In today’s tutorial, I will be showing you how to make the Cabbage Patch stitch. The name of this stitch is what intrigued me to try it and I am so glad I did.
This stitch is made up of a 2-row repeat. One row of crossed double crochets and then a row of shells stitches. It works up quickly once you get the stitch pattern memorized.
Tips for crocheting the Cabbage Patch Stitch
My best tip for success with this stitch is to keep your foundation chain loose. You can do this by simply being mindful and crocheting with a looser tension or by going up a hook size for the chain only.
This unique crochet stitch would make a really lovely blanket, scarf, or wrap. Its very versatile and looks good in stripes that change color each row or every 2 rows.
I always had plans to make a baby blanket with it but haven’t quite got around to doing it yet.
This crochet stitch is worked entirely of double crochets and chains. It has alternating rows of double crochet shells, which means a group of stitches worked all in the same stitch. In this case it’s 4 double crochets. Then on the next row you make crossed double crochets all the way across.
Don’t worry if you aren’t familiar with a crossed double crochet. I have a tutorial down below.
Information needed for this crochet stitch tutorial
- I used a worsted weight yarn and a 5.5mm hook
- This is just a tutorial so please use any yarn and hook you want.
Abbreviations
- I use US terminology
- Ch(s): chain(s)
- Dc: double crochet
- St(s): stitch(es)
The Details
- 2-row repeat
- Chain a multiple of 4 + 3 more chs
- Looks good on both sides
- Ch 3 counts as dc
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Cabbage Patch Crochet Stitch Instructions
Grab your yarn and hook and let’s get started!
Row 1: Skip 4 chs, 4 dc in next *skip 3 chs, 4 dc in next repeat from * across until 2 chs remain. Skip 1 ch. Dc in last. Turn
Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc) *skip 3 sts, dc in next. Ch 2, Dc back into the first skipped st. Repeat from * across. Dc in top of ch 3. Turn.
Row 3: Ch 3, 4 dc in each ch 2 sp across. Dc in top of ch 3. Turn.
Repeat rows 2 & 3
A Closer Look at the Crossed Double Crochet
Did you understand the crossed double crochet from row 2? Here is a color-coded picture that I hope will help you master this stitch.
In the first row, you made groups of 4-double crochets. In the second row, you will make a double crochet in the last double crochet of the group from the previous row (Purple). Then chain 2.(Green) You will finish your crossed double by making 1 double crochet back into the first stitch of that group of 4 (blue).
If you enjoyed this crossed crochet stitch, you might also like this one!
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And that’s all there is to it! What are you going to make, I would love to know?
I luv this pattern but I have one question, how do you end this pattern??
I’m making a baby afghan & was trying to figure out how to end it and what kind of border would you suggest?? Thanks,
Tina
I think any border would work. Just do a row of sc around the whole thing and go from there.
For those of you that are having trouble with the cross stitch there are numerous videos on youtube showing how to do it. Just search for crochet cross stitch. HTH!
I just came across this pattern and made a trial square. It is easy and beautiful. Thank you. Any thoughts on how much yarn is required for a 4 x 5 blanket ?
I love this pattern thank you for sharing . Does the pattern repeat from row 1 or row 2 I did not understand . Thank you .
You’re welcome Esther! Repeat rows 2 and 3.
I wish this was a live tutorial.. Ive tried to do this every way but standing on my head.. It is a beautiful stitch..Just cant get the hang of it..
Nice. This would make a good blanket. Thanks for the easy to follow instructions. JESUS Bless you
Thank you for sharing this! This is my new favorite stitch! If you wanted to put a border around it for a baby blanket what kind of border would you recommend?
Just found your patterns and am going to try the cabbage patch stitch on a baby blanket was very easy to read / thank you. Sami
Ty making baby blankets for donations using cabbage patch pattern.
I’ve been using this stitch for years and never knew what it was called! I love to use this stitch on baby blankets. And you’re using one of my favorite colors of yarn. 🙂
thank you for this lovely pattern iam making a blanket its beautiful will send go to when finished
I really like this pattern. it is very easy to make. he done the cross stitch before and found it was easy to make. can hardly wait to see the finished product. I know by it will as beautiful as the one you showed. thank for sharing your patterns.
Hello Heather!
I am a newbie at crochet, trying to teach myself. I am very anxious to try this stitch. Is it too late to enter for the yarn giveaway?
Thanks!
Suzanne
Can’t wait to try this stitch, it works up looking great
Row 2 was a little agonizing for me until I read this:
“In the second row, you will make a double crochet in the last double crochet of the group from the previous row, chain 2, then finish your crossed double by making 1 double crochet back into the first stitch of that group of 4.” The light in my foggy brain finally came on!
Thank you so much for that detailed description. I’m also following you on Pinterest for more goodies! (=
I have never been able to ‘read’ a pattern. Something always slips by me.
I read this one, used some leftover yarn to give it a go…hy cow!! It worked!!! I’m beyond tickled. Thank you so much!!!!!!
I’m anxious to make a baby blanket.
Thank you again, again, and again!
Yvonne, you’ve made my day. I am so clad this pattern clicked for you!