Category Collection of Crochet Stitches

Stitches that Add Texture and Dimension

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Welcome to the enchanting world of crochet, where creativity knows no bounds and a simple thread of yarn can be transformed into something truly extraordinary. At Octojelly Crochet Studio, LLC, we are passionate about sharing the art of crochet with both beginners and seasoned crafters. Today, we invite you to explore a range of mesmerizing crochet stitch techniques that will elevate your projects to new heights.

Foundation Stitches

Before diving into the more intricate patterns, it’s essential to master the basic stitches. These foundational stitches form the backbone of most crochet projects and provide a stable base upon which you can build your creativity. Here are a few fundamental stitches every crocheter should know:

  • Chain Stitch (ch): This is the starting point for almost every project. A simple looped stitch that forms a foundation chain.
  • Single Crochet (sc): A dense, tight stitch perfect for creating sturdy fabric.
  • Double Crochet (dc): A taller stitch that works up quickly and creates a lighter, more open fabric.
  • Half Double Crochet (hdc): A versatile stitch that falls between single and double crochet in height.

Written patterns for these can be found here.

Intermediate Techniques

Once you’re comfortable with the basic stitches, it’s time to explore some intermediate techniques that add texture and complexity to your projects. These stitches can be used to create stunning patterns and intricate designs.

Shell Stitch

The Shell Stitch creates a beautiful, scalloped pattern that’s perfect for blankets, scarves, and decorative edges. To create this stitch, you work multiple double crochets into a single stitch, creating a fan-like effect. It’s an excellent way to add a touch of elegance to any project.

Bobble Stitch

The Bobble Stitch adds a playful, three-dimensional texture to your work. It’s created by working several stitches together into one and then closing them off into a single stitch. This technique is fantastic for adding visual interest and a tactile element to your crochet pieces.

Cluster Stitch

The Cluster Stitch involves grouping several stitches together to form a cluster, creating a dense, textured fabric. This stitch is particularly useful for creating blankets and garments that need a bit more warmth and structure.

Advanced Techniques

For those who have mastered the basics and intermediate stitches, advanced techniques offer a new realm of possibilities. These stitches can be more challenging but are incredibly rewarding and can be used to create show-stopping pieces.

Cable Stitch

Inspired by traditional knit patterns, the Cable Stitch creates a twisted, rope-like texture that adds depth and complexity to your projects. This stitch requires a bit of practice but is well worth the effort for the stunning results it produces.

Star Stitch

The Star Stitch is known for its intricate, star-like appearance. It’s achieved by working multiple stitches together and then splitting them apart in the following rows. This technique is perfect for creating eye-catching patterns on blankets, shawls, and accessories.

Crocodile Stitch

The Crocodile Stitch mimics the look of reptilian scales, adding a dramatic and textured effect to your work. This stitch is ideal for creating unique, statement pieces like shawls, bags, and even clothing.

All of the dice bags I make are made using the Crocodile Stitch.

Conclusion

Exploring different crochet stitch techniques is a wonderful way to expand your crochet skills and bring your creative visions to life. Whether you’re just starting or looking to elevate your existing projects, the possibilities are endless with the variety of stitches available. At Octojelly Crochet Studio, LLC, we encourage you to experiment with these techniques and discover the joy of turning yarn into beautiful, intricate designs. To get started, check out our detailed crochet patterns, essential crochet supplies, and handcrafted items that bring warmth and creativity to your life. Happy crocheting!

Rigid Chevron Stitch

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Multiple of 12 sts (add 3 for base chain)

Row 1: Skip 3 ch (counts as 1dc), 1dc into next ch, *1dc in:to each of next 3ch, [over next 2ch work dc2tog] twice, 1dc into each of the next 3 ch, [2dc into next dc] twice; rep from * ending last rep with 2dc once only into last ch, turn

Row 2: Ch3 (counts as 1dc), 1dc into 1st st, always inserting hook into back loop only of each st *1dc into each of next 3 sts, [over next 2 sts work dc2tog] twice, 1dc into each of next 3sts, [2dc into next st] twice; rep from * ending last rep with 2dc once only into top of tch (turn chain), turn

Rep Row 2 as needed

Simple Marguerite Stitch

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Multiples of 2 sts +1 (add 2 for base chain)

Special Abbreviation: M3C = Marguerite cluster with 3 spike loops

Row 1: M3C (Make a spike loop [i.e. yo and draw through] into 2nd, 3rd, and 5th chs from hook, yo and through all 4 loops), *ch1, make 1 M3C picking up 1 loop in ch that closed previous M3C, 2nd loop in same place as last spike of previous M3C, skip 1 ch, then last loop in next ch, yo and through all 4 loops; rep from * to end, turn.

Row 2: Ch3, make 1M3C picking up loops in 2nd and 3rd ch from hook and in ch that closed 2nd M3C on previous row, *ch1, work 1M3C picking up 1st loop in ch that closed previous M3C, 2nd loop in the same place as last spike of previous M3C and last loop in ch that closed next M3C on previous row; rep from * to end, picking up final loop in top of ch at beginning of previous row.

Rep row 2 until you reach your finished size.

Boxed Shell Stitch

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Multiples of 5 sts + 2 (add 2 for base chains)

Row 1 (RS): Skip 3 ch (count as 1dc). 1dc into next ch, *ch3, skip 3 ch, 1dc into each of next 2 ch; rep from * to end, turn.

Row 2: Ch3 (count as 1dc), skip 1st st, *5dc into 2nd ch of next ch-3 arch; rep from *, ending 1dc into top of tch, turn.

Row 3: Ch3 (count as 1dc), skip 1st st, 1dc into next dc, *ch3, skip 3 dc, 1dc into each of next 2 dc; rep from * to end, turn

Repeat rows 2-3 to reach desired length.

The Basics

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I owe all of you an apology. In the last, almost, 4 years of this blog I have never actually explained how to do the most basic of crochet stitches. These stitches, of which there are 6, are in just about every crochet pattern in the world. To avoid confusion, I will be explaining these in American Terms.

CHAIN STITCH: yarn over and draw the yarn through to form a loop without tightening up the previous one. Repeat to form as many chain as the pattern calls for. Do not count the slip knot at the beginning as a stitch.

*this descriptions are assuming they are being started at the beginning of a starting chain*

SLIP STITCH: insert the hook into the second chain from the hook, *yarn over and draw the yarn through both the work and the loop on the hook at the same time. Yarn over, insert hook into the next stitch, repeat from *

SINGLE CROCHET: insert hook into the second chain from the hook, *yarn over and pull the yarn through the work only. Yarn over again and draw the yarn through both loops on the hook. Yarn over, insert hook into the next stitch, repeat from *

HALF-DOUBLE CROCHET: yarn over and insert hook into the third chain from the hook. *Yarn over and draw through the work only. Yarn over again and draw through all three loops on the hook. Yarn over, insert hook into the next stitch, repeat from *

DOUBLE CROCHET: yarn over and insert hook into the forth chain from the hook. *Yarn over and draw through the work only. Yarn over and draw through the first two loops. Yarn over and draw through the last two loops on the the hook. Yarn over, insert hook into the next stitch, repeat from *

TREBLE CROCHET: Yarn over twice, insert hook into the fifth chain from the hook. Yarn over and draw through the work only. Yarn over again and draw through the first two loops. Yarn over again and draw through the next two loops. Yarn over again and draw through the last two loops on the hook. Yarn over, insert hook into the next stitch, repeat from *

Chinese Puzzle Stitch

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Chain Multiple is 7 + 4 to start

Abbreviations:

  • Ch = chain
  • RS = right side
  • dc = double crochet
  • dc5tog = double crochet 5 together
  • FPdc2tog = front post double crochet 2 together
  • FPdc5tog = front post double crochet 5 together
  • decrease = used to refer to any of the dc5tog, FPdc2tog, FPdc5tog sts

This example will start with a chain of 25. Using the above multiple, you can make this as wide or thin as you’d like.

Row 1 (RS): 2 dc in the 4th ch from the hook (Note: the skipped 3 chs count as 1 dc st), dc5tog, ch 1, * skip the next ch, 5 dc in the next ch , dc5tog, ch 1 *. Repeat from * to * to the last 2 chs; skip the next ch, 3 dc in the last ch

Row 2:  ch 3 (Note: the ch 3 counts as 1 dc st), turn; FPdc2tog, work 5 dc in the next ch,  * skip the next decrease, work FPdc5tog, ch 1, work 5 dc in the next ch *. Repeat from * to * across to the last 4 sts. Skip the next decrease, FPdc2tog then work 1 dc in the last dc of the row

Row 3: ch 3 (Note: the ch 3 counts as 1 dc st), turn; 2 dc in the next decrease, work FPdc5tog, ch 1, * work 5 dc in the next ch, skip the next decrease, work FPdc5tog, ch 1 *. Repeat from * to * across to the last 2 sts. Work 2 dc in the next decrease and 1 dc in the last dc

Repeat rows 2 and 3 until desired length.

Chinese Lantern Stitch

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This stitch is done in multiples of 8. Add 2 at the end of the starting chain

ROW 1: Dc into the 4th ch from the hook and in the next 4 chs; *ch 4, sk next 4 chs, dc in next 4 chs; rep from * to last 2 chs, dc in last 2 chs; ch3 (counts as first dc of next row), turn

ROW 2: Dc in next 5 dc; *ch 4, sk next ch-4 lp, dc in next 4 dc; rep from * to last 2sts, dc in last 2 sts; ch 3, turn.

ROW 3: Dc in next 5 dc; *ch 2, insert hook under both ch-4 lps and work one sc, ch 2; dc in next 4dc; rep from * to last 2 sts, dc in last 2 sts, ch 3, turn

ROW 4: Dc in next 5 dc; *ch 4, sk next 4 dc; rep from * to last 2 sts, dc in last 2 sts; ch 3, turn

ROW 5: Dc in next dc; *ch 4, sk next 4 dc; dc in each of next 4 chs; rep from * across to last 6 dc, ch , sk next 4 dc, dc in last 2 dc; ch 3, turn

ROW 6: Dc in next dc; *ch 4, dc in next 4 dc; rep from * to last 2 dc, ch 4, dc in last 2 dc, ch 3, turn

ROW 7: Dc in next dc; *ch 2, sc under both ch-4 lps as before, ch 2; dc in each of next 4 dc; rep from * across, ending last rep dc in last 2 dc; ch 3, turn

ROW 8: Rep row 6

ROW 9: Dc in next dc, dc in each of next 4 chs; *ch 4, sk 4dc, dc in each of next 4 chs; rep from * to last 2 sts, dc in last 2 sts; ch 3, turn.

Repeat rows 2 – 9 as desired.

If you need a how to video, I recommend this video by Amira Crafts.

Tunisian Crochet

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Tunisian crochet is that mix of kitting and crochet that people more of then that not think is knitting or have never heard of it at all.

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A tunisian hook is also referred to as an afghan hook. It is an elongated hook that has a hook on one end and a stopper on the other. This hook measures between 10 and 14 inches. It comes in various metric sizes, just had regular crochet hooks and knitting needles do.

Despite the name, there is no history of tunisian crochet ever having been in Tunisia. The name itself is believed to originate in France. The technique has no known origins, nor does it have an confirmed history, attractiveness or utility. It’s official name has even come under dispute as the first known instructions for the technique appeared in Europe in the mid-19th century under various other names, including, but not limited to, Afghan Crochet, Tricot Crochet, Scotch Knitting, Shepherd’s Knitting, the Princess Frederick William Stitch and The Princess Royal Crochet Stitch.

The true origins of Tunisian Crochet may never be known. The earliest confirmed sample of the technique is from the 20th century. There has been no confirmed samples that predate this.