Rice Stitch

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 The crochet rice stitch is a highly textured, thick, and fully reversible stitch that looks identical on both sides. It is created by working a simple repeat of basic stitches, Front Post Double Crochet (FPDC), and Back Post Double Crochet (BPDC). [1, 2, 3, 4]




Materials
  • Yarn: Any weight works, but smooth, solid-colored yarn highlights the texture best.
  • Hook: Size appropriate for your yarn (check your yarn label). [1, 5, 6, 7, 8]
Abbreviations (US Terms)
  • ch: Chain
  • dc: Double crochet
  • hdc: Half double crochet
  • FPDC: Front post double crochet
  • BPDC: Back post double crochet
  • st(s): Stitch(es) [2, 9]
Step-by-Step Instructions

Foundation: Chain any odd number of stitches. [1, 2]

Row 1:Work 1 dc in the 3rd ch from the hook. Work 1 dc in each chain across. Turn.(Note: You will always need an odd number of stitches for the pattern to work.) [2, 4]

Row 2:
  • Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch).
  • Work 1 hdc in the very first st.
  • FPDC around the next st, BPDC around the following st. Repeat the * * across the row until 2 sts remain.
  • Work a FPDC around the second-to-last st, and 1 hdc in the top of the turning chain. Turn. [1, 2, 3, 4, 10]
Row 3 and beyond (Repeat Row 2):Work the exact same sequence as Row 2 for all subsequent rows. The FPDC and BPDC stitches will naturally form the raised "rice" texture. [1, 4, 11, 12]

Video Tutorials

For visual learners, seeing how the front and back post stitches intertwine can make the process incredibly easy:



For more in-depth pattern ideas and photo tutorials, you can read the Hooked by Robin Rice Stitch Guide or check out the Tiny Couch Crochet Rice Stitch Tutorial. [9, 13]


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