The Cluster Stitch: an easy step-by step guide for beginners

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The cluster stitch is flexible and visually appealing. This crochet stitch will add texture and dimension to your projects. It's great for creating cozy blankets, stylish scarves, and unique home decor items. Want to learn how to make this versatile design? In this blog post, I  will teach you how to crochet this beautiful stitch.


        Materials You'll Need:

  • Yarn (any weight)
  • Crochet hook (size appropriate for your yarn)
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)


Abbreviation used 

  • Ch=chain
  • St=stitch
  • Sts=stitches
  • Dc=double crochet
  • Sc=single crochet
  • Yo =Yarn Over

 

Basic stitches to know

Before you start, make sure you're comfortable working with these basic stitches:

  • Chain stitch (ch)
  • Single crochet (sc)
  • Double crochet (dc)

Special stitch

Cluster Stitch (dc3tog): Yo, insert hook in space, Y0, draw up a loop, Yo, draw through 2 loops. (2 loops left on hook) Yo, insert the hook back into the same space, Yo, draw up a loop, Yo, draw through 2 loops. (3 loops left on hook) Yo, insert the hook back into the same space, Yo, draw up a loop, Yo, draw through 2 loops. (4 loops left on hook) Yo and draw through all 4 loops.


The Cluster Stitch Tutorial:

Foundation Row: Ch multiples of 2 for your desired width.

Row 1: Make 1 sc in the second ch from the hook. *Ch 1, skip a ch, 1 sc Repeat from * across. Make a sc in the last st.

Row 2: Ch 3 and turn yarn.  Cluster Stitch (dc3tog) into ch 1 sp from the previous row.  *Ch1, Cluster Stitch* Repeat * until you get to the last two sts. Skip a st,  and make a dc into the last stitch.

Row 3: Ch1 and turn yarn.  SC in the same St.  * Ch 1, skip cluster, sc in next Ch 1 sp* Repeat * to end. Make sc into the ch3 turning chain.

 Repeat rows 2 & 3 for as long as you’d like your project to be.

Once you reach the desired length, fasten off the yarn and weave in the yarn ends.

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