Standard Decrease (sc2tog)

For the regular single-crochet decrease, partially work two stitches and finish them together.

Chart symbol

SC2TOG symbol

Steps

SC2TOG symbol (decrease)
Chart: single-crochet two together (sc2tog).
For amigurumi, consider the Invisible Decrease to avoid gaps.
  1. Insert hook, yarn over, pull up a loop — 2 loops on hook.
  2. Insert hook in next stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop — 3 loops on hook.
  3. Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops.

Want super-smooth shaping on amigurumi? Try the Invisible Decrease.

Related symbols

sc2tog symbol
Standard single-crochet decrease (sc2tog).