In order to save space when writing patterns, designers employ abbreviations for the most commonly used terms. Those included below are ones you’ll find in my patterns. Plus, they’ll be useful when you try read other patterns. These abbreviations apply to US crochet terms. To find out more about the differences and similarities with UK terms, read this handy Craftsy blog post.
blo = back loop only
bp = back post
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
dec = decrease
flo = front loop only
FO = Finished Object
fp = front post
hdc = half double crochet
HOTH = Hot Off The Hook
inc = increase
pm = place marker
rep = repeat
rnd = round
sc = single crochet
sp = space
st = stitch
tog = together
tr = treble crochet
UFO = Unfinished Object
WIP = Work In Progress
yo = yarn over