Single Crochet V-Stitch Tutorial

The Single Crochet V-Stitch is a wonderfully versatile and simple crochet pattern that is perfect for a range of projects, from airy summer shawls to cozy winter blankets. Its repetitive nature allows for a relaxing crafting experience, making it a favored choice for those crochet sessions that accompany lazy evenings or TV time.

With just a series of single crochets and chain spaces, this stitch creates a delicate fabric with a lovely V-shaped pattern. The simplicity of the stitch means it can quickly transform any yarn into a beautiful and functional item, whether you choose vibrant colors or more subdued hues. It's a great stitch to master for both beginners and experienced crocheters alike, offering both ease and a quick sense of accomplishment.

Materials Needed

• Ice Yarns Picasso in rainbow, or any yarn of your choice
• Size J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook

Pattern Details

• The stitch pattern is a multiple of 3 plus 2.
• It's a one-row repeat after the base row.
• Ideal for a TV watching project, due to its simplicity.

Starting Chain

• Chain a multiple of 3 until you reach your desired width.
• Add 2 more chains to the final count.
• Example for a sample swatch: Chain 17 (multiples of 3 times 5, then plus 2).

Row 1: Foundation Row

1. Skip the first chain.
2. Work a half double crochet (hdc) into the second chain from the hook.
3. *Skip the next two chains.
4. In the next chain, work a single crochet (sc), chain two, and sc again to complete your V-stitch.*
5. Repeat from * to * across until three chains remain.
6. Skip two chains and work an hdc in the last stitch.
7. If new to crocheting, consider placing stitch markers in the first and last stitches of the row for easier identification.

Row 2: Repeat Row (and for all subsequent rows)

1. Chain 1 and turn your work (the chain 1 does not count as a stitch).
2. Work a hdc into the first stitch (move your stitch marker up to this new first stitch).
3. Work a sc V-stitch into the chain two space of each V-stitch from the previous row (sc, chain two, sc in the chain-two space).
4. Continue this across to the last hdc of the previous row.
5. Work a hdc into the top of the last stitch.

Finishing Row (optional)

1. Chain 1 and turn your work.
2. Skip the beginning chain 1.
3. Work two hdc into the first stitch.
4. Insert your hook into the chain two space of the next V-stitch, work three sc.
5. Repeat from * to * across to the last V-stitch.
6. Work two hdc into the last stitch to finish the row and create a straight edge.

Final Notes

• Remember to move stitch markers up as you go to keep track of your first and last stitches.
• This pattern can be worked using different yarns to create various looks, whether using gradient, classic white, or bright and colorful yarns.