Alpine Stitch Pattern

Welcome back to Crochet Es Mi Pasion! Today, we’re exploring the beautiful and textured Alpine Stitch Pattern. This stitch is perfect for adding depth and interest to your crochet projects, making it a fantastic choice for blankets, scarves, and more. Let’s dive into the details!

Skill Level: Intermediate. Before we start, please note that this pattern is suitable for those with intermediate crochet skills. It’s important to be comfortable with front post double crochet (fpdc) and basic crochet stitches.

Note: Use the hook size recommended on your yarn label for the best results.
Stitch Pattern Multiple: The Alpine Stitch pattern is worked in multiples of 2 plus 3. For our sample swatch, we will chain 17.

Alpine Stitch Pattern

Alpine Stitch Pattern

Alpine Stitch Pattern Instructions

Foundation Chain: Ch 17

Row 1:

  • Dc in the 3rd ch from hook (the skipped 2 ch do not count as a stitch), dc in each ch across, turn.

Row 2:

  • Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.

Row 3:

  • Ch 1, sc in the first st, fpdc around the post of the next corresponding st 2 rows below (Row 1), pulling the fpdc up to the current level of work, dc in the next st of the current row, repeat from * to * across to the last 2 sts, fpdc around the post of the next corresponding st 2 rows below (Row 1), pulling the fpdc up to the current level of work, sc in the last st.

Row 4:

  • Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.

Row 5:

  • Ch 1, sc in each of the first 2 sts, fpdc around the post of the next corresponding st 2 rows below (Row 3), pulling the fpdc up to the current level of work, dc in the next st of the current row, fpdc around the post of the next corresponding st 2 rows below (Row 3), pulling the fpdc up to the current level of work, repeat from * to * across to the last 2 sts, sc in each of the last 2 sts, turn.

Repeat Rows 2-5 for the pattern.

Alpine Stitch Pattern

Special Stitches

Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc):

  • Yo, insert hook around the post of the stitch indicated, inserting from front to back and then from back to front around the post of the stitch, yo, pull through underneath the post of the stitch, [yo, pull through 2 lps] twice.

Tips for Crocheting the Alpine Stitch Pattern

  1. Keep an even tension: Maintaining a consistent tension throughout your work will ensure a neat and uniform appearance.
  2. Mark your stitches: Using stitch markers can help keep track of your rows and ensure you don’t miss any stitches.
  3. Practice the fpdc: If you’re new to the front post double crochet, take some time to practice this stitch separately before starting your project.

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We have an amazing explanatory video on the Alpine Stitch Pattern created by the talented team at Claudetta Crochet. Head over to their channel to watch the step-by-step tutorial and start creating beautiful textured pieces today!

The Alpine Stitch Pattern is a wonderful way to add texture and dimension to your crochet projects. Its unique look is sure to impress and bring a touch of elegance to whatever you create. We hope you enjoy working with this pattern and feel inspired to incorporate it into your future projects. Happy crocheting!

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