Crochet In-Between Groups Stitch
Overview
The Crochet In-Between Groups Stitch is a versatile and fun technique that adds a beautiful texture to your crochet projects. It involves working stitches in the spaces between existing groups of stitches rather than into the stitches themselves, creating a lovely woven look. This stitch is perfect for adding depth and visual interest to your blankets, scarves, or any other crochet piece. Once you get the hang of it, you'll love the unique and intricate design it creates. Give it a try and let your creativity flow with this delightful crochet stitch!
Skill Level
Intermediate
Abbreviations (UK)
- ch. Chain
- dc. Double Crochet
- tr. Treble Crochet
- rpt. Repeat
- tch. Turning Chain
- vst. (1tr, 1ch, 1tr) into same stitch or space.
- Group. (3tr into same stitch or space. 2ch counts as first tr.)
- Base of ch. Work into first stitch
Materials
For great results, it is always best to use the recommended yarn. I have used approximately:
- Small amounts of Bernat Softee yarn in colours of your choice
- 4.00mm crochet hook
UK Instructions
Made in multiples of 4 + 3. I have made 32ch for the samples, work 1tr into 4th ch from hook, * miss 1ch, 1dc into next ch, miss 1ch, 3tr into next ch, * rpt from * to * to last 2ch, miss 1ch, work 2tr into last ch. Turn.
2nd Row
1ch, 1dc into the stitch at the base of the 1ch, * work 1vst (see abbrev) into next dc, make 1ch, miss 3tr, * rpt from * to * to last tr and tch, miss 1tr, work 1dc into top of tch. Turn.
3rd Row
2ch, 1tr into the stitch at the base of the 2ch, miss 1tr, * work 1dc into 1ch space on vst, miss 1tr, work 3tr into next 1ch space, * rpt from * to * to last vst and dc, work 1dc, into 1ch space on vst, miss 1tr, 2tr into dc. Turn.
Rpt 2nd & 3rd Rows, alternating colours on each row if you prefer until required length.
USA Format
Skill Level
Intermediate
Abbreviations (USA)
- ch. Chain
- sc. Single Crochet
- dc. Double Crochet
- rpt. Repeat
- tch. Turning Chain
- vst. (1dc, ch1, 1dc) in same stitch or space.
- Group. (3dc in same stitch or space. ch2 counts as first dc.)
- Base of ch. Work in first stitch
Materials
For great results, it is always best to use the recommended yarn. I have used approximately:
- Small amounts of Bernat Softee yarn in colors of your choice
- 4.00mm crochet hook
USA Instructions
Made in multiples of 4 + 3. I have made ch32 for the samples, work 1dc in 4th ch from hook, * skip 1ch, 1sc in next ch, skip 1ch, 3dc in next ch, * rpt from * to * to last 2ch, skip 1ch, work 2dc in last ch. Turn.
2nd Row
ch1, 1sc in the stitch at the base of the ch1, * work 1vst (see abbrev) in next sc, ch1, skip 3dc, * rpt from * to * to last dc and tch, skip 1dc, work 1sc in top of tch. Turn.
3rd Row
ch2, 1dc in the stitch at the base of the ch2, skip 1dc, * work 1sc in ch1 space on vst, skip 1dc, work 3dc in next ch1 space, * rpt from * to * to last vst and sc, work 1sc, in ch1 space on vst, skip 1dc, 2dc in sc. Turn.
Rpt 2nd & 3rd Rows, alternating colours on each row if you prefer until required length.