Crochet Sedge Stitch Free Tutorial
The crochet sedge stitch is a versatile and beginner-friendly stitch that creates a beautifully textured fabric with a subtle wave-like pattern. Known for its simplicity and elegance, this stitch combines single crochet, half-double crochet, and double crochet to form a unique look.
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This stitch is the December 2024 New Year’s Resolution CAL stitch!
The crochet sedge stitch works well for everything from blankets and scarves to dishcloths and more. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or a novice crocheter looking to expand your repertoire, the sedge stitch is a fantastic addition to your stitching skills.
Why learn the Crochet Sedge Stitch?
Learning the crochet sedge stitch is a great way to elevate your crochet projects with minimal effort. This stitch combines basic crochet techniques—single crochet, half-double crochet, and double crochet—into a repeating pattern that creates a lightly textured fabric with a ripple like visual interest.
What projects is the Sedge Stitch good for?
Its versatility makes it perfect for a wide range of projects, from cozy blankets to stylish scarves and beyond. The sedge stitch is also quick to work up, making it ideal for creating beautiful designs in less time. Whether you’re aiming for functionality or flair, mastering this stitch will add a timeless touch to your creations.
This stitch is a bit of a yarn eater, so it yields a thick fabric, but it’s so squishy and cozy and absolutely beautiful, I think it’s worth it!
What is the skill level?
The Sedge stitch is great for the confident beginner whom has learned the basic crochet stitches: chain, single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet, and you’re feeling confident that you’ve mastered these stitches and your tension!
How to Get the Sedge Stitch Afghan Square Crochet Pattern:
Sedge Stitch Afghan Square Crochet Pattern
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Option 3: Purchase the “12 Crochet Stitch Afghan Squares” ebook.
Gauge
4.5 sedge sts x 11 rows = 4”
Finished Measurements
15″ x 15″ after blocking
Stitch Guide
arnd = around
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
sc = single crochet
sl st(s) = slip stitch(es)
Skill Level
Confident Beginner
Written in U.S. Terms
Notes
- Beginning chains do not count as stitches.
- This square is worked from bottom to top.
- Where asterisks appear, repeat the instructions between them.
- This pattern is worked in multiples of 3; the instructions are written for a beginning ch-48, but you can add or remove chains in multiples of 3.
- To work a gauge swatch, chain 15 then work the hat body portion from the pattern below for 11 total rows.
- There is a companion video on YouTube.
Instructions
R1. Working in the back bump of the chain across:
Ch 48, hdc in 2nd chain from hook, dc in same space, *skip 2 chs, (sc, hdc, dc) in next ch* across, sc in last ch, turn
R2. Ch 1, (hdc, dc) in top of sc, *(sc, hdc, dc) in each sc across*, sc in last hdc, turn
Repeat R2 until fabric measures 14 ½; turn as needed to face the right side:
R3. sc in each st across the top, sc evenly down side, sc in each ch across the bottom, sc evenly up the side; Fasten.
Finishing
- Block square to 15″ x 15″
- Hide all strings.
And that’s the Crochet Sedge Stitch!
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