Squares & Motifs

The Eastern Star Motif :: Crochet Stitch #150

How to Crochet the Eastern Star Motif

About this Stitch Pattern

This crochet tutorial will help you learn how to crochet the eastern star motif. This motif creates a fun star pattern. The eastern star motif would be great for afghans, blankets and pillows!

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Techniques Used In This Stitch Pattern

ch
Chain Stitch
sc
Single Crochet
dc
Double Crochet
hdc
Half Double Crochet
slst
Slip Stitch

Stitch Pattern Details

Skill Level

Intermediate

Row Count

4

Stitch Repeat

Stitch Pattern Instructions

Foundation Chain:Make 6ch, sl st into 1st ch to form a ring.

  • Round 1: 1ch, [1sc into ring, 3ch] 12 times, sl st to 1st sc.
  • Round 2: Sl st into each of next 2ch, 1ch, 1sc into same 3ch arch, [3ch, 1sc into next 3ch arch] 11 times, 1ch, 1hdc into top of 1st sc.
  • Round 3: *6ch, 1sc into next 3ch arch**, 3ch, 1sc into next 3ch arch; rep from * 4 more times and from * to ** again, 1ch, 1dc into hdc which closed previous round.
  • Round 4: *[5dc, 2ch, 5dc] into next 6ch arch, 1sc into next 3ch arch; rep from * 5 more times ending last rep in dc which closed previous round, sl st into next st. Fasten off.

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos

Example of the Eastern Star Motif. (Reversible)
Example of the Eastern Star Motif. Reversible (Click for Larger Image)

Stitch Pattern Characteristics