V Stitch Crochet: Free Step-By-Step Instructions

How to Crochet a V Stitch — Free Instructions

It’s pretty obvious why people call this the “V-Stitch”; it looks a lot like the alphabet letter, V.

This easy crochet stitch is useful in bunches of situations. Since this stitch pattern has a really short repeat, it’s easy to memorize; that makes it an ideal stitch to use when you’re hoping to kick back and relax with your crochet, without having to think too hard about it. The short repeat also makes the V stitch an ideal stitch pattern for beginning crocheters to work on; it is easy enough for confident beginners who have already mastered the basic crochet stitches including the chain stitch and double crochet stitch.

It’s also a quick stitch to crochet; if you’re hoping to choose fast crochet projects, this one compares favorably against denser stitch patterns that are time consuming to work on.

The v stitch is also quite beautiful. It results in a lacy, symmetrical fabric that’s quite satisfying to create.

There are many different variations of crocheted V stitch. In the instructions below, I’m going to introduce you to one of the most basic variations in which you’ll stack rows and rows of v stitches on top of each other; this is one of the easiest and most popular ways to configure the stitch. It’s also possible to stagger your vs like bricks in a construction project; if you want to learn that variation of the stitch, check out these this page of free instructions for v stitch crocheted in brick repeat.

Craft Supplies You’ll Need for Crocheting the V Stitch

You don’t need any fancy materials to crochet this stitch pattern; all you’ll need is a crochet hook of any size; yarn, crochet thread or other fiber in a size that’s compatible with your hook; and a tapestry needle or darning needle for weaving in your ends. A pair of scissors is also helpful to have handy when you end your your work.

To Begin Working the V Stitch, Crochet a Starting Chain in a Multiple of 3 + 7 stitches.

List of Abbreviations for These V Stitch Crochet Instructions

ch(s) = chain(s)
dc = double crochet
ea = each
rep = repeat
sl st = slip stitch
sp = space
st(s) = stitch(es)

Special Stitch: the V stitch. To crochet each V stitch, make 1 dc st, 1 ch st, and 1 more dc st in the same ch or sp.

Crochet your starting chain.

Row 1: dc in the 4th ch from your crochet hook. The last 3 chs counts as the 1st dc in the row. Ch 1, skip next ch, [dc in next ch, ch 1, dc in same ch. Skip next 2 chs.] Rep the sequence in brackets across the row. At the end of the row, ch 1, skip 2 chs, then work 1 dc in ea of the next 2 ch sts.

ch 3, turn.

Row 2: your turning chain counts as the first dc in the row. Dc in next dc. Ch 1, work 1 v st in ea v st across the row. Ch 1, skip next ch, work 1 dc in ea of the last 2 dc sts.

Rep row 2 until the piece reaches your expectations for being a good length, then end off and weave in your ends.

If you would like to see step-by-step photos showing you exactly how to crochet v stitch in rows, check out the following step-by-step v stitch crochet photo tutorial:

Step-by-Step V Stitch Crochet Photo Tutorial

Start by crocheting your foundation chain.

You'll work a double crochet stitch into the fourth chain stitch from your hook, which is the chain I'm indicating in this photo. See where my left thumb is pointing? That's the spot to work into. — You’ll work a double crochet stitch into the fourth chain stitch from your hook, which is the chain I’m indicating in this photo. See where my left thumb is pointing? That’s the spot to work into.

Once you've worked your double crochet stitch into the 4th chain from hook, this is what it looks like. The first three chains in the row count as 1 double crochet. So you'll have two double crochet stitches, as pictured. — Once you’ve worked your double crochet stitch into the 4th chain from hook, this is what it looks like. The first three chains in the row count as 1 double crochet. So you’ll have two double crochet stitches, as pictured.

Skip the next chain, and then work a double crochet stitch into the next chain stitch.

Work another double crochet stitch into the same stitch where you worked the last one. One v stitch is completed.

Next, you’re going to work another v stitch. Yarn over hook to begin the first double crochet in the v stitch…

Skip the next 2 chain stitches and complete the next double crochet stitch.

Crochet another chain stitch... — Crochet another chain stitch…

...and another double crochet stitch in the same place, completing the v stitch. — …and another double crochet stitch in the same place, completing the v stitch.

Continue working in this established pattern all the way across the row.

When you get to the end of the row, you'll work a chain stitch, and then after that you'll work one double crochet stitch into each of the last two stitches. — When you get to the end of the row, you’ll work a chain stitch, and then after that you’ll work one double crochet stitch into each of the last two stitches.

This creates a nice neat edge that matches the edge you made at the beginning of the row.

Work 3 chain stitches to be used as a turning chain.

Turn the work over so you can work the second row by crocheting back across the first row.

Your turning chain will count as the first double crochet stitch in the row, so there is no need to work another stitch in the first stitch. You'll work a double crochet stitch into the next double crochet. — Your turning chain will count as the first double crochet stitch in the row, so there is no need to work another stitch in the first stitch. You’ll work a double crochet stitch into the next double crochet.

Yarn over to begin your next v stitch. — Wrap your yarn over your crochet hook to begin your next v stitch.

You're going to work this v stitch into the v stitch in the row below. — You’re going to work this v stitch into the v stitch in the row below.

Here's how it looks once the first double crochet has been completed. — Here’s how it looks once the first double crochet has been completed.

...and then work another double crochet to complete the V stitch. — …and then work another double crochet to complete the V stitch.

Continue working a v stitch into each v stitch across the row, and then continue working in the established pattern until the piece is as long as you want it to be.

There you have it — the basic v stitch, worked in rows.

Want To Practice Your V Stitch Crochet Skills? Next, You Could Try Crocheting a Project With the V Stitch. Check Out Our Free V-Stitch Crochet Patterns, Below:

Easy V Stitch Crochet Lace Scarf Pattern

You can crochet this easy scarf using the v stitch and cotton crochet thread. You can get the free crochet scarf pattern right here on our website.

Learn More About V Stitch Crochet Variations

Lacy Interrupted V Stitch

V Stitch in Brick Repeat

More V Stitch Crochet Variations

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