Herringbone Single Crochet Stitch Pattern & Tutorial

The Herringbone Single Crochet Stitch is a unique and textured stitch pattern that imparts a dense and tightly interwoven appearance reminiscent of the classic herringbone weave. This technique stands out because of its distinctive, diagonal slant, presenting a richly embossed fabric that's particularly appealing in a variety of crochet projects.

Herringbone Single Crochet Stitch Pattern

Ideal for those looking to add an elegant twist to their work, the herringbone single crochet offers a sophisticated and interlocking visual appeal. While it may require a bit more attention to detail compared to straightforward crochet stitches, the result is a fabric with a plush, intricate texture that is both warm and stylish, perfectly suited for luxury items such as scarves, afghans, and bags.

Materials Needed:

• Polyester macrame cord
• 3.5 millimeters crochet hook

Foundation Row:

1. Start by chaining 15.

Row 1 (Right Side):

1. Begin by working into the back bumps of each chain:
   • Perform one single crochet in each chain across the row.
2. Herringbone Single Crochet:
   • Step 1: Insert your hook through the left vertical strand of the stitch just worked.
   • Step 2: Insert your hook into the next stitch.
   • Step 3: Yarn over and pull up a loop.
   • Step 4: Yarn over and pull through all three loops on the hook.
   • Repeat: Continue these steps for each stitch across the row.

Row 2 (Wrong Side):

1. Starting a New Row:
   • Chain one and turn.
2. Work Reverse Single Crochet:
   • Perform one single crochet from back to front for each stitch across.
3. Reverse Herringbone Single Crochet:
   • Step 1: Insert your hook through the left vertical strand of the stitch just worked.
   • Step 2: Insert the hook into the next stitch from back to front.
   • Step 3: Yarn over and pull up a loop.
   • Step 4: Yarn over and pull through all three loops on the hook.
   • Repeat: Execute these steps in each stitch across the row.

Subsequent Rows:

• Repeat the steps for Row 1 and Row 2 for the desired length of your crochet piece.

Final Note:

• Bind off and finish your work as usual.