Here is quick handy abbreviation list for us crochet lovers: Stitches and Abbreviations: Blo – Back Loop Only Bpdc – Back Post Double Crochet Ch – Chain Dc – Double Crochet Fpdc – Front Post Double Crochet Rpt – Repeat Sc – Single Crochet Sk – Skip Sl St – Slip Stitch Yo – Yarn Over Pattern Notes: Pattern is written in American English terms. Cowl is worked in rounds. Ch 1 at beginning of round does not count as stitch. Ch 3 at beginning of round counts as a dc. Weave in ends as needed