Alpine Stitch

Step-by-Step Tutorial – Alpine Stitch

Alpine Stitch is a beautifully textured crochet stitch that creates a raised, diagonal pattern, perfect for blankets, scarves, and sweaters. This stitch combines front post double crochet (FPdc) and regular double crochet (dc) to achieve its signature look.

✨ Skill Level: Beginner-Intermediate

🧶 Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn (or any yarn of your choice)
• Appropriate crochet hook (check yarn label for size recommendation)
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)

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Step 1: Create Your Foundation Chain

1. Start with a multiple of 2 chains + 1 extra for your foundation. (For example, chain 21 for a small swatch.)

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Step 2: Row 1 – Double Crochet Across

1. Yarn over (YO) and insert your hook into the third chain from the hook.
2. Pull up a loop (you now have 3 loops on your hook).
3. YO and pull through two loops.
4. YO and pull through the remaining two loops.
5. Repeat across the row to the end.
6. Turn your work and chain 1.

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Step 3: Row 2 – Single Crochet Across

1. Insert your hook into the first stitch, YO, pull up a loop.
2. YO and pull through both loops (this completes a single crochet).
3. Repeat single crochet (sc) across the row.
4. Turn your work and chain 2.

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Step 4: Row 3 – Start the Alpine Pattern (Using Front Post Double Crochet – FPdc)

1. YO, skip the first stitch, and make a regular double crochet (dc) in the next stitch.
2. Front Post Double Crochet (FPdc):
   • YO and insert your hook around the post of the dc from the previous row (instead of into the top of the stitch).
   • YO and pull up a loop (you’ll have 3 loops on your hook).
   • YO and pull through two loops.
   • YO and pull through the last two loops.
3. Repeat alternating dc and FPdc across the row.
4. End with a dc in the last stitch. Turn your work and chain 1.

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Step 5: Row 4 – Single Crochet Across

1. Work a single crochet (sc) into each stitch across the row.
2. Turn your work and chain 2.

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Step 6: Row 5 – Offset Your Front Post Stitches

1. Start with a FPdc this time: YO, insert hook around the post of the first dc from two rows below, complete a FPdc.
2. Work a regular dc in the next stitch.
3. Repeat alternating FPdc and dc across the row.
4. End with a dc in the last stitch. Turn your work and chain 1.

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Step 7: Repeat Rows 2-5 Until You Reach Desired Length

• Repeat Row 2 (sc across) after every Alpine Stitch row to create the pattern.
• Repeat Row 3 and Row 5 alternately to continue the Alpine Stitch texture.

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Step 8: Finish Off & Weave in Ends

1. Once you reach the desired length, cut your yarn and pull it through the last loop to secure.
2. Use a tapestry needle to weave in your ends for a clean finish.

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Tips for Success 🌟

✔ Keep your tension even to maintain the raised effect.
✔ Use contrasting yarn colors for a two-tone effect.
✔ Block your work for a polished, professional finish.