How To Crochet: Basketweave Stitch

Learn how to crochet the Basketweave stitch using this step-by-step tutorial. This technique works... Read more

Learn how to crochet the Basketweave stitch using this step-by-step tutorial. This technique works wonders for homeware pieces, and is lovely and quick to stitch! This video uses US crochet terms.

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Learn how to crochet the Basketweave stitch using this step-by-step tutorial. This technique works wonders for homeware pieces, and is lovely and quick to stitch! This video uses US crochet terms.

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Level: Intermediate
Craft: Crochet
Type: Technique

Step by Step

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 1

Step 1

Make a foundation chain of a multiple of 6, plus 4 stitches.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 2

Step 2

Make a turning chain of 3 stitches and work 1 double crochet into the 4th chain from your hook.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 3

Step 3

Continue working in double crochet until the end of your row.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 4

Step 4

Make a turning chain of 2 stitches, and turn your work.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 5

Step 5

Skip the first double crochet, and work three double crochet into the front posts.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 6

Step 6

Next, work 3 double crochets through the back post.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 7

Step 7

Repeat these 2 steps to end of row, working 3 double crochet into the front posts and 3 double crochet into the back posts.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 8

Step 8

Then work 1 double crochet into the top of the turning chain from the row below.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 9

Step 9

For the next row it will be the same process.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 10

Step 10

For the next row it will be the same process but start off slightly differently. Make a turning chain of 2 stitches and turn your work.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 11

Step 11

Work 3 double crochet stitches into the back post first.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 12

Step 12

Now work 3 double crochets into the front posts.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 13

Step 13

Repeat this process to end of row.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 14

Step 14

For the next row it will be the same process, starting with 3 double crochet in the back post.

How To Crochet Basketweave Stitch - Step 15

Step 15

Carry on repeating these 4 rows until you reach your desired size.