In this crochet stitch tutorial you’ll learn how to crochet the cross pattern stitch.
The cross pattern stitch is a amazing textured crochet stitch and it gives a wonderful finish to any crochet project.
You’ll have a great photo tutorial to help you learn this crochet stitch, as well as a simple video.
Let’s dive into this stunning textured crochet stitch pattern.
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About the cross pattern crochet stitch pattern
I know it as the “cross pattern” due to the lovely cross that the stitch make, but it may be known under many names.
In this crochet stitch tutorial you’ll learn how to crochet the cross pattern stitch.
Project level: Easy
Materials
Crochet Hook
Use any crochet hook size that works with your yarn.
Yarn
Use any yarn you like for this stitch.
If you’re following a crochet pattern, use the crochet hook and yarn suggested to get the correct gauge.
Crochet a Blanket
Use this crochet stitch pattern to crochet a blanket! Learn more about crochet blanket sizes & making one with any size crochet hook & yarn:
Crochet Pattern Notes
- This pattern is a stitch multiple of 6 stitches and a row repeat of 4.
Abbreviations
- beg = beginning
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet
- DCCR = cross – special stitch
- st = stitch(es)
We try our best to include all crochet abbreviations in the list above for the crochet pattern, but sometimes we may forget one or two.
Learn more about crochet abbreviations & find a complete list on our Crochet Abbreviations & Terms post.
Instructions for the cross pattern crochet stitch pattern
Written Instructions:
Cross Pattern
Special Stitch – DCCR (cross): Skip the next 2 dc, 1 dc in the same place as the basis for the next st, 1 dc in the second of the 2 st that you skipped, 1 dc in the same place as the basis of the first st you skipped.
Row 1: 1 dc in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in each ch across row, turn. (or crochet single crochet).
Row 2: Ch 3, skip first dc, 1 dc in each dc and finish with 1 dc in 3rd 3 ch. Turn.
Row 3: Ch 3, skip first dc, *1 DCCR over the next 3 dc, 1 dc in each of the following 3 dc, repeat from * and finish with 1 DCCR over the last 3 dc, 1 dc in 3rd 3 ch from beg of last row. Turn.
Row 4: Repeat row 2.
Row 5: Ch 3, skip the first dc, *1 dc in each of next 3 dc, 1 DCCR over the next 3 dc, repeat from * and finish with 1 dc in each of last 3 dc and 1 st in the 3rd 3 ch from beg of last row. Turn.
Repeat rows 2-5.
Step-by-step Photo Instructions
Setup row: Ch a multiple of 6 stitches. Sc 1 in 2nd ch from hook and in each st across.
Chain 3 stitches to start the first row.
Crochet double crochet stitches across the row.
Chain 3 stitches to start the second row.
Yarn over and skip the next 2 “Double Crochet” (dc). Notice that my nail is pointing on the basis of the next stitch (third stitch).
Showing how to insert the crochet hook in the basis of a stitch.
Showing the crochet hook inserted into the basis of a stitch, ready to pull up a loop.
Pull up a loop, you have 3 loops on your crochet hook.
From here you just finish a normal “Double Crochet”. Yarn over and pull through 2, yarn over and pull through 2.
This picture is showing you how it should look when you have finished 1 “Double Crochet” (dc) in the basis of the next stitch.
Double crochet 1 in the second of the 2 stitches that you skipped. This picture is showing how it looks after crocheting that double crochet.
Find the the basis of the first stitch you skipped. This picture is showing you where the “Double Crochet” should go, in the basis of the first stitch you skipped.
Crochet 1 double crochet in the basis of the first stitch you skipped. This picture is showing how it should look when you have finished the “Double Crochet”.
Double crochet in the next 3 stitches.
Repeat steps 5-13 until end of row. End row with double crochet in third chain from beginning of row.
Every other row: Crochet Double Crochet stitches across the row.
Every other row: Start with steps 5-12 or 13 every other time
