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Learn How to Cross Stitch Double Crochet: Free Pattern

Updated April 2, 2026

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Learn how to crochet the cross stitch double crochet with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. This stitch gives your fabric a beautifully woven appearance with a subtle criss-cross pattern that creates a lovely, dense fabric.

About This Stitch

Due to the nature of this stitch, it can only be worked in the round. I find that this stitch is more effective when using a heavier yarn, such as a aran weight yarn.  

Pattern Use Ideas

  • Cushions
  • Cowls
  • Baskets
  • Washclothes

Materials & Tools

Pattern Notes

Written in UK terms but switchable to US terms below.

Skill Level: Beginner

Due to the nature of this stitch, it can only be used when working in the round.

This pattern gives you the basic principles for the cross double crochet, designed to help you create your own projects.

Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post for both right and left-handed crochet.

Pattern Support

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Please note, if you wish to change and adapt this pattern in any way, this must be done at your own exploration and we cannot offer assistance with this.

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.

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Terms & Abbreviations

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

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

Special Stitches

Crossed Double Crochet(s): cdc(s): Insert hook into next st, yarn under, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through both loops on the hook.

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: Cross Stitch Double Crochet

You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.

Foundation: Ch in multiples of 1 to your desired size and form a circle.

Round 1: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), cdc in each stitch around. Ss to first st.

Repeat Row 1 until you reach your 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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sarah-jayne
 
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5 Comments

  • Angeliki
    February 9, 2020 at 9:57 pm

    very nice but a bit quick 🙂
    struggle to see how you make the circle .
    very beautiful!!

    thanks for the nice videos!

    Reply
    • Elizabeth
      July 19, 2021 at 2:54 pm

      Hi, does it matter which side i insert the hook when making the slip stitch?

      Reply
  • Kahlea
    April 11, 2020 at 12:16 am

    Hello, I am a complete beginner – could I use this stitch to make a baby blanket?

    Thanks 🙂

    Reply
  • Elisa Snyder
    April 25, 2020 at 1:54 am

    Would this stitch work on border of blanket?

    Reply
  • Lyn millowick
    July 19, 2020 at 12:39 pm

    Thankyou for all of your tutorials I have learnt many patterns thanks to you. I am 58 and only learnt last year. I have learnt the waffle stitch which I have made many blankets(my favourite), now cross stitch single crochet. Love the tutorials. Thanks again

    Reply

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