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Crochetrepeat instructions
Description
An asterisk indicates the starting point of a sequence of stitches that needs to be repeated in a crochet pattern.
Detailed explanation
In crochet patterns, this symbol marks a specific section of instructions to be performed multiple times. It frequently appears in phrases like “repeat from * across” or works in conjunction with brackets to condense pattern text. This notation groups repetitive stitch sequences to keep directions concise. Always check if the repetition continues to the end of the row or stops at specific final stitches.