The Modified Silt Stitch is an easy crochet stitch with a subtle texture that is worked over a two-row repeat. I’m calling this the modified silt stitch because I added my own little twist to emphasize the texture.
Tips for Crocheting the Modified Silt Stitch
This crochet stitch features alternating rows of double crochet and single crochet/2 double crochet groups. It’s a really lovely stitch as-is, but I wanted to up the texture a little bit. I did this by working all the double crochet rows in the back loop.
I love crochet; just a simple change and you can completely change the look.
As far as projects go, the possibilities for this crochet stitch are endless. It’s perfect for a baby blanket or even a chunky throw blanket. I do think that if you worked this stitch in the round, it would lose some of the texture unless you turned after each round.
Information needed for this crochet stitch tutorial
- For this tutorial, I used a worsted weight yarn (I Love This Yarn in Key Lime) and a 5.5 mm hook.
- You can use whatever hook and yarn combo you want.
Abbreviations Used:
- I use US Terminology
- ch(s): chains
- Dc: double crochet
- Sc: single crochet
- BLO: back loop only
- St(s): stitch(es)
The Details
- 2-row repeat
- Chain multiple of 3
- Ch 3 counts as a dc
- Ch 1 does not count as a stitch
Modified Silt Crochet Stitch Tutorial and Instructions
Grab your yarn and hook and let’s get started!
Row 1: Dc in the 4th ch from your hook and in each ch across. Turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, (Sc, 2dc) in same st as ch 1. Skip 2 sts. * (Sc, 2dc) in the next st, skip 2 sts. Repeat from * across. Place 1 sc in top of ch 3. Turn.
This is where I added my twist. I love the little texture of that row 2 created and wanted to bring that out.
Row 3: Ch 3, working in BLO, dc in each stitch across. Turn.
And that’s it! Just repeat rows 2 and 3 until your piece is the desired size. This is mine after 7 rows. How about that texture! Love it.
Looking more crochet stitches to learn? Check these out!
This looks like a soft puff stitch, but is so much easier for me. Thank you for sharing it.
You are welcome!
Having problems with it learning to the right (left-handed). Will this clear up with blocking. Making a large afghan and after 45 rows it is getting worse.
Thank you for sharing this awesome stitch! I’m making a headband/ear warmer for the the fast approaching cold season and was looking for a pretty yet subtle stitch. This works up beautifully.
I added my own variation: on the rows of dc, I used sc instead and only doing 4 long rows. I am designing a freeform vest for a dear friend, and it’s woodland themed. This stitch is PERFECT for the tall trees I’m putting on the back, the long rows will be the tree trunks.
I am going to make a small afghan for my 8 year old grandson. He wants it in black and white. I am going to put in a variegated yarn also with black, white and gray. This has a nice pattern and is a close weave. I can’t wait to get started.
Lovely! Quite suitable for cushion covers, if thicker yarn and hook.
What a great idea!
I found this blog via sewrella! I don’t have a word press blog yet!