How To Crochet An Easy Stitch - Ideal For Blankets! 🧶

If you’re looking for a gorgeous textured crochet stitch that is both easy to learn and quick to work up, you’re in the right place! In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through a simple two-row repeat pattern that creates a stunning effect. This stitch looks amazing in both variegated and solid-colored yarns, making it a versatile choice for any project.

Materials Needed

• Your choice of yarn
• A crochet hook suitable for your yarn weight
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)

Foundation Chain

Start by making a slip knot and chaining in multiples of two until you reach the desired width for your project.

Row 1: The Setup Row

For the first row, begin working into the second chain from the hook:

1. Work a single crochet (SC) into the second chain.
2. Continue making single crochets in each chain across the row.
3. Turn your work.

Row 2: Front Loop Single Crochet

1. Chain one (this does not count as a stitch) and turn your work.
2. Work one single crochet under both loops of the first stitch.
3. For the remaining stitches, work into the front loop only. This creates a ridge effect on the surface.
4. Continue single crocheting into the front loop only until you reach the last stitch.
5. Work the last stitch under both loops and turn your work.

Row 3: Double Crochet Two Together (DC2TOG)

1. Chain one and turn your work.
2. Single crochet into the first stitch under both loops.
3. Locate the unworked front loop from two rows below and work a double crochet two together (DC2TOG) as follows:
   • Yarn over and insert your hook into the exposed front loop two rows below.
   • Yarn over and pull up a loop (3 loops on hook).
   • Yarn over and pull through two loops (leaving 2 loops on hook).
   • Yarn over and insert the hook into the same front loop again.
   • Yarn over and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook).
   • Yarn over and pull through two loops.
   • Yarn over and pull through the remaining three loops.
4. Work a single crochet into the next stitch (working under both loops of the row below).
5. Repeat the DC2TOG in the next exposed loop, then single crochet into the next stitch.
6. Continue this pattern across the row.
7. End with a single crochet under both loops in the last stitch.

Repeat the Pattern

• Continue alternating Row 2 and Row 3 until your project reaches the desired length.
• This pattern creates a stacked, textured look with raised ridges and a beautiful structure.

Changing Colors

If you’d like to add a color change, do so at the end of a row before pulling through the final yarn over of the last stitch. Simply drop the old color and bring in the new yarn, pulling it through to complete the stitch.

Finishing Off

Once you’ve reached the desired length:

1. Chain one and cut the yarn, leaving a long tail.
2. Pull the yarn through and tighten.
3. Weave in the ends using a tapestry needle.

Final Thoughts

This stitch is perfect for scarves, blankets, or even textured garments. The front-loop technique and the DC2TOG combination create a beautifully structured pattern that stands out in any crochet project.

Give this pattern a try, and let us know how it works for you in the comments! Happy crocheting!