For crochet projects in particular, and indeed for any crocheted item made in the round, it is very important to have a good technique and finish. One technique that arguably makes a very big difference is the invisible join in the round. This seamless join technique eliminates the line running down your crochet project. Whatever you are crocheting in the round, be it a hat, a blanket or any other, you will greatly improve your work by being able to use the crochet invisible seam stitch.

‘Invisible crochet join’ is a technique used at the end of a round and the start of another round to make the crochet work appear more seamless. Instead of using a slip stitch to join the last stitch to the first as is the case in most techniques, with the invisible join the last stitches join to the first double crochet.  This technique is perfect if you want a clean & even aesthetics.

The invisible join hides the unsightly seam line, which can spoil the beauty of your piece. This is most critical when making  garments or decor items are made and the finishing is crucial.

An invisible join is probably one of those techniques that may require a little practice before it is perfected, but it is quite an important skill to learn. The secret to the invisible seam stitch is the faux stitch created at the end of each round & the single crochet at the beginning. 

Hats, blankets, bags – no crochet project is free of this join. You’ll no longer have to wonder which is the front or back of your hat. While finishing a blanket, it eliminates all unsightly joins when working with granny squares. In bags, it makes the design look professional and seamless.

Let’s get stitching and remember how good it feels to have a seamless crochet join. 

The Invisible Join in the Round: Why It Is Done

Beauty: With this technique, no more slashing the beauty of your pattern because of visible seam lines.

Uniformity: This method guarantees that all your stitches will have the same height and tension, making the finished product look more professional.

Better Finishing: You won’t have to hide the joining side of your project to the back. With the invisible join, both side of your project is perfect

Video Tutorial for the Seamless Crochet Invisible join

Pictorials not working for you? Never get lost on a pattern again. Follow along to this step-by-step video tutorial. 

How To Use Invisible Join Crochet Step By Step

1. Sc, ch 1 into ring. Add desired dc for circle
2. Sk sc & ch-1, sl st into 1st dc
3. Pull working loop up about an inch
4. Insert hook, back to front into next st

5. Attach loop and pull through
6. The loop that was pull through counts as working yarn and faux st for end of row. Place stitch marker.
7.  Sc, ch 1, dc back into the same st, 2 dc each st around
8. Remove stitch marker

9. Note the faux st created 
10. Place your remaining 2 dc in last st

Continue this starting & ending method on each round. Weave in ends when completed.

Tips for a Perfect Invisible Join

It is understandable that the first few times practicing the invisible join technique will not produce satisfactory results, but over time and with practice, that would be so easy.

Use a stitch marker when first learning. 

On the first stitch of the round, be careful with your tension. If pulled too tight, it will be difficult to work into the faux stitch at the end of the round. 

Instances When the Invisible Join Would Be Useful In Crochet 

The most outstanding aspect of the invisible join is that it can be effectively used in diverse crochet projects. Such uses include the following:

Hats: This is particularly effective when finishing the brim and the top of your hat where you want to eliminate the seams.

Blankets: As a way of enhancing the ‘granny squares’ or other circular works to avoid obvious stitches in the center of the granny squared or any other motifs.

Bags: This style provides the most professional appearance for round-bottomed bags.

Amigurumi: A proper finish is obtained when closing the last rounds of crocheted toys.

Conclusion

Finishing work from the invisible join in the round crochet technique is monstrous and useful especially to the beginners in disguise. When you learn this procedure, it will help you to dispel such borders to enhance your final products. Crochet invisible seam stitch is going to be one of those ‘cannot-bear-to-do-without’ stitches. You simply improvise to make sure there is no visible sign of stitches where they should not be.