How to Crochet Textured Leaf Stitch
If you're a crochet enthusiast who loves to explore new stitch patterns, the Textured Leaf Stitch is a must-try technique that brings a touch of nature-inspired beauty to your projects. As the name suggests, this captivating stitch resembles delicate leaves, making it perfect for adding a natural and organic feel to various crochet items. Whether you want to design a cozy scarf, a charming blanket, or even decorative motifs for appliqué, the Textured Leaf Stitch offers endless creative possibilities.
In this crochet tutorial, we will take you step by step through the process of mastering the Textured Leaf Stitch. With its combination of simple stitches and clever techniques, even intermediate crocheters can easily create stunning textured leaf motifs. So, grab your crochet hooks and yarn, and let's immerse ourselves in the world of crochet to create beautiful leafy textures that will mesmerize everyone who sees your finished projects. Let the nature-inspired crochet adventure begin!
Instructions
Foundation Chain: Multiples of 23 + 8
Techniques used in this stitch (British term / American term): Chain stitch – ch
Treble / Double crochet – tr / dc
Stitch - st
1 tr/dc decrease – 1 dec.
2 tr/dc decrease – 2 dec.
Row 1: skip 7 ch, * 1tr/dc in each of next 9ch, 2ch, skip 2ch, 3tr/dc in next ch, 2 ch, skip 2ch, 1 dec., 1tr/dc in each of next 3ch, 1 dec., 2ch, skip 2ch; rep from*, 1tr/dc in last ch, turn.
Row 2: 5ch, * (begin with first dec.st below) 1 dec., 1tr/dc in next st, 1 dec., 2ch, 2 tr/dc in 1st tr/dc, 1 tr/dc in 2nd tr/dc and 2tr/dc in 3rd tr/dc below, 2ch, work over 9tr/dc below: 1 dec., 1tr/dc in each of next 5 st, 1 dec., 2ch; rep from *, skip 2ch, 1tr/dc in next ch, turn.
Row 3: 5ch, * (begin with first dec.st below) 1 dec., 1tr/dc in each of next 3 st, 1 dec., 2ch, 3 tr/dc in space of 2ch, 2ch, work over 5tr/dc below: 2tr/dc in 1st st, 1tr/dc in each of next 3 st, 2tr/dc in last st, 2ch, 2 dec. over 3st below, 2ch; rep from*, skip 2ch, 1tr/dc in next ch, turn.
Row 4: 5ch, * (begin with first increasing st below) : 2tr/dc in 1st st, 1tr/dc in each of next 5 st, 2tr/dc in last st, 2ch, 2 tr/dc in 1st tr/dc, 1 tr/dc in 2nd tr/dc and 2tr/dc in 3rd tr/dc below, 2ch, 1 dec., 1tr/dc in next st, 1 dec., 2ch; rep from * , skip 2ch, 1tr/dc in next ch, turn.
Row 5: 5ch, *2dec., 2ch, 2tr/dc in 1st st, 1tr/dc in each of next 3 st, 2tr/dc in last st, 2ch, 1tr/dc in each of next 9 st, 2ch; rep from *, skip 2ch, 1tr/dc in next ch, turn.
Row 6: 5ch, *1dec., 1tr/dc in each of next 5 st, 1 dec., 2ch, 2tr/dc in 1st st, 1tr/dc in each of next 5 st, 2tr/dc in last st, 2ch; rep from *, skip 2ch, 1tr/dc in next ch, turn.
Row 7: 5 ch, * 1tr/dc in each of next 9 st, 2ch, 3tr/dc in space of 2 ch, 2 ch, 1 dec., 1tr/dc in each of next 3 st, 1 dec., 2ch; rep from*, skip 2ch, 1tr/dc in next ch, turn.
Repeat rows 2 - 7 until you have reached your desired length.
Color combination with pink and blue
