Interlocking Block Stitch (Plaid Stitch)

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Learn How To Crochet The Interlocking Block Stitch (aka Plaid Stitch)

If you are looking for a solid and versatile stitch for your project that looks beautiful from both sides, the interlocking block stitch is the one for you.

The interlocking block stitch is sometimes known as the plaid stitch because, when crocheted by alternating three colors, it gives a wonderful plaid effect to your work.

I used this colorwork to create the Baby’s First Christmas Blanket.

In this tutorial, I will show you step by step how to create the interlocking block stitch using three colors to create the plaid effect.

The tutorial contains detailed photos and explanations and a video for those who find it easier to learn by watching how is it done.

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About The Interlocking Block Stitch

My tutorial shows you how to crochet this stitch using three colors, but you can use as many or as few colors as you like.

You can use the interlocking block stitch to create beautiful, intricate colorwork designs or keep it simple by using just one color and it will look just as beautiful.

When alternating three colors, as I did in Baby’s First Christmas Blanket, the color changes are seamless and you don’t need to cut the yarn after switching.

Isn’t that wonderful? No ends to weave in!

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Video Tutorial

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For those who learn better by watching videos, I have created a video tutorial on the interlocking block stitch, you can find it on Crafting Happiness YouTube Channel.

Interlocking Block Stitch (aka Plaid Stitch) Crochet Tutorial For Beginners

In this video I will show:

you how to crochet the interlocking block stitch
how to change colors
how to hide the colors with a single crochet border.

Learn The Basic Crochet Stitches

How to use this stitch

baby blankets and afghans
cushions
shawls and scarves
hats and gloves
garments
accessories

Pattern Notes

Pattern Characteristics

solid
flat
double-sided

Pattern Repeat

Multiples of 6 chains
2-row repeat

Supplies Used

King Cole Pricewise DK in red, green and white
6.5mm crochet hook
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Abbreviations

Pattern written in US terms using Craft Yarn Council abbreviations.

ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sk – skip
yo – yarn over
sc – single crochet

long sc – long single crochet
long hdc – long half double crochet
long dc – long double crochet
dc – double crochet
hdc – half double crochet

Special Stitches

Long SC / Long HDC / Long DC: These stitches are a variation of the traditional ones. The only difference is that they are crocheted one row below the usual one.

The below example shows how the double crochet stitches in green are crocheted one row below into the white stitches, making it long double crochet.

Interlocking Block Stitch (aka Plaid Stitch) Crochet Tutorial For Beginners Step by Step

Interlocking Block Stitch – Written Tutorial

The pattern consists of a repeat of 2 rows while you also change the colors. The order in which I alternated the colors was green, white, and red, feel free to experiment with your own color combinations and use as many colors as you like.

With 6.5mm hook and green yarn chain 24 or any multiples of 6 chains.

Row 1: dc in 4th ch from hook, dc, *ch3, sk3, 3dc*, repeat ** until the end of the row.

Change colors to white and turn.

Row 2: ch3, sk3, *3 long dc, ch3, sk3*, repeat until the end of the row, sl st.

Switch to red and turn.

Row 3: long sc in the very first stitch, ch2 (counts as the first long dc), 2 long dc, *ch3, sk3, 3 long dc*, repeat ** until the end of the row.

From this point on, repeat Rows 2 & 3 (not forgetting to alternate the 3 colors) until you have the desired length and are ready to crochet the final row.

Make sure the final row in the blanket will be crocheted in green.

Final Row: sc in the very first stitch, 2sc, *3 long hdc, 3sc*, repeat ** until the end of the row, don’t turn, don’t cut the green yarn.

Now you can crochet a single crochet border around your work to hide the color changes made on both sides. You can see how I did it in Interlocking Block Stitch Crochet Tutorial.

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Pattern Swatch

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