Do you use tinsel to decorate your tree? It’s funny, because in my house, my dad always loved tinsel, and my mom hated it. She would say, if we wanted to put tinsel on the tree, we had to do it ourselves. She didn’t want any part in that mess!

That being said, I love the look of tinsel, and so I created a stitch inspired by it! As we learn how to crochet the tinsel stitch, we’ll be using a technique called surface crochet. Be sure to keep reading to find out more info about this technique!

Before beginning surface crochet, there are a few terms you need to know:

Background Square: this is the piece of fabric we will begin with making for each stitch pattern. It is usually a simple square using either sc or dc. I have added some rows that include chain spaces because we will work around these when we do the surface crochet. 

Ch/Sc Rows: These are the rows I mentioned above! I will need to refer to them within the stitch patterns as ch/sc rows, because we will work our surface crochet mostly in these rows. As I said before, they are not just straight sc, but sc with chain loops. 

This stitch is also apart of a larger series called the Desert Blossom Stitch Along, which is running throughout all of 2019! Be sure to join the community in my Facebook Group HERE.

You can also view a Master List of all the stitch patterns that have been released! This way, you’ll be able to see pictures of all the individual stitches and learn your favorites!

Want to get rid of the ads? This stitch pattern is available as apart of a PDF bundle with 3 OTHER stitch patterns—all my December stitches! There are some pretty cool Christmas-themed stitches I know you’ll want to see! From this PDF, you can easily print out the patterns, or view it without ads.

Last thing before we get to the pattern…if you make this stitch, please share pictures!! I absolutely LOVE it when I’m able to see what you guys are making! You can post in the Facebook group, or tag me on Instagram.

How to Crochet the Tinsel Stitch

All right, let’s get started on this stitch pattern!

• To Pin this Tutorial to your Pinterest Boards, click HERE
• To get the PDF version of this pattern (+3 bonus stitch patterns!) click HERE
• To get the ENTIRE Desert Blossom Stitch Dictionary, click HERE

NOTES: 

1. Stitch pattern is multiple of 2+1
2. Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as dc
3. Ch 1 at beginning of rows does NOT count as sc

MATERIALS

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

• Worsted Weight Yarn (I used Red Heart Super Saver)
• Sport weight yarn (for “tinsel” – I used Vanna’s Glamour)
• H/5mm hook
• F/3.5mm hook

Instructions:

NOTE: For a picture tutorial going along with these written instructions, be sure to view the video above! It will show you pictures to help with any tricky steps. You can pause it at any time if you need to focus in on a given step!

Background Image:

With MC, fsc a multiple of 2+1 (to start with a chain stitch, you’ll need a multiple of 2, and then one row of single crochet). 

Row 1: Ch 3, dc across, turn. 

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first 2 sc. *Ch 2, sk next dc, sc in next dc. Rep from * until 1 dc left. Sc in last dc, turn. 

Row 3: Ch 3, dc in next sc. Dc in ea sc and ch-sp across, turn. Rep rows 2-3 until square is as big as you want. 

Last row: Ch 1, sc across, fasten off. 

Surface Crochet: 

With silver yarn, join with a sc around the post of the second sc from Row 2 (the ch/sc row).  *Ch 2, sc around dc from the row above. Ch 2, sc around the post of next sc from Row 2. You have now finished one “zigzag”.

Rep from * across the row. Basically, you are just creating a zigzag pattern by working in the sc from the Ch/Sc row, alternating with the dc in the row above, all while doing chs in between your sc. Once you work around your last sc, ch 3 and sc around the post of the last dc (make this toward the top of the dc)

Ch 3, and turn your work upside down so that you will be able to work your way across again from the opposite direction. Now sc around the post of the first sc from row 4 (the next ch/sc row). Ch 2, sc around the post of the 3rd dc from row 5.

Continue to repeat these steps across, zig-zagging your chains between dc and sc. When you get to the end of this row, you will do the same thing, just turning your square back around the right way again. Keep zig-zagging across the square until you’ve gone across all the sc/ch rows!

I hope you have enjoyed learning how to crochet the Tinsel Stitch. If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I would love to help!

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The puff stitch is a favorite of mine. It gives crocheting an extra air of elegance! We will make them into V’s for this stitch, and then alternate them in a neat way! The result is a classic stitch I know you’ll love.

If you make this stitch, please share pictures!! I absolutely LOVE it when I’m able to see what you guys are making! You can post in the Facebook group, or tag me on Instagram.

Want to get rid of the ads? This stitch pattern is available as apart of a PDF bundle with 3 OTHER stitch patterns—all my November stitches! From this PDF, you can easily print out the patterns, or view it without ads.

Also, in case you haven’t heard…this stitch was apart of the Desert Blossom Stitch Along. There is a now a huge library of unique crochet stitches on the blog! View the Master List here. This way, you’ll be able to see pictures of all the individual stitches and learn your favorites!

HOW TO CROCHET THE Alternating Puff STITCH

All right, let’s get started on this stitch pattern!

• To Pin this Tutorial to your Pinterest Boards, click HERE
• To get the PDF version of this pattern (+3 bonus stitch patterns!) click HERE
• To order the ENTIRE Desert Blossom Stitch Dictionary, click HERE

NOTES: 

1. Stitch pattern is multiple of 4+3
2. Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as dc

MATERIALS

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

• Worsted Weight Yarn (I used Red Heart Super Saver, but you can use anything)
• H/5mm Hook

SPECIAL STITCH: PUFF STITCH (PUFF ST)

YO, insert hook into indicated st. YO, pull up a loop. (YO, insert hook into same st, YO, pull up a loop) 2 times. YO, pull through 6 loops on hook. YO, pull through last 2 loops on hook.

Unfamiliar with this stitch? No problem! View this blog post or watch the video tutorial below before starting on the full alternating puff stitch pattern.

INSTRUCTIONS:

NOTE: For a picture tutorial going along with these written instructions, be sure to view the other video in this post! It will show you pictures to help with any tricky steps. You can pause it at any time if you need to focus in on a given step!

Fsc a multiple of 4+3 (to start with a chain stitch, you’ll need a multiple of 4, and then one row of single crochet). 

Row 1: Ch 3, dc in next fsc. *Sk next fsc, (puff st, ch 2, puff st) in next fsc. Sk next fsc, dc in next fsc. Rep from * until 1 fsc left. Dc in last fsc, turn. 

Row 2: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Sk next puff st, dc in next ch-2 sp. *Sk next puff st, (puff st, ch 2, puff st) in next dc. Sk next puff st, dc in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * until 1 puff st and 2 dc are left. Sk last puff st, dc in last 2 dc, turn. 

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Row 3: Ch 3, dc in next dc. (Puff st, ch 2, puff st) in next dc. *Sk next puff st, dc in next ch-2 sp. Sk next puff st, (puff st, ch 2, puff st) in next dc. Rep from * until 2 dc left. Dc in last 2 dc, turn. 

Rep rows 2-3 for stitch pattern!

I hope you have enjoyed learning this fun stitch pattern.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

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Fall is definitely my favorite season. I always feel so inspired by the color-changing leaves and cooler weather! Another thing I’ve always loved about fall is collecting pinecones. When I was younger, my family would go out and collect bags full of them for decoration, as well as for fires.

In my mind, I was always looking for the “perfect” pinecone, you know? It was disappointing to pick up a beautiful one only to find that it was wet and disgusting on the other side. Oh well, haha. The point is that pinecones are so much fun! I hope I’ve done them justice with this pinecone-inspired stitch.

So lets talk about the structure of this stitch. The main part is centered around puff stitches—we will alternate those with chain spaces for a neat effect! In between the section of puff stitches, there are small sections of single crochet and tiny chain spaces.

Overall, it’s easy and fun to make! Also, If you’re new to the puff stitch, don’t worry. I have a tutorial right here that you can check out (it’s not hard to make!)

If you make this stitch, please share pictures!! I absolutely LOVE it when I’m able to see what you guys are making! You can post in the Facebook group, or tag me on Instagram.

Want to get rid of the ads? This stitch pattern is available as apart of a PDF bundle with 3 OTHER stitch patterns—all my October stitches! From this PDF, you can easily print out the patterns, or view it without ads.

Also, in case you haven’t heard…this stitch is apart of the Desert Blossom Stitch Along, which is running throughout all of 2019! Be sure to view the master list of stitches released so far HERE, or join the community in my Facebook Group HERE.

HOW TO CROCHET THE PINECONE STITCH

All right, let’s get started on this stitch pattern!

• To Pin this Tutorial to your Pinterest Boards, click HERE
• To get the PDF version of this pattern (+3 bonus stitch patterns!) click HERE
• To pre-order the ENTIRE Desert Blossom Stitch Dictionary, click HERE

NOTES: 

1. Stitch pattern is multiple of 2+1
2. Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as dc

MATERIALS

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

• Worsted Weight Yarn (I used Mary Maxim Starlette, but you can use anything)
• H/5mm Hook

SPECIAL STITCH: PUFF STITCH (PUFF ST)

YO, insert hook into indicated st. YO, pull up a loop. (YO, insert hook into same st, YO, pull up a loop) 2 times. YO, pull through 6 loops on hook. YO, pull through last 2 loops on hook.

Instructions:

NOTE: For a picture tutorial going along with these written instructions, be sure to view the video in the player! It will show you pictures to help with any tricky steps. You can pause it at any time if you need to focus in on a given step!

Fsc a multiple of 2+1 (to start with a chain stitch, you’ll need a multiple of 2, and then one row of single crochet). 

Row 1: Ch 3, dc in next fsc. *Ch 1, Sk next fsc, puff st in next fsc. Rep from * until 3 fsc left. Ch 1, sk next fsc, dc in last 2 fsc, turn.

Row 2: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Puff st in next ch-sp. *Ch 1, sk next puff st, puff st in next ch-sp. Rep from * across all ch-sps. Dc in last 2 dc, turn. 

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first 2 dc, sc in next puff st. *Sc in next ch-sp, sc in next puff st. Rep from * until 2 dc left. Sc in last 2 dc, turn. (You should have the same amount of sc as your fsc row.)

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Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first sc. *Ch 2, sk next sc, sc in next sc. Rep from * across, turn. 

Row 5: Ch 1, sc in ea sc and ea ch-sp across, turn. (You should have the same amount of sc as your fsc row.)

Row 6: Ch 3, dc in next sc. *Ch 1, sk next sc, puff st in next sc. Rep from * until 3 sc left. Ch 1, sk next sc, dc in last 2 sc, turn.

Rep rows 2-6 for stitch pattern!

I hope you have enjoyed learning this fun stitch pattern.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

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As I said before, the Harvest Stitch, along with the other November stitches, utilizes one of my favorite stitches, the Puff Stitch. Puff stitches can be used in a variety of ways, and there are a lot of variations of this stitch out there. I want to give you 4 simple but interesting variations!

So, the Harvest stitch uses 2 puff stitches separated by a chain space to create a pretty v-stitch. Then, these puff v’s are stacked on top of each other and separated by 2 dc to make a neat “harvesty” look!

If you’re new to the puff stitch, do not worry. I have created a revised video that shows you specifically how to make the Harvest Stitch step by step! Keep scrolling down to the instructions to find the video!

One other great thing about this stitch pattern: it only has 1 repeating row! Once you learn that row, you can just keep repeating it over and over again, and the result is this beautiful stitch! I don’t know about you, but I love stitches that are easy enough to do while watching Netflix, but are still different from the simple crochet stitches.

If you make this stitch, please share pictures!! I absolutely LOVE it when I’m able to see what you guys are making! You can post in the Facebook group, or tag me on Instagram.

Want to get rid of the ads? This stitch pattern is available as apart of a PDF bundle with 3 OTHER stitch patterns—all my October stitches! From this PDF, you can easily print out the patterns, or view it without ads.

HOW TO CROCHET THE HARVEST STITCH

All right, let’s get started on this stitch pattern!

• To Pin this Tutorial to your Pinterest Boards, click HERE
• To get the PDF version of this pattern (+3 bonus stitch patterns!) click HERE
• To pre-order the ENTIRE Desert Blossom Stitch Dictionary, click HERE

NOTES: 

1. Stitch pattern is multiple of 7+2
2. Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as dc

MATERIALS

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

• Worsted Weight Yarn (I used Sugarbush Bold, but you can use anything)
• H/5mm Hook

Special Stitch: Puff Stitch (Puff st)

YO, insert hook into indicated st. YO, pull up a loop. (YO, insert hook into same st, YO, pull up a loop) 2 times. YO, pull through 6 loops on hook. YO, pull through last 2 loops on hook.

For a full tutorial on the puff stitch, click here.

Revamped Video Tutorial:

I am happy to tell you that I’ve made a NEW video tutorial for this stitch that actually shows you the steps in real time! Check it out below!

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Written INSTRUCTIONS: 

NOTE: For a picture tutorial going along with these written instructions, be sure to scroll down farther in this post! It will show you pictures to help with any tricky steps.

Fsc a multiple of 7+2 (to start with a chain stitch, you’ll need a multiple of 7+3, and then one row of single crochet). 

Row 1: Ch 3, dc in next dc. *Sk 2 sts, puff st in next fsc. Ch 2, puff st in same fsc. Sk 2 fsc, dc in next 2 fsc. Rep from * across, turn. 

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Row 2: Ch 3, dc in next dc. *Sk next puff st. (Puff stitch, ch 2, puff st) in next ch-2 sp. Sk next puff st, dc in next 2 dc. Rep from * across, turn.

Rep row 2 for stitch pattern!

Harvest Stitch Photo Tutorial

Below you can see the beginning of Row 1. Start by making a chain 3 and double crocheting in the next fsc. Then, make a puff stitch, chain 2, and another puff stitch in the same fsc.

Skip 2 fsc, then make 2 regular double crochet. Continue repeating across Row 1 so it looks like this:

Row 2 will be largely the same, except we’ll be working the ch-2 spaces from the row below.

Start by chaining 3 again, and double crocheting in the next dc. This time for the puff stitches, you will work in the ch-2 space from Row 1. Then, double crochet in the next 2 dc.

Repeat across.

This stitch is really so simple because now you just have to repeat row 2 to your desired length!

I hope you have enjoyed learning this fun stitch pattern.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

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Whew! I can hardly believe it is November. We are getting so close to the end of 2019, and therefore the end of the Desert Blossom Stitch Along! It is crazy to me how fast this year has gone.

In case you’re wondering, this stitch for today is actually included in the October bundle. I know it’s confusing, but basically, I got super behind last month, and since there are 5 weeks in November, I decided to postpone things for a week. So next Saturday the official November stitches will be starting!

For now though, we can enjoy this super simple pattern: the Triple Ridge Stitch!

So, let’s talk about this stitch a little bit. As I said before, it uses the back loop technique. However, it uses it in a unique way, because we’ll do different size stitches (tr, sc, etc) to give the ridges different heights! It’s super simple in that there is no specific stitch multiple—you can make a foundation row with ANY number of chains/fsc.

If you make this stitch, please share pictures!! I absolutely LOVE it when I’m able to see what you guys are making! You can post in the Facebook group, or tag me on Instagram.

Want to get rid of the ads? This stitch pattern is available as apart of a PDF bundle with 3 OTHER stitch patterns—all my October stitches! From this PDF, you can easily print out the patterns, or view it without ads.

How to Crochet the Triple Ridge Stitch

All right, let’s get started on this stitch pattern!

• To Pin this Tutorial to your Pinterest Boards, click HERE
• To get the PDF version of this pattern (+3 bonus stitch patterns!) click HERE
• To pre-order the ENTIRE Desert Blossom Stitch Dictionary, click HERE

NOTES: 

1. Stitch pattern is multiple of ANYTHING!
2. Ch 4 at beginning of rows counts as tr
3. Ch 1 at beginning of rows does NOT count as sc

MATERIALS

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

• DK Weight Yarn (I used Mary Maxim Mellowspun)
• H/5mm Hook

Instructions: 

Fsc any number (to start with a chain stitch, you’ll need to add one ch to whatever number you decide on, and do one row of single crochet). 

Row 1: Ch 1, sc across, turn. 

Row 2: Ch 4, tr in ea st across, turn.

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in BL of ea tr across, turn.

Row 4: Ch 1, sc in ea sc across, turn.

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Row 5: Ch 4, tr in the BL of ea sc across, turn.

Row 6: Ch 1, sc in BL of ea tr across, turn.

Row 7: Ch 1, sc in BL of ea sc across, turn.

Row 8: Ch 4, tr in the BL of ea sc across, turn.

Rep rows 3-8 for stitch pattern!

I hope you have enjoyed learning how to crochet the Triple Ridge Stitch. If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I would love to help!

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When you hear “Flying V-Stitch” what does it make you think of? I hope it brings to mind the only v’s that fly—birds! That’s right, this stitch was inspired by the beautiful v formation that migrating birds fly in!

We will use regular v-stitches, along with some front post stitches to create the neat V effect you see in this stitch.

If you want an easily printable version of this pattern, there is another option, and it comes with more stitch patterns! The PDF version of this stitch pattern includes all the others in September—it can be found HERE. This PDF is inexpensive and ad-free.

Also, in case you haven’t heard…this stitch is apart of the Desert Blossom Stitch Along, which is running throughout all of 2019! We are more than halfway through the year, but you can still jump in now if you’d like to! Be sure to view the master list of stitches released so far HERE, or join the community in my Facebook Group HERE.

I absolutely LOVE it when you guys make the stitches and share pictures! Please, please, please, share if you’ve made one of them! You can post in the Facebook group, or tag me on Instagram.

How to Crochet the Flying V-Stitch

All right, let’s jump right in!

• To Pin this Tutorial to your Pinterest Boards, click HERE
• To get the PDF version of this pattern (+3 bonus stitch patterns!) click HERE
• To pre-order the ENTIRE Desert Blossom Stitch Dictionary, click HERE

Notes

• Stitch pattern is a multiple of 6+3
• Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as a dc

Materials

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

1. Red heart super saver yarn (worsted weight)
2. H/8 (5mm) crochet hook

Instructions

NOTE: For a picture tutorial going along with these written instructions, be sure to view the video above! It will show you pictures to help with any tricky steps. You can pause it at any time if you need to focus in on a given step!

Fsc a multiple of 6+3 (to start with a chain stitch, you’ll need a multiple of 6+4, and then one row of single crochet). 

Row 1: Ch 3, dc in ea fsc across. Turn. 

Row 2: Ch 3, dc in next dc. *Sk 2 dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc. Rep from * until 4 sts left. Sk 2 dc, dc in last 2 dc. Turn. 

Row 3: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Fpdc over next dc. Ch 4, sk ch-2 sp, fpdc over next dc. *Sk next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp. Sk next dc, fpdc over next dc. Ch 4, sk ch-2 sp, fpdc over next dc. Rep from * until 2 dc left. Dc in last 2 dc. Turn. 

Row 4: Ch 3, dc in next 2 dc. *3 dc in next ch-4 sp, dc in next 3 dc. Rep from * across. Turn. 

Row 5: Ch 1, sc in ea st across. 

Rep rows 2-5 for stitch pattern!

I hope you have enjoyed learning this fun stitch pattern.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

SHARING IS CARING!

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Happy Crocheting!

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Have you ever tried bobbles before? They’re a lot of fun! The bobbles used in this stitch are small but they still make an impact. The eyelets of the chains right above them make them stand out even more!

Personally, I love how this stitch combines texture with a hint of lace. You could easily incorporate it into a variety of designs!

Also, in case you haven’t heard…this stitch is apart of the Desert Blossom Stitch Along, which is running throughout all of 2019! We are more than halfway through the year, but you can still jump in now if you’d like to! Be sure to view the master list of stitches released so far HERE, or join the community in my Facebook Group HERE.

The goal of the stitch-along is to empower other crocheters to start designing themselves! If you ever design a pattern using one of my stitches, please let me know! I’d love to share stories about how you are using them.

You can also get an easily printable version of this stitch pattern, plus 3 OTHER stitch patterns (all the ones coming in September!) when you click HERE. This PDF is inexpensive and ad-free.

How to Crochet the Bobble Eyelet Stitch

All right, let’s get started!

• To Pin this Tutorial to your Pinterest Boards, click HERE
• To get the PDF version of this pattern (+3 bonus stitch patterns!) click HERE
• To pre-order the ENTIRE Desert Blossom Stitch Dictionary, click HERE

Notes

• Stitch pattern is multiple of 3+2
• Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as dc

Materials

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

1. Red Heart super saver yarn (Worsted Weight)
2. H/8 (5mm) crochet hook

Instructions:

NOTE: For a picture tutorial going along with these written instructions, be sure to view the video above! It will show you pictures to help with any tricky steps. You can pause it at any time if you need to focus in on a given step!

Fsc a multiple of 3+2 (to start with a chain stitch, you’ll need a multiple of 3, and then one row of single crochet). 

Row 1: Ch 3, dc across.Turn. 

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first st. *Bobble in next st, sc in next 2 sts. Rep from * until 1 st left. Sc in last st. Turn. 

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first st. Ch 2, Sk next st, sc in next st. *Ch 3, sk 2 sts, sc in next st. Rep from * until 2 sts left. Ch 2, sk next st, sc in last st. Turn. 

Like this pattern so far? Be sure to grab the PDF containing ALL of September’s stitch patterns HERE!

Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first st. Sc in next ch-2 sp, sc in next sc. *2 sc in next ch-3 sp, sc in next sc. Rep from * until 1 ch-2 sp left. Sc in last ch-2 sp, sc in last sc. Turn.

Row 5: Ch 3, dc in ea st across. Turn. 

Rep rows 2-5 for stitch pattern!

I hope you have enjoyed learning this fun stitch pattern.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

SHARING IS CARING!

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Happy Crocheting!

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This stitch uses post stitches and v-stitches to create a neat trellis effect! When I asked for name suggestions on Instagram, some of you said it also looked like a garden gate.

Which I actually loved! But “Garden gate stitch” just didn’t sound right. So Trellis Stitch is second best!

If you haven’t joined my Stitch Along yet, it’s not too late! I’m releasing 4 stitch patterns per month, and you can jump in at any time! Be sure to join the Stitch Along community in my Facebook group HERE. Or follow me on Instagram to see new stitches there.

You can also view the master list of stitches that have been released so far by clicking HERE! There are definitely some more cool ones you will want to check out.

One of the goals of the #desertblossomstitchalong has been to empower you guys to expand your crochet knowledge and take the step out into designing.

It has been AWESOME to see some of you designing patterns with these stitches!

Last thing before we get started on this stitch: I created a bundle of 4 stitch patterns on Etsy which can be found here. Included is the Trellis Stitch, plus 3 OTHER stitch patterns (all of the ones from July, see picture below!) The stitches are written out for easy printing. Find this bundle HERE!

How to Crochet the Trellis Stitch

• To Pin this Tutorial to your Pinterest Boards, click HERE
• To get the PDF version of this pattern (+3 bonus stitch patterns!) click HERE
• To pre-order the ENTIRE library of stitches in the Stitch Along, click HERE

Notes

• Stitch Pattern is a multiple of 8+7
• Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as dc

Materials

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

• Red Heart Super Saver Yarn
• I/9 Crochet Hook

1/ Royalty Scarf2/ Liberty Bell3/ Helena Shawl

Instructions

Note: View the video above for pictures to go along with each row!

Fsc a multiple of 8+7 (to start with a chain stitch, you’ll need a multiple of 8, and then one row of single crochet).

Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as dc, here and throughout) dc in next fsc. Sk 1 fsc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next fsc. *Sk next fsc, dc in next 5 fsc. Sk next fsc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next fsc. Rep from * until 3 fsc left. Sk next fsc, dc in last 2 fsc. Turn.

Row 2: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Dc in next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next dc. *Fpdc over next dc. Sk next dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc. Sk next dc, fpdc over next dc. Dc in next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next dc. Rep from * until 2 dc left. Dc in last 2 dc. Turn.

Row 3: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Sk next dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc. *Sk next dc, bpdc over next fpdc. Dc in next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next dc. Bpdc over next fpdc. Sk next dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc. Rep from * until 3 dc left. Sk next dc, dc in last 2 dc. Turn.

Row 4: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Dc in next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next dc. *Fpdc over next bpdc. Sk next dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc. Sk next dc, fpdc over next bpdc. Dc in next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next dc. Rep from * until 2 dc left. Dc in last 2 dc. Turn.

Row 5: Rep row 3.

Rep rows 4-5 for stitch pattern!

I hope you have enjoyed learning this fun stitch pattern.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

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—Rachel

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Another color-work stitch! Color work can be both exciting but also scary. I promise, this stitch makes it very simple. It uses the same technique as the Americana Stitch, which was the first stitch released in July!

The Extended single crochet stitch is made up entirely of single crochet (in case you couldn’t tell by the name ) but it uses a special kind of single crochet—an extended version.

Follow the tutorial in the pattern to see how to work this stitch!

If you haven’t joined my Stitch Along yet, it’s not too late! I’m releasing 4 stitch patterns per month, but you can jump in at any time! Be sure to join the Stitch Along community in my Facebook group HERE. Or follow me on Instagram to see new stitches there.

You can also view the master list of stitches that have been released so far by clicking HERE! There are definitely some more cool ones you will want to check out.

Last thing before we get started on this stitch: I created a bundle of 4 stitch patterns on Etsy which can be found here. Included is the Extended Single Crochet Stitch, plus 3 OTHER stitch patterns (all of the ones that will be released in July!) The stitches are written out for easy printing. Find this bundle HERE!

How to Crochet the Extended Single Crochet Stitch

• To Pin this Tutorial to your Pinterest Boards, click HERE
• To get the PDF version of this pattern (+3 bonus stitch patterns!) click HERE
• To pre-order the ENTIRE library of stitches in the Stitch Along, click HERE

Notes

• Stitch pattern is a multiple of 3+2
• Ch 1 at beginning of rows does NOT count as st
• This stitch changes color each row. See tutorial for how to transition
• Be sure to carry unused colors throughout rows. This way you will not have a ton of ends to weave in at the end!

Materials

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

• Red Heart Super Saver Yarn
• H/8 Crochet Hook

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Special Stitch:

Extended Single Crochet: YO, insert hook in next st from the PREVIOUS ROW. Draw up a loop to same height as regular sc. YO, pull through two loops.

Tutorial Below:

Instructions

Fsc a multiple of 3+2 (to start with a chain stitch, you will need a multiple of 3, and then a row of single crochet).

Row 1: Ch 1, sc in ea st until one fsc left. Begin last sc, but YO with new color to change colors seamlessly. Pictures below:

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first sc. Sc in next sc. Extended sc in next st. *Sc in next 2 sc, extended sc in next st. Rep from * until 2 sts left. Sc in last 2 sc, changing colors on last sc. Turn.

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first sc and ea sc across. Change colors on last sc. Turn.

Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first sc. *Extended sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts. Rep from * until 1 st left. Sc in last st, changing colors as usual. Turn.

Row 5: Rep row 3.

Row 6: Ch 1, Sc in first sc. *Sc in next 2 sts, extended sc in next st. Rep from * until 1 sc left. Sc in last st, changing colors as usual. Turn.

Row 7: Rep row 3.

Rep rows 2-7 for stitch pattern!

I hope you have enjoyed learning this fun stitch pattern.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

SHARING IS CARING!

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Happy Crocheting!

Happy Crocheting!

—Rachel

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For this stitch we’ll learn how to easily change colors back and forth in rows…without fastening off! The result is a great red & white American themed stitch.

If you haven’t joined my Stitch Along yet, it’s not too late! I’m releasing 4 stitch patterns per month, but you can jump in at any time! Be sure to join the Stitch Along community in my Facebook group HERE. Or follow me on Instagram to see new stitches there.

You can also view the master list of stitches that have been released so far by clicking HERE! There are definitely some more cool ones you will want to check out.

Last thing before we get started on this stitch: I created a bundle of 4 stitch patterns on Etsy which can be found here. Included is the Americana Stitch, plus 3 OTHER stitch patterns (all of the ones that will be released in July!) The stitches are written out for easy printing. Find this bundle HERE!

How to Crochet the Americana Stitch

• To Pin this Tutorial to your Pinterest Boards, click HERE
• To get the PDF version of this pattern (+3 bonus stitch patterns!) click HERE
• To pre-order the ENTIRE library of stitches in the Stitch Along, click HERE

Notes

• Stitch pattern is a multiple of 3
• Ch 1 at beginning of rows does NOT count as st

Materials

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

• Red Heart Super Saver Yarn
• J/10 Crochet Hook

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1/ Niagara Cardigan 2/ New York Sign 3/ Wave Shawl

Instructions:

Fsc a multiple of 3 (to start with a chain stitch, you’ll need a multiple of 3+1, and then one row of single crochet).

Row 1: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st, here and throughout) sc in first st. (Sc, ch 2, sc) in next fsc. *Sk 2 fsc. (Sc, ch 2, sc) in next fsc. Rep from * until 1 st left. Sc in last fsc (change colors on this st). Turn.

Changing colors:

Like this pattern so far? Be sure to check out the printer-friendly version (plus 3 BONUS stitch patterns—see picture below!)

Click HERE for more information!

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first st. Sk next sc, (sc, ch 2, sc) in next ch-2 sp. *Sk 2 sc, (sc, ch 2, sc) in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * until 2 sts left. Sk next sc, sc in last sc (change colors on this st). Turn.

Another note on color changes: don’t forget to CARRY the unused color so that you’ll have less ends to weave in. For example, as shown in the picture below, I will be working with red, and crocheting OVER the white strand across the row.

Rep row 2 for stitch pattern!

I hope you have enjoyed learning this fun stitch pattern.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

SHARING IS CARING!

If you did enjoy this post, I would love if you shared it in the following places so many MORE people can see it!

• Pin to Pinterest – just hover over any of the photos in this post and click “save”
• Tag me in your Instagram posts
• Share photos in my Facebook Group

Happy Crocheting!

Happy Crocheting!

—Rachel

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