How to crochet the Crunch Stitch
The crunch stitch is very similar to the even moss stitch, but is worked slightly differently. It is a very simple stitch, which gives a nice texture on both sides of your work. If you are a beginner, this is definitely a fun stitch to try.
I used this stitch for the pattern of Lisa’s Potholders.
For the Crunch stitch, you will have to chain a multiple of 2 + 1. I will explain 2 rows, you will keep repeating row 2, until your work has reached the desired size.
Basic Stitches
Below you will find the video tutorial (including crochet chart) and written instructions of the Crunch Stitch.
Video Tutorial + chart: How to crochet the Crunch Stitch
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- 0:00 introduction Crunch stitch
- 0:48 Row 1
- 1:53 Row 2
- 3:00 Crochet Chart
Written instructions
Chain 1 multiple of 2 + 1
Row 1
Work 1 slip stitch in the 3rd chain from the hook (the first 2 chains count as a half double crochet). *1 half double crochet in next chain, 1 slip stitch in next chain* repeat between * and * until the end of the row. Turn.
Row 2
Chain 2 (count as 1st half double crochet). 1 slip stitch in the 2nd stitch. *1 half double crochet in the next stitch, 1 slip stitch in the next stitch* repeat between * and * until the end of the row. (NB, the last slip stitch is worked into the turning chain of the previous row. Turn.
Keep repeating row 2
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