Stitch Library Learn How to Crochet the Crunch Stitch: FREE Pattern Updated April 7, 2026 This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, I may earn a small commission. Click to see full details of my Privacy Policy. Pin it now, make later!26Shares Learn how to crochet the crunch stitch with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial in both right and left-handed versions. The Crunch Stitch is a beginner-friendly stitch which works up quickly and gives a lovely, modern texture that looks far more complicated than it really is! The crunch stitch consists of just two stitches, which are repeated, and the result is this lovely tactile fabric! TABLE OF CONTENTS1. Pattern Use Ideas2. Materials & Tools3. Pin For Later4. Pattern Notes5. Convert Pattern Terms6. Pattern Support7. Terms & Abbreviations8. Free Crochet Pattern: Crunch Stitch9. Video Tutorials10. Right-handed 11. Left-handed12. Crochet Stitches To Try Next VIEW MORE▼ Pattern Use Ideas Wash Clothes Blankets Cushions Scarves Hats Materials & Tools Yarn: Paintbox Wool Mix Aran or yarn of your choice Hook: 7mm Scissors Darning Needle Stitch Markers (optional) Pin For Later Pattern Notes Written in UK terms but switchable to US terms below. Skill Level: Beginner Stitch Multiple: 2 +2 This pattern gives you the basic principles for the crunch stitch, designed to help you create your own projects. Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post. 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. view in UK terms view in US terms Pattern Support The fastest way to get pattern support is to ask in our dedicated facebook group for Bella Coco Crochet patterns. This is the best place for you to connect with other crocheters. 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. Terms & Abbreviations Chain(s): ch(s):Yarn over, pull through Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook. Half Treble Crochet(s): htr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining three loops. How to Crochet – A Handy Reference Guide 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: Crunch Stitch You are viewing this pattern in UK terms. Foundation: Ch in multiples of 2 + 2 until you have reached your desired width.Row 1: Ss in second ch from hook (skipped ch does not count as st), *htr, ss in next st, rep from * across. Turn.Row 2: 2 ch (counts as htr), *ss in the top of the htr from the previous row, htr into the ss from the previous row, rep from * across. Turn.Row 3: 1 ch (does not count as st), ss in first st, *htr in next st, ss in next st, rep from * across. 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 watch on YouTube Crochet Stitches To Try Next Have you tried these crochet stitches? Suzette Sttich Grit Stitch Alpine Stitch Wattle Stitch Suzette Stitch Grit Stitch Alpine Stitch Wattle Stitch I always love to see your makes so if you try any of my patterns or follow my stitch tutorials please tag me @bellacococrochet or use the #bellacococrochet sarah-jayne KEEP ON making Don’t miss a thing! Sign up to our newsletter, grab a cuppa and find out about the latest posts and projects. First name Email address Thanks! Please check your inbox (and junk) to confirm your subscription! Pin it now, make later!26Shares Further Reading... Learn How to Crochet Corner to Corner (C2C) July 14, 2023 Learn How to Crochet Alternating Spike Stitch January 12, 2020 5 Eco-Friendly Crochet Projects March 3, 2020 1 Comment marie151 October 12, 2019 at 9:41 am Hi Is there supposed to be an DC introduced and on some of this you go from SS HT to SD DT?? Just wanted to make sure Reply Leave a Reply Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
