In this free step-by-step crochet tutorial I show how to make the block stitch. This stitch is a lacy, multicolor crochet stitch. The fabric turns out light and breathable. It works great for shawls and wraps, lightweight scarves, lacy crochet summer tops and tanks, and other summer crochet projects. This stitch can also be used in decorative crochet projects for the home.
This crochet stitch tutorial includes detailed photo instructions. The block stitch is a repeat of two rows. For this crochet stitch you should know how to make single crochet and double crochet. It is easy to make and suitable for crochet beginners.
This crochet stitch looks great when you use multiple colors, but keep in mind you will have some ends to weave in, since you cut the yarn after each row.
Materials and tools
Yarn: For this tutorial I use Hjertegarn Diamond mercerized cotton 8/4, 50 g = 165 m, colors: 201 (white), 4950 (linen). 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 block crochet stitch
Row 1
1. Start by chaining a multiple of three plus one. You will work in the fourth chain from your hook.
2. So, make a double crochet in the fourth chain from your hook.
3. Continue making double crochets in every stitch until the end of the row.
4. At the end of the row you have to change yarn color to white. So, chain one with the white yarn.
5. Then pull the end of the linen yarn to tighten and secure the white yarn. The white yarn is ready to use.
Row 2
6. Chain one and turn your work around. Chain one does not count as a stitch. You will make a single crochet in between the first two stitches.
7. So, insert your hook in between the first two double crochets and yarn over.
8. Pull the yarn through. Now you have two loops on your hook.
9. Yarn over.
10. Pull the yarn through both loops.
11. Chain two.
12. Skip three double crochets and make a single crochet in between the two double crochets.
13. Then repeat: chain two, skip three double crochets and make a single crochet in between the two double crochets.
14. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row. At the end of the row chain two as usually.
15. Then make a single crochet in the turning chain space.
16. Change yarn color to linen.
Row 3
17. Chain three and turn your work around. Chain three counts as a stitch.
18. Make a double crochet in the chain two space.
19. Make two more double crochets in the same chain two space.
20. Then make three double crochets in the next chain two space.
21. Continue making three double crochets in every chain two space until the end of the row.
22. At the end of the row make a double crochet in the last stitch. For the rest of the pattern repeat rows 2-3 changing yarn color every row.
Finished block stitch
23. Done!
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