Double Crochet Cluster Stitch [Free Video Tutorial & Written Pattern!]

Learn how to crochet the Double Crochet Cluster Stitch - a gorgeous stitch with fantastic drape making it ideal for ANY project!

A simple 2 row repeat makes up the stitch pattern which looks fantastic either changing colour every row or in a plain yarn. It works beautifully with variegated yarns too!

Watch the full step by step video tutorial below or alternatively, keep scrolling for the written pattern :)

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Double Crochet Cluster Stitch WRITTEN PATTERN

USA STITCH TERMS

Hook Size(s): according to your yarn

Abbreviations:

·       Ch = Chain

·       DC = Double crochet

·       DC2tog = Double crochet 2 together

·       Rep = Repeat

·       St = Stitch

·       Ch sp = Chain space

Pattern multiple: any even number

Foundation Row: Ch multiples of 2 (any even number).

Row 1: DC2tog by starting in the third ch from the hook, skipping a ch, and working the second DC into the fifth ch.

Rep *ch 1, DC2tog* across. In the same ch you complete a DC2tog, you will start the next one, skip 1 ch, and complete the DC2tog in the next ch. You will always start a DC2tog in the same ch you completed the previous one in.

At the end of the row, ch 1 and make 1 DC in the last ch.

If you’re changing colours, fasten off and cut the yarn. Join the next colour.

Row 2: Ch 1 and turn. Make 2 SC and rep *ch 1, 1 SC in ch sp* across. At the end of the row, ch 1 and make 1 SC in the last st.

If you’re changing colours, fasten off and cut the yarn. Join the next colour.

Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as 1 DC) and turn.

Rep *DC2tog, ch 1* across by working only in the SC of the previous row. You will always start a DC2tog in the same st you completed the previous one in.

At the end of the row, ch 1 and make 1 DC in the last st.

Row 4-onward: Rep rows 2 and 3 for as long as you want your project to be.

Fasten off and cut the yarn. Weave in the ends.

If you spot any errors in the written pattern please do let me know.

Happy Crocheting!

Robin