet (hdc) | half treble crochet (htr) |
 | double crochet (dc) | treble crochet (tr) |
 | treble crochet (tr) | double treble crochet (dtr) |
 | double treble crochet (dtr) | triple treble crochet (ttr) |
 | double crochet cluster (dc-cl) | treble cluster (tr-cl) |
| yarn over (yo) | yarn over hook (yoh) |
| Symbols | How To |
|---|---|
| Yarn over hook, draw up a loop |
| Insert hook into stitch, yarn over hook, pull yarn through stitch, and loop on the hook in one movement |
 | Insert hook into stitch, yarn over hook, draw up a loop, yarn over hook, pull through both (2) loops. |
 | Yarn over hook, insert hook into stitch, yarn over hook, draw up a loop, (3 loops on hook), yarn over hook, pull through all 3 loops |
 | Yarn over hook, insert hook into stitch, yarn over hook, draw up a loop, (3 loops on hook), yarn over hook, pull through 2 loops, yarn over hook, pull through remaining 2 loops |
 | Yarn over hook twice, insert hook into stitch, yarn over hook, draw up a loop, (4 loops on hook), yarn over hook, pull through 2 loops, yarn over hook, pull through 2 loops, yarn over hook, pull through remaining 2 loops |
 | Yarn over hook 3 times, insert hook into stitch, draw through stitch (5 loops on hook), yarn over hook, pull through 2 loops (now 4 loops on hook), yarn over hook, pull through 2 loops; yarn over and pull through 2 loops 2 more times |
 | Yarn over hook, insert hook into stitch, yarn over hook, draw up a loop, yarn over hook, pull through 2 loops, yarn over hook, insert hook into same stitch, yarn over hook, draw up a loop, yarn over hook, pull through 2 loops, yarn over hook, pull through remaining 3 loops |
| Bring yarn over the hook from back to front and grab it with the hook |
Download The US To UK Stitch Conversion Chart PDF
The quickest way to convert US crochet terms to UK terms (or vice versa) is by using a handy table like the one above.
Click on the button below to download the one-page PDF version of the chart.
Which Stitch Names Are The Same In US And US Terms?
- Chain (ch) – In both sets of crochet terms, chain stitch has the same name and meaning. Chain is a basic crochet stitch that’s integral to completing any project.
- Slip Stitch (sl st) – slip stitch has the same name and meaning in the US and UK terms. Slip stitch is a functional stitch that is used to join pieces together and finish projects with clean, basic edging.
How Do You Convert US Crochet To UK?
UK stitches are one step up from US stitches. For instance, a single crochet in the American crochet means a double crochet in the British crochet.
US double crochet (dc) is equal to UK treble (tr) — so on and so forth. To instantly convert crochet terms, use a chart like the one above.
How To Know If A Pattern Is Written In US Or UK Terms
Patterns that are written using UK terms don’t use single crochet (sc).
So if you come across a pattern that mentions sc, it’s likely written in American English terms.
Words such as “gauge” and “skip a stitch” are used in patterns written in American terms. “Tension” and “miss a stitch” on the other hand are used in UK terminology.
Most designers state explicitly if their patterns use US or UK terms, so don’t forget to check the pattern description.
Luckily, chart symbols are universal.
So if there’s a complimentary diagram, you can compare the symbols and stitch names to the above conversion chart.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What Is US Treble Crochet In UK Terms?
US treble crochet (tr) is double treble crochet (dtr) in UK terms.
Is There A UK Single Crochet?
No, there isn’t a stitch named single crochet in UK terms. British terminology doesn’t use single crochet (sc) at all.
So if a pattern uses sc, it’s most likely written using American crochet terms.
What is US Single Crochet In UK Terms?
US single crochet is equivalent to the UK double crochet (dc).
How To Crochet The Half Double Crochet Stitch In US terms?
Learn how to make the US half double crochet (hdc) through this step-by-step tutorial.
I hope this US To UK Crochet Stitch Conversion Chart was helpful and answered some of your questions regarding crochet term conversions.
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Happy Crocheting!
Thank you Ariana, that’s an incredibly useful PDF: clear, to the point, all the information you might want/need. I’ve shared it with my crochet group, too.
You’re welcome Hanneke
Very clear , thank you!
I am from Ethiopia , I have been very interested since 4 yrs ago , when I saw an American woman knitted while she was in the office in her part time , I was so excited out of blue , and I was wishing to knit like her .
any way after 4yrs , I knew , I think there is God’s blessing inside me to be a crocheter . and now i am starting to learn some basics and start my bussinezz
I am just a beginner ,