The EASIEST & BEST Crochet Stitch for Chenille Yarn ❤

The instructor introduces the tutorial with the aim of teaching the best stitch for making a chenille yarn blanket. They emphasize the simplicity of the stitch, which is a one-row repeat worked in between stitches, and does not require finding the tops of the stitches. The materials needed are outlined, including three colors of chenille yarn, a 6mm crochet hook, scissors, a darning needle, and stitch markers. The instructor also mentions that a full pattern and details are available on their website, and the video will demonstrate the stitch and how to prepare the finished work for a border.

The instructor demonstrates how to start the chenille blanket project by making a slip knot and chaining with the chenille yarn using a 6mm hook. They explain that the project's width can be adjusted by chaining to the desired width and provide a sample size by chaining 20. The video addresses the difficulty of seeing stitches in chenille yarn due to its softness and fluffiness, and introduces the half double crochet stitch as the only stitch needed for the pattern. The instructor also discusses the benefits of this stitch for chenille yarn and how to carry the yarn up the side to maintain the blanket's integrity and minimize shedding.

The instructor shows how to change colors every row without cutting the yarn, carrying it up the side to avoid loose ends and maintain the blanket's quality. They detail the process of starting a new row with two chains, turning the work, and finding the gaps between stitches to work the half double crochet stitches. The summary also covers the use of stitch markers for guidance and the importance of not being overly concerned with stitch perfection due to the yarn's nature.

The instructor explains the process of repeating the pattern by continuing to work half double crochet stitches in between the stitches from the previous row. They demonstrate how to end a row with a half double crochet in a specific gap and change colors while maintaining the carried yarn technique. The summary includes instructions for starting a new row, adjusting tension to avoid loose or tight stitches, and ensuring the blanket lies flat.

The instructor concludes the tutorial by showing how to finish the last row of the blanket, change colors, and weave in the loose ends. They emphasize the importance of leaving long tails for weaving in to account for chenille yarn's tendency to shed. The summary details the process of weaving in ends using a large-eye needle and hiding them within the corresponding color rows to maintain a neat appearance.

The instructor guides on how to prepare the blanket for adding a border by identifying the top of the first stitch and attaching yarn to start a row of single crochet stitches around the blanket's perimeter. They explain marking the first stitch, forming corners for the border, and working single crochets over the carried yarn to cover the loose strands. The summary includes tips on adjusting tension to ensure the blanket lays flat and preparing it for a future border.

The instructor wraps up the tutorial by showing how to add a border to the prepared chenille blanket. They demonstrate working single crochet stitches along the top and sides of the blanket, sandwiching in the loose yarn tails for a clean finish. The summary covers the process of working down the side with single crochet stitches per color change row, ensuring the blanket remains flat, and preparing it for a border, which can be any chosen stitch pattern, such as the camel stitch border mentioned.