Crocheting ribbing is a great technique for every crocheter to learn as it really adds something special to almost any project – Whether it’s the band of a beanie or the cuffs of a sweater, this stitch will always help to create a snug and cozy fit!
Materials
Yarn: Berroco Ultra Alpaca (50% alpaca; 50% wool; 216 yards [198 meters]/100 grams): Sweet Nectar Mix
Hook/Needles: US size G/6 (4.0mm);
Skill Level
Easy
Abbreviations
st(s) – stitch(es)
ch – chain stitch
sl st – slip stitch
camel hdc – camel half double crochet
Special Stitches
Camel hdc: Yo, insert hook in next st, but not though the front OR back loop, but instead an extra loop that is behind the next st, yo, draw up a loop (3 loops on hook), yo, pull through 3 loops on hook.
Foundation
Ch 27 (multiples of 1 + 1)
Row 1: Hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Hdc in next 25 sts. Turn work.
Row 2: Sl st in next 26 sts. Turn work. (26 sts)
Row 3: Ch1, camel hdc in same st,
(Yo, insert hook in next st, but not though the front OR back loop, but instead an extra loop that is behind the next st, yo, draw up a loop (3 loops on hook), yo, pull through 3 loops on hook).
Camel hdc in next 25 sts. Turn work.
Repeat
Row 2 – 3 until you reach your desired length.
