VIRUS CROCHET
Virus Crochet
Category: Decorative Stitches
Difficulty: Advanced
Description: The Virus Crochet Stitch creates a stunning, layered design with a repeating shell pattern. This stitch is perfect for shawls, blankets, and other decorative projects, offering a striking and intricate appearance.
Instructions
- Foundation Chain: Multiple of 4 + 1 chain.
- Row 1: Starting in the 5th chain from the hook, work 1 DC, CH 1, 1 DC in the same chain. Skip 2 chains, work 1 DC, CH 1, 1 DC in the next chain. Repeat across. CH 3 and turn.
- Row 2: Work 3 DC into the first CH-1 space, CH 1, skip 1 DC, and work 3 DC into the next CH-1 space. Repeat across the row. CH 3 and turn.
- Row 3: Work 1 DC into the first stitch, CH 1, and work 3 DC into the next CH space. Continue alternating CH 1 and 3 DC groups across the row. CH 3 and turn.
- Repeat Rows 2 and 3: Continue to follow the layered pattern to create the virus effect.
Uses: Shawls, blankets, scarves, and decorative throws.