Suzette stitch

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 The Suzette stitch is an easy, highly textured crochet stitch featuring a simple one-row repeat. It is created by alternating single crochet and double crochet stitches worked into the same space. With no defined "right" or "wrong" side, it is reversible and creates a beautiful drape perfect for baby blankets, scarves, and washcloths. [1, 2, 3]




🛠️ Materials Needed
  • Yarn: Any weight works beautifully (cotton is recommended for dishcloths, acrylic for blankets).
  • Hook: Size appropriate for your chosen yarn (e.g., 4.5mm to 6.0mm).
  • Notions: Scissors and a tapestry needle. [3, 4, 5, 6, 7]
🧶 Abbreviations (US Terms)
  • ch: Chain
  • sc: Single crochet
  • dc: Double crochet
  • hdc: Half double crochet (optional, depending on the pattern variation)
  • st(s): Stitch/Stitches [4, 5, 6, 8]
📝 Step-by-Step Instructions

Foundation Row:Chain any even number of stitches. (Alternatively, some patterns start by chaining an odd number and placing a row of single crochets first). [8, 9, 10]

Row 1:
  1. In the second chain (or stitch) from the hook, work 1 sc and 1 dc in the same space.
  2. Skip the next chain.
  3. In the following chain, work 1 sc and 1 dc in that same space.
  4. Repeat this pattern across your foundation chain until you reach the last stitch.
  5. Work 1 sc in the very last stitch. Chain 1, and turn your work. [9, 11]
Row 2 (The 1-Row Repeat):
  1. In the very first stitch (which will look a little smaller than the others), work 1 sc and 1 dc.
  2. Skip the next stitch.
  3. In the following stitch, work 1 sc and 1 dc.
  4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 across the entire row until one stitch remains.
  5. Work 1 sc into the last stitch. Chain 1, and turn your work. [3, 9, 11]
Repeat Row 2 for the entirety of your project until it reaches your desired length. [9]



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