The block stitch, named after the English term “block stitch,” lives up to its name. This cheerful crochet pattern has a sturdy look and can be used, for example, to make trendy cushions or a chic bedspread. Read on here for the pattern and give it a try!
The block stitch isn't very well known in the Netherlands, so we're breathing some (new) life into it here! After all, isn't it fun to try out new stitches?
You can actually use any type of yarn to crochet the block stitch. So feel free to combine bright, vibrant colors or, conversely, deep, muted tones.
If you’re looking for a fun yarn to crochet with, you’ll quickly find that cotton yarns are the way to go. Good choices for Crochet Cotton include Phil Coton 4 or Rico Creative Cotton Aran. Of course, thicker yarns like Lana Grossa Cotton Mix 130 / Cotton Mix 80 or Phildar Aviso are also lovely! Choose a solid color or one with a print. The print adds a nice touch!
There are so many ways to vary the block stitch! It’s great for blankets, baby blankets, or cushions. But why not use it to make a light, airy summer sweater?
Crochet each row in a different color, or keep the double crochets in one color and crochet the chain stitches and single crochets in a different color each time—you'll get a different effect!
Stitches used:
Crochet block stitch pattern:
Cast on a number of stitches. Make sure you always have a multiple of 3 plus 1.
For this square, we’ll crochet 31 sts + 1 ch.
Row 1: single crochet = 30 single crochets.
Row 2: 3 chain stitches (1st double crochet), 1 double crochet, *skip 2 stitches, 3 double crochets in the next single crochet. Repeat from *.
Row 3: 1 chain stitch (1st single crochet), 1 single crochet, *1 single crochet in the space between the groups of 3 double crochets, 3 chain stitches. Repeat from *.
Row 4: 3 chain stitches (1st double crochet), 1 double crochet, *crochet 3 double crochets into the chain loop. Repeat from *.
Repeat rows 3 and 4 continuously.
Counting pattern:
Crocheting the Block Stitch: Get Inspired!
Want to help make this stitch all the rage in the Netherlands, too? Get inspired by images on Pinterest. There isn't much to be found (yet) under the name "bloksteek," but use the search terms "block" and "stitch" and get inspired!
The block stitch: Are you going to give it a try, too?
