There’s a great way to hide decreases in crochet called Invisible Decrease In Crochet.
In this crochet tutorial, I’ll explain what invisible decreasing in crochet is. Then provide an overview of how to do it for single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet with step by step tutorials.
Finally I’ll include tips on materials needed and abbreviations used. Additionally, I’ll answer some common questions related to invisible crochet decreases.
Let’s dive in & learn invisible decrease in crochet!
What are invisible decrease in crochet?
Invisible decrease in crochet is a method different from the traditional way of working stitches together, that hides crochet decreases making them less visible.
You can do invisible decreases in crochet like the invisible single crochet decrease, invisible half double crochet decrease, invisible double crochet decrease and invisible treble crochet decrease.
When knowing the technique, you can also implement in for taller basic crochet stitches.
The invisible decrease in crochet method itself creates a decrease of 1 stitch by:
- Skipping 1 stitch and inserting the crochet hook into the front loop of the next stitch.
- Insert the crochet hook into the front loop of the skipped stitch, so the hook is inserted into 2 stitches.
- Then completing the basic stitch as usual.
This decrease method can be used in all kinds of crochet projects, where you need to reduce the number of stitches to shape the crochet piece you are working on.
Materials Needed
To crochet a invisible decrease in crochet you can use any crochet hook size and weight yarn. If you’re following a crochet pattern, use the crochet hook and yarn suggested to get the correct gauge.
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The Most Common Invisible Crochet Decreases
You can crochet invisible decreases for all the basic crochet stitches, you can learn all of them easily.
Below you can find links to detailed crochet stitch tutorials with step-by-step photo tutorials and video tutorials for 4 different invisible crochet decreases (us terms).
You can also find the video tutorials on my YouTube Channel.
1. Invisible Single Crochet Decrease
Learn how to decrease 1 stitch by crocheting the invisible single crochet decrease. Learn all you need to know with this detailed step by step photo and video tutorial.
2. Invisible Half Double Crochet Decrease
Learn how to decrease 1 stitch by crocheting the invisible half double crochet decrease. Learn all you need to know with this detailed step by step photo and video tutorial.
3. Invisible Double Crochet Decrease
Learn how to decrease 1 stitch by crocheting the invisible double crochet decrease. Learn all you need to know with this detailed step by step photo and video tutorial.
4. Invisible Treble Crochet Decrease
Learn how to decrease 1 stitch by crocheting the invisible treble crochet decrease. Learn all you need to know with this detailed step by step photo and video tutorial.
Stitch Abbreviations for the Invisible Decrease In Crochet
When it comes to crochet abbreviations for invisible decrease crochet stitches, there are a few ways to write them.
- invdec, inv dec or inv-dec: These can be used while crocheting any crochet stitch and would mean that you should do an invisible crochet decrease using the stitch you are already crocheting.
- inv sc dec: This would mean to do an invisible single crochet decrease.
- inv hdc dec: This would mean to do an invisible half double crochet decrease.
- inv dc dec: This would mean to do an invisible double crochet decrease.
- inv tr dec: This would mean to do an invisible treble crochet decrease.
FAQ About The Invisible Decrease In Crochet
What is the difference between invisible and normal decrease?
The main difference between the invisible and normal decrease is how visible the crochet decrease is. Next, the steps of how you do a decrease is different.
For the invisible decrease you skip a stitch, insert the hook in the front loop of the second stitch, then go back and insert the crochet hook in the front loop of the first stitch. Then finish the crochet stitch as usual.
For regular decreases that decrease 1 stitch, you work half the stitch without finishing it in the first stitch, then work half the stitch of the next stitch, then finish them together.
What crochet projects can I use invisible decreases in crochet?
Invisible decreases in crochet can be used in all kinds of crochet projects, ranging from amigurumi projects to crochet garments or crochet blanket projects.
Decreases for Other Basic Crochet Stitches
Find decreases for the other basic crochet stitches in the main crochet decrease tutorial.
Including single stitch decreases, half double crochet decreases, double crochet decrease stitches and treble crochet decreases.
Enjoy Hiding Decreases In Crochet
If you want a more discrete decrease, use the invisible decrease method instead of the regular ones.
There’s option for all stitches from single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet to treble crochet, so you can use them in most crochet projects.
Try the invisible decrease in crochet techniques to see if you like it when crocheting your next project.
