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Crochet V Stitch Variations: Tips, Tutorials, Ideas

Crochet V Stitch Variations   by Janice Jones     

The Crochet V stitch is likely one of the first beginner-friendly stitches one learns after mastering the basic six stitches (chain, slip stitch, single crochet, double crochet, half double crochet, and treble crochet stitch). Learn basic crochet stitches.

It's not surprising because it's easy to make, looks great, and beginners can feel proud of creating a pattern that looks beautiful, even though it is not advanced.  

It gets its name from its appearance.  The fabric that is created looks like little Vs.  

Let's look at some of the Crochet V Stitch Variations

Double Crochet V Stitch in a Solid Color

crochet-v-stitch-washcloth.jpg

The double crochet V stitch is likely the most readily recognizable.  It's light and airy and requires one to know how to make double crochet stitches as well as chains. 

If you would like to recreate this Crochet V stitch washcloth, please go to the Crochet V Stitch Double Crochet free pattern that walks you through the process.

Half Double Crochet V Stitch

Swatch of the half double crochet v stitch worked with 100^ cotton yarn.

This is just as easy as making double crochet stitches, but you are creating half double crochet stitches instead.  It produces a slightly thicker, dense fabric and the little Vs are more difficult to see.

The swatch above was made using Bernat Handicrater cotton Number 4 worsted weight yarn in the color coral rose.  It swatch shown also has a single crochet border because I tend to use it as a washcloth.  If you would like to recreate this project, the instructions follow.

How to Work the Half Double Crochet Stitch

The half double crochet V stitch works over a multiples of 2 chain stitches or an even number.  You can either add a couple of chains to create side borders of stand alone h

Abbreviations

ch – chain stitch
st- stitch
hdc – half double crochet

Supplies

  • Bernat Handicrafter Cotton from Yarnspirations.  Number 4.  1.75 oz (50 g)/84 yd (77) in Coral Rose.
  • H (5.0 mm) Hook
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry Needle

Finished Measurements

6.5 inch square

Directions

Pattern:  (1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc)

Ch 30.

Work in the 4th chain from the hook.  

Row 1:  1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc into the 4th ch from the hook.  Skip the next ch. Then work (1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 hdc), skip next chain and repeat across the row.  One hdc in last ch.  Ch 2, turn.

Repeat row 1 until you reach your desired length.  

Either fasten off or add a row of single crochet stitches around the border adding two single crochet stitches in each corner.  Fasten off, weave in ends.

Double Crochet V Stitch Motif Dishcloth

A variation of the crochet v stitch: This swatch is a motif or type of granny square

This could be considered to be an alternative to the traditional granny square because you can make many squares and join them together or keep working and make one large square. 

The concept is very similar to the granny square, but you will be making double crochet v stitches instead of the 3 double crochet cluster as commonly used.  For this, I will be making a square dishcloth.

Supplies

  • Cotton Yarn of your choice
  • Hook size:  4.5 mm
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry Needle

V stitch (v-st) (double crochet, one chain, double crochet) in same space.

Abbreviations & Special Stitches

ch: chain

sc:  single crochet

hdc:  half double crochet

st(s): stitches

sl st:  slip stitch

v-st:  (v-stitch) - (hdc, ch 1, hdc)

Directions

To make it easier to follow (hopefully) I've added additional instructions to these directions. 

Make a loop by making four chain stitches and then joining to create the circle with a slip stitch.  

Rnd 1: Work 4 chs in center circle (3 ch = 1 dc, plus one ch to complete the V stitch pattern.  1 dc. (this completes your first v stitch).  Ch 3 (creates the corner).  Next, work (dc, ch, dc) into the original center loop. Ch 3 (second corner). Then, (dc, ch, dc) into original loop. Chain 3 (3rd corner).  Then, (dc, ch, dc) into original loop.  Chain 3 (fourth corner). (dc, ch, dc) into original center loop.  Sl st into the 3rd ch from the base from the previous round. Then sl st into ch sp of the V stitch from previous round.  

Rnd 2:  Ch 4, dc in same space.  Make v-st, Ch 3, v-st (corner 1).  Work V-stitch in ch sp of the previous rnd. v-st. Make v-st, Ch 3, v-st (corner 2).  Work V-stitch in ch sp of previous rnd  v- st. Make v-st, Ch 3, v-st (corner 3). Work V-stitch in ch sp of the previous rnd. Make v-st, Ch 3, v-st (corner 4).  Sl st into 3 ch from bottom, then sl st into the center of the previous v-st.

Repeat round 2 working v-stitches in the chain spaces of the previous round and creating corners by making one v-st, chain 3, and one v-st  until you reach your desired size.  Fasten off.

Color-changing V Stitch Dishcloth

This pattern was written by one of our readers.  

The crochet v stitch worked in assorted colors

Sometimes it is difficult to know what to do with the small amounts of different colors of yarn left over from other projects. This project was created using scraps and a basic double v stitch. This is a versatile stitch that is easy to change colors with on every row.

Hook size: 3.00 mm

Weight: 100 % cotton yarn in various colorways

Foundation Row: chain 30

Row 1: Into the 4th chain from hook double crochet* skip 2 chains double crochet single crochet double crochet all into the next chain space* repeat from * to* across row
Change colors

Row 2: chain 3 into chain 1 space* into the top of the previous row work a double crochet single crochet and a double crochet* repeat from* to* across row change colors.

Repeat row 2 for pattern.

Edging: single crochet around project with three single crochets in the corners of the dishcloth. Weave in the tail in at least three different directions to ensure that the ends of the project don't come loose through use.

Variation Stitch Type Fabric Density Difficulty Best For
Double Crochet V dc, ch 1, dc Light & airy Beginner Scarves, blankets
Half Double Crochet V hdc, ch 1, hdc Dense, sturdy Beginner Dishcloths, bags
Motif/Granny Style V dc clusters + ch-3 corners Square motifs Intermediate Blankets, throws
Color-Change V Any base V stitch with yarn swaps Decorative, striped Beginner–Intermediate Striped scarves, afghans

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crochet V stitch?

The V stitch is a simple repeat where you work (stitch, chain 1, stitch) into the same space, creating a shape that resembles the letter “V.” The stitch used can vary—most commonly double crochet (dc) or half double crochet (hdc).

What multiple do I chain for a V stitch project?

Most V-stitch patterns use an even number of chains (a multiple of 2). If a border is included, add extra chains as instructed.

How do I start the first row of a double crochet V stitch?

Chain your foundation (even number), dc into the 4th chain from the hook, ch 1, dc in the same chain (first V made), skip one chain, and repeat (dc, ch 1, dc) in the next chain; skip 1 to the end. Turn with ch 3 (counts as a dc) for the next row.

How do I change colors neatly between rows?

Finish the last stitch of the row until the final yarn-over, drop the old color, yarn-over with the new color to close the stitch, then turn and continue. This gives the cleanest color breaks.

Crochet V Stitch Variations:  Pin For Future Referenc

Four swatches of the crochet v stitch in various colors on a pin imageCrochet V Stitch Variations Pin

Last Words

The Crochet V Stitch is a beginner-friendly stitch pattern with numerous possibilities.  Beyond the traditional Double Crochet V Stitch, this stitch can be made using the Half Double Crochet Stitch and Treble Crochet.  You can use it in a solid color or multiple colors.  Since it is so versatile, it is a good choice for making blankets, scarves, bags, and washcloths.

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