Have you ever wondered how to crochet an invisible single crochet decrease? This crochet technique is a great way to make a neat & less visible decrease when working on amigurumi projects or other crochet fabric.
The invisible single crochet is a decrease that won’t leave any visible gaps – perfect for creating professional results!
In this article we will cover topics such as what is invisible single crochet decrease, the steps of it, materials needed, abbreviations used and alternative single crochet decreases.
We also include a step-by-step photo tutorial and video tutorial for so you can practice this crochet decrease with ease.
Finally we provide some frequently asked questions about invisible decreases in crochet so you can get all your answers here!
What is the Invisible Single Crochet Decrease?
The invisible single crochet decrease is using the invisible crochet decrease technique, and is an alternative method of decreasing one stitch to the traditional single crochet 2 together.
As the name suggests, the stitch decrease is less visible.
You can crochet the invisible sc dec in just 5 simple steps.
Decreasing stitches are used to shape crochet pieces.
The steps of the Invisible Single Crochet Decrease:
- Skip 1 stitch and insert crochet hook into front loop of next stitch.
- Insert crochet hook into front loop of skipped stitch.
- Yarn over.
- Pull up a loop.
- Yarn over and pull through all loops on the crochet hook.
Materials Needed
To crochet the invisible single crochet decrease you can use any mm crochet hook size and yarn. If you’re following a crochet pattern, use the crochet hook and yarn suggested.
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Invisible Single Crochet Abbreviations
The invisible crochet decreases are abbreviated invdec, inv dec or inv-dec in crochet patterns, if the pattern writer wants you to specifically crochet an invisible decrease.
For the single crochet invisible decrease you will see them with sc specified in front or inv sc dec.
Learn more about crochet abbreviations & find a complete list on our Crochet Abbreviations & Terms post.
Alternative Single Crochet Decreases
- If you’re interested in learning traditional single crochet decreases, see the tutorials on sc2tog, sc3tog or sc4tog.
- Learn everything there is to know about decreasing single crochet stitches in the overview post.
- Or learn about all crochet decreases, including how to decrease for half double crochet, double crochet and treble crochet.
Invisible Single Crochet Decrease Step By Step Photo Tutorial
In this step by step photo tutorial you can learn the invisible sc decrease in a few easy steps. Grab your crochet hook and let’s get started with this easy way to decrease 1 crochet stitch.
Step 1: Skip 1 stitch and insert crochet hook into next stitch.
To start the invisible single crochet decrease, skip one stitch and insert the crochet hook into the front loop of the next stitch (front loop of the first stitch).
Learn more about crocheting into the front loop only.
Step 2: Insert crochet hook into skipped stitch.
Then insert the crochet hook into the front loop of the skipped stitch (front loop of the second stitch).
Step 3: Yarn Over
Yarn over from back to front, ready to pull up a loop.
Step 4: Pull up a loop
Pull up a loop. You have 2 loops on the crochet hook.
Step 5: Yarn over and pull through all loops on the crochet hook
Yarn over and pull through both loops on the crochet hook. You have finished one invisible single crochet decrease.
Invisible Single Crochet Decrease Video Tutorial
Find a quick single crochet invisible decrease tutorial on Youtube.
Single Crochet Decreases – Step-By-Step Tutorials
- Single Crochet 2 Together (sc2tog)
- Single Crochet 3 Together (sc3tog)
- Single Crochet 4 Together (sc4tog)
- Invisible Single Crochet Decrease (this tutorial)
FAQ About The Invisible Single Crochet Decrease
What is the difference between the invisible single crochet and sc2tog in crochet?
The invisible single crochet and the sc2tog both decrease the same number of stitches, one stitch.
However the normal decrease (sc2tog) is more visible than the invisible single crochet decrease.
Is invisible decrease the same as sc2tog?
No, the invisible single crochet decrease is an alternative method to decrease stitches and is different from the sc2tog. Both decrease 1 stitch.
When can you use the invisible single crochet decrease?
The invisible single crochet decrease is popular in amigurumi patterns, however it can be used in any crochet pattern instead of the regular single crochet decrease.
