Crochet Stitches

Want to learn how to do crochet stitches? Here you’ll find the basic crochet stitches, plus bunches of more complex and interesting crochet stitch patterns to try.

Basic Crochet Stitches

Variations on Basic Crochet Stitches

Traditional Crochet Stitch Patterns

How to Crochet the V Stitch

The basic crochet v stitch is appealing for several reasons. First, it’s a really attractive stitch. Second, it’s quick to crochet. Third, it’s easy! Learn how to crochet it with this free tutorial.

Tunisian Crochet Stitches

Afghan Stitch

The afghan stitch, also known as “Tunisian Simple Stitch”, is Tunisian crochet’s most basic stitch. If you’re new to the Tunisian crochet technique, it makes sense to learn this stitch first.

The Tunisian knit stitch could fool anyone who isn’t paying close attention. When you first look at it, you’d think it’s knitted — but it isn’t. It’s a crochet stitch, created with a long Tunisian crochet hook. Want to learn how to do it? Get free step-by-step instructions here.

Afghan stitch increase
Afghan stitch decrease
Tunisian crochet mesh stitch
Vintage coiled treble stitch

Bead Crochet Stitches

Beaded Chain Stitch

About the Author — Amy Solovay is a freelance writer with a background in textile design. She learned to crochet as a small child. After earning two degrees, one of which is in textile design, she launched a career in the textile industry. She has worked as a textile print colorist, knit designer and director of design for various Los Angeles based fabric manufacturers. Later she transitioned to writing about crochet, knitting, crafts and other topics for major media outlets. She enjoys designing crochet and other craft patterns, and she invites you to make use of them.

This page was last updated on 7-25-2023.