The spike stitch is a crochet stitch that creates a beautiful embossed pattern. It’s a stitch that can be used in a variety of crochet projects, from throws and pillows to garments such as sweaters and scarves. This crochet stitch is relatively easy to make, but requires attention to detail to ensure the spirals are even and well defined. In this step-by-step guide, I’ll explain how to crochet the spikelet stitch.
Materials needed: Crochet yarn in the color of your choice, crochet hook corresponding to the yarn size and scissors.
Instructions: Make a chain with an odd number of stitches. This will ensure the spike stitch is symmetrical. For this example, we will make a chain with 17 stitches.
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Start the first row with a single crochet in the second chain from the hook. Single crochet in each chain stitch until the end of the row. Turn work.
Start the second row by making three chains. These chains count as the first career high point. Double crochet into the next stitch and then crochet into the next stitch. Repeat this sequence of double crochet and single crochet until the end of the row, ending with a double crochet in the last stitch. Turn work.
Start the third row by making three chains. Make a double crochet in the low stitch of the previous row. Then make a single crochet in the high point of the previous row. Repeat this sequence of double crochet and single crochet until the end of the row, ending with a double crochet in the last stitch. Turn work.
Repeat the second and third rows until the work reaches the desired length. Remember to end each row with a double crochet in the last stitch. This will help keep the work symmetrical.
Tips: Make sure your stitches are well defined to create the spike stitch spiral effect.
If you are doing a project that requires multiple rows of herringbone stitch, be sure to change colors every two or three rows to create a more interesting effect.
Remember that the number of starting stitches must be odd for the spike stitch to be symmetrical.
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The spike stitch is a relatively easy crochet stitch to make, but it may take some time to get used to the pattern. Practice on a small sample before starting a larger project to familiarize yourself with the point. With a little patience and dedication, you can create amazing crochet pieces using the spike stitch.
