How to Create a Crochet Pattern with Vertical and Horizontal Repeats

Vertical and Horizontal Pattern Repeats

Vertical pattern repeat = 6 sts.

Horizontal pattern repeat = 4 rows.

The quantity of sts is multiplied by 6 + 2 sts for symmetry + 3 chain sts increase.

Row Instructions

1st Row

1st double crochet in the 4th chain st from the crochet hook, 1 double crochet in every st to the end of the row;

2nd Row

3 chain sts increase, 2 relief double crochets in front of the work, *3 relief double crochets behind work, 3 relief double crochets in front of work*, 3 relief double crochets behind work, 2 relief double crochets in front of work, half double crochet in the chain st of the previous row;

3rd Row

3 chain sts increase, 2 relief double crochets behind work, 3 relief double crochets in front of work, *3 relief double crochets behind work, 3 relief double crochets in front of work*, 2 relief double crochets behind work, half double crochet in the chain st of the previous row;

4th Row

As 3rd row;

5th Row

As 2nd row.

Pattern Repeat

Repeat the 2nd to 5th rows.