Crochet Houndstooth Stitch – VIDEO TUTORIAL
Timeless and easily recognizable, crochet Houndstooth is a great way to bring lots of character to everyday crochet projects. Join me to learn this new technique using my helpful written pattern and step-by-step tutorial video.
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Get Classy and Colorful with the Crochet Houndstooth Stitch
I‘m so excited to finally introduce you to the crochet Houndstooth Stitch – the pattern that’ll make you look like a total design genius! This isn’t just any old stitch; it’s the rockstar of textile patterns that creates mind-blowing geometric vibes using simple single and double crochet stitches. When you work this in classic black and white, it’s like your project just walked off a runway in Paris!
Imagine creating something so stunning that people can’t believe you made it yourself. That’s the magic of the Houndstooth Stitch. Whether you’re dreaming of a scarf that’s a wearable work of art, or a throw blanket that looks designer-made, this pattern always conveys style and sophistication. Get ready to crochet like a pro!
Ready to try out the Crochet Houndstooth Stitch? Grab your crochet hooks and your favorite color yarns, and let’s get to it!
Learn even more crochet with these helpful videos:
- Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Crochet [watch here]
- Crochet Color Changes [watch here]
- An easy Beginner Crochet Project [watch here]
Crochet Amour Sampler Blanket – Houndstooth Square
This tutorial was made as a supplement to the Houndstooth Square as part of the Crochet Amour Sampler Blanket pattern. Find the full pattern to make your square below.
Join the Double the Fun 2024 Crochet Along! This free crochet along to make the Crochet Amour and Tunisian Snowy Sampler Blankets runs from November 11th, 2024, to December 20th, 2024. Get full details in this blog post and join the fun!
Houndstooth Square Pattern
- Prefer a printable version? Purchase the ad-free Crochet Amour Sampler pattern from my shop HERE.
- Find Gauge and Abbreviations in this blog post.
MATERIALS
- Worsted weight yarn – colors A and B
- 6mm crochet hook
- 6.5mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
FINISHED SIZE
12″ square after border and blocking
STITCH MULTIPLE: The Houndstooth Square is worked over a chain in any odd number.
PATTERN NOTES
- Change color at the end of every row. Fasten off the old color at color change.
INSTRUCTIONS
With A and 6mm hook, ch 33.
ROW 1 (RS) Sc in the 2nd ch from hook, dc 1, (sc 1, dc 1) across row, cc to B and fasten off A, turn.
ROW 2 (WS) Ch 1, (sc 1, dc 1) across row, cc to A, fasten off B, turn.
Rep Row 2 until square measures 11.5″, alternating colors A and B every row. This took me 28 rows.
Fasten off color the no longer in use and proceed to Standard Border.
STANDARD BORDER
- Change to 6.5mm crochet hook and ensure the square faces right side up.
- Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), single crochet 35 stitches evenly across the first edge of the square, placing increases and decreases where needed. At corner, ch 2 and rotate to work along the next edge.
- Single crochet 35 stitches evenly across the edge, placing increases and decreases where needed. At corner, ch 2 and rotate to work along the next edge.
- Repeat the last step for the remaining 2 sides. At the end of the round, join with a slip stitch in the first single crochet of the round. Fasten off and block your finished square to 12″ x 12″.
Click here to access stitch patterns for the other squares in the Crochet Amour Sampler Blanket.
Crochet Amour Sampler Blanket Layout
Get the printable PDF version of the Crochet Amour Sampler Blanket here!
