Day 177 - How to convert from UK to NA

September 23rd, 2012

How to read United Kingdom to North American conversion chart - Hooks

Most crochet hook packages have both UK and NA listed on the outside, but unfortunately not all. So have a conversion chart is key. That way you can refer back to it before you start a project. Her.e are the best two chart I can find. Thank-you internet.

Besides using a different sizing chart, British patterns also use different terminology. Here is a quick chart to help with that too.

British vs North American Crochet Patterns
slip stitch (ss)	slip stitch (sl st)
double crochet (dc)	single crochet (sc)
half treble (htr)	half double crochet (hdc)
treble (tr)	double crochet (dc)
double treble (dtr)	treble (tr)
triple treble (trtr)	double treble (dtr)
miss	skip
tension	gauge
yarn over hook (yoh)	yarn over (yo)

Don't discount British pattern because the language can be difficult. If you take your time you can convert these easily.