Starting an oval piece with a foundation chain

Some pieces start with an oval instead of a circle. You make an oval by crocheting around a foundation chain instead of crocheting into a magic ring. Crochet a foundation chain with as many chains as mentioned in the pattern. Start in second ch from your hook and work a sc stitch in this chain stitch. Work your crochet stitches into each chain across as mentioned in the pattern. The last stitch before turning is usually an increase stitch. Now, turn your work upside down to work into the underside of the chain stitches. You’ll notice that only one loop is available, simply insert your crochet hook in this loop. Work your stitches into each chain across. When finished, your last stitch should be next to the first stitch you made. You can now continue working in spirals.


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