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Crochet Cables in the Round

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It’s finally time for the Classic Cable Collection CAL to begin! Last month, I shared the exciting news that I’ve teamed up with Briana K Designs, HanJan Crochet, and MJ’s Off The Hook to create a month-long CAL of beautiful crochet cable patterns. It starts this week with our first pattern, Michelle’s Celtic Weave Baskets. These use crochet cables worked in the round to create stunning texture on baskets you’ll want to use for everything. If you haven’t already signed up, join us now.

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Celtic Weave Nesting Baskets - crochet cables in the round

What Is The Classic Cable Collection CAL?

Each week, one of us four designers will share our pattern that’s part of the CAL. This includes the crochet pattern and a video tutorial. Plus, we’ll each pop into our respective community groups on Facebook to share tips and answer questions. Therefore, this presents the opportunity not just to learn and practice crochet cables but also to have fun in all of our different craft communities.

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Week One: Crochet Cables in the Round with Michelle’s Baskets

This week we’ll dive right in with Celtic Weave Nesting Baskets from MJ’s Off The Hook Designs. We’ll use beautiful cotton Billow Yarn to create baskets in three different sizes. Use these baskets to hold a variety of different items around your home.

crochet cable nesting baskets

Additionally, they work as very special gift baskets for others. Working with two strands of Billow Yarn held together, these crochet baskets work up quickly. And yet, you get to learn or practice the technique of working crochet cables in the round.

Celtic Weave Crochet Cables in the Round

With this CAL, we’re really celebrating all of the different ways that there are to crochet cables. Many people think crochet cables aren’t as interesting as knit cables. However, that’s not true at all. There are many different ways to crochet cables, some simple and some complex. Crochet cables aren’t nearly as difficult as some beginner crocheters mistakenly believe. By joining us in this CAL, you can learn different techniques with the support of in-depth video tutorials and our CAL communities.

crochet cables in the round

For this first week, you get to learn crochet cables in the round. Specifically, Michelle’s pattern uses Celtic Weave cables. As you can see, they have a beautiful criss-cross pattern that’s rich in texture. These unique cables work especially well for home decor thanks to their rich texture. These are durable baskets you can use for many different storage purposes and display ideas in your home.

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9 Best Crochet Stitches for a Baby Blanket

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I recently shared with you nine easy, interesting crochet stitches that I made video tutorials for in the past. While working on that post, I came across all my old videos for my Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket. This blanket was originally a CAL, in fact, it was my first big CAL that included my own pattern and videos for each step of the way. It’s been years since the original crochet-along, but the sampler stitch blanket pattern still holds up. It includes the nine best crochet stitches, one per square, for making a unique, interesting, fun crochet baby blanket. So, I thought that I’d put all of those videos together for you here in one place.

best crochet stitches for baby blankets

How To Use These Videos

If you’re interested in making the crochet baby blanket, you can work through each video, making one square in each stitch pattern. That’s how I originally designed the CAL. The entire ad-free PDF is for sale on Ravelry.

However, you can also use these videos in other ways, including:

  • Learn one new stitch pattern per week to boost your crochet skills.
  • Choose one crochet stitch pattern you love. Make nine squares in just that stitch, in the same color or different colors, to create a blanket of your own design.
  • Choose just a few of the crochet stitches to work with. Make a set of squares to stitch together into a long super scarf, a baby blanket, or even a larger blanket. Each square is 11″ x 11″, so keep that in mind when planning your project.
  • Bookmark these videos so you can refer to them when you need new crochet stitch ideas for any project.

The 9 Best Crochet Stitches For a Baby Blanket

I chose these as the nine best crochet stitches for a baby blanket because they’re easy to make and yet go beyond the basics of crochet. These aren’t just single crochet or double crochet squares. But with some basic crochet knowledge, you can master all of these stitch patterns.

1. 1×1 Double Crochet Ribbing

There are so many different ways to create crochet ribbing. You can work in the back loop only, for example, or you can play with post stitches, as we do in this pattern. Ribbing creates texture and stretch, so it’s great to learn different ways to crochet it. In this square, you’ll learn 1×1 double crochet ribbing, which is a terrific, easy, reversible crochet stitch pattern.

2. Basketweave Crochet Stitch

Basketweave crochet also uses front and back post stitches. The more you play with crochet, the more you’ll realize that you can do the same thing in different combinations to create totally different textures. Here, you’ll stack fpdc on top of fpdc for five rows, then bpdc on top of bpdc for those same rows. Then you’ll switch, working front into back and back into front posts. Then you’ll stack again for this great texture.

3. Fan Tail Crochet Stitch

You can work stitches into the same stitch from the row below in a specific way to create crochet fans. There are crochet shells and fans of different heights and widths, so there’s a lot of room to switch them up. In this example, we work the fan tail crochet stitch. You’ll see we add a chain stitch to turn a classic crochet shell into a fan in this stitch. It’s a lace stitch, but it’s not too openwork. This is a great beginner stitch pattern.

4. Crochet Bobble Stitch

Crochet bobbles are one of the best ways to add texture to a project. They’re also among the best crochet stitches for baby blankets because babies love grabbing that texture! You create the bobble stitch by working 5dctog. In this pattern, the bobbles are offset from row to row, giving you great symmetry without an overly crowded design.

5. Cross Hatch Crochet Stitch

Look at this terrific dense crochet texture. One of the things that you’ll learn when working with this crochet stitch pattern is how to crochet into the side of a stitch. It’s tough to learn at first because you’re not used to it, but the video tutorial should help clarify things. And the result is so interesting!

6. Fan Trellis Crochet Stitch

Use groups of single crochets and double crochets with the right spacing to get a beautiful lace crochet stitch pattern. You create a trellis design with wide fans. This is one of the best crochet stitches for baby blankets because it is open and lacy. This allows the blanket to breathe so the baby doesn’t get too warm. And babies like to poke their little fingers and toes through those open holes. Of course, always be safe when sharing your crochet with babies!

7. Long Wave Crochet Stitch

This is such a fun stitch pattern that you can create if you know the basic crochet stitches. You work single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet in a pattern across each row to create long diamond shapes or waves. Then you change colors and work the opposite stitches into one another (singles into trebles, for example) to even out the rows and complete the wave design. So much fun.

8. Catherine’s Wheel Crochet Stitch

This crochet stitch seems to go in and out of popularity, but I think it’s always a great stitch to use in a project. Each “wheel” is created in two rows, a row of “peaks” and a row of “valleys.” You showcase that wheel or starburst design by changing colors every two rows.

9. Blooming Granny Crochet Square

There are so many different crochet granny squares to create. This is one of them, and you can use it for tons of different projects. Check out my Blooming Granny Square Baby Blanket, too.

Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket Pattern

crochet stitch sampler baby blanket pattern

You can use the stitch tutorials above to learn all of the new stitches. However, if you want to create the blanket as designed, get the crochet stitch sampler baby blanket pattern now.

Ultimate Guide to Summer Crochet Patterns

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…From Sandals to Sun Hats!

You’re behind the curve if you haven’t started looking at summer crochet patterns yet. Warmer days are just ahead, and there are so many fun things to craft for summer! In this roundup, you’ll find links to all of our summer crochet posts, from how to crochet water balloons to all of the clothing and accessories patterns your summer closet is craving!

summer crochet patterns roundup

How to Crochet Water Balloons

how to crochet water balloons

If you don’t fit any other summer crochet into the rest of this season, make some water balloons. You craft them, soak them, and then toss them at each other. They’re perfect for summer parties, kids complaining that they need something to do, etc. And they’re quick, instant-gratification stashbuster projects for you.

Your Best Summer Crochet Patterns for Garments and Accessories

There are so many great crochet accessories and garments to make for summer, from crop tops and lightweight shawls to sandals, sun hats, and swimwear.

crochet summer tops patterns

Start by making a top. Whether you’re looking for a tank top or a summer poncho, you’ll find the pattern on this list of 50 crochet tops.

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Crochet crop top patterns are trending, so we’ve rounded up a bunch of different styles for you to try. Similarly, you might want to check out crochet vest patterns.

Crochet Vest Patterns for Spring

If you live in a place where you can use a cozy summer sweater then my Floral Tee Sweater is the perfect summer crochet top pattern. My Kimono-inspired Crochet Cardi is another good summer top option.

crochet shorts patterns

You’ll need a bottom to go with those tops. That’s why we pulled together an amazing collection of crochet shorts patterns for you. Not into shorts? Here’s what we recommend as the best free crochet skirt pattern for summer.

crochet shawls patterns

Shawls are the perfect accessory all year long. Even on the hottest days, you might need one. After all, some places turn the AC up so high you feel like you’re in the frozen tundra. So check out these summer shawl patterns. First, we’ve got 10 lightweight shawls for crocheters. Then we’ve got a bicrafty roundup of 10 more knit and crochet shawls for spring/summer. Finally, my Super Simple Shawl is another good choice for summer days and nights.

crochet sun hat patterns

When it comes to summer accessories, a good shade hat is a must. So crochet a summer sun hat!

Best Blankets to Crochet in the Summer

summer crochet blanket patterns

If you choose the right yarn and the right pattern, you can comfortably crochet blankets in summer. This list of nearly three dozen crochet blankets has what you need. Also, despite what some may think, it’s not too late in the year to start a crochet temperature blanket.

Summer Crochet Projects for the Beach

crochet beach cover-ups patterns

Beach projects are perfect for summer crochet. Check out our roundup of crochet beach cover-up patterns.

Of course, you can’t go to the beach without a bag. Therefore, we’ve also included a roundup of crochet beach bag patterns.

Sandals for Summer | Free Knit, Crochet and Craft Patterns

Also, I always think of sandals when I think of the beach, so make sure to see if anything in our roundup of knit and crochet sandal patterns is for you.

Finally, we have our big roundup of 44 free knit and crochet beach projects.

Our Best Tips for Crafting in the Summertime

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People often aren’t sure how to comfortably crochet in the summer. It’s all about the yarn you use, the projects you choose, and some smart bonus tips. Find 17 summer craft tips here.

Knit Crop Top Patterns: Short & Sassy!

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Crop tops are trending for summer! Yes – warm weather is just around the corner. You know, we recently did a roundup of crochet crop top patterns. But, as you also know, we’re bicrafty around here and don’t want to leave the knitters out. So, here’s our roundup of knit crop top patterns.

Like the crochet version, we’ve included a range of styles, from bra tops to cropped tunics.

So stay cool and knit on!

knit crop top patterns

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1. Knit Contrast Trim Tank Top Pattern

knit crop tank top pattern

This knit summer tank top pattern stops right above the waistline, just making it a crop top. It’s designed with contrast trim, the second color on the straps and waist enhancing the main color of the body. This knitting pattern comes with a matching pattern for a striped knit cardigan you can wear over the tank.

2. Trinity Woods Bralette Knit Pattern

knit bra top pattern

This knit bra top pattern is a festival-style design in a neutral color, perfect for summer beach time. With a deep scoop neck and almost shoestring straps, this knit crop top is ideal for your next outdoor music event. It’s another of the crop top patterns with a matching knit cardigan pattern to go with it.

3. Lace Cami and Skirt Set

lace cropped knit cami top and matching skirt pattern

This lacy knit cami knitting pattern is designed as a crop top you can wear over a professional blouse. Of course, you could also wear it over a dress, a more casual top, or even on its own. It includes a matching narrow skirt pattern, creating a great set for the office or summer parties.

4. Crop Sleeve Knit Cardigan

crop sleeve knit cardigan pattern

The Just For Mom cardigan is a sophisticated cardigan pattern with a wide neckline. It’s a cropped sleeve style, meaning it’s longer than a short sleeve but shorter than a three-quarter sleeve. It’s a great style for many body types. The length isn’t a true knit crop top since its hem sits at the high hip length. It’s shorter than average crop top knitting patterns.

5. On Trend Knit Top Pattern

scoop neck knit top pattern

Some people like knit crop top patterns because they want to show off their bellies. However, many of us like knit crop top patterns because they layer well over other longer-length shirts and dresses. Layered outfits allow you to mix and match textures, colors, and fabrics, creating unique outfits that are fun to wear. And dressing every day should be fun! So, although this wide-neckline knit top isn’t a true crop top length, we’ve included it because it’s specifically designed as an oversized piece you can wear over other tops.

6. Gradient Knit T-shirt Pattern

gradient knit t-shirt pattern

This knit t-shirt pattern works with two colors of yarn to create a double-stranded gradient that turns out absolutely beautiful. This almost-sleeveless short-sleeved t-shirt skims the waist, so it’s a bit longer than true knit crop top patterns but still falls in the category. You can make it longer or shorter to suit your taste.

7. Square Tunic Knit Pattern

square knit tunic pattern

This shirt is cropped in length as tunics go. It actually has a similar shape to the knit t-shirt pattern above. However, it’s worked in different stitches and vibrant colors. It has a higher neck and a lot of pep and is perfectly vibrant for summer. Choose your colors to match your mood.

8. Juliet’s Love Shrug

knit cropped shrug pattern

This cropped shrug is the perfect accessory to wear over just about anything when the day’s heat gives way to the evening breeze. With a classic short sleeve and fancy ruffle at the waist it adds a romantic touch to any outfit.

9. One-Shoulder Crop Top Knit Pattern

There are so many different knit crop top patterns in terms of the style of the top itself. This one is super unique – a one-shoulder design with optional waist shaping to fit your body perfectly. The knit cables add extra interest. Working on this would make any knitting needle happy! This is the Arcuate Top by Charissa Lam, sold through KnitPicks.

10. Knit Crop Top and Skirt Set

knit crop top and skirt patterns

The Twirl Your Dreams set is a lacy knit crop top with ruffled sleeves and hem and a matching skirt. You can breeze through this set with lots of stockinette and a small knit lace pattern. This is an idyllic, dreamy, whimsical summer outfit. Add a scarf or headband to complete the look.

11. Cropped Topper

Knit crop top pattern

This is one of the most wearable knit crop top patterns. It’s got a super easy shape, wonderful color, and an openwork design that you can layer with just about everything. The simple rectangle shape is great for lace knitting beginners since there’s no shaping to worry about. Yet more advanced knitters can whip this up easily. Pair it with anything from shorts to jeans or maxi skirts to minis. It’s versatile and will work with many outfits.

More Patterns and Yarns for Summer Knitting

So now you have a great selection of crop top patterns for the summer, but what about yarn? Of course, you can, and should, go by what the designer used in each pattern, but what’s a great yarn or fiber for summer knitting?

Cotton is by far the most popular. If you’re interested in cotton yarn, check out this blog post about cotton yarns in every weight. They’re some of our favorites!

Maybe you won’t believe me, but wool is also a good choice for summer. Why? Because it’s natural and breathable. Find out more about wool yarn right here.

And, if you prefer a knit sweater for summer when the evenings are a bit cooler, check out these knit and crochet spring sweater patterns. Sometimes, it’s nice to pop on something with a longer sleeve when the sun goes down.

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Crochet Crop Top Patterns

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Crop tops are popular in the summertime, of course. They’re not right for everyone, but they can be fun to make and wear if they’re your thing. You can wear them over swimsuits, dresses, and other longer tops to create different styles. Here are some crochet crop top patterns for you to try out.

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Different Crochet Crop Top Pattern Styles

As you’ll see in the roundup of crochet crop top patterns below, there are many different shirt styles that count as crop tops. The idea, generally, is that the shirt is shorter than a traditional t-shirt or sweater. However, within that, there’s a lot of variety, from crochet bralettes like you’d see at Coachella to the increasingly popular bodiless crochet sweaters that you wear over other tops.

Crochet Crop Top Patterns

Find the crochet crop top patterns that are most exciting for you to make.

1. Boxy Cowl Neck Crochet Sweater

free crochet crop top pattern for sweater

Summer crochet patterns do include sweaters. After all, it gets chilly sometimes, whether it’s a breezy evening or you’re inside of a cold air conditioned movie theater. Crochet cropped sweaters are perfect because they show off a lot of your outfit while adding warmth and cheeky style. This one is super cozy.

2. Bernat Festival Crochet Bralette

crochet bralette free pattern

When you think of crop tops, do you think of halter tops, bikinis, and bralettes? If so, then this is the pattern for you. Make it to wear alone or pair it with the Bernat Crochet Festival Cardigan as shown in the photo. Make the set in the same color as shown or in complementary colors instead.

3. Blocked and Cropped Crochet Pullover

blocked and cropped crochet pullover sweater free pattern

Yellows and blues are popular choices for spring and summer crochet crop top patterns. This one combines those with a great blocked design that has contemporary style that’s easy, wearable, and yet very chic.

4. Summer Breeze Crochet Crop Top

crochet crop top sweater pattern

Here’s one of those indefinable crochet crop top patterns. It’s not a T, it’s not a sweater, it’s not a vest. It’s something in between all of those things. That makes it unique, interesting to make, and fun to figure out how to style with your wardrobe. It’s actually a really versatile pattern.

5. Clementine Chic Sweater

crochet summer sweater free pattern

This is more of a traditional short-sleeved sweater. It’s not particularly short, but would still be considered cropped by most sweater standards. Of course, you could always shorten a little bit if you wanted to. Or, for that matter, if you like these styles but aren’t sure about the cropped top look, you could always add some rows to them to lengthen them to suit your style.

6. Summer Rules Top Crochet Pattern

crochet cropped sweater free pattern

This is a great example of how you can pair super simple shirt construction with fun, interesting lace stitches to create beautiful crochet crop top patterns.

7. Crochet Corset Top

crochet corset top

A corset top is a version of a cropped top. This one is a camo design outlined in red with red ruffles at the bottom.

8. Eyelet Stitch Crochet Bralette

crochet bra top free pattern

Like the other bra top featured above, this one links to a pattern for a matching cardigan that you can use to cover it up if it gets too chilly or if that makes you feel more comfortable. Wear it as is festival-style or to the beach.

9. Lace Crochet Crop Top

lace crochet crop top

This top is super easy to wear but you need to be an experienced crocheter to make it. You’ll crochet more than 200 different lace motifs and stitch them together into the crop top. It’s a great design. And working by motifs is nice and lightweight for summer crafting.

10. Red Heart Trendy Crochet Top

crochet cropped sweater pattern

This is a perfect cropped crochet sweater pattern. It’s long-sleeve and cozy but short and trendy. You’ll work with some fun stitches including short loops, long loops, and linked treble crochet stitches. The top and arms are openwork so it’s not overly heavy for a summer sweater.

11. Fire and Ice Poncho

cropped poncho free crochet pattern

You might not think to look at crochet poncho patterns when you want to make a cropped top. However, you can wear this one in different ways. And worn as shown in the photo, it works as a crochet crop top pattern. It’s boldly colorful and beautiful and perfect for spring and summer!

12. Terracotta Cropped Tank

cropped crochet tank top

Tanks tops are quintessential items for a summer wardrobe. Cropped tanks like this one are stylish. That great terracotta color will also wear well into the fall when paired with warmer layers.

13. Easy Crochet Crop Top Pattern

easy crochet crop top pattern

This is a beginner-friendly crochet crop top pattern that’s a sleeveless, v-neck design.

14. Rusty Road Crop Top

easy crochet crop top pattern

Crochet two simple lace rectangles. Seam them together. You end up with a surprisingly sleek top.

15. Plush and Blush Crop Top

cropped crochet mohair sweater pattern

This is a cozy cropped crochet sweater. You’ll combine fingering weight yarn with mohair for that soft, fluffy fabric. This pattern comes with a helpful video tutorial.

16. Striped Crochet Crop Top

striped crochet crop top pattern

This is one of the most classic crochet crop top patterns. It’s sleeveless, short but not too short, and designed in summery blue and yellow stripes.

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How to Crochet a Stacked Double Crochet

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If you aren’t using stacked crochet stitches instead of standard turning chains, then you’re missing out on a more beautiful finished product each time that you crochet. The stacked double crochet stitch allows you to achieve straight edges on all double crochet projects instead of seeing holes or gaps at the start of each double crochet row.

Stacked Double Crochet Video Tutorial

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What Is a Stacked Double Crochet Stitch?

Most crochet patterns have you begin with a ch 3 at the start of a double crochet row and it counts as a stitch. It’s the height of other double crochet stitches, so it definitely works. However, the stacked double crochet provides a better option. It is a true double crochet instead of a chain-3, so it looks more cohesive and you don’t have any gaps at the edges of your rows.

Benefits of Stacked DC

The stacked double crochet is worked very similarly to a regular single crochet stitch. However, it is made in two parts. The result is a beautiful stitch that looks just like a dc and it has a nice “v” at the edge. You will get clean double crochet edge and a straight edge every time. And the V creates an easy border that you can work into cleanly if you’re crafting a border all the way around the edges of a piece.

Stacked Treble Crochet

Of course, you could work a stacked treble crochet as well. In this tutorial, you’ll learn the stacked double crochet, but you can apply the same idea to perfecting the alternative starting chain for replacing a chain-4 with a stacked treble.

Stacked Single Crochet

Note that you could work the first half of the stacked double crochet to create a single crochet stitch at the beginning of a single crochet row (rather than using a ch-1). However, when people talk about a “stacked single crochet stitch,” they’re actually usually referring to the stacked double crochet. They’re calling it that because you essentially stack one single crochet on top of another to get the look of the double crochet.

Stacked Double Crochet Video Tutorial

Bookmark this video so that you can watch it when you have your next double crochet pattern.

Stacked Double Crochet Video Tutorial

Video Tutorial

Stacked DC Written Instructions

Hopefully you can use the video tutorial to learn how to work this technique. However, you might also want the written instructions, right? Here they are:

  • Do not chain any stitches.
  • Insert your hook into the very first stitch in the row.
  • Yarn over, pull up a loop so that there are two loops on the hook.
  • Yarn over and pull through to complete what would be a single crochet stitch.
  • Pierce the stitch that’s between the two strings that are just under your hook, in the stitch you just created. Need help finding it? The video shows you but another way to identify it is turn the work slightly and look at the two strands of yarn that are now on the side of the single crochet – they form a V shape and you want to work into that.
  • Yarn over, pull up a loop so that there are two loops on the hook.
  • Yarn over and pull through to complete what would be a single crochet stitch. You have “stacked” two single crochet stitches. It looks like a double crochet stitch.

Is a Stacked Double Crochet the Same Thing as a Standing Double Crochet?

Once you begin to explore different crochet techniques, you’ll discover that there are many different ways to achieve similar effects in the craft. For example, instead of a Ch-3 for a double crochet stitch, you might know how to make a standing double crochet stitch. Is that the same as a stacked double crochet stitch? Nope.

You use a standing stitch when you want to join new colors with a single crochet or join with a double crochet. So you do this when starting a new color or joining a new yarn.

Start with a slip knot on your hook. Yarn over. Insert your hook into the stitch where you’re joining the color. Yarn over and pull up a loop so there are three stitches on your hook. Yarn over, pull through two, yarn over, pull through two, creating the standing double crochet stitch.

So, you use this to replace a chain-3 but you need to be starting the row with new yarn rather than carrying the yarn from the previous row. In the latter case, you’ll use a stacked double crochet instead.

Stacked Double Crochet Projects

Want to try out this new skill that you learned? You can work this great crochet stitch instead of a CH-3 to start a double crochet row in any project at all.

Try some of these great double crochet projects to test it out.

Again, you can use this stitch to replace ANY ch-3 that counts as the first DC in a row. However, I’ve specifically written some of my patterns to use the stacked double crochet. Check these out:

We also used stacked double crochet stitches in the crochet pattern options for Tournament of Stitches 2022.

And here are a couple of Yarnspirations pattern where the designer specifically recommends stacked stitches:

Stacked Double Crochet in Chevron Crochet

There are many different ways to crochet chevron stitch. Double crochet is a popular approach. Therefore, you can use stacked double crochet stitches when working this way. We covered this in BiCrafty Bootcamp: Crochet Lessons for Knitters in Lesson 4 on How to Chevron Crochet. This includes a crochet facecloth free pattern. The complete video tutorial for this lesson provides additional information and tips for working with the stacked double crochet stitch:

Note that we talked about the stacked double crochet again in Lesson 5 on Beginner Crochet Edgings.

What I am Wearing

Wondering what pattern I was wearing in the stacked double crochet video tutorial? It was my Super Simple Shawl.

FREE Super Simple Crochet Shawl Pattern

The Free Crochet Pattern Super Simple Shawl uses a crochet crowd favorite small filet crochet mesh stitch combined with an easy picot border. Made with the amazingly soft and ultra colorful Colorscapes yarn by Red Heart Yarns, this shawl is sure to become a favorite accessory either draped around the shoulders or around the neck like a shawlkerchief (my preferable way of wearing it ;-))

You can find the FREE pattern on my website by clicking this link: https://marlybird.com/free-crochet-patterns/super-simple-shawl/