Crocheting a Circle SIDEWAYS?! (Bosnian Slip Stitch Tutorial)

Ready to try a completely different way to crochet a circle? In this step-by-step tutorial, we explore the art of Bosnian slip stitch crochet, also known as sideways or transverse crochet. This unique method uses short-row shaping to build beautiful, geometrically structured wedges that naturally curve into a flat circle. If you are tired of standard circular crochet patterns, this short-row wedge technique is a game-changer. It creates a dense, modern, and highly textured fabric that lies completely flat. Materials used in this video: Yarn: Five-millimeter cotton cord (approximately one hundred and thirty grams). Hook: Seven-millimeter crochet hook (remember, for this technique, your hook should be slightly larger than the yarn weight). Other tools: Tapestry needle and a piece of thin contrast yarn as a helper thread. This technique is excellent for creating sturdy, modern home decor items like hot pads, table trivets, pot coasters, or placemats. To get a complete circle, we will repeat the short-row wedge eight times. Abbreviations: ch — chain stitch ch 1 — chain 1 (turning chain) sl st — slip stitch BLO — back loop only bb — back bump of the foundation chain tb — turning bar (the bar formed at the turning point of each step) Become a channel member to get access to exclusive perks. Learn more:    / @crochetknittingpatternlab   0:00 Introduction to Sideways Crocheting 1:45 Tools and Yarn Recommendations 3:20 Understanding the Bosnian Slip Stitch (Pjas Stitch) 5:10 Starting Row 1: The Foundation 7:45 Row 2: Establishing the Knit-Look Texture 10:30 The Short Row Technique: Shaping the Circle 13:15 Repeating the Wedge Pattern 16:40 Troubleshooting Common Slip Stitch Mistakes 19:25 How to Measure for Your Desired Circle Size 21:10 Closing the Circle: The Final Join 23:45 Finishing Touches and Project Ideas Official English version of ⁨‪@NadezhdaLab‬ Original Russian channel:    / @nadezhdalab