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Loop Stitch
Deliberate long loops left on the surface to make shaggy, fur-like fabric.
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Category
- Stitches
Definition
The yarn is held over a finger or gauge to set loop length, then trapped by a single crochet so the loop stays on the far side of the work.
Overview
Cut open, loop stitch becomes faux fur for animal manes and rugs; left closed it reads as astrakhan or fleece.
Loop length must be gauged mechanically — freehand loops are never even enough to look intentional.
Characteristics
- Long surface loops
- Can be cut for faux fur
- Needs a gauge for evenness
Typical uses
- Animal manes
- Rugs and mats
- Cushion fronts
- Sheep toys
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