This pattern is great for crocheters of all skill levels, using basic crochet stitches such as double crochet (dc), half double crochet (hdc) and single crochet (sc) with a few special stitches. The special stitches include front post half double crochet (fphdc), front post dc (fpdc) and the Picot (P). Beginning crocheters can quickly learn the special stitches!