How to crochet in the back bump of the foundation chain

When you start a crochet project with a foundation chain, the bottom edge often looks less neat than the top, where you can see the clean little V‑shapes of the stitches. The good news is that you can make the bottom edge look just as tidy and it’s much easier than you might think. This technique is also known as working into the back ridge loop.

Normally, you crochet through the top loop on the front of the foundation chain. When you turn the chain over, you’ll see small bumps along the back. If you crochet into these bumps, the bottom edge of your work will look similar to the top. Any stitch works beautifully in these back bumps.

You’ll find the complete tutorial in the video below, showing exactly where to insert your hook.