Arruga Stitch :: Crochet Stitch

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

Skill Level
Easy

Row Count
Number of Rows: 5

Pattern Repeat
An even number

Stitch Characteristics

textured

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.