Blackberry Salad Crochet Stitch Photo Tutorial

Dive into the world of crochet texture with the enchanting Blackberry Salad Stitch. 

The Blackberry Salad Stitch is a delightful combination of fun and texture. A perfect choice for blankets, wearables, or home decor, this beginner-friendly stitch creates a cascade of bobbles that pop out on the back side of your work. Each bobble is formed by skillfully working five double crochet stitches together in a single crochet row, resulting in a highly textured fabric.

The magic of this stitch lies in its simplicity. By working a set of double crochet stitches together within a single crochet row, you effortlessly produce a series of bobbles that resemble a bunch of juicy blackberries. The large bobbles create a playful texture, making this stitch an exciting addition to your crochet repertoire.

Special Stitch:

dc5tog: yo, insert hook in st indicated, yo and pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops, repeat between * * 4 more times (6 loops on hook), yo, pull through all loops on the hook.

Multiples: The stitch is worked in multiples of 4 + 1 for the foundation chain.

Sample: Chain = 33

Blackberry Salad Crochet Stitch Tutorial:

Row 1: With Color A, (RS) 1 dc in 4th ch from hook (skipped chs count as 1st st), 1 dc in remaining chs to end.

Row 2: With Color B, ch 1, 1 sc in the same st, 1 sc in the next 2 st, dc5tog in the next st, 1 sc in the next 3 st, repeat between * * to end. Turn.

Row 3: With Color A, ch 3, 1 dc in each st to end. Turn.

Row 4: With Color B, ch 1, 1 sc in the same st, 1 sc in the next 4 st, dc5tog in the next st, 1 sc in the next 3 st, repeat between * * to the last 2 st, 1 sc in the last 2 st. Turn.

Row 5: With Color A, ch 3, 1 dc in each st to end. Turn.

Continue repeating rows 2 – 5 to your desired size.

Celebrate the joy of crochet and add a burst of texture to your creations with the Blackberry Salad Stitch. Enjoy the rhythmic repetition of bobbles and the unique charm they bring to your projects. Happy crafting!