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Double Crochet Ripple Pattern
Mister Domestic
Description
Crochet ripple stitch patterns are a go-to pattern for crocheters because of its simplicity and texture. It’s possible to make just about any project using this fun and easy crochet stitch pattern. It’s perfect for crocheted ripple afghans, crocheted baby blankets and more! In this video, Mister Domestic demonstrates just how easy this stitch pattern can be.
DOUBLE CROCHET RIPPLE
Mister Domestic creates the stitch pattern as follows:
Ch a multiple of 12 plus 3.
Row 1: Dc in fourth chain from hook (first 3 ch count as dc), *dc in each of the next 3 ch, dc2tog twice, dc in each of the next 3 ch, 2 dc in each of the next 2 ch; rep from * to last 11 ch, dc in each of the next 3 ch, dc2tog twice, dc in each of the next 3 ch, 2 dc last ch, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in first dc, *dc in each of the next 3 dc, dc2tog twice, dc in each of the next 3 dc, 2 dc in each of the next 2 dc; rep from * to last 11 dc, dc in each of the next 3 dc, dc2tog twice, dc in each of the next 3 dc, 2 dc in top of beg ch-3 from previous row, turn.
Rep Row 2 to desired length.
Abbreviations
ch: chain
dc: double crochet
dc2tog: double crochet two stitches together
rep: repeat
This video uses U.S. crochet terminology.
The width of the swatch in the video is one that is great for a scarf. Start by chaining 27 stitches and work the stitch pattern to make a fun and funky accessory! Change colors every few rows to make something totally unique.