Crocodile Stitch | Crochet Stitches | Free Crochet Patterns

The Crocodile Stitch in Crochet is a fantastic stitch for all kinds of projects whether you are making a blanket, a scarf, a shawl, or a dish cloth. You are going to love the petal look that this crochet stitch offers!

Abbreviations:

slst Slip Stitch
sc Single Crochet
dc Double Crochet

Details:

Row Count

Number of rows: 2

Pattern Repeat

6 + 4

Instructions:

Foundation Chain: Multiples of 6 + 4

Ch22 (mult 6 + 4)
Row1: Dc in 4th ch from hook, *ch1, skip 2 chs, dc in next ch, ch1, skip 2 chs, 2dc in next ch. Rep from * across. — 6 ch2 sps
Row2: ch1, *working sideways around post, work 5dc in first st, ch3, working sideways around post, work 5dc in next st**, skip ch1 sp, sc in next dc, skip ch1 sp. Rep from * across, on last rep end at **. – 4 crocodile stitches
Row3: Slst into center of first crocodile, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), *2dcs in next sc, ch1, dc in center of next crocodile st, ch1. Rep from * across, on last repeat omit last ch1. — 6 ch1 sps
Row4: ch1, sc in first dc, *skip ch1 sp, working sideways around post, work 5dc in next dc, ch3, working sideways around post, work 5dc in next st**, skip ch1 sp, sc in next dc. Rep from * across. – 3 crocodile stitches
Row5: ch3 (counts as dc), dc in same st, *ch1, dc in center of next crocodile st, ch1, 2dc in next sc. Rep from * across, but on last rep the 2dc are worked into the last st. — 6 ch1 sps
Row6: rep row 2. — 4 crocodile sts

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The crocodile crochet stitch is a relatively new stitch to crochet. Certainly, the appealing layered look of this crochet stitch really makes for a unique project.

In addition, learning to crochet the crocodile stitch is a little bit difficult. However, once you’ve gotten used to it you’ll find that it’s a great addition to your set of existing crochet skills.

Some Crocodile Stitch Tips:

Once you understand the basics of how a crocodile stitch works, you will pick up the rhythm of the stitch very quickly . However, you might find that it’s easier if you practice a couple of crochet skills first. Additionally, here are some tips that will help you as you learn how to crochet crocodile stitch:

The bottom of the crocodile stitch should point down towards your foundation row. If it doesn’t, you’ve worked it upside down.
Some people find that it’s easier to crochet the post stitches if they turn the work different directions to get the best angle for the stitch.
Have plenty of yarn on hand. Unfortunately, this textured stitch is a bit of a yarn hog.

Thanks to Kristin Ohmdahl for the video.

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