V Double Crochet Stitch

Making a crochet v-stitch pattern is an easy crochet stitch to learn, and it is a versatile stitch that can be used for a variety of crochet projects. If you are new to crocheting this is a great stitch pattern to start with. Or if you are looking for an easy stitch pattern, look no further, because this simple v double crochet stitch is a great one to learn, and I am happy to teach you how to make it.

Double Crochet V-Stitch

I am excited to teach you the classic V-stitch pattern. This is an easy crochet stitch to learn. The simple v-stitch pattern is a great one to use to make crochet projects, like baby blankets blankets, lap blankets, afhghans, or even scarves.

The stitch gets its name because it is made using double crochet stitches, in the shape of a v. There are a few variations on this basic v double crochet stitch pattern that I am also excited to teach you how to make.

Why do I love the v-stitch?

I have a special place in my heart for this v-stitch pattern. When I was a beginner crocheter, many years ago, the classic double crochet v-stitch was the first crochet stitch I used to make a small lap blanket.

I believe that this is the perfect beginner crochet stitch pattern to use for any project. This is such a great stitch because you really only need to know two stitches, a double crochet and a chain stitch. After that, learning where to place your stitches is all you have to determine. Making this a great beginner stitch pattern!

The Stitches

The basic stitches that you will need to know how to crochet are the chain stitch and the double crochet stitch. These are the two basic crochet stitches, but I will also show you some v-stitch variations that use a single crochet, and a treble crochet stitch. But let’s focus on the classic double crochet v stitch pattern.

Chain Stitches. Chain stitches are used as the foundation row for this v double crochet stitch, as well as throughout the project. Learn how to make the chain stitch by checking out my easy tutorial, or watching my short video.

Double Crochet Stitches. Double crochet stitches are another basic crochet stitch. These stitches are used to for the “v” shape of this crochet stitch. You can learn how to make this double crochet stitch, with my written tutorial that will walk you through the step-by-step instructions along with photos, or you can watch this short video.

Now that you know the basic stitches used in this classic v double crochet stitch, let’s get started on the stitch tutorial by looking at the step-by-step instructions for the v double crochet stitch.

V Double Crochet Stitch Tutorial

Materials

Yarn – Medium or worsted weight yarn. How much you need will depend on what project you want to make with it.

5.0 MM Crochet hook – Using a size H crochet hook is a good place to begin. You can also reference your yarn package to see what the manufacturer recommends for hook size for your specific yarn.

Abbreviations (US Terms):

ch – chain

sl st – slip stitch

st/sts – stitch/stitches

dc – double crochet

sc – single crochet

hdc – half double crochet

tr – treble crochet

How to Crochet the Double V-Stitch

Classic Double Crochet V-Stitch

The Foundation Chain: ch 30 sts

Tip: This foundation chain is just to make a practice square. For a lap blanket, you will want to chain 100 stitches. Feel free to adjust your number of stitches depending on how wide you want it. Just make sure you have an even number of stitches.

Row 1: in the 4th ch st from the hook, make a dc st, ch 1, dc in the same st. *Skip the next ch sp, dc in the next st, ch 1, dc in same st*. Repeat from * to * across. When you reach the last 2 ch sts, dc in last ch st.

making the v stitch into the beginning chain

Row 2: ch 3 sts, turn, *in the ch 1 st, work dc, ch 1, dc, skip to the next ch 1 space*. Repeat from * to * across. When you reach the end of the row dc on top of the last ch 3 space to make the final stitch.

Repeat row two until your project reaches your desired size.

Crochet V-Stitch Variations

In addition to the classic double crochet v stitch, there are many different variations on this stitch. Some of the different stitches, have different crochet stitches used, others are different by adding or subtracting chain stitches in between the double crochet stitches. Here are the different crochet v stitch variations that you might also enjoy making.

No-Space Double Crochet V-Stitch

Foundation Chain: Chain an even number of stitches

Row 1: in the 4th ch st from the hook, make a dc st, dc in the same st. *Skip the next ch sp, dc in the next st, dc in same st*. Repeat from * to * across. When you reach the last 2 ch sts, dc in last ch st.

Row 2: ch 3 sts, turn, *working in between the dc sts on the previous row, work 2 dc sts, skip to the next sts*. Repeat from * to * across. Dc on top of the last ch 3 space.

Repeat row two until your project reaches your desired size.

Half Double Crochet V-Stitch

Foundation Chain: Chain an even number of stitches

Row 1: in the 3rd ch from the hook, *make a hdc st, ch 1, hdc in the same st, skip the next ch 1 sp.* Repeat from * to * across. Hdc in the last ch space.

Row 2: ch 2 sts, turn, *working in the ch 1 sp, make hdc, ch 1, hdc, skip to the next ch 1 sp.* Repeat from * to * across. Hdc on top of the last ch st at the end of the row.

Repeat row two until your project reaches your desired size.

Treble Crochet V-Stitch

Foundation Chain: Chain an even number of stitches

Row 1: in the 5th ch from the hook work a tr, ch 1, tr in the same st, skip the next ch 1 st. *in the next st, tr, ch 1, tr, skip the next ch sp*. Repeat from * to * across. Tr in the last ch space.

Row 2: ch 4, turn, *working in the ch 1 sps, work tr, ch 1, tr, skip to the next ch 1 sp.* Repeat from * to * across. Work tr in the last st.

Repeat row two until your project reaches your desired size.

Single Crochet V-Stitch

Foundation Chain: Chain an even number of stitches

Row 1: in the 2nd ch from hook, work sc, ch 1, sc, skip the next ch space. *In the next ch sp, work sc, ch 1, sc*. Repeat from * to * across. In the last ch space, work sc.

Row 2: ch 1, turn, *working in the ch 1 spaces, work sc, ch 1, sc, skip to the next ch space.* Repeat from * to * across. Sc in the last st.

Repeat row two until your project reaches your desired size.

Crochet V-Stitch Cluster

Foundation Chain: Chain an even number of stitches

Row 1: in the 4th ch space from your hook, work a double crochet cluster stitch, skip the next ch space, repeat the double crochet cluster stitch in the next ch space. Repeat across. When you reach the end, make a dc st in the last ch space.

Row 2: ch 3, turn. Working in the ch 1 spaces, make a double crochet cluster, skip to the next ch 1 space, and make the next double crochet cluster stitch. Repeat across. In the last st, make a dc st.

Repeat row two until your project reaches your desired size.

Double Crochet Cluster Stitch

To make this stitch, you will first yarn over, insert your hook into the stitch indicated, yarn over and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops on your hook.

Yarn over and insert your hook into the same loop, yarn over and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops on your hook. There are now three loops on your hook.

Yarn over and pull through all three loops on your hook.

Chain 1

In the same stitch, yarn over, insert your hook back into that same loop, yarn over and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops on your hook.

Yarn over and insert your hook back into that same loop, yarn over and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops on your hook.

Yarn over and pull through all three loops on your hook.

Making a Solid Row at Each End

Sometimes when I am using this v stitch, I like to make a solid row at the beginning and ends of my crochet project. I have found that this helps the crochet project to help hold it’s shape. To do this I prefer to use a single crochet stitch, or half double crochet stitch to make up the entire row. Then, I follow the instructions for row 1 and row 2 outlined above.

What are the different types of Crochet V-Stitch?

The different types of crochet v stitch are made with different stitch combinations. Several of them are still created with the double crochet stitch. The main difference across the double crochet v stitches is that they either have no chain stitches in between, one chain stitch, or two chain stitches.

The other crochet v stitch variations use crochet stitches other than double crochet. Above I have written instructions for the v stitch using a single crochet, half double crochet, treble crochet, and even a double crochet cluster.

Double Crochet V Stitch

Using the v double crochet stitch is a lot of fun if you are looking for an easy crochet stitch that works up quickly. This is a great stitch pattern if you are looking for a simple stitch, or are just learning how to crochet.

Thank you so much for stopping by to learn how to make the v double crochet stitch! I hope that you have enjoyed this tutorial. Now you can begin making this beautiful crochet stitch.

Happy Crocheting!

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