Crochet abbreviation
What does sm mean in crochet?
Move the stitch marker up to the corresponding stitch in the current round.
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| US patterns | UK patterns | |
|---|---|---|
| Abbreviation | sm | sm |
| Meaning | slip marker | slip marker |
sm is short for slip marker in US patterns; UK patterns write sm (slip marker).
Sources and scope
- Craft Yarn Council: Crochet Abbreviations Master List
Reference for US abbreviations and the main US/UK stitch-name differences. A designer's own abbreviation key takes precedence for special stitches.