This stitch was originally posted on July 19, 2012

This video crochet tutorial will help you learn how to crochet the filet mesh stitch. This simple crochet pattern creates a mesh net that is perfect for market bags, and light throws.

Skill: Easy
Foundation Chain: Multiples of 2

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

Pattern Instructions:

Row 1: 1 dc in 6th ch from hook, *ch 1, skip next ch, 1 dc in next ch; rep from * across, turn
Row 2: Ch 4 (counts as a dc, ch 1), skip first dc, *1 dc in next dc, ch 1; rep from * across row, ending 1 dc in the 3rd ch of turning ch, turn

Repeat row 2 until you have reached your desired length.

After a few repeats your pattern should look like this:

Example of the Filet Mesh Stitch (click for larger)