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Using standing stitches to change colors in crochet helps you work more quickly, and keeps your yarn ends secure. This is my favorite method for changing colors at the end of a row.

Supplies You’ll Need
Scrap yarn of your choice. In the video, I’m using a worsted weight cotton yarn from Michael’s called Loops and Threads Classic Cotton, in the White colorway. (Salmon, black, and key lime are in the background, too!)
A crochet hook that works well with your yarn- I’m using a Furls Streamline Metal Hook in the H/5.0mm size. Buy one here- these are SO good for crocheters with hand pain issues!
Video: How to Use Standing Single Crochet to Change Colors
First, you’ll want to finish off your previous row. Cut your yarn with a short tail, make one extra chain, and pull it snug to secure it. (Hint, you can use my Locked Loop Ends method to secure it without using a yarn needle, too!)
Then, you’re ready to join your new yarn. Make a slip knot on your hook, just like you’re starting a new chain. Then, insert your hook into the first stitch of the row.
Instead of making a slip stitch, simply yarn over, and pull up a loop, then yarn over and complete a single crochet stitch. You’re all set, and there’s no extra chain and slip knot to bulk up your edges!
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