Perfecting the Invisible Decrease in Amigurumi
Amigurumi Basics
Published May 2020
Traditionally, decreasing in crochet involves making a sc2tog (single crochet two together) stitch, a simple technique often used by beginners. However, in amigurumi, this regular decrease can sometimes result in gaps and bumps in your work.​ For a neater, cleaner finish, there's a more advanced technique in amigurumi called the Invisible Decrease. ​​​
What is an Invisible Decrease In Crochet?
Much like the Magic Ring, the Invisible Decrease is essential for creating smooth, professional-looking projects. Unlike the traditional decrease (working two stitches together), the invisible decrease involves only the front loops of the stitches, creating a more subtle transition. This method, as the name suggests, creates a neat, almost unidentifiable stitch. Once you master it, you won't look back.
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So, let's go ahead and learn how to make this handy decrease and elevate your skills to the next level!
How To Invisible Decrease: Video Tutorial
How to Make the Invisible Decrease In Crochet: Photo Tutorial
Before we begin, it is very important to know the difference between the front loops and the back loops of your stitches. See my Crochet Basics tutorial for a more in-depth look in Understanding the Anatomy of a Crochet Stitch.
Step 1: Insert your hook into the front loop only of the first stitch.
Step 2: Without yarning over, insert your hook into the front loop only of the next stitch.
Step 3: You will now have 3 loops on your hook. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops on the hook.
Step 4: Now with two loops left on your hook, yarn over and draw through the two remaining loops to complete your invisible decrease.
Your Invisible Decrease is complete!
With the decrease round complete, you can see that the decreased stitches are nice and neat and flat, with no gaps. Although you can still make them out, they are very well camouflaged.
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That's it For My Perfecting The Invisible Decrease Crochet Tutorial!
And this is how you crochet the Invisible Decrease. Now, you can incorporate this technique into your amigurumi projects and see what a big difference it makes to the overall look of your project. I hope you found this tutorial helpful.
If you aren't ready to dive in just yet, perhaps take a look at the rest of my Tips and Tutorials to help you achieve the perfect finish for your amigurumi project every time!
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Thanks so much for stopping by and happy crocheting!
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