mycraftsideasAre you ready to elevate your crochet skills? The Extreme Drop Stitch Crochet pattern is an impressive technique that adds a unique, textured dimension to your projects. Whether you’re crafting a cozy scarf or a stylish blanket, this pattern will captivate with its intricate details. Let’s explore this beautiful stitch and create something stunning together!
Pattern Details
Stitch Multiple: Multiple of 8 + 12
Main Stitch: Double crochet drop cluster stitch (dcdcs)
Key
dc: Double crochet
sc: Single crochet
ch: Chain
sk: Skip
sp: Space
dcdcs: Double crochet drop cluster stitch – In the chain space, yarn over (as if making a double crochet), draw up a loop 2 times (5 loops on hook). In the chain space below the one just worked (2 rows down), yarn over, draw up a loop 2 times (9 loops on hook). In the chain space below the one just worked (3 rows down – a space all by itself), yarn over, draw up a loop 3 times (14 loops on hook). In the next chain space above the chain space just worked (up to the left), yarn over, draw up a loop 2 times (18 loops on hook). In the next chain above the space just worked (up to the left), yarn over, draw up a loop 2 times (22 loops on hook). Yarn over and pull through all 22 loops on the hook, ch1 to close cluster.
Materials Needed
Color 1: Worsted weight yarn, approximately 45 yards
Color 2: Worsted weight yarn, approximately 45 yards
Crochet Hook: Size H/8/5.0 mm
Tapestry Needle
Test Strip Size
11.5”/12” wide x 8” tall
Stitch Count for Different Sizes
12” wide: 32 + 12
24” wide: 64 + 12
36” wide: 96 + 12
48” wide: 128 + 12
60” wide: 160 + 12
Instructions for 12” Wide Strip
Foundation Chain: Chain 44 stitches (multiple of 8 (32) + 12 = 44)
Border:
Sc in the 2nd chain from hook and across, ch 1, turn. (43 stitches)
Sc in each stitch across, ch 1, turn. (43 stitches) Repeat once more.
Pattern:
Row 1: Dc in the first 5 sc, ch1, sk 1 sc, dc in each of the next 7 sc, ch1, sk 1 sc, dc in each of the next 7 sc, repeat across to last 6 sc, ch1, sk 1 sc, dc in each of next 5 sc, ch1, turn.
Row 2: Dc in the first 3 dc, ch1, sk 1 dc, dc in next dc, ch1, sk ch sp, dc in next dc, ch1, sk 1 dc, dc in each of next 3 dc, ch1, sk 1 dc, dc in next dc, ch1, sk ch sp, dc in next dc, ch1, sk 1 dc, dc in each of next 3 dc, repeat across, (last dc is worked in the ch1 of the previous row), ch 5, turn.
Row 3: Sk 1 dc (it is the center dc of the 3 dc of the previous row), dc in next dc, ch1, dc in next dc, ch1, dc in next st, repeat across. Break yarn, tie/finish off. (You will be skipping the ch sp and the center dc in the 3 dc of the previous row)
Change Color: Attach with a slip stitch at the other end (so you won’t have a knot on a knot) in the 3rd chain of the ch5 stitch.
Row 4: Ch1, dc in the 3rd ch of the ch5 st (this is the same st where you just did the ch1), dc in the ch sp, dc in the next dc, ch1, dcdcs, ch1, dc in next dc, dc in ch1 sp, dc in next dc, dcdcs, repeat across ending with dc in next dc which is the last dc of the previous row, ch1, turn.
Row 5: Dc in first 3 dc, dc 2x in ch1 sp, ch1, sk cluster, dc 2x in ch1 sp, dc in next 3 dc, dc 2x in ch1 sp, ch1, sk cluster, dc 2x in ch1 sp, dc in next 3 dc, repeat across, ch1, turn.
Row 6: Dc in first 3 dc, ch1, sk 1 dc, dc in next dc, ch1, sk ch sp, dc in next dc, ch1, sk 1 dc, dc in each of next 3 dc, ch1, sk 1 dc, dc in next dc, ch1, sk ch sp, dc in next dc, ch1, sk 1 dc, dc in each of next 3 dc, repeat across, (last dc is worked in the ch1 of the previous row), ch5, turn.
Row 7: Sk 1 dc (it is the center dc of the 3 dc of the previous row), dc in next dc, ch1, dc in next dc, ch1, dc in next st, repeat across. Break yarn, tie/finish off. (You will be skipping the ch sp and the center dc in the 3 dc of the previous row)
Repeat Rows 4 to 7 until you have the desired length, changing colors after completing Row 7.
Border: Join yarn using a slip stitch in the top of the beginning chain, sc in each dc and ch1 stitch across. Ch 1, turn. (43 sts) Sc in each sc across, ch1, turn, repeat once more. Finish off. Weave in ends.
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Instructions for Scarf or 60” Wide Strip
Foundation Chain: Chain 172 stitches (multiple of 8 (160) +12)
Border:
- Sc in the 2nd chain from hook and across, ch1, turn. (171 stitches)
- Sc in each stitch across, ch 1, turn. (171 stitches) Repeat once more.
Pattern: Follow the same pattern instructions as for the 12” wide strip, adjusting the stitch count accordingly.
Finishing
Once you’ve completed your desired length, add a border to finish the edges neatly. Don’t forget to weave in all the ends for a polished look.
We hope you enjoy creating this beautiful Extreme Drop Stitch Crochet pattern. The unique texture and flow make it an eye-catching addition to any crochet project. Happy crocheting!
