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 Stich
This crochet stitch features alternating rows of double crochet and single crochet/2 double crochet groups. Its 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)
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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.
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What are you going to make with this stitch?
I found this blog via sewrella! I don’t have a word press blog yet!
Lovely! Quite suitable for cushion covers, if thicker yarn and hook.
What a great idea!
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.
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.
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.
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.