Are you a beginner looking for an easy crochet stitch tutorial? This textured cluster stitch is perfect for blankets, scarves, throws, and baby blankets. Most importantly, you can master it so quickly that it will become one of your favorites.
On the one hand, the stitch has a gentle texture, making it perfect for throws, blankets, scarves, and other crochet projects. On the other hand, it doesn’t have any holes, as no one wants them when you are trying to get warm and cozy under the blanket!
What Stitches You’ll Use in this Crochet Stitch Tutorial
To learn this stitch, you would need to master these basic crochet stitches:
- single crochet stitch
- chain
Materials for Crochet Tutorial
For the tutorial, use any scrap yarn and a corresponding crochet hook. We are using medium-weight yarn (also known as worsted or #4 weight) and a 5.75 mm crochet hook.
As you are exploring this easy crochet stitch tutorial, it’s important not to crochet it too tightly. So, just let it breeze, and you’ll have this beautiful texture as a result.
Also, if you use bulkier yarn, the texture would be even more distinct. Furthermore, as you get more familiar with this easy crochet stitch tutorial, experiment with different weights of yarn to find your favorite look.
Abreviations
- CH – chain
- ST – stitch
- SC – single crochet
- BL – back loop
- FL – front loop
- CL – cluster
Crochet Stitch Tutorial (Modern Textured Cluster)
Chain any EVEN NUMBER of stitches + 1 (for example, 20 ST+1 = 21 stitches for this sample).
Row 1
SC into the first ST from the hook and in every ST (20 SC). CH1, turn.
Row 2
Make 19 BLSC (back loop single crochet), while the last ST is just regular SC (20 ST). CH1, turn.
Row 3
Repeat row 2.
Row 4 (textured clustered row)
Firstly, insert your hook into the BL (back loop) of the first ST, yarn over, pull up the loop (2 loops on the hook – STEP 1). Secondly, insert your hook into the FL (front loop) of the next ST, yarn over, pull up the loop (3 loops on the hook – STEP 2). Thirdly, yarn over and pull through all 3 loops (STEP 3). Lastly, CH 1 (STEP 4). You’ve made a back loop, front loop single crochet cluster stitch (CL), which is the foundation of this tutorial.
Repeat CL stitch eight more times. For the last CL of the row, instead of CH 1, make a SC into the last ST. CH 1, turn.
Rows 5-7 (textured clustered rows)
Repeat row 4.
Row 8 (single crochet row)
Repeat row 1.
Row 9 (BL SC row)
Repeat row 2.
In summary, you’ll be alternating SC row, BLSC row, and 4 rows of CL stitches.
In this easy crochet stitch for beginners, you’ll be alternating some basic crochet stitches to create a beautiful texture. Also, a simple variation of a single crochet stitch creates some horizontal lines and gives the pattern its structure. As a result, this unique stitch is perfect for baby blankets, throws, and wraps.
More Unique Crochet Stitches for You
- Easy Crochet Baby Blanket (White Waves)
- New crochet Bernat baby blanket yarn pattern – Monet
- Easy Crochet Blanket Stitch: Blue Waves Blanket
- Crochet Stitches: Textured Granny Stitch
In Conclusion
As you continue on your crochet journey, remember that knowing the basic crochet stitches is like learning the 7 notes in music. You can create beautiful melodies and unique crochet projects by combining the basic stitches and using their variations.
Just as a musician can take those foundational notes and create an endless variety of melodies, so too can you take the basic crochet stitches and create an infinite array of patterns and designs. But just as a musician must constantly practice and perfect their skills, so must a crochet artist continue to learn and grow in their craft.
Also, don’t be afraid to dive in and play with your yarn – the possibilities are endless! As practice makes everything perfect, the more new stitches you learn, the more confident and creative you will become.
