Great Crochet Pattern with Many Fabrics
🧶 Materials You’ll Need
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Yarn or fabric strips suitable for your project — the pattern works with “many fabrics,” meaning you can use standard yarn, chunky yarn, or even fabric/fabric-yarn strips.
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Crochet hook appropriate to your yarn/fabric size.
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Scissors, tapestry needle for finishing.
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Optional: stitch marker to mark start of rounds or repeats.
✏️ Abbreviations (US terms)
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ch = chain
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sc = single crochet
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hdc = half-double crochet
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dc = double crochet
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st(s) = stitch(es)
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rep = repeat
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Pattern unit = the number of sts that repeat across row/round.
🔍 Overview of the Pattern
The video presents a textured stitch pattern (likely built on a multiple stitch count) that can be repeated across rows/rounds, producing an interesting fabric. Because you can “apply with many fabrics”, the stitch is flexible: you can use it for flat fabric pieces, round worked items, or other shapes.
Below is a generic, tailored tutorial of how to work the stitch pattern, plus how to apply it to a project (say a square/rectangle). If you’re doing a round project, the same repeat applies — you’ll just join at each round.
✅ Step-by-Step Tutorial
Step 1: Setup & Foundation
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Decide your width or size of the piece (for example: 40 cm wide).
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Make a foundation chain of a multiple that fits the stitch repeat described below. (For example, if the repeat is multiple of 4 + 2, chain “4 × n + 2” where n is number of repeats).
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Let’s assume the pattern uses a multiple of 4 + 2 for this tutorial.
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So if you want approx 10 repeats, chain = 4×10 + 2 = 42 ch.
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Chain 1 (for turning) if needed, or begin your first row as per instructions.
Step 2: Row 1 – Establish Base
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In the 2nd ch from the hook, sc (or hdc) across all chains. (If you chained 42, you’d have 41 sc).
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At the end of the row, ch 1 and turn (if working flat).
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This gives you a solid base row and aligns the stitches for the texture.
Step 3: Row 2 – Texture Row A
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sc in next 2 sts, skip 1 st, dc in next st, skip 1 st; then sc in next 2 sts, skip 1 st, dc in next st, skip 1 st — rep from * to * across until last 2 sts, then sc in last 2 sts.
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Ch 1, turn.
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This creates alternating sc blocks and single dc “holes” or gaps, producing texture and openness.
Step 4: Row 3 – Texture Row B
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dc in first skipped “gap” from previous row (i.e., the skipped st of Row 2), sc in next 2 sts, dc in next skipped gap, sc in next 2 sts — so you shift the pattern by 2 stitches to offset the texture.
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Ch 1, turn.
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This row offsets the pattern, giving it a woven‐look or fabric effect.
Step 5: Repeat Rows 2 and 3
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Continue repeating Row 2 then Row 3 (i.e., A-B-A-B) until your piece reaches the desired length.
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Because you offset every other row, the fabric will build width and length evenly and remain relatively flat.
Step 6: Finishing Edges
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When you reach the size you want, work one or two rows of plain sc (or hdc) across to create a neat edge.
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You may also do a decorative border (for example: sc every stitch, then sk 1 st, 5 dc in next st (shell), sk 1 st, sc repeat around).
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Fasten off, cut yarn/strip, and weave in all ends with tapestry needle.
🔧 Adapting and Applying the Pattern
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Different fabrics / yarns: Because the pattern only uses sc and dc plus skip stitches, you can substitute bulky yarn (fewer chains for width) or fine yarn (more chains). Keep the multiple correct.
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Project types: Use this for blankets, scarves, shawls, cushions, even bags. For bags you may add lining or reinforce bottom.
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Working in rounds: If you want a round piece, make a multiple chain, join to form a loop, then work rounds using the same repeat (instead of turning). Mark the join and ensure skip/dc pattern aligns as you work around.
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Color changes: For multi-fabric look, switch yarn/fabric every few rows. The skip/dc pattern shows off color changes nicely.
📝 Quick Reference Table
Row | Action | Notes |
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1 | sc across foundation chain | Base row |
2 | sc x2, skip 1, dc 1, skip 1 across | Texture row A |
3 | dc in skip gap, sc x2 across | Texture row B (offset) |
4+ | Repeat rows 2 & 3 until desired length | |
Last | 1–2 rows plain sc + finish border | Neat edge + optional decorative finish |
✨ Tips from the Video & Pattern best practices
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Use even tension so the fabric stays balanced; large holes or puckers mean chain/skip counts need adjusting.
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Always count stitches in each row so the skip/dc pattern remains consistent and fabric doesn’t skew.
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When changing yarn/fabric types, keep your hook size consistent or adjust if gauge changes too much.
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If working with fabric strips, flatten or press strips so they feed smoothly and avoid twisting.
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For round applications, choose a starting loop size that makes the round lay flat before working the skip/dc texture.
Video Tutorial:
Have a nice day with your new project!
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