The Arruga Stitch :: Crochet Stitch #336
Stitch Description
The Arruga stitch is a great textural pattern stitch. It uses front post and back post stitches to create a reversible pebbled appearance throughout the fabric. This pattern is great for washcloths and projects where you want bold texture.
Video Tutorial
Abbreviations
- Ch
- Chain Stitch
- sc
- Single Crochet
- dc
- Double Crochet
- FPsc
- Front Post Single Crochet
- BPsc
- Back Post Single Crochet
Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Foundation Chain: Ch an even number of sts
- Row 1(RS): Dc in 4th ch from hk and each ch across, turn.
- Row 2: ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *BPsc in next sc, FPsc in next sc; rep from * across, sc in top of t-ch, turn.
- Row 3: ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each sc across, turn.
- Row 4: ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *FPsc in next sc, BPsc in next sc; rep from * across, sc in top of t-ch, turn.
- Row 5: ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each sc across, turn.
Repeat rows 2-5 until you have reached your desired length.
Swatch Photos
Arruga Stitch Crochet, Reversible
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