30 Crochet Stitches For All Skill Levels
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In your journey to becoming an amazing crocheter, you will soon realize that crochet stitches are at the very core of what you do as a crocheter.
Learn about 30 of the key crochet stitches here with our crochet stitch guide, so that you’ll never be stuck for what to do next, or the placement of your crochet hooks.
Beginner Crochet Stitches
While learning to crochet, mastering the basic crochet stitches will become your saving grace similar to knitting, crochet is a compilation of repeat crochet stitches.
So in order to make that beautiful scarf, that Instagram-worthy home decor item, that hat, fun accessories, or that gorgeous crochet baby blanket, you need to learn the basic stitches.
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What are the basic crochet stitches?
The basic crochet stitches here include – The chain stitch, the single crochet stitch, the double crochet stitch, the half double crochet stitch, the treble crochet stitch, and the slip stitch.
Advanced Crochet Stitches
Once you have mastered the simple stitches, you might want to move on to more complicated, different crochet stitches.
That provides a more complicated-looking crochet project (worthy of the Pinterest boards) and a lovely texture.
Although you don’t need to move away from the easy stitches you probably soon wonder what else can I try?
What are the advanced crochet stitches?
The advanced crochet stitches here include – the granite stitch (aka the moss stitch), the bobble stitch, the popcorn stitch, the crochet shell stitch, the alpine stitch, the linen stitch, the herringbone stitch, the ripple stitch, the tulip stitch, the chevron stitch, the sedge stitch, the mesh stitch, the crochet rib stitch, the puff stitch, and the cluster stitch.
Intermediate Crochet Stitches
Once you master all the simple and advanced beginner crochet stitches you feel comfortable moving on to trickier crochet stitches.
You can give a chance to the intermediate more unique crochet stitches.
There are many interesting crochet stitch patterns you can give a chance to, you can try making a small pattern in the beginning or add it to the edges of a more simple stitch pattern project to make it more unique and interesting.
What are the intermediate crochet stitches?
The intermediate crochet stitches here include – The diamond stitch, the crocodile stitch, the cable stitch, the star stitch, the iris stitch, the waffle stitch, the loop stitch, and the granny stripe stitch.
Just Keep Practicing
No matter your skill level when you are first trying out a stitch it can look a little bit scary but the only thing that will get you there is practice.
Read the stitch tutorial, watch YouTube videos, and practice, and it’s always better to make something small in this stitch even like a dishcloth or a washcloth until you get used to the stitch.
This is so you don’t mess up your pattern at first and stress yourself out, and even if you mess up and need to pull out a few rows or start over, it’s no big deal, crocheting is supposed to be fun and the only way to succeed is by practicing.
So grab your yarn and choose your next crochet stitch tutorial!
30 Crochet Stitches For All Skill Levels
30 crochet stitches for all skill levels - including beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate.
How To Start A Crochet Chain
Learn how to start a crochet chain with this tutorial.
This is essential for every crochet pattern so every beginner needs to learn the crochet chain stitch.
This includes a step-by-step photo tutorial
Skill Level - Beginners
How To Single Crochet {Step By Step}
Learn the basic single crochet stitch with this tutorial.
This stitch is used in most crochet patterns and is the foundation of other more complicated crochet stitches.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Beginners
How To Double Crochet {Step By Step}
Learn how to crochet the double crochet stitch with this tutorial.
It’s one of the basic stitches every crocheter needs to know.
The double crochet fabric is quite solid, perfect for bags, sweaters, afghans, shawls, and placemats.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Beginners
How to Half Double Crochet Stitch (hdc)
Learn how to crochet the half double stitch with this tutorial by SarahMaker.
The half-double crochet stitch makes a solid fabric without holes that are perfect for projects, like baby blankets, pillows, scarves, and sweaters.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial.
Skill Level - Beginners
How To Treble Crochet {Step By Step}
Learn how to crochet the treble crochet stitch else known as the triple crochet stitch with this tutorial.
The treble stitch creates a beautiful loose fabric for lighter summer projects.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Beginners
Learn How to Slip Stitch in Crochet
Learn how to crochet the slip stitch with this tutorial by The Spruce Crafts.
The slip stitch is used to add a more even, finished look at the borders of your project!
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Beginners
How To Crochet The Linen Stitch (Tutorial + Pattern)
Learn how to crochet the linen stitch, also known as the granite stitch and the moss stitch with this tutorial by Handy Little Me.
This crochet stitch provides a beautiful look and texture to your project.
This pattern includes a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
Bobble Stitch
Learn how to crochet the bobble stitch with this tutorial by Bella Coco Crochet.
This stitch gives a funky textured look to every crochet project.
This pattern includes a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
How To Crochet The Popcorn Stitch
Learn how to crochet the popcorn stitch with this tutorial.
This stitch gives a unique look and texture to your crochet projects.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
Crochet Shell Stitch
Learn how to crochet the shell stitch with this tutorial by BhookedCrochet.
This stitch is easy to make and creates a unique look and texture for your projects.
This pattern includes a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
The Alpine Stitch Crochet Pattern
Learn how to crochet the alpine stitch with this tutorial by Crafting Happiness.
This stitch is perfect for baby blankets, afghans, and garments.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
Linen (Moss) Stitch tutorial
Learn how to crochet the linen stitch with this free video tutorial by Bella Coco Crochet.
This stitch creates a nice fabric and it is perfect for scarves and tops
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
Herringbone Single Crochet Stitch Tutorial
Learn how to crochet the herringbone stitch with this tutorial by For The Frills.
This stitch creates a unique fabric and will look amazing in all your crochet projects.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
How to Crochet Ripple Stitch
Learn how to crochet the ripple stitch with this tutorial by The Spruce Crafts
This stitch creates a beautiful fabric and it's perfect for scarves, shawls, and blankets.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
How to Crochet the Tulip Stitch (Easy Tutorial)
Learn how to crochet the tulip stitch with this tutorial by Love Life Yarn.
This stitch creates a fun flowery look that will look amazing in all of your projects.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
Crochet Chevron Stitch
Learn how to crochet the chevron stitch with this tutorial by BhookedCrochet.
This stitch is easy to make and creates a unique look and texture for your projects.
This pattern includes a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
Sedge Stitch
Learn how to crochet the sedge stitch with this tutorial by CrochetAndStitches.
This stitch is perfect for blankets and easy to make once you master the basic stitches.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
How To Crochet An Easy Mesh Stitch
Learn how to crochet the mesh stitch with this free crochet pattern by Mama In A Stitch.
This stitch is ideal for blankets, shawls, and scarves.
This pattern includes a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
How to Single Crochet Rib Stitch
Learn how to crochet the rib stitch with this tutorial by Stitching Together.
The rib stitch gives a beautiful knitted look to your crochet projects.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
How to Crochet the Puff Stitch
Learn how to crochet the puff stitch with this video tutorial by Expression Fiber Arts.
This stitch is perfect for all crochet patterns.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
How to Crochet Cluster Stitch: Featuring 4 DC Cluster Instructions
Learn how to crochet the cluster stitch with this tutorial by The Spruce Crafts.
This crochet stitch is perfect for blankets, scarves, shawls, and many more projects.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
Keep Your Crochet on Point With Diamond Stitch
Learn how to crochet the diamond stitch with this free crochet pattern by The Spruce Crafts.
This crochet stitch pattern creates a beautiful diamond shape that’s perfect for all of your crochet projects.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial.
Skill Level - Intermediate
The Crocodile Stitch
Learn how to crochet the crocodile stitch else known as the scale stitch with this free crochet pattern by Moogly Blog.
This crochet stitch pattern is very unique and creates beautiful fabric.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Intermediate
Crochet Cable Stitches
Learn how to crochet the cable stitch with this tutorial by Craftsy.
This stitch creates beautiful cables that are perfect for every project.
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial.
Skill Level - Intermediate
How To: Crochet The Star Stitch
Learn how to crochet the star stitch with this free crochet pattern by Hopeful Honey.
This stitch creates a unique, full-of-stars fabric that’s perfect for blankets, baskets, and many more crochet projects.
This pattern includes a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Intermediate
Iris Stitch Crochet Tutorial
Learn how to crochet the iris stitch with this free crochet pattern by The Unravel Mitten.
This crochet stitch pattern is very unique and creates beautiful fabric.
This pattern includes a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Intermediate
Waffle Stitch
Learn how to crochet the waffle stitch with this free crochet pattern by Bella Coco Crochet.
This crochet stitch creates a fun texture and a beautiful look that’s perfect for every kind of project, especially blankets.
This pattern includes a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Intermediate
How to Crochet the Loop Stitch
Learn how to crochet the loop stitch with this free video tutorial by TL Yarn Crafts.
This stitch creates a fun and unique look perfect for any crochet project.
Skill Level - Intermediate
How To: Crochet The Granny Stripe Stitch
Learn how to crochet the granny stripe stitch with this free crochet pattern by Hopeful Honey.
This stitch creates a unique, beautiful fabric that’s perfect for blankets, washcloths, scarves, and pillows
This pattern includes a video tutorial and a step-by-step photo tutorial.
Skill Level - Intermediate
Vintage Fan Ripple Stitch
Learn how to crochet the vintage fan ripple stitch with this free crochet pattern by B Hooked Crochet.
This stitch creates a fun and unique look perfect for any crochet project.
This pattern includes a video tutorial.
Skill Level - Intermediate
