This video crochet tutorial will help you learn how to crochet the curlicue. This fun little technique creates a crocheted corkscrew that can be used as a decorative element in everything from jewelry to scarves and amigurumi.

Skill: Easy
Foundation Chain: Any number of stitches + 3

TECHNIQUES USED IN THIS STITCH:
Chain Stitch – ch
Double Crochet – dc

Pattern Instructions:

Step 1: 1 dc into the 4th chain from your hook.

Step 2: 1 dc into the same stitch.

Step 3: 3 dc into the next chain

Repeat row 3 until you have worked all the chain stitches.

Example of the Clever Blocks Stitch (click for larger)