st
Stitch
Description
In crochet, “st” stands for “stitch” or “stitches,” representing the individual units formed to create the fabric.
Detailed explanation
In crochet patterns, “st” is the abbreviation for “stitch” or its plural “stitches.” It refers to the individual loops or knots produced by the hook, such as a single or double crochet. This term is frequently used to verify the final stitch count at the end of a row or to indicate exactly where to insert the hook for the next maneuver.
Stitch
Description
“st” denotes a stitch, representing a single loop on a knitting needle that forms the basic structural unit of the fabric.
Detailed explanation
In knitting patterns, “st” (plural “sts”) refers to the individual loops that comprise the fabric. It is the fundamental unit used to calculate width, measure gauge, and verify row accuracy. This term applies generically to any live loop on the needle, regardless of whether it was formed by knitting, purling, or shaping techniques like increases.