Crochet lovers, today we dive into three unique and versatile crochet stitches that can bring depth, texture, and a bit of flair to your creations. Whether you’re working on a blanket, scarf, or even a tote bag, these stitches will offer exciting new options to elevate your projects.
Let’s explore the Basket Stitch, the Spatter Pattern, and the Ridged String Network Stitch. Each of these stitches comes with its unique charm, so grab your hooks, and let’s get started!
1. Basket Stitch
The Basket Stitch is a classic crochet stitch that mimics the woven texture of a basket. It adds a beautiful 3D effect to your project, making it perfect for blankets, cushion covers, or even cozy sweaters.
Basket Stitch
Multiple of 6 sts + 5 (add 2 for base chain).Â
Row 1 (WS): Work a V st of [1tr, 1ch, 1tr] into 5th ch from hook, *skip 2ch, work V st into next ch; rep from * to last 2ch, skip 1ch, 1tr into last ch, turn.Â
Row 2: 3ch, skip 2 sts, work a Double V st of [2tr, 1ch, 2tr] into ch sp at centre of V st, *1ch, skip next V st, work a Double V st into sp at centre of next V st; rep from * leaving last loop of last tr of last Double V st on hook and working it together with 1tr into top of tch, turn.Â
Row 3: 3ch, work a V st into each sp to end, finishing with 1tr into top of tch, turn. Row 4: 3ch, 1tr into 1st st, *1ch, skip next V st, work a Double V st into sp at centre of next V st; rep from * until 1 V st remains, 1ch, skip V st, 2tr into top of tch, turn. Row 5: As row 3. Rep rows 2–5.
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2. Spatter Pattern
The Spatter Pattern is a fantastic stitch to add a unique, speckled texture to your projects. It’s a great choice for shawls, baby blankets, or lightweight summer tops.
into same ch as last tr work [1tr, 2ch, 1tr], skip 2ch, 1dc into next ch; rep from *Â to end, turn.Â
Row 2: 5ch (count as 1tr, 2ch), 1tr into 1st dc, skip 1tr, 1dc into next tr, *1tr into next dc, 2ch, into same st as last tr work [1tr, 2ch, 1tr], skip 1tr, 1dc into next tr rep from * to last dc, into last dc work [1tr, 2ch, 1tr], turn.Â
Row 3: 1ch, 1dc into 1st tr, *1tr into next dc, 2ch, into same st as last tr work [1tr, 2ch, 1tr], skip 1tr, 1dc into next tr; rep from * to end placing last dc into 3rd of 5ch at beg of previous row, turn. Rep rows 2–3.
3. Ridged String Network Stitch
The Ridged String Network Stitch offers a fantastic mesh-like texture with raised ridges, perfect for creating lacy patterns in lightweight projects like shawls or beach cover-ups.
Row2:1ch, working into back loop only of each st work 1dc into 1st st, *3ch,skip 3ch, 1dc into next dc; rep from * to end, skip tch, turn.Rep row 2.
Diagram
These three crochet stitches—Basket Stitch, Spatter Pattern, and Ridged String Network—are fantastic for adding unique textures to your crochet projects. Whether you’re looking for something dense and cozy or light and airy, these stitches provide great options for any crafter.
Now it’s your turn! Try these stitches in your next crochet project and experiment with different yarns and colors to see how they transform. Happy crocheting!