In this free step-by-step crochet tutorial I show how to make the silt stitch. This stitch is a solid, textured crochet stitch. It creates dense, durable fabric and works great for washcloths, blankets, cardigans, scarves, hats, wraps, and other projects that need warmth, structure, and durability.
This crochet stitch tutorial includes detailed photo instructions. The silt stitch is a repeat of two rows. For this stitch you should know how to make single and double crochet. It is very easy to make and suitable for beginners.
Materials and tools
Yarn: For this tutorial I use Hjertagarn DIAMOND mercerized cotton 100% 8/4 50g, color: 1361 (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 silt crochet stitch
Row 1
1. Start by chaining a multiple of three. You will start working 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 chain one.
Row 2
5. Turn your work around. Chain one counts as a single crochet, but you will start working in the very first stitch.
6. So, make a double crochet in the very first stitch.
7. Then make another double crochet in the same stitch.
8. Skip two stitches and make a single crochet in the next stitch.
9. Then make a double crochet in the same stitch.
10. Make another double crochet in the same stitch.
11. Then skip two stitches and in the next stitch make a single crochet and two double crochets.
12. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row until you have three stitches left.
13. Then skip two stitches and make a single crochet in the turning chain of the previous row.
14. Chain three.
Row 3
15. Turn your work around. Chain three counts as a stitch, so you will start working in the second stitch.
16. Make a double crochet in the second stitch.
17. Continue making double crochets in every stitch until the end of the row. For the rest of the pattern repeat rows 2 and 3.
Finished silt crochet stitch
18. Done!
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