Best yarn for crochet summer shawls and scarves

The secret to a beautiful crochet shawl is choosing yarn with excellent drape and softness. Lightweight fibers help lacy stitches open up and create that airy, elegant look summer accessories are known for.

Tips for crocheting summer shawls and scarves

Before choosing your stitch, here are a few helpful tips to make your project even better:

• Use a larger hook. Sizing up your hook helps open lace patterns beautifully, improve drape, and prevent stiff fabric.
• Block your finished project. Blocking is essential for lace crochet as it helps open the stitches, define the lace pattern, and improve the overall shape.
• Pick the right stitch for your style. Simple one row repeats are great for relaxing crochet and minimalistic shawls and scarves, open lace has an elegant drape, while textured lace works great for cozy wraps with dimension.
• Consider gradient or ombre yarn. Lacy stitches look stunning with gradient cakes, hand-dyed yarn, and soft color transitions.

How to choose the right lacy crochet stitch

In the list below, you will find easy one row repeat lacy crochet stitches and more elaborate lacy crochet stitches. One row repeats are perfect for relaxing crochet sessions, beginner lace projects, and mindless crocheting while watching TV. They are also ideal for large shawls and wraps because the pattern is easy to memorize. A little more intricate stitches are great for adventurous beginners and intermediate crocheters. They work well for heirloom projects, statement shawls, wedding wraps, and elegant scarves.

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Lacy crochet stitches for summer shawls and scarves

2. Striped eyelet stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a treble crochet. The striped eyelet stitch is a repeat of six rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

3. Zigzag eyelet stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The zigzag eyelet stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

4. Lacy V and double V stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The lacy V and double V stitch is a repeat of two rows. It is easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

5. Lacy checkered block stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The lacy checkered block stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

6. Lacy spider column stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The lacy spider column stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

7. Eyelet and mixed block stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The eyelet and mixed block stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

8. Lacy square and eyelet stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The lacy square and eyelet stitch is a repeat of two rows. This stitch is easy to make and it is suitable for beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

9. Braid and mesh stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The braid and mesh stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides. It is very to make and it is suitable for beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

10. Lacy stacked V stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The lacy stacked V stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

11. Striped half double crochet mesh stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a half double crochet. The striped half double crochet mesh stitch is a repeat of two rows. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

12. Eye stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet two together stitch (dc2tog). The eye stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

13. Eyelet stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The eyelet stitch is a repeat of four rows. It is easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

14. Large uneven clam stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The large uneven clam stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

15. Shell eyelet stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The shell eyelet stitch is a repeat of two rows. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

16. Verbena stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet two together stitch. The verbena stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

17. Double trellis stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double treble crochet stitch. The double trellis stitch is a repeat of four rows. 

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

18. Lacy interlocked circles stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet two together stitch and a treble crochet. The lacy interlocked circles stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

19. Checkered net stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The checkered net stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

20. Lacy stacked bows stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The lacy stacked bows stitch is a repeat of two rows. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

21. Offset V stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The offset V stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides. This is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

22. Stacked puff grid stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial below shows how to make a puff stitch. The stacked puff grid stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

23. Large uneven fan stitch

For this stitch you will use a treble crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a treble crochet stitch. The large uneven fan stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

24. Lacy checkered diamond stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The lacy checkered diamond stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

25. Lacy boat stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet two together and a double crochet three together stitch. The lacy boat stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

26. Double mesh stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The double mesh stitch is a repeat of two rows. It is a very easy crochet stitch suitable for beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

27. Lacy aligned picot stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a slip stitch and a picot stitch. The lacy aligned picot stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

28. Braids and columns stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The braids and columns stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

29. Lacy cupcake stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a treble crochet and a slip stitch. The lacy cupcake stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

31. Drunken granny stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The drunken granny stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

32. Mini lacy spider stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The mini lacy spider stitch is a repeat of four rows. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

33. Striped treble crochet mesh stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a treble crochet. The striped treble crochet mesh stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

34. Harvest chevron stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a puff stitch. The harvest chevron stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

35. Large lacy zigzag stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The large lacy zigzag stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

36. Large tilted squares stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a treble crochet and a treble crochet three together. The large tilted squares stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

37. Aligned crown stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The aligned crown stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

38. Belgian mesh stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The Belgian mesh stitch is a repeat of two rows. This stitch is easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

39. Lacy stacked leaf stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet four together stitch. The lacy stacked leaf stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

40. Honeysuckle stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a treble crochet. The honeysuckle stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

41. Aligned lotus stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a puff stitch. The aligned lotus stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

42. Simple cupcake stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The simple cupcake stitch is a repeat of four rows. It is a beautiful multicolor crochet stitch that is easy to make.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

43. Little arches stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The little arches stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

44. Aligned four leaf clover stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet two together and a double crochet three together stitch. The aligned four leaf clover stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

45. Wild net stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a slip stitch and a picot stitch. The wild net stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

46. Crossed fan stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The crossed fan stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

You can save these 50+ lacy crochet stitches for summer shawls and scarves to your Pinterest crochet board here.

All stitches are divided into two simple categories:

• Easy one-row repeat stitches (great for mindless crocheting and reversible blankets)
• Easy two-row repeat stitches (still simple, but with extra texture and interest)

Each stitch includes a link to a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial, so you can learn every pattern with confidence.

Crochet blankets don’t have to be complicated to be beautiful. With these 40+ easy crochet stitches, you can create:

• Baby blankets
• Sofa throws
• Bedspreads
• Gift blankets
• Temperature blankets

Best yarn for crochet blankets

Choosing the right yarn makes a huge difference in how your blanket looks, feels, and holds up over time. Here are the best yarn types for crochet blankets:

1. Acrylic yarn (best for beginners). It is affordable and widely available, easy to wash and care for, great for large projects, and holds stitch definition well. This yarn is perfect for baby blankets, charity blankets, and everyday throws.

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Easy one-row repeats for crochet blankets (reversible crochet stitches)

2. Trinity stitch in rows

In this tutorial I show how to make this beautiful trinity stitch in rows and in rounds. When you work in rows, this stitch is reversible and looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

3. Extended sedge stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet, a half double crochet and a double crochet. The fabric has a beautiful texture and it is soft!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

4. Wide half double crochet

For this stitch you should know how to make a half double crochet. It is a very easy stitch to make and it is suitable for beginners. It has a simple look and the texture turns out nice and dense.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

5. Houndstooth stitch

This stitch is very simple and it is suitable for beginners. It consists of single and double crochets and it is a repeat of one row. For this stitch you will need at least two colors, but you can use multiple colors too.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

6. Paris stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single and a double crochet. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

7. Single crochet mesh stitch

The single crochet mesh stitch is very simple and it is suitable for beginners. It only requires knowing how to make a chain and a single crochet. The fabric turns out light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

8. Wattle stitch

This stitch is really simple and beginner friendly because you only need to know how to chain and make single and double crochets.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

9. Suzette stitch

The Suzette crochet stitch requires knowing how to make a chain, a single crochet and a double crochet. It is a beginner-friendly crochet stitch.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

10. V stitch

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make the V stitch. It is quite simple and consists of two double crochets worked in the same stitch with one chain in between. The V stitch works great with multiple colors.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

11. Harvest stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet, a double crochet and how to make a puff stitch (photo instructions included). The harvest crochet stitch is quite easy to make.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

12. Pike stitch

The pike crochet stitch consists of chains and extended single crochets. It is suitable for beginners. The fabric has an interesting texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

13. Moss stitch

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make the moss stitch. This stitch is sometimes also called linen or granite stitch. It is quite simple to make: you only need to know how to make a chain and a single crochet, so it is beginner friendly.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

14. Granny spike stitch

In this step-by-step crochet tutorial I show how to make the granny spike crochet stitch. This stitch is not complicated to make as it is a repeat of one row. For this stitch it is a good idea to use two or more colors. You can change yarn color every two rows, like in this tutorial, or every three or four rows, whatever works best for your design.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

15. Mini tulip stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. It is a very simple stitch suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

16. Half double crochet V stitch

The half double crochet V stitch consists of a half double crochet, a chain and the second half double crochet made in the same stitch. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

17. Bean stitch

In this step-by-step tutorial I show how to make the bean crochet stitch. It looks very cute and it is easy to make. The fabric turns out quite thick and this stitch uses quite some yarn.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

18. Extended single crochet

In this tutorial I show how to make the extended single crochet. It is a very easy stitch suitable for beginners. It has a beautiful texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

19. Cluster V stitch

This stitch consists of chains and double crochets two together (dc2tog). The fabric turns out quite light and it goes fast to make this stitch. In this tutorial I used two colors, however, you can also make it with more colors or just with one color. All options look great!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

20. Sedge stitch

The sedge crochet stitch consists of single, half double and double crochets. It is suitable for beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

21. Tulip stitch

In this step-by-step crochet tutorial I show how to make the tulip stitch. It is quite easy to make. The tulip crochet stitch consists of chains and single and double crochets.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

22. Lemon peel stitch

The lemon peel stitch is very easy to make and it is great for beginners because it consists of a single crochet and a double crochet.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

23. Spider stitch

The spider crochet stitch is beginner-friendly and only requires knowing how to make a chain and a single crochet.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

24. Mixed diagonal shell stitch

The mixed diagonal shell stitch consists of single crochet and double. This stitch has a beautiful texture and the fabric turns out quite light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

25. Offset V stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The offset V stitch is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners. The fabric turns out light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

26. Peephole chevron stitch

For the peephole chevron stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. This stitch is very easy to make and it is suitable for beginners. The fabric turns out light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

27. Double crochet mesh stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. This stitch is extremely simple and it is suitable for beginners. The fabric turns out very light and it works up quite fast.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

28. Iris stitch

The iris stitch is a beautiful and easy beginner friendly stitch. The fabric turns out airy and ligth and it works up fast.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

29. Rice stitch

The rice crochet stitch consists of front post double crochets and back post double crochets. This crochet stitch has a beautiful texture and the fabric turns out quite thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Easy two-row repeats for crochet blankets

31. Mixed cluster stitch

The mixed cluster stitch is quite easy to make. The fabric turns out dense and it has a subtle texture. Each side of this stitch looks a bit different, but both of them are beautiful.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

32. Little combs stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a half double crochet. The little combs stitch is suitable for beginners. The fabric turns out dense but not very thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

33. Even diagonal shell stitch

For the even diagonal shell stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. This is quite simple and it is suitable for beginners. The fabric turns out light and elegant.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

34. Cluster stitch

For the cluster stitch you need to know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet three together (dc3tog). The fabric turns out dense but light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

35. Primrose stitch

The primrose stitch requires to know how to make a chain, a single crochet, a half double crochet and a double crochet. It is an easy crochet stitch. The fabric turns out light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

36. Small shell and V stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The photo tutorial shows how to make the V stitch. This stitch works great with more than one color yarn. In this example I use two colors and I change yarn color every row.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

37. Floret stitch

For this stitch you need to know how to make a chain, a slip stitch and a double crochet. This crochet stitch is easy to make and it is beginner friendly. The fabric turns out dense and it has a nice texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

38. Blossom stitch

For the blossom crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. This stitch is easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners. The fabric turns out very light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

39. Granny stripe stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for beginners. The granny stripe stitch works great with multiple colors.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

40. Parquet stitch

For the parquet stitch you should know how to make a single and a double crochet. It is a very easy stitch to make and it is suitable for beginners. The fabric of the parquet crochet stitch is quite light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

41. Striped V stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners. The fabric turns out light and airy.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

42. Sieve stitch

The sieve crochet stitch consists of single crochets and chains, so it is a great stitch for beginners. The fabric turns out light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

43. Prairie stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a half double crochet. This stitch is very simple to make and it is suitable for beginners. The fabric turns out dense but not very thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

44. Block stitch

For the block stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for beginners. This crochet stitch works great with two or more colors.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

45. Silt stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single and a double crochet. It is a very easy stitch to make and it is suitable for beginners. The fabric turns out not very thick, but it is quite dense.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

46. Crunch stitch

The crunch stitch is beginner friendly and only requires knowing how to make a chain, a slip stitch and a half double crochet. To make this stitch, you just need to alternate slip stitches and half double crochets. It cannot be more simple! It turns out dense and quite thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

You can save these 40+ easy crochet stitches for blankets to your Pinterest crochet board here.

Lacy crochet stitches with puff, bobble and popcorn stitches

2. Popcorn and lacy shell stitch

This lacy crochet stitch creates a light fabric with a beautiful, textured finish. It combines stacked popcorn stitches and small shells. This stitch is perfect for shawls, scarves, and decorative projects. It is an easy two rows repeat.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

3. Blueberry stitch

The blueberry stitch combines single crochets, double crochets and puff stitches. It is a repeat of four rows. The detailed photo guide walks you through every step to create this light, textured stitch.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

4. Stacked puff grid stitch

This stitch is a unique grid design accented with puff stitches. It is a repeat of two rows and works up very fast. It is perfect for lightweight summer projects.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

5. Harvest chevron stitch

The harvest chevron stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and looks the same on both sides. The fabric turns out light and lacy and it is perfect for lightweight projects.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

6. Block and puff V stitch

This stitch combines block and puff V stitches and creates a light elegant fabric. It is perfect for lightweight shawls, scarves, and decorative crochet projects. The block and puff V stitch is an easy repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

7. Aligned lotus stitch

This airy stitch features puff stitches that create aligned lotus stitches separated with double crochet columns. It is a delicate design for lightweight crochet projects. The aligned lotus stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

8. Shell and puff V stitch

This open crochet stitch alternates shells and puff V stitches and creates an elegant light fabric. It is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

9. Squid stitch

This unique crochet design uses puff stitches. The fabric turns out light and lacy. It is a must-try for openwork crochet lovers!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

10. Grid and puff stitch

The grid of puff stitches gives this pattern a structured, modern appearance. This stitch is an easy repeat of two rows and it works great for light summer projects.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

11. Horizontal drops stitch

This a unique crochet stitch with horizontal puff stitches. It creates an interesting modern design perfect for shawls, light scarves, summer projects and accessories.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

12. Lacy aligned lotus stitch

This elegant lacy crochet stitch creates a beautiful open texture, perfect for lightweight shawls, scarves, and decorative crochet projects. It is a combination of puff stitches and a lacy grid pattern.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

13. Mixed puff and double V stitch

This lacy crochet stitch features a two-row repeat of puff and double V stitches and creates a light, decorative fabric.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Solid crochet stitches with puff, bobble and popcorn stitches

15. Chestnut stitch

The chestnut stitch features large bobble stitches and creates a dense textured fabric. This stitch is great for bold crochet designs and statement pieces.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

16. Bobble stitch

This classic stitch creates a solid fabric with raised texture, perfect for adding dimension to blankets, scarves, and home decor projects. The bobble stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

18. Harvest stitch

This solid, reversible stitch uses an easy one-row repeat, making it perfect for beginners and anyone who loves simple, rhythmic stitches. Add this beautiful texture to your crochet stitch library and enjoy a versatile stitch that works for blankets, scarves, and more.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

19. Popcorn stitch

This solid and textured crochet stitch creates a thick, cozy fabric perfect for blankets, scarves, and cushions. Add this classic, dimensional stitch to your crochet stitch library and bring rich texture to any project

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

20. Aligned puff stitch

The aligned puff stitch is an easy repeat of two rows. This stitch creates a dense soft fabric with a beautiful texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

21. Even berry stitch

This classic solid and textured crochet stitch creates a thick fabric. It is perfect for cozy blankets, scarves, and bags. 

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

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Reversible two-color crochet stitches

Broken stripes stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. It is a beautiful multicolor crochet stitch suitable for crochet beginners. You can use two or as many colors as you wish, just change the yarn color after every row. The fabric turns out light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Granny spike stitch

In this step-by-step crochet tutorial I show how to make the granny spike crochet stitch. This stitch is not complicated to make as it is a repeat of one row. For this stitch it is a good idea to use two or more colors. You can change yarn color every two rows, like in this tutorial, or every three or four rows, whatever works best for your design.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Houndstooth stitch

This stitch is very simple and it is suitable for beginners. It consists of single and double crochets and it is a repeat of one row. For this stitch you will need at least two colors, but you can use multiple colors too.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

V stitch (v-st)

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make the V stitch (v-st). It is quite simple and consists of two double crochets (dc) worked in the same stitch with one chain (ch) in between. The V stitch works great with multiple colors.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Moss stitch

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make the moss stitch. This stitch is sometimes also called linen or granite stitch. It is quite simple to make: you only need to know how to make a chain and a single crochet, so it is beginner friendly.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Tipped scales stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The photo instructions show how to make a front post double crochet, a front post treble crochet and a front post double treble crochet that are needed to create a scale. The tipped scales crochet stitch is a repeat of one row and its texture looks the same on both sides. This stitch works great with two colors as each side is dominated by one color. The fabric turns out quite thick but it stretches too.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Cluster V stitch

This stitch consists of chains and double crochets two together (dc2tog). The fabric turns out quite light and it goes fast to make this stitch. In this tutorial I used two colors, however, you can also make it with more colors or just with one color. All options look great!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Reversible textured crochet stitches

Feather stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a half double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make the feather stitch. The fabric turns out quite thick and has a very nice texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Royal ridge stitch

The royal ridge crochet stitch is a very simple stitch, which is just a half double crochet worked in the third loop only in the front. If you are not familiar with the usual half double crochet, here you can take a look at a detailed tutorial. For this stitch the fabric turns out dense, but not very thick. It has such a beautiful texture!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Double crochet back loop only (dc-blo)

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make a double crochet back loop only (dc-blo). It is a simple but functional crochet stitch that gives a gentle ribbing effect.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Half double crochet slip stitch back loop only (hdc-slst-blo)

This crochet tutorial shows how to make a half double crochet slip stitch back loop only (hdc-slst-blo). The fabric has a nice stretchy texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Single crochet back loop only (sc-blo)

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make a single crochet back loop only (sc-blo). This stitch has a very beautiful stretchy texture. The fabric turns out quite thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Half double crochet back loop only (hdc-blo)

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make a half double crochet back loop only (hdc-blo). It is an excellent stitch for ribbing!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Reversible solid crochet stitches

Extended sedge stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet, a half double crochet and a double crochet. The fabric has a beautiful texture and it is soft!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Wide half double crochet

For this stitch you should know how to make a half double crochet. It is a very easy stitch to make and it is suitable for beginners. It has a simple look and the texture turns out nice and dense.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Sprig stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The fabric turns out quite thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Uneven large cluster stitch

The uneven large cluster stitch is a repeat of one row. It is easy to make when you master a cluster of five double crochets.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Mini tulip stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. It is a very simple stitch suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Linked treble crochet

The linked treble crochet stitch is a repeat of one row. The fabric turns out dense and it has a nice texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Paired half double crochet

The paired half double crochet stitch is a repeat of one row. It is easy to make and gives a nice texture. The fabric turns out quite thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Alternating back and front loop only single crochet

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to work in the back and in the front loop only. This stitch is very easy to make and it is suitable for beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Half treble crochet

The half treble crochet stitch is a repeat of one row and it is easy to make. The fabric turns out dense.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Simple daisy stitch

The simple daisy stitch is not a very complicated stitch to make. The tutorial shows how to make it working in rounds and in rows. When you work in rows, it is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Harvest stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet, a double crochet and how to make a puff stitch (photo instructions included). The harvest crochet stitch is a repeat of one row and it is quite easy to make.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Single crochet mesh stitch

The single crochet mesh stitch is very simple and it is suitable for beginners because it only requires knowing how to make a chain and a single crochet.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Wattle stitch

This stitch is really simple and beginner friendly because you only need to know how to chain and make single and double crochets.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Suzette stitch

The Suzette crochet stitch requires knowing how to make a chain, a single crochet and a double crochet. It is a beginner-friendly crochet stitch.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Bean stitch

In this step-by-step tutorial I show how to make the bean crochet stitch. It looks very cute and it is easy to make. The fabric turns out quite thick and this stitch uses quite some yarn.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Extended single crochet

In this tutorial I show how to make the extended single crochet. It is a very easy stitch suitable for beginners. It has a beautiful texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Sedge stitch

The sedge crochet stitch consists of single, half double and double crochets and it is a repeat of one row. It is suitable for beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Tulip stitch

In this step-by-step crochet tutorial I show how to make the tulip stitch. It is quite easy to make. The tulip crochet stitch consists of chains and single and double crochets and it is a repeat of one row.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Lemon peel stitch

The lemon peel stitch is very easy to make and it is great for beginners because it consists of a single crochet and a double crochet. The pattern is a repeat of one row.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Spider stitch

The spider crochet stitch is beginner-friendly and only requires knowing how to make a chain and a single crochet. To make this stitch, you just need to repeat one row.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Cross stitch single crochet

The cross stitch single crochet stitch is a repeat of one round or row. The fabric turns out dense and it has a nice texture. It looks different when working in rows and in rounds. When you work in rows, it is a reversible crochet stitch and looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Extended half double crochet

In this step-by-step crochet tutorial I show how to make the extended half double crochet. It is a nice variation of this simple stitch and it works up pretty easy. If you are not familiar with the usual half double crochet, here you can take a look at a detailed tutorial. For this stitch the fabric turns out dense, but not very thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Treble crochet (trc)

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make a treble crochet (trc). Sometimes this stitch is also called a triple crochet. It is similar to a double crochet (dc), you just need to yarn over one more time.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Half double crochet slip stitch (hdc-slst)

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make a half double crochet slip stitch (hdc-slst). The fabric turns out dense.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Half double crochet (hdc)

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make a half double crochet (hdc) step-by-step. It is one of the basic crochet stitches.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Double crochet (dc)

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make a double crochet (dc). It is also one of the main stitches in crocheting.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Linked half double crochet

This stitch is very easy to make and it is a repeat of one row. The fabric turns out quite thick and it uses quite some yarn too. However, the texture is great!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Single crochet (sc)

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make a single crochet (sc). It is one of the basic crochet stitches. When you are learning to crochet, this is the one to start with.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Reversible lacy crochet stitches

Lacy checkered diamond stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Wild net stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial below shows how to make a slip stitch and a picot stitch. The fabric is lacy and very light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Little arches stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The little arches stitch is a repeat of one row. IIt is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners. The fabric turns out light and lacy.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Braids and columns stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The fabric has an interesting texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Harvest chevron stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a puff stitch. This stitch is a nice variation of a chevron stitch.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Double crochet net stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. This stitch is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners. The fabric turns out very light and lacy.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Ladder stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a half double crochet. The fabric turns out light and airy.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Messy cluster stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet three together stitch. This crochet stitch has a unique look.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Peephole chevron stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. This stitch is very easy to make and it is suitable for beginners. The fabric turns out light.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Lacy zigzag fan stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. It is quite easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Braided shell stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. This stitch is very easy to make and it is suitable for beginners. The fabric turns out light and lacy, and it looks elegant.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Zigzag fan stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. It is a fun stitch to make!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Winkle picot stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The winkle picot stitch is a repeat of one row. It is very easy to make and it is suitable for crochet beginners.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Double crochet mesh stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. This stitch is extremely simple and it is suitable for beginners. The fabric turns out very light and it has a simple texture which looks very nice.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

Twin V stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. It is a very easy stitch to make and it is suitable for beginners. The tutorial shows how to make it working in rows and in rounds. When you work in rows, this stitch is reversible and looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

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1. Aligned bobble stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a bobble stitch. The aligned bobble stitch is a repeat of four rows. The fabric is dense, and it has a gorgeous texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

2. Lattice stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a front post treble crochet. The lattice stitch is a repeat of eight rows. The fabric has a gorgeous texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

3. Alpine stitch

The alpine stitch is quite simple to make and it gives your work a nice texture. This stitch consists of double crochets (dc), single crochets (sc) and front post double crochets (fpdc). It is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

4. Large basket weave stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a front post double crochet and a back post double crochet. The large basket weave stitch is a repeat of four rows. The fabric has a very beautiful texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

5. Trinity stitch

This stitch is easy to make and it is suitable for beginners: you just need to repeat the same row or round. For this tutorial you should know how to make a single crochet (sc). The instructions have two parts: the first part shows how to work in rows, and the second parts shows how to work in rounds.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

6. Chinese puzzle stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet five together, a front post double crochet two together and a front post double crochet five together stitch. The Chinese puzzle stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric has a beautiful texture. This stitch looks very similar on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

7. Crossed ripple stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet, a double crochet and a front post double crochet. The crossed ripple stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric has a lovely texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

8. Interlocking double V stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet working two rows below. The interlocking double V crochet stitch is a repeat of two rows. To get the same color effect as in this example, you will need two colors. The color pattern for the interlocking double V stitch gives a ripple effect and it looks very interesting. This stitch is reversible and looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

9. Modified caramel stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a spike cluster stitch. The modified caramel stitch is a repeat of six rows. This stitch works great with multiple colors.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

10. Modified alternating spike stitch

To make this stitch, you need to be familiar with a chain, single crochet, single crochet back loop only and single crochet spike stitch. The single crochet spike stitch is made in same way as the usual single crochet, but you have to insert your hook under the next stitch of the previous row or round. Photo instructions show how to make this beautiful stitch step-by-step.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

11. Star stitch

To make this stitch, you need to know how to make a half double crochet (hdc). The star stitch is a repeat of two rows. It is a very nice crochet stitch that has a beautiful texture. This stitch looks great in one color, but you can also make it in two colors: change yarn color every two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

12. Vertical fishbone stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet-front post double crochet together stitch and a front post double crochet-double crochet together. The vertical fishbone crochet stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

13. Aligned cobble stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a treble crochet. This stitch is very easy to make and it is suitable for beginners. The aligned cobble stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

14. Waffle stitch

For this crochet stitch you need to know how to make a double crochet. Photo instructions show how to make a front post double crochet. The waffle stitch is a repeat of two rows and it is a quite popular crochet stitch that has a very nice texture. It is great for blankets and scarfs, but there plenty of other projects where you could use this stitch.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

15. Spiked stacked triangles stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a spike stitch (or a single crochet spike stitch). The spiked stacked triangles stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

16. Bobble stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single and a double crochet. The bobble crochet stitch is a repeat of four rows and it looks different on each side. This stitch has a very nice texture. However, it will use quite some yarn.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

17. Feather stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a half double crochet. The feather stitch is a repeat of one row. It is reversible and it looks the same on both sides. The fabric turns out thick and has a very nice texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

18. Ocean waves stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. It is quite simple and it is a repeat of one row. The ocean waves crochet stitch has a very nice texture, it is reversible and it looks the same on both sides. The fabric turns out dense but not very thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

19. Spiked diagonal puff stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single and a double crochet. All other steps are shown in great detail in the photo instructions. The spiked diagonal puff crochet stitch is a repeat of two rows and it looks a bit different on each side.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

20. Bar stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a front post double crochet. The bar stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out dense and textured.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

21. Camel stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a half double crochet. Photo instructions show how to work in the third loop only in the front and in the back. This stitch is quite easy to make. It is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out quite thick and it has an interesting texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

22. Honeycomb stitch

The honeycomb crochet stitch looks different on each side and both sides are beautiful. The stitch requires a bit more yarn comparing to other stitches and the fabric turns out thick. The honeycomb crochet stitch might require a bit more effort to make, but the final result is definitely worth it!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

23. Forked cluster stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. It is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out quite dense.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

24. Popcorn stitch

The popcorn crochet stitch consists of single and double crochets and it is a repeat of two rows. This crochet stitch has a lovely texture and it is thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

25. Rice stitch

The rice crochet stitch consists of front post double crochets and back post double crochets. It is a repeat of one row. This stitch is reversible and it looks the same on both sides. The rice crochet stitch has a beautiful texture and the fabric turns out quite thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

26. Raspberry stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a front post single crochet. The raspberry stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out dense and it has a nice texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

27. Diamond stitch

This stitch may seem a bit complicated at first, but I encourage you to try it because the final result is definitely worth it! The diamond crochet stitch has such a beautiful texture and it looks just great.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

28. Falling leaves stitch

This stitch is so beautiful! It is a repeat of four rows and it looks different on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

29. Arrow stitch

The arrow crochet stitch consists of chains, single, double and treble crochets and it is a repeat of two rows. This stitch has a very pronounced texture and looks great! If you are a beginner, it might seems a bit tricky how to make treble crochets two together in the beginning. However, I encourage you to try making this beautiful stitch and I hope that my detailed photo tutorial will help you along the way.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

30. Even berry stitch

This stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out quite thick and it looks great!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

31. Two single crochet stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a center single crochet. The two single crochet stitch looks great when you use more than one color.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

32. Basket weave stitch

This stitch is quite easy to make even though it might look a bit complicated. All you need to know is front post and back post double crochets. The basket weave crochet stitch is a repeat of four rows. It is reversible and looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

33. Leafhopper stitch

The leafhopper stitch is a repeat of four rows and it looks different on both sides. The texture of this stitch is pronounced and it looks beautiful. The fabric turns out quite thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

34. Arruga stitch

This stitch is quite easy to make. The arruga stitch consists of front post and back post single crochets (detailed photo instructions show how to make these stitches) and double crochets. The fabric turns out quite thick and the texture of this stitch is very pronounced.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

35. Jacob’s ladder stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single and a double crochet. It is quite fast and easy to make. The Jacob’s ladder crochet stitch is a repeat of two rows and looks different on each side. For this stitch you can use one color or more colors. In the tutorial I use only two colors, but this stitch works great with multiple colors too. Its texture also looks beautiful just in one color.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

36. Tipped scales stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The photo instructions show how to make a front post double crochet, a front post treble crochet and a front post double treble crochet that are needed to create a scale. The tipped scales crochet stitch is a repeat of one row and its texture looks the same on both sides. This stitch works great with two colors as each side is dominated by one color. The fabric turns out quite thick but it stretches too.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

37. Crab claw stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a front post double crochet working two rows down. To make this stitch you will need at least two colors. The crab claw crochet stitch is a repeat of four rows. The fabric turns out quite dense, it has a beautiful texture and those tiny crab claws formed by front post double crochets look very cute.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

38. Mini basket weave stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial below shows how to make a back post double crochet and a front post double crochet. The mini basket weave stitch is a repeat of four rows. The fabric has a beautiful texture and it is quite thick. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

39. Textured granite stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a front post treble crochet stitch. The textured granite stitch is a repeat of four rows. The fabric has a beautiful texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

40. Lilac blossom stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a front post double crochet two together and a front post double crochet four together. The lilac blossom stitch has a very interesting texture and looks great!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

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1. Chestnut stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a half double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet five together stitch and a treble crochet. The chestnut stitch is a repeat of eight rows. The fabric has a beautiful texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

2. Interlocking shell stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet five together stitch. The interlocking shell stitch is a repeat of two rows. It is a very nice multicolor crochet stitch that has a beautiful texture. This stitch also looks great in one color.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

3. Lattice stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a front post treble crochet. The lattice stitch is a repeat of eight rows. The fabric has a gorgeous texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

4. Spiked stacked triangles stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a spike stitch (or a single crochet spike stitch). The spiked stacked triangles stitch is a repeat of four rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

5. Silt and ridge stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet, a double crochet and a half double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a front post double crochet. The silt and ridge stitch is a repeat of four rows. The fabric has an interesting texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

6. Large basket weave stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a front post double crochet and a back post double crochet. The large basket weave stitch is a repeat of four rows. The fabric has a very beautiful texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

7. Little combs stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a half double crochet. The little combs stitch is a repeat of two rows and it is suitable for beginners. The fabric turns out dense but not very thick and it has a nice texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

8. Chinese puzzle stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet five together, a front post double crochet two together and a front post double crochet five together stitch. The Chinese puzzle stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric has a beautiful texture. This stitch looks very similar on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

9. Crossed ripple stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet, a double crochet and a front post double crochet. The crossed ripple stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric has a lovely texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

10. Interlocking double V stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet working two rows below. The interlocking double V crochet stitch is a repeat of two rows. To get the same color effect as in this example, you will need two colors. The color pattern for the interlocking double V stitch gives a ripple effect and it looks very interesting. This stitch is reversible and looks the same on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

11. Interlocking block stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet working two rows below.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

12. Extended sedge stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet, a half double crochet and a double crochet. The extended sedge stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides. The fabric has a beautiful texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

13. Aligned cobble stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a treble crochet. This stitch is very easy to make and it is suitable for beginners. The aligned cobble stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

14. Vertical fishbone stitch

For this crochet stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The tutorial shows how to make a double crochet-front post double crochet together stitch and a front post double crochet-double crochet together. The vertical fishbone crochet stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

15. Prairie stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a half double crochet. This stitch is very easy to make and it is suitable for beginners. The fabric turns out dense but not very thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

16. Ocean waves stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. It is quite simple and it is a repeat of one row. The ocean waves crochet stitch has a very nice texture, it is reversible and it looks the same on both sides. The fabric turns out dense but not very thick.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

17. Wide half double crochet

For this stitch you should know how to make a half double crochet. It is a very easy stitch to make and it is suitable for beginners. It has a simple look and the texture turns out nice and dense.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

18. Bobble stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single and a double crochet. The bobble crochet stitch is a repeat of four rows and it looks different on each side. This stitch has a very nice texture. However, it will use quite some yarn.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

19. Spiked diagonal puff stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single and a double crochet. All other steps are shown in great detail in the photo instructions. The spiked diagonal puff crochet stitch is a repeat of two rows and it looks a bit different on each side.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

20. Royal ridge stitch

It is a very simple stitch, which is just a half double crochet worked in the third loop only in the front. Photo instructions show how to make it. If you are not familiar with the usual half double crochet, here you can take a look at a detailed tutorial. For this stitch the fabric turns out dense, but not very thick. This stitch is reversible and looks the same on both sides. It has such a beautiful texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

21. Camel stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a half double crochet. Photo instructions show how to work in the third loop only in the front and in the back. This stitch is quite easy to make. It is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out quite thick and it has an interesting texture.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

22. Long wave stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single, a double crochet and a treble crochet. It is quite easy to make and it is suitable for beginners. The long wave crochet stitch is a repeat of four rows and looks very similar on both sides. For this stich you should use more than one color yarn. In the tutorial I use only two colors, but this stitch works great with multiple colors too.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

23. Forked cluster stitch

For this stitch you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. It is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out quite dense.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

24. Granny spike stitch

This stitch is not complicated to make as it is a repeat of one row. It is reversible and looks the same on both sides. For this stitch it is a good idea to use two or more colors. You can change yarn color every two rows, like in this tutorial, or every three or four rows, whichever works best for your design.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

25. Millstone stitch

This stitch is not very complicated to make, you just need to know how to make a single crochet, a half double crochet and a double crochet. Photo instructions show in detail how to make a long double crochet.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

26. Mixed cluster stitch

This stitch is a repeat of two rows and it is quite easy to make. The fabric turns out dense. Each side of this stitch looks a bit different, but both of them are beautiful.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

27. Diamond stitch

This stitch may seem a bit complicated at first, but I encourage you to try it because the final result is definitely worth it! The diamond crochet stitch has such a beautiful texture and it looks just great.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

28. Falling leaves stitch

This stitch is so beautiful! It is a repeat of four rows and it looks different on both sides.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

29. Honeycomb stitch

The honeycomb crochet stitch looks different on each side and both sides are beautiful. The stitch requires a bit more yarn compared to other stitches and the fabric turns out a bit thicker. The honeycomb crochet stitch may require a bit more effort to make, but the final result is definitely worth it!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

30. Even berry stitch

This stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out quite thick and it looks great!

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

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Single crochet

Single crochet is one of the basic crochet stitches. You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial here.

Half double crochet

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial here.

Double crochet

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial here.

1. Broken stripes stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet. The broken stripes stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a beautiful multicolor crochet stitch suitable for crochet beginners. You can use two or as many colors as you wish, just change the yarn color after every row. The fabric turns out light.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

2. Linked block stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The linked block stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out light.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

3. Belgian mesh stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The Belgian mesh stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out light and lacy.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

4. Braided shell stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The braided shell stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch, and it looks the same on both sides. The fabric turns out light and lacy.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial here.

5. Simple eyelet stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The simple eyelet stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial here.

6. Little arches stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet. The little arches stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch, and it looks the same on both sides. The fabric turns out light and lacy.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

7. Aqueduct stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The aqueduct stitch is a repeat of four rows. The fabric turns out light and lacy.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

8. Ladder stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a half double crochet. The ladder stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides. The fabric turns out light and lacy.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

9. Simple mixed mesh stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The simple mixed mesh stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out light and lacy.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

10. Peephole chevron stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a double crochet. The peephole chevron stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch and it looks the same on both sides. The fabric turns out light.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

11. Large mesh stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a double crochet. The large mesh stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out very light and lacy.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

12. Eyelet mesh stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The eyelet mesh crochet stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial here.

13. Blossom stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The blossom stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out light.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

14. Zigzag net stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The zigzag net stitch is a repeat of one row. It is a reversible crochet stitch, and it looks the same on both sides. The fabric turns out light and lacy.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

15. Mini tulip stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The mini tulip stitch is a repeat of one row. This stitch is reversible and looks the same on both sides.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial here.

16. Little combs stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a half double crochet. The little combs stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out dense but not very thick, and it has a nice texture.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial here.

17. Column and lace stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The column and lace stitch is a repeat of two rows.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial here.

18. Wide half double crochet

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a half double crochet. It has a simple look, and the texture turns out nice and dense.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

19. Winkle picot stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet. The winkle picot stitch is a repeat of one row. This crochet stitch is reversible, and it looks the same on both sides.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial and video tutorial here.

20. Striped mesh stitch

For this crochet stitch, you should know how to make a single crochet and a double crochet. The striped mesh stitch is a repeat of two rows. The fabric turns out light and lacy.

You can find a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial here.

You can save these 20 unique crochet stitches for beginners to your Pinterest crochet board here.