How To Crochet The Basketweave Stitch (Photo + Video Tutorial)

The basketweave stitch is a beautifully textured stitch that is great for scarves, blankets, and lots more.  Clever use of post stitches gives it a unique woven look and once you get the hang of it, it is super fun and easy to do!  Below is both a full video tutorial and a complete photo tutorial where I walk you through every step of the way.  

Once you've mastered this stitch, try my Marled Spruce Cowl!  This is a free crochet pattern that includes a full video tutorial too:

Marled Spruce Cowl, free pattern + full video tutorial

Here's the full basketweave stitch video tutorial below:

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For this tutorial I'm using a K hook and some bulky weight yarn.  However, you can try any weight you like just look for the recommended hook size on the yarn label.

To begin, we'll put a slip knot on our hook, then work the chain.  This stitch is a multiple of 6+4.  For this photo tutorial I did 6+6+4 or a total of 16 chains.

To begin row 1, work a double crochet in the 4th chain from the hook,

Work a double crochet in each of the remaining chains,

Chain 2 and then turn your work,

To begin row 2,skip the first dc and work a fpdc (front post double crochet) in each of the next three stitches,

Work a bpdc (back post double crochet) in each of the next three stitches,

Work a fpdc in each of the next 3 stitches,

Work a bpdc in each of the next 3 stitches,

Work a dc in the top chain of the turning chain to finish the row,

Chain 2 and turn your work,

Then for row 3 repeat what you did for row 2,

Chain 2 and turn,

For row 4, skip the first dc and work a bpdc in each of the next three stitches,

Work a fpdc in each of the next three stitches,

Work a bpdc in each of the next three stitches,

Work a fpdc in each of the next three stitches, then a double crochet in the top chain of the turning chain to finish the row,

Next chain 2,

Then for row 5 repeat what you did for row 4,

To continue, repeat rows 2-5 until it is as tall as you like!  Happy crocheting!

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