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How to Crochet the Corded Ridge Stitch: Free Pattern & Tutorial

Updated April 2, 2026

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Learn how to crochet the Corded Ridge Stitch with this free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial in both right and left-handed versions. If you love clean lines and subtle texture, the corded ridge stitch is a must-try! This beautifully structured stitch creates raised horizontal ridges that add depth and definition to your crochet projects, creating a modern look.

Close-up of a crocheted swatch using the corded ridge stitch in bright pink yarn, showing horizontal textured ridges and evenly spaced rows.

Pattern Use Ideas

  • Blankets
  • Cushions
  • Garments

Materials & Tools

  • Yarn: You can use any weight of yarn and the recommended hook size that can be found on the yarn band. If you are a beginner, I recommend using a DK or Aran weight yarn.
  • Hook: Check the yarn band you are using for the recommended hook size.
  • Scissors
  • Darning Needle
  • Stitch Markers (optional)

Pattern Notes

Written in UK terms but switchable to US terms below.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Stitch Multiple: 1 +1

This pattern gives you the basic principles for the Corded Ridge stitch, designed to help you create your own projects.

At the end of each row, you will NOT turn your work. For every row, you will be working with the right side facing you.

Video tutorials can be found at the base of the post in both right and left-handed versions.

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Close-up of a crocheted swatch using the corded ridge stitch in bright pink yarn, showing horizontal textured ridges and evenly spaced rows.

Convert Pattern Terms

Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version.

Terms & Abbreviations

Stitch(s): St(s)

Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over pull through stitch and loop on hook

Chain: ch(s): Yarn over, pull through.

Treble crochettr(s): Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook.  Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.

Special Stitches

Reverse Double Crochet: (Rdc): without turning the work, insert hook into previous st from the last row, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through both loops.

Bella Coco How to Crochet eBook

Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. You can find my EBook HERE.

Free Crochet Pattern: Corded Ridge Stitch

You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.

Foundation: Ch in multiples of 1 + 1

Row 1 (RS): tr in third ch from hook (skipped 2-ch counts as st), tr in each ch across.
Do not turn.

Row 2 (RS): 1 ch (does not count as st), working into the front loop only, Rdc in each st across. Do not turn.

Row 3: 3 ch (counts as tr), working into the unworked loop of st from two rows below, tr in each st across. Do not turn.

Rep Rows 2 and 3 until desired height.

Fasten off and sew in ends.

Video Tutorials

Right-handed

Or you can watch on YouTube

Left-handed

Or you can watch on YouTube

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