Learn how to make this easy crochet spike stitch for your next crochet project today! Read on down to find the full, FREE crochet stitch tutorial to get started today on your next crochet project!
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Have you ever wondered how to make a spike stitch in crochet?
If so, then you will love the fact that this stitch is one of the most interesting crochet stitches out there for crochet projects. I can promise you it is an easy technique to master and creates an awesome looking texture on your crochet projects!
If you can single crochet then you can make a spike! It is essentially just like a single crochet but instead of working the yarn into the current row you drop down to the row before it. Keep on reading down to find the free spike stitch crochet tutorial to get started your new favorite stitch.
MIX The Spike Stitch UP WITH COLOR
The spike stitch looks great with any color combination! Adding two or more colors to a project like this always makes it more eye catching and interesting. I used Red Heart Soft for this sample but any weight of yarn can be used. Just be sure to use the corresponding hook to the yarn weight or you will end up with a not so nice looking crochet piece.
USE The Spike Stitch in BLANKETS, HANDBAGS & MORE!
I think this stitch pattern would make a great blanket, handbag or washcloth! I can even envision it as a sweater. I think I need to add all three of those to my to crochet list!
Ready to learn all about the spike stitch?
If so keep on scrolling down for the free step by step spike stitch crochet tutorial and please be sure to ask if you have any questions!
Happy Crocheting Friends!
SPIKE STITCH CROCHET TUTORIAL
SHOPPING LIST
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Two colors of worsted weight yarn (Color A & Color B) Red Heart Soft Yarn in Teal & Red Heart Soft Yarn in Guacamole.
- Crochet hook J 6.00 mm
NOTES:
Remember to Chain 1 at the end of every row and turn your project.
SPIKE STITCH
Chain desired amount in Color A and then starting in the second chain from the hook work a row of single crochets.
Change to Color B. (How to change colors in crochet tutorial HERE.) Next, insert hook into the top of the stitch below the current row being worked.
Yarn over and draw yarn back through stitch.
Pull through the work to the height of the current row you are working on.
Yarn over and pull through the two loops on hook.
A crochet spike stitch has been created!!!
Keep on going until you have completed a row! Always make sure to chain 1 and turn at the end of every row.
To achieve the look below do a row of spike stitches followed by a row of single crochets of the same color for a total of 2 rows. You can change colors now by using this tutorial. Alternate colors every two rows to achieve the classic spike stitch look.
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I hope you enjoyed this spike stitch tutorial. Want more tutorials just like this? Check out our Primrose Stitch Tutorial and Sand Stitch Tutorial to add even more fun crochet stitches to your library!
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Happy Crocheting!!
Janice
February 28, 2016 at 2:27 pmHow do you come up with a pattern,
without a pattern? I can do basic stitches and can read patterns but
can’t imagine how to come up with a pattern of my own.
Lucy
March 2, 2016 at 4:56 amLove it – I was looking for a simple two color – quick stitch for a baby blanket! Perfect with a simple edge. Thanks
Faye Patten
April 7, 2016 at 12:22 pmThis makes a beautiful hound tooth pattern. I have seen other hound tooth patterns but this is much easier. Thanks
Krista
April 13, 2016 at 11:07 amThank you! I’m glad you like it! 🙂
Jane
December 30, 2016 at 1:12 pmThis is so pretty! I can’t wait to get my hooks!
Krista
January 3, 2017 at 9:57 amI am so glad you like it Jane! Enjoy! 🙂
Lorraine
July 1, 2017 at 8:09 pmThank you for this, you kept it easy. I will explore your site further, but for now I had to tell you, I love crochet AND rescued fur babies too!!
K. Van Wormer
October 14, 2017 at 4:53 pmI would like to do this in the round. What changes do i need to make for that ?
K. Van Wormer
October 14, 2017 at 4:55 pmI would like to do this in the round. What changes would I need to make?
Krista
December 17, 2017 at 11:47 amYou are welcome! I am so glad you are here! Happy Crocheting! 🙂
Krista
December 17, 2017 at 11:59 amHi! I have never tried this in the round so I don’t want to steer you the wrong way but it is definitely something I’d like to try!
Marlene
January 23, 2018 at 12:19 pmNice pattern. I’m having trouble keeping my edges straight, though. It’s slanting toward the side with the color change. What am I doubt wrong?. Thanks
Barbara
January 30, 2018 at 7:45 pmCan a foundation single crochet work for the start of this project or is it better to do the chain and then the single crochet? I have only ised the fsc once so I’m not sure if it will change the look of the design. Thank you.
Barbara
MaChristy
April 15, 2018 at 4:36 amI just wanted to take a minute to tell you what a great job you did explaining this Stitch. I read several posts on how to do the spike stitch but just wasn’t getting it until I saw yours. Your pictures were a great help. Thanks again
Krista
April 15, 2018 at 8:37 amThank you for the kind words! I am so glad I could help you out. 🙂
Happy Crocheting!
Krista
Derrie Ann
December 26, 2018 at 11:38 pmHi Krista, beautiful work! I do better with a written tutorial. Is a pdf available for the spike stitch?
Thank you!
Krista
December 28, 2018 at 2:54 pmHi! I do not have a pdf for this stitch as of right now. I hope to in the future.
Krista
Linda
February 13, 2019 at 12:47 pmWhy can’t I get the free tutorial to come up for me. When I go to where it say tutorial and tap on it it doesn’ come up.
Krista
February 13, 2019 at 2:18 pmHi Linda,
The tutorial is on the page (not an external page). When you scroll down and it stays Spike Stitch I have the tutorial written out with pictures of each step. Happy Crocheting!
Krista