Crochet Long Tail Foundation Base Chain & Perfect Crochet I-Cord

[@brendastratton1306]

I have crocheted for more than 50 years, designed for nearly 30. I've never seen anything like this. Brilliant! A significant contribution to the world of crochet. Well done!

[@Jimmy-Lynn]

This has changed everything for me! I hated the regular foundation single crochet. I just never got it to work. Thank you so much for sharing your brilliant idea!!!

[@crochetlover84]

The best thing I love about this is that you don't have to worry about it getting twisted!

[@prayermamaify]

I tried your stitch with 2 colors and love the look! I have been wanting to do this kind of cording but couldn't get what I wanted! Now I have it!

[@kristenkidd3982]

I remember coming across this video a while back, before I was halfway decent at crocheting. Fast forward to today, where I have been struggling to crochet the i-cord using the other method (drop two loops and hold them between your fingers). I remembered this video, but for the life of me I could not remember what your method was called.. I just remembered a bunch of letters! Haha. ☺️ So happy I finally found your video again, and I will be using this to make some bracelets this summer. I have saved it and will urge others to watch it. Thanks so much for this!

[@kathleenyarjan1016]

I saw this when you first posted it. I loved it. Stopped crocheting for a while and picking it up again. Been searching for this post for something I'm working on and YAY I found you. This stitch is amazing and so easy. love love love it......ty

[@playhooky]

Wow - what everyone else said - ingenious, fabulous - I'm wondering how you ever thought this up and sure glad you did! I bet you are a knitter since it has the similarity to the 'long tail cast on' in knitting. Thank you for following your inspiration and sharing this with the crochet world!

[@lynda9034]

Brilliant!!! I've been searching I-cord tutorial videos and the all were basically the same where you had to drop two loops off the hook which is not easy to do and maintain the same tension. But your method is SO EASY and fast and it does make a fantastic foundation chain. Thank you for sharing this.

[@roshkez]

This is truly awesome! thanks for sharing such a wonderful and easy stitch with the crafting world!!

[@lauriehopkins1680]

Thank you for this video. I am new at crocheting and this technique and video is the easiest to follow. It makes sense and I can see the anatomy of the stitch. And it looks great. Again - Thanks!

[@mandaloria9761]

You're welcome Laurie & Happy Crocheting!

[@robincooper2987]

Wonderfully amazing! Something I will be doing from here on out. Love this! Thank you for you time and talent. One happy camper or crocheter!

[@krismort60]

Ingenious! I thought the chainless foundation stitch was revolutionary. It looks like this has even more stretch and a cleaner look. And no need to dig out my knitting needles when I want an i-cord. I might even be able to remember what it's called. :-) Thanks for sharing!

[@samanthaB7712]

Can't wait to use this on a little drawstring bag. So much faster, thank you.

[@asredbirdy]

When I first looked I wondered what on earth was going on! Then I tried it and it is JUST what I need for the neck of a crochet sock wool sweater I intend to do (well it’s faster than knitting for such a big item) i never thought I’d be able to do this stitch and i can’t wait to start. Thank you.

[@ThePoettica1973]

I absolutely love this! Saves time on having to chain, then go back and sc, especially if it's a longer/wider piece with HUNDREDS of stitches! Also love the stretch/give it has, perfect for sweaters! Thanks for sharing! :)

[@galepoole6013]

I don't know where you designers get your ideas....this is truly unique and a fabulous addition to crocheting. Thank you for making this video, and for following up on how to end the PCIC. :)

[@lucindavoorhees7078]

Thank you so much! This is a brilliant new idea. I love how even it makes the foundation row.

[@cheryllynn1676]

Wow this is awesome! So easy too.. thank you for sharing. This will come in handy and make my work look so much better 😊

[@MsJuliezoom]

wow! will definitely be using this. you were mentioned in simply crochet magazine issue 38 in uk.

[@antoinettesquibb7710]

Thanks for the video! I love this quick and easy way of starting a project!

[@suzanadanna]

no more twisting and a firmer foundation, Thank you!

[@CrochetSweetCrochet]

Hi Melissa, I just tried your new foundation technique, and I love it. Thanks for sharing it❤️

[@danawouster155]

Always looking for an easier way with techniques Thanks Melissa this is the easiest yet

[@ITGirl817]

Brilliant technique! Can't wait to use it. Thanks ever so for sharing!

[@colleenmisner454]

This is totally the best starting chain I have ever done .. I did like 65 in like 5 minutes

[@kraftyiam]

good form - congratulations - it is much easier than traditional cord method - this is more fun and quicker

[@AuroraN2024]

This is FANTASTIC! Love it! Thank you for this fantastic technique!

[@mandaloria9761]

Should have covered these two points regarding the technique in the video so addressing them here: 1. The CLTFBC replaces the traditional (Chain Stitch/Foundation Row). Row 1 of your Crochet work would be worked back into the CLTFBC according to the pattern instructions you are following. Skip the appropriate number of stitches & work the 'Taller Stitch' you'll be using into the CLTFBC as the pattern calls for. As in the traditional sense, the skipped stitches count as the very first 'Taller Stitch'. The CLTFBC works great because it matches the thickness of the proper 'Taller Stitch' you'll be creating throughout the rest of your work. Whether they are HDC, DC, or TR. The skipped number of stitches will depend on your pattern & the 'Taller Stitch' called for. It blends better with the rest of the Crochet work in regards to thickness & stretch. Unlike the traditional (Chain Stitch/Foundation Row), that looks sparser & less stretchy. The left over long tail is woven into the Crochet work later or when the work is finished. 2. When needing to fasten off for a PCIC only: Make to desired length & then cut the Working Yarn, making sure there is about 6 inches of Working Yarn Tail & 6 inches of the 'Long Tail' allowance yarn. Pull both tails through the last loop & pull both to fasten off. Weave ends back into the PCIC to hide.

[@didossy3965]

Thank you so much, that's absolutely wonderful and such a time-saver on the old methods ...

[@chelinfusco6403]

Well shut my mouth 'cause it has dropped open! Wow! Amazing!!!!

[@sehryn]

Wow. Clever woman! Thanks for sharing🌷

[@tashahudson1398]

Great technique. I was able to do this as a beginner after watching your video. You should do more videos.

[@annoir]

THIS.IS.AMAZING.

[@colleenmisner454]

Wonder if this will work on a base row of Tunisian crochet yo stop the rolling .. this is awesome

[@colleenmisner454]

That's awesome and because I hate doing chains

[@nephtys1959]

Brilliant!!! This is really a perfect way to start work!

[@01doha]

This is an awesome technique - well done for coming up with this. And thank you so much for sharing !

[@simoneypkemeule2440]

Wauw! This is a very neat way to start!

[@ivymosaics]

This is genius. Thank you so much for this.

[@helensampson1130]

That's fantastic- thank you xx

[@CherylDFloyd]

This is awesome! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@VickieHowell]

Very smart, Melissa! I'll share on my FB page. Best of luck! xx

[@mandaloria9761]

Vickie Howell Thanks Vickie!!! :D

[@mnaazw]

This is so amazing i'm going to use a cuss word in public. F**ing Genius!!!!

[@allysonfraire]

man I love this it is super easy

[@blackpegasus11]

congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! awsome!!!!!!

[@mouldyoldcrow]

Thank you :D ingenius and yet easy to do. fantastic!

[@WildPinkThing]

Thank you very much! So awesome!

[@lindaburns6798]

Wow! This really IS amazing!

[@nylaroc]

Brilliant..love it...thank you!

[@poodlegirl55]

That is kind of amazing!

[@ruthsmith2769]

Fabulous. Thank you. It looks so much neater and avoids the tight pull of a traditional chain row. Does it mean that the tail will be on the right when 'right side facing' rather than the left?

[@asredbirdy]

AmaZing. Just started my project now.

[@daniellekellogg-howard6518]

This is awesome! Thank you!

[@brookefishback4071]

absolutely love it.

[@ZZmsz]

I love it !

[@tildina0896]

Beautiful!

[@pillarofclouds77]

Can this be done with double crochet? Or is it only good for single crochet foundation?

[@mandaloria9761]

Sure. Just account for the chains needed plus he 3 for the DC turning chain. Then just work back into it.

[@rebeccarenner8927]

Wow! Thank you fur sharing this!

[@loaroseolmstead5923]

I really think that I'm going to like for the give! Thank you for sharing

[@carlaferguson5471]

Love it

[@oobiedoobs]

I've been thinking there needs to be an easier way to crochet an i-cord. Thank you!

[@daryllennon1216]

This is fantastic. thank you

[@suncountrygirl_crochet]

Can you do color changes with this technique? I've done the foundation row where you go into the loops ( where your technique has that loop forming the hook). I use the foundation row on my graphghans when I want color changes right at the beginning and don't want to try to change colors on my starting chain. Hope that makes sense.

[@ClsJJJ]

Love this

[@bpurly7775]

I love it

[@caseyknows]

genius

[@ushanaidoo2915]

Amazing. Love it. Thank you