August 2011 Stitch of the Month Crochet

August 2011 Stitch of the Month Crochet

   

 

 this simple stitch is fast to work up and would make nice dishcloths. Also potholders if you crochet two and sew them together.

Ch: multiple of 6 + 3

For sample, chain 21.   (3 x 6 = 18 + 3 = 21)

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in next ch, *1 dc in each of next 3 ch, 1 sc in each of next 3 ch, repeat from *, turn.

Row 2:  Ch 3, skip first sc, 1 dc in each or 2 sc, *1 sc in front loop of each of  next 3 dc, 1 dc in each of 3 sc, repeat from * with last dc in ch, turn.

Row 3: Ch 1, skip first dc, 1 sc in back loop of each of 2 dc, *1 dc in each of 3 sc, 1 sc in back loop of each of  3 dc, repeat from *  across row to last stitch,   sc in 3rd ch of turning chain, turn.

Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for pattern until square.

You can use these samples as an Afghan, just use one main color to crochet around them and sew them together or make coasters.