Crochet Basketweave Stitch Tutorial
The basketweave stitch is a captivating crochet pattern achieved through the clever use of front and back post double crochet stitches (abbreviated as fpdc and bpdc). By repeating these stitches in alternating rows, a visually stunning woven texture similar to a basket emerges.
It's truly astonishing how much creativity can be unlocked using just front and back post stitches. The range of textures and designs you can craft with these fundamental stitches is boundless, encompassing beloved patterns like the waffle stitch, alpine stitch, and countless others.
Today, I'll guide you through the process of crocheting the basketweave pattern. You'll find comprehensive step-by-step photos and explanations to assist your learning, as well as a video tutorial for those who prefer a visual guide. Let's get started!
Instructions
To begin, chain 41 or any multiples of 8 chains + 1 chains.
Row 1: dc in 5th stitch from hook, dc in each of the remaining chains, turn.
Row 2: ch3 (counts as a dc), fpdc around the next 4 sts, *bpdc around next 4 sts, fpdc around next 4sts*, repeat from * until you have 1 st remaining, dc, turn
Row 3: ch3 (counts as a dc), bpdc around the next 4 sts, *fpdc around next 4 sts, bpdc around next 4sts*, repeat from * until you have 1 st remaining, dc, turn.
Row 4: ch3 (counts as a dc), bpdc around the next 4 sts, *fpdc around next 4 sts, bpdc around next 4sts*, repeat from * until you have 1 st remaining, dc, turn.
Row 5: ch3 (counts as a dc), fpdc around the next 4 sts, *bpdc around next 4 sts, fpdc around next 4sts*, repeat from * until you have 1 st remaining, dc, turn.
Row 6: ch3 (counts as a dc), fpdc around the next 4 sts, *bpdc around next 4 sts, fpdc around next 4sts*, repeat from * until you have 1 st remaining, dc, turn.
Repeat rows 3 – 6 until you have the required length.
The crochet basketweave stitch is a versatile and textured pattern that creates a woven, basket-like appearance. It's a fantastic choice for various crochet projects like blankets, scarves, dishcloths, and more.