Modified Sedge Stitch | Stitch Tutorial

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Looking for a new stitch to spice up your crochet portfolio? Well, look no further than the modified sedge stitch. This is a beginner-friendly stitch that requires only two stitches; the single crochet and the double crochet. Seriously, it could not be simpler.

I love this stitch for the beautiful texture it creates. Even though this stitch pattern uses the basics, it looks much more intricate and truly makes any crochet piece pop. There are a few different versions of the sedge stitch out there. The one we will learn today is a modification on the original that I find to be much easier to follow along with.

I started the hunt for some stitch texture a few months ago. Recently, I’ve been finding stitches I had no idea existed, especially modified versions. When I came across this stitch it was too good to pass up and I had to use it right away. It provides all the squishy goodness and yarny texture all yarn-lovers crave but is so simple you could do it in your sleep!

Tools:

To start, grab any yarn you have handy as well as a hook to match. I recommend using either a worsted or DK weight yarn and the recommended hook size for that yarn to get started so you can see how the stitch works up.

In my tutorial, I’m using a worsted weight 4 yarn and a 6.0mm hook.

Stitch Abbreviations:

ch – chain
st – stitch
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet

Modified Sedge Stitch Instructions:

You can find the video tutorial on YouTube here or keep on scrolling for the written instructions!

Start by chaining multiples of 2.

Going into the 2nd ch from your hook, work a sc and dc in the same ch. Skip over the next ch and work a sc and dc in the next ch. Repeat this process skipping the next ch and working a sc and dc in the next ch until you reach the end.

After you first row, you should have something like this.

At the end of the row, ch1 and turn.

For each of the next rows, skip the first st then work a sc and dc in the next st. Skip the next st and work a sc and dc in the next st. Repeat this pattern for the rest of the piece.

For each row from row 2 on, always work into the 2nd st from your hook.

How to Use this Stitch

This stitch can make the most gorgeous, textured blanket or even a wearable piece! I recently used this stitch for my Eucalyptus Crop pattern which will be going live in June!

I have found that this pattern works best when worked flat but it can be worked in the round as well. It’s super-versatile so it can be used in SO many different ways which is part of the beauty of it.

The greatest part about this stitch is the texture. It’s amazing to see two of the simplest stitches in crochet create such a complex pattern when worked together in this way.

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