The crochet i-cord is a super handy skill for crocheters to have in their skill set. If you need to add some sturdiness to a clothing strap, tote handle or just need something more rope-like, the i-cord may be just what you need! Stitched up to look like a series of chains, its easy to do with just a bit of practice!
Check out my easy video tutorial that walks you through step by step!
For this tutorial all you'll need is a smooth strand yarn (easier to learn on than the more textured/novelty stuff) and the yarn's recommended hook size (check the label if you are not sure).
How To Crochet an I-Cord
- Put a slip knot on your hook.
- Chain 3.
- Insert hook into the middle chain and bring up a loop.
- Insert hook into the last chain and bring up a loop.
- Remove two loops from the hook and hold tight.
- Wrap yarn around hook and bring through loop.
- Put loop closet to you back on the hook, then wrap yarn around hook and bring it through the loop.
- Put that last loop back on the hook, wrap yarn around hook and bring it through the hook (three loops on the hook at this point).
- Repeat steps 5-8 until i-cord is as long as you would like it to be.
- To finish off your i-cord, wrap yarn through all three loop on the hook, cut yarn, wrap yarn around hook and pull through firmly.
- Use tails to tie onto other items or weave in ends.
