:: Vertical stitch to join open pieces ::

About this technique

This tutorial shows how to make the vertical stitch to join crochet pieces… a simple and neat way to connect open sections such as arms, ears, or other parts before closing your amigurumi.

It’s one of my favourite joining methods because it keeps the shape even and the seam almost invisible. You’ll see step by step how I do it, with photos to make it easy to follow. 💚

This type of stitch to join open pieces will make the joint less visible. In these pictures I’ll use a contrasting yarn colour so it’s visually easier, but you should use the long tail of yarn that was left when fastening off one of the pieces.

Every time you make a stitch, I recommend drawing all the yarn through and pulling slightly to make it tight, NOT TOO MUCH! Just enough to close the opening. If you pull too hard, the joint will fold over itself and become more visible.

If you’re not using this method as part of one of my patterns, I recommend that the number of stitches on the last round of both pieces you’re joining be the same. That way, the seam will stay aligned and clean.

1. With the help of the tapestry needle insert the long tail of yarn vertically between the stitches of the other open piece (head), from behind the stitch as shown in photo 1. Draw the yarn through.
2. Now insert the needle between the stitches of the other piece (body), we are always going to insert the needle through the same stitch we went through before in that piece (photo 2). Draw the yarn through.

• Repeat until finished joining the pieces. Remember to pull the thread every time you finish a stitch.