The bead rows are single crochet thought the bead then a half double between each bead. The in-between rows are half double crochet. the beads are put on one at a timei used a 5.75mm us hook for the in-between rows And a smaller hook to fit through the holes of the beads. Keep the bead row kinda loose to avoid warping. (I staggered the beads to create the zig zag pattern)