In this free step-by-step crochet tutorial I show how to make the sedge stitch. This stitch is a solid crochet stitch with a nice texture. It is also a reversible crochet stitch that looks the same on both sides. It creates dense, durable fabric and works great for washcloths, blankets, scarves, hats, cardigans, crochet tops and other projects that need structure and durability.
This crochet stitch tutorial includes detailed photo instructions. The sedge stitch is a repeat of one row. For this crochet stitch you should know how to make single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet. It is very easy to make and suitable for beginners.
Materials and tools
Yarn: For this tutorial I use Järbo 8/4 100% Cotton Mercerized & Gassed 50 g yarn, color: 32032 (frosty green). 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 sedge crochet stitch
Row 1
1. Start by chaining multiples of 3.
2. In the second chain from your hook make a half double crochet.
3. Then make a double crochet in the same stitch.
4. Skip two stitches and make a single crochet.
5. Make a half double crochet in the same stitch.
6. Then make a double crochet in the same stitch.
7. Work in the same way until the end of the row: skip two stitches, then make one single, one half double and one double crochet all in the same stitch.
8. When you reach the end, only two stitches are left.
9. Make a single crochet in the last stitch.
10. Then chain one.
Row 2
11. Turn your work around. You will start working in the first stitch (in the single crochet of the previous row).
12. So, make a half double crochet in the first stitch.
13. Then make a double crochet in the same stitch.
14. Skip two stitches and make a single crochet (in the single crochet of the previous row).
15. Make a half double crochet in the same stitch.
16. Then make a double crochet in the same stitch.
17. Continue to work in the same way until the end of the row.
18. At the end of the row you will have to work in the half double crochet of the previous row (you have to skip only one stitch).
19. So, make a single crochet in the half double crochet of the previous row. For the rest of the pattern repeat row 2.
Finished sedge crochet stitch
20. Done!
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