How to crochet a variation of the Arcade Stitch

The Arcade Crochet Stitch variation 1

Dear Artsy Craftsy Friends,

This post will show you how to crochet a variation of the Arcade Stitch, which is one of the easiest stitches, even if it looks fancy and complicated. However, this particular variation is not for those of you who are faint at heart, because it requires a lot of attention and following many steps. But, if you try your best and practice, practice, practice you will end up learning an awesome stitch and creating lots of crochet items such as sweaters, cardigans, ponchos, shawls, scarves and purses. read more

How to crochet an opposed V stitch

How to crochet an opposed V stitch

Abbreviations:

ch – chain;
ch- – refers to chain previously made;
ch-sp – chain space;
dc – double crochet;
beg ch – beginning chain space.

Level: beginner.

Tip: Before committing yourself to a larger project, learn the new stitch on a smaller swatch.

Work a loose chain from multiples of 6, plus 3 extra chains to complete the pattern.

Row 1: work 1dc in the 6th ch from the hook; * skip ch-4; work [1dc, 1ch, 1dc] in next ch; [1dc, 1ch, 1dc] in next ch *; repeat from * to * ; finish the row by skipping ch-4; work [1dc, 1ch, 1dc] in the last chain; ch4 to return (counts as a 1dc+ch-1sp). read more