Hi Ally,

I’ve just double checked the maths, and here’s how it works out:

3 dec uses 6 stitch spaces from round 23
8 sc uses 8 stitch spaces from round 23
6 dec uses 12 stitch spaces from round 23
8 sc uses 8 stitch spaces from round 23
3 dec uses 6 stitch spaces from round 23

6 + 8 + 12 + 8 + 6 = 40 stitch spaces from round 23 used

3 + 8 + 6 + 8 + 3 = 28 stitches created

If you’ve still got a stitch left at the end of the round, I think the most likely explanation is that when you’re making the 8 single crochets, you’re putting the first one into a stitch space you already used as part of the decrease that came before it. For example, stitch spaces 5, 6 and 7 from round 23 are occupied with a decrease (across spaces 5 and 6) then a single crochet (in space 7) in round 24. But I think you may have made the decrease in spaces 5 and 6, then added the single crochet in space 6 as well. It’s really easily done – especially if you’re using fluffy yarn and the invisible decrease method!

I hope that makes sense, let me know if it gets you back on track!

Sarah

Hi Brenda, Sarah used a 6mm crochet hook for her axolotl, and I recommend you use the size suggested on your yarn packet (or possibly a 1mm smaller depending on your tension). Hope that helps! Lucy Kate, x

I’m so glad you like it! And of course, you are absolutely right about that typo! I do apologise! I’m going to correct it right now 🙂

Sarah x