Easy Crochet Ripple Stitch Tutorial Step By Step

The Crochet Ripple Stitch is a visually captivating and versatile pattern that has been a beloved choice among crocheters for decades. Characterized by its peaks and valleys, which create a beautiful wave-like effect, this stitch adds a dynamic texture and rhythm to any project.

Crochet Ripple Stitch Tutorial

Its repetitive nature makes it meditative once established, making it suitable for crocheters of all levels who want to create something with a rhythmic pattern and striking visual appeal. The flexibility and aesthetic charm of the ripple stitch have solidified its status as a timeless classic in the world of crochet.

Materials Needed

• 6mm Crochet Hook
• Worsted Weight Yarn

Starting the Pattern

1. Starting Chain: Make a starting chain with a multiple of 14, then add 3 chains.

Row 1

2. Double Crochet Start: Double crochet in the 4th chain from the hook (the skipped chains count as a double crochet).
3. Double Crochet Series: Double crochet in each of the next 4 chains.
4. Decrease Sequence: Double crochet two together (dc2tog) two times.
5. Double Crochet: Double crochet in the next 4 chains.
6. Increase Sequence: Work 2 double crochet stitches into each of the next 2 chains.

Repeat Pattern for Row

7. Pattern Repeat Start: Repeat the following sequence until you reach the last 5 stitches:
   • Next 4 Double Crochets: Work a double crochet in each of the next 4 chains.
   • Decrease Again: Work the dc2tog stitch twice.
   • Following 4 Double Crochets: Double crochet in the next 4 chains.
   • Increase Again: Work 2 double crochet stitches into each of the next 2 chains.
8. Finish Row 1: When 5 chains remain, double crochet in the next 4 chains.
9. Last Chain: Work 2 double crochets in the last chain.

Row 2 and Beyond

10. Row Start: Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet), turn your work.
11. First Double Crochet: Double crochet into the base of the chain 3.
12. Double Crochet Again: Double crochet in the next 4 stitches.
13. Decreases Over Row 1: Perform dc2tog over the next 2 stitches. The first decrease goes over a double crochet and the next stitch which is a dc2tog from the row below. Then perform another dc2tog.
14. Middle Section: Double crochet in the next 4 stitches, then increase in the next stitch by making 2 double crochets in the same stitch and again in the following stitch.
15. Repeat Pattern for Row: Continue the established repeat pattern by working 4 double crochets, the decreases, and the increases as established in the previous section until you reach the end of the row.
16. Final Stitches: In the last 5 stitches, work a double crochet into each of the next 4 stitches, then finish with 2 double crochets in the final stitch.

You will repeat Row 2 for the rest of the pattern.

Color Change Instructions

• To change color at the end of a row, start your final double crochet as usual, but before completing the stitch, yarn over with the new color and pull through to complete the stitch.
• Chain 3 with the new color to start the next row.

Additional Tips for the Pattern

• If only doing a couple of rows in a color, you can carry the old color up the side, but any more than that, and it's recommended to cut the old color and add it back when needed, to avoid long carries, unless you plan on a border to conceal them.

Making the Mocha Ripple Afghan

• For the blanket, the instructor used a 5.5mm hook and Lion Brand's "Skein Tones."
• With the starting chain of 157, follow the same pattern, changing colors after every two rows, creating a gradient effect from the deepest to the lightest color.

Finishing

• Continue the sequence as per your desired size.
• No border was added to the finished product in the video, but you can add one if you prefer.