The Sedge Stitch

Learning the Sedge Stitch is a wonderful way to add soft texture to your crochet projects without using complicated stitch combinations. This stitch creates a beautifully woven appearance by repeating a simple combination of single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet all worked into the same stitch. The result is a fabric that is sturdy, reversible, and perfect for blankets, scarves, dishcloths, bags, and so much more. Once you learn the repeat, the Sedge Stitch becomes wonderfully relaxing to crochet.

Materials Needed

Your current project yarn: Any weight yarn works, though a smooth worsted weight yarn is ideal for learning the stitch pattern.

A matching hook: Use the hook size recommended on your yarn label.

Tapestry needle and scissors: For weaving in your ends when your project is complete.

The Stitch Breakdown

Before beginning the Sedge Stitch, you'll need to know a few basic stitches.

Chain (ch): Yarn over and pull through the loop on your hook.

Single Crochet (sc): Insert your hook into the stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through both loops.

Half Double Crochet (hdc): Yarn over, insert your hook into the stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through all three loops.

Double Crochet (dc): Yarn over, insert your hook into the stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop. Yarn over, pull through two loops, then yarn over and pull through the remaining two loops.

Sedge Stitch Group: One single crochet, one half double crochet, and one double crochet all worked into the same stitch.

Step by Step Pattern : VIDEO

Foundation Chain

Chain an odd number of stitches.

Work one single crochet into the second chain from your hook.

Skip the next chain.

Row 1: Creating the First Sedge Groups

*Work one single crochet, one half double crochet, and one double crochet all into the next chain.

Skip the next chain.*

Repeat from to across the row.

After your final stitch group, work one single crochet into the last chain.

Turn your work.

Row 2: Establishing the Pattern

Chain 1.

Work one single crochet, one half double crochet, and one double crochet into the very first single crochet from the previous row.

*Skip the next two stitches (the half double crochet and double crochet from the previous group).

Work one single crochet, one half double crochet, and one double crochet into the next single crochet.*

Repeat from to across.

Finish with one single crochet in the top of the turning stitch.

Turn.

Continue the Pattern

Repeat Row 2 until your project reaches your desired length.

As you continue crocheting, the beautiful woven texture of the Sedge Stitch will begin to appear.

Finding Your Rhythm

The key to the Sedge Stitch is remembering that every stitch group is worked into the single crochet from the previous row. The half double crochet and double crochet simply become part of the texture and are skipped on the following row.

If you're ever unsure where your next stitch group belongs, look for the single crochet. Once you identify that stitch, the rest of the pattern falls into place.

This stitch has very little counting, making it an excellent choice for relaxing crochet sessions while watching television, listening to music, or enjoying a quiet afternoon. The finished fabric has wonderful texture on both sides and drapes beautifully, making it a versatile stitch you'll find yourself using again and again.

Happy crocheting!