In this free step-by-step crochet stitch tutorial I show how to make the linked block stitch. This stitch is a lacy 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 linked 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 very easy to make and suitable for crochet beginners.
Materials and tools
Yarn: For this tutorial I use Hjertegarn DIAMOND mercerized cotton 100% 8/4 50 g yarn, color: 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 linked block stitch
Row 1
1. Start by chaining a multiple of five plus three. You will start working in the second chain from your hook.
2. So, make a single crochet in the second chain from your hook.
3. Make another single crochet in the next stitch.
4. Chain three.
5. Skip three stitches and make two single crochets in the next two stitches.
6. Then repeat. Chain three, skip three stitches and make two single crochets in the next two stitches.
7. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row. The row should end with two single crochets.
Row 2
8. Chain three and turn your work around. Chain three counts as a stitch.
9. Make five double crochets in the next chain three space.
10. Then repeat. Make five double crochets in the next chain three space.
11. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row.
12. At the end of the row make a double crochet in the last stitch.
Row 3
13. Chain one and turn your work around. Chain one does not count as a stitch.
14. Make a single crochet in the first stitch.
15. Make another single crochet in the next stitch.
16. Chain three.
17. Skip three stitches and make two single crochets in the next two stitches.
18. Then repeat. Chain three, skip three stitches and make two single crochets in the next two stitches.
19. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row.
20. At the end of the row make the last single crochet in the turning chain. For the rest of the pattern repeat rows 2-3.
Finished linked block stitch
21. Done!
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