The Crunch Stitch – Video & Photo Tutorial

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The Crunch Stitch – Pattern Description

The Crunch Stitch is a double-sides 2-row repeat pattern constructed with alternating slip stitches and half double crochet stitches that create a dense and bumpy texture to your work.

It works great on any project that needs to look good from both sides and be warm such as baby blankets, modern afghans, hats, cowls, shawls, and accessories.

The Crunch Stitch is easy to remember once you’ve made the first couple of rows. You can watch your favorite show and crochet away without having to count stitches or rows.

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Video Tutorial

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How To Crochet The Crunch Stitch

Pattern Notes

Pattern Characteristics

solid
double-sided

Pattern Repeat

Multiples of 2ch
2-row repeat

Supplies Used

Marriner Yarns Aran
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5mm crochet hook

Abbreviations

Pattern written in US terms using Craft Yarn Council abbreviations.

st(s) – stitch(es)
ch – chain

sl st – slip stitch
hdc – half double crochet

Special Stitches

No special stitches were used in this pattern

Pattern Instructions

ch1 at the end of each row does not count as a stitch
stitches contained within ** are the repeat section for that row
TIP: if below you have a sl st, then you make a hdc, if below you have a hdc, then you make a sl st

Starting Chain: This pattern requires you to chain multiples of 2. My starting chain is 28ch.

Row 1: hdc in 2nd ch from hook, *sl st, hdc*, repeat until the end of the row, ch1, turn

Row 2: sl st, *hdc, sl st*, repeat until the end of the row, ch1, turn

Row 3: hdc, *sl st, hdc*, repeat until the end of the row, ch1, turn

Repeat rows 2 & 3 until you have the required length

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Pattern Swatch

Swatch crocheted in 2 alternating colors (2 rows in blue, 2 rows in pink & so on)

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