In this free step-by-step crochet stitch tutorial I show how to make the braid and mesh stitch. This stitch is a lacy crochet stitch. It is also a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides. 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, such as pillow covers and lightweight blankets.
This crochet stitch tutorial includes detailed photo instructions. The braid and mesh stitch is a one-row repeat. For this crochet stitch you should know how to make double crochet. It is very easy to make and suitable for beginners.
Materials and tools
Yarn: For this tutorial I use Hjertegarn DIAMOND mercerized cotton 100 % 8/4 50 g, color: 361 (grey). 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 braid and mesh stitch
Row 1
1. Start by chaining a multiple of eight plus four. You will start working in the eighth chain from your hook.
2. So, make two double crochets in the eighth chain from your hook.
3. Chain one and make two more double crochets in the same stitch.
4. Chain one, skip three stitches and make a double crochet in the next stitch.
5. Chain one, skip three stitches and make two double crochets in the next stitch.
6. Chain one and make two more double crochets in the same stitch.
7. Chain one, skip three stitches and make a double crochet in the next stitch.
8. Then repeat. Chain one, skip three stitches and make two double crochets in the next stitch.
9. Chain one and make two more double crochets in the same stitch.
10. Chain one, skip three stitches and make a double crochet in the next stitch.
11. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row. The row should end with a double crochet.
Row 2
12. Chain four and turn your work around.
13. Skip the first chain one space and make two double crochets in the next chain one space.
14. Chain one and make two more double crochets in the same chain one space.
15. Chain one, skip the next chain one space and make a double crochet in the next double crochet.
16. Then repeat. Chain one, skip the next chain one space and make two double crochets in the next chain one space.
17. Chain one and make two more double crochets in the same chain one space.
18. Chain one, skip the next chain one space and make a double crochet in the next double crochet.
19. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row. At the end of the row chain one as usual.
20. Then skip the next chain of the turning chain and make the last double crochet in the next chain. For the rest of the pattern repeat row 2.
Finished braid and mesh stitch
21. Done!
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