In this free step-by-step crochet stitch tutorial I show how to make the striped mesh stitch. This stitch is a lacy crochet stitch. The fabric turns out very light and breathable. It works great for shawls and wraps, lightweight scarves, lacy crochet summer tops and tanks, and other summer crochet projects.
This crochet stitch tutorial includes detailed photo instructions. The striped mesh stitch is a repeat of two rows. For this crochet stitch you should know how to make single crochet and double crochet. It is very easy to make and suitable for crochet beginners.
Materials and tools
Yarn: For this tutorial I use Soft FRAYA Cotton 8/4 100% Organic cotton 50g – 180 m yarn, color: blue agave. However, you can use your favorite yarn depending on the crochet project.
Hook: I use a 2.0 mm hook. If you are using a different yarn, choose the hook size that is recommended on your yarn label.
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Photo instructions for the striped mesh stitch
Row 1
1. Start by chaining a multiple of four plus two. You will start working in the tenth chain from your hook.
2. So, make a double crochet in the tenth chain from your hook.
3. Chain three.
4. Skip three stitches and make a double crochet in the next stitch.
5. Then repeat. Chain three, skip three stitches and make a double crochet in the next stitch.
6. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row. The row should end with a double crochet.
Row 2
7. Chain one and turn your work around. Chain one does not count as a stitch.
8. Make a single crochet in the first stitch.
9. Chain three.
10. Make a single crochet in the next double crochet.
11. Then repeat. Chain three and make a single crochet in the next double crochet.
12. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row.
13. At the end of the row chain three.
14. Then skip the next three chains of the turning chain and make a single crochet in the next chain.
Row 3
15. Chain six and turn your work around.
16. Make a double crochet in the next single crochet.
17. Chain three.
18. Make a double crochet in the next single crochet.
19. Then repeat. Chain three and make a double crochet in the next single crochet.
20. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row. The row should end with a double crochet made in the last single crochet. For the rest of the pattern repeat rows 2-3.
Finished striped mesh stitch
21. Done!
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