V Stitch Crochet Tutorial

TheV Stitch Crochet Tutorial is an amazing detailed step by step tutorial for the classic v-stitch.

This crochet stitch is a great beginner friendly lace stitch combination, using only basic crochet stitches such as chains and double crochet stitches.The stitch combination creates a beautiful v-stitch pattern, where the stitches creates a v shape.

The V stitch crochet is great for patterns where you want simple eyelets, a lacy fabric and good grape, such as some garments, for the home crochet patterns, summer afghans, scarves, simple lace shawls, baby blankets and more.

Another great thing about the V-stitch is the that it works up quickly and you will easily find the flow while crocheting it.

The V stitch crochet can be made in different variations, like substituting the double crochet stitches (dc) for treble crochet ( tr ) stitches or creating the V with two double crochets on each side.

However on this tutorial, I’ll teach you how to crochet the classic V stitch.

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Materials Used

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Crochet hook size: 6 mm / US: J – 10 / UK: 4
We Crochet – Dishie
- It’s a 4 medium weight yarn / worsted yarn.

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Crochet Abbreviations

ch = chain(s)
ch-space = space previously made by chain(s)
dc = double crochet stitches
sk = skip

We try our best to include all crochet abbreviations in the list above for the crochet stitch pattern, but sometimes we may forget one or two.

Learn more about crochet abbreviations & find a complete list on our post.

Notes

This pattern is a stitch multiple of 3 stitches. Add 1 for base chain.
One V stitch is : 1 double crochet, 1 chain and 1 double crochet into same chain or space.
The V stitch is often abbreviated: (dc, ch 1, dc) in designated ch-space.
One V-stitch makes 1 ch-1-space

To Make A 15 cm x 15 cm / 6 x 6 Inch Square

With the hook & yarn give, I crocheted:

Ch 22 st, for a total of 21 stitches per row.
11 rows.

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Crochet a blanket!

Use this crochet stitch pattern to crochet a blanket! Learn more about crochet blanket sizes & making one with any size crochet hook & yarn:

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Written instructions

Chain a multiple of 3 + 1 stitches.

Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook, *sk 2, dc 1 in next st, ch 1, dc 1 in same as last dc*, repeat from *to* until end of row, turn.

Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc + ch 1), dc in first ch-space, *dc 1 in next ch-space, ch 1, dc 1 in same ch-space*, repeat from *to* until end of row, turn.

Repeat row 2 until project is desired size.

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Photo tutorial

Step 1: Chain a multiple of 3 + 1

Create a foundation chain with a multiple of 3 + 1 stitch.

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Step 2: Double crochet in 4th chain

Row 1: Double crochet in 4th chain from hook.

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Step 3: Skip 2, double crochet in next

Row 1 cont: *Skip 2 stitches, double crochet in next stitch,

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Step 4: Chain 1, double crochet in same

Row 1 cont.: chain 1, double crochet in same stitch as previous double crochet*,

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Step 5: Repeat step 3-4 until end of row

Row 1 cont: Repeat from *to* until end of the row. Note: Each repeat is 1 V st. You have now finished the first row.

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Step 6: Start row 2

Row 2: Chain 3, the turning chain counts as 1 double crochet and 1 chain.

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Step 7: Work first V-stitch

Row 2 cont.: Double crochet in first chain space. Note: The 3 chains + 1 double crochet counts as the first V Stitch. You will work the final V stitch into this chain space on next row, not the top of the turning chain.

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Step 8: Start second V-stitch

Row 2 cont.: *double crochet in next chain space,

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Step 9: Finish second V-stitch

Row 2 cont.: Turn ch 1, double crochet in same chain space from previous row*

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Step 10: Finish row 2

Row 2 cont.: Repeat from *to* until end of round. Each repeat creates 1 chain space. Each repeat also creates 1 V stitch.

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Repeat second row until project is desired size.

Try the stitch by making a square as pictured, or continue until you have a beautiful crochet scarf!

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I hope you liked learning the V stitch crochet tutorial.

What projects have you made using this stitch? Let me know below!

Happy Crocheting!

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FAQs

Is V stitch a yarn eater? ›

Try using a V-stitch, filet stitch, or trellis stitch instead of a basic single, double, or treble crochet. These stitches all have spacing that allow for the project to progress without using a ton of yarn.

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What is the abbreviation for the V stitch in crochet? ›

4 Double Crochet Shell V-Stitch (Sh): (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in indicated place. 5 Double Crochet Cluster (5 dc CL): (YO, insert hook into st, YO, draw up a loop, YO, pull through 2 loops on hook) 5 times all in the same st, YO, pull through all 6 loops on hook. 5 Double Crochet Shell (5-dc sh): 5 dc worked into one st.

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What crochet stitch is easiest? ›

Let's start at the very beginning with the crochet chain stitch. It's the most basic and the first one that beginners learn since it's also the first stitch used when starting new crochet patterns. Most crochet patterns start with a certain number of chain stitches, and the rest of the project builds onto them.

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Which crochet stitch is the strongest? ›

Crochet Thermal Stitch is a super dense and one of the thickest crochet stitches. It's worked on two rows simultaneously which gives a double layer and a super thick and sturdy texture. Thermal stitch is the perfect stitch for potholders, bags, coasters or anything where you need extra sturdiness in crochet.

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What is a double crochet V stitch? ›

Work 2 DC in the space between the second and third DC posts, splitting the pair to form a “V.” *Skip 2 stitches, then work 2 DC in between the next pair of DC from previous row. Repeat from * across row. End row with 1 DC into the top of the turning chain (or work into space the turning chain created if easier).

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Is V stitch good for blankets? ›

V-stitch is a wonderfully versatile pattern. It's suitable for absolutely anyone, neither too plain or too fussy. It can be made in any number of colours. Try a single colour for a classy bedroom throw or use up all your scraps for a snuggly fireside blanket.

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