The V-stitch places two double crochets with a chain between them into one stitch, so each stitch opens into a V. On the next row the V-stitches go into the chain spaces, stacking into columns. The fabric is light, drapey and fast.
| Abbreviation (US) | V-st |
|---|---|
| UK name | V-st (using trebles) |
| Height | About 3 chains tall |
| Turning chain | ch 3 (counts as a stitch) |
| Foundation chain | Multiple of 3 + 4 |
| Level | Easy |
| Good for | Blankets, scarves, shawls and summer tops. |
How to make v-stitch
- V-stitch (V-st): work (dc, ch 1, dc) all in the same stitch or space.
Pattern
- Chain a multiple of 3 + 4.
- Row 1: V-st in the 5th chain from the hook, *skip 2 chains, V-st in the next chain; repeat from * to the last 2 chains, skip 1 chain, dc in the last chain.
- Row 2: ch 3 (counts as dc), turn, V-st in the ch-1 space of each V-stitch across, dc in the top of the turning chain.
- Repeat row 2.
Tips
- Work the V-stitches into the chain space, not into the stitches; it is quicker and keeps the columns straight.
- For a chunkier V, use (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in each space and a multiple of 4.