The Grit Crochet Stitch

Grit Crochet Stitch     by Janice Jones     |Published 08-09-2021

This is a lovely pattern that creates a dense fabric with a little bit of texture.  Use it to make washcloths, scarves, blankets, pillow coverings, or makeup-removal pads.

Here are three different ways to do the Grit Crochet Stitch

This stitch can lend itself to many different variations of the basic pattern, but the three ways I see published most are

  • Single crochet Grit Stitch
  • Single-Double Crochet Grit Stitch
  • Double-Treble Crochet Grit Stitch

The directions follow.  Just remember that each one is done with a foundation chain of 2 + 1, meaning that you will need to start with an odd number of chain stitches.  The single crochet grit creates the densest fabric, and the double-treble is very stretchy.

Abbreviations Used in these Directions

ch = chain

sc = single crochet

st = stitch

dc = double crochet

tr = treble crochet

Single Crochet Grit

Single crochet stitch worked in scrubby yarn, number 5, color green.

While all of the crochet grit stitches are easy to make and memorize, I think this one is the easiest.  It also creates a relatively dense fabric that works well for most household objects such as a face or dishcloths, pillows, cozies, and baskets.  Once you master the pattern, scroll down to the bottom of the page for directions on making a scrubby dishcloth.

Foundation Chain: Multiples of 2 + 1 Add 2 to base chain if writing your own pattern.

Row 1: skip 2ch, which counts as your first sc, work 1sc into next ch, *skip 1ch, 2sc into next ch; rep from * to last 2ch, skip 1ch, 1sc into the last ch, turn.

Row 2: 1 ch (counts as 1sc), 1sc into first st, *skip 1 sc, 2sc into next sc; rep from * to last 2sts, skip 1sc, 1sc into the top of the last ch.  Turn.

Repeat row 2 until you have reached your desired length.

Single-Double Grit Stitch

Single Double Crochet grit stitch worked in orange variegated number 4 merino wool.

Foundation Chain: Multiples of 2 + 1.  Add 2 to base chain, if writing your own pattern.

Row 1:  Skip 2 ch which counts as your first sc, work 1 dc into next ch, *skip 1 ch, work 1 sc and 1 dc into the next ch, repeat from * to the last 2 ch, skip 1 ch and then work 1 sc into the last ch, turn.

Row 2:  Ch 1, which counts as 1 sc, work 1 dc into the 1st st, *skip 1 dc, work 1 sc and 1 dc into next sc, repeat from * to the last two sts, skip 1 dc, work 1 sc into the top of the turning ch, turn.

Repeat Row 2 until you have reached the length you want.

Double-Treble Grit Stitch

double treble crochet grit stitch in Number 4 worsted blue yarn

Foundation Chain: Multiples of 2 + 1.  Add 2 to base chain if writing your own pattern.

Row 1:  Skip 2 ch which counts as your first dc, work 1 dc into next ch, *skip 1 ch, work 1 dc and 1 tr into the next ch, repeat from * to the last 2 ch, skip 1 ch and then work 1 dc into the last ch, turn.

Row 2:  ch 1, which counts as 1 sc, work 1 dc into the 1st st, *skip 1 dc, work 1 sc and 1 dc into next sc, repeat from * to the last two sts, skip 1 dc, work 1 sc into the top of the turning ch, turn.

Repeat Row 2 until you reach your desired length.

Grit Crochet Stitch Free Pattern:  Dishcloth Scrubby

Here is a quick way to practice the grit stitch and get a little household item that is both beautiful and extremely useful.  A scrubby dishcloth.  For this project, I used Yarn Bee Scrub-ology Scrub It! in the color orange.  (yes, I'm thinking Autumn)

NOTE: 

If you've never used a scrubby yarn before, it may feel a bit rough on your hands at first.  You do get used to it, but if it is very awkward, consider using plastic gloves over your hands.

This yarn is a number 5 and I used a "J-10" Crochet Hook (6 mm or UK size 4)

One 3 ounce skein or 79 yards was ample plenty to create this little cloth with more than enough to make something else.

Free Pattern:  Dishcloth Scrubby 

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Single Crochet Grit Stitch done in greenSingle Crochet Grit Stitch Worked in Green Scrubby Yarn

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