I hope you all had a great Christmas if you celebrate! I certainly did. I went away to spend it with the in-laws which means I got to relax while the baby spent time with his grandparent. I even finished another hat. Everyone loved it so much I think next year may the year I make matching hats for everyone… we’ll see.

Now, hopping back into my five part series;

I love crochet stitches that look textured, cozy, and impressive. If you’re like me, you are going to love the Alpine stitch. This stitch creates beautiful raised columns and adds depth and interest to any project. It does all this while still using simple techniques that feel familiar once you get the hang of them.

The Alpine stitch is number two in my five part “favorite stitches series.”  It is, like the Suzette stitch, also perfect for blankets, scarves, cowls, and even home decor pieces where texture really gets to shine.

The Alpine stitch is a textured stitch created by alternating basic stitches with front post treble crochets. The raised posts are worked into stitches from previous rows, which creates a raised, vertical texture across the fabric.

This looks intricate and is worked in a repeating pattern that becomes very rhythmic once you are a few rows in. If you are comfortable with treble crochet and ready to practice front post stitches, this stitch is a great next step.

Crochet Abbreviations Used

ch – chain
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
fptc – front post treble crochet
st – stitch

Alpine Stitch Written Pattern

This pattern is written in U.S. crochet terms.

Chain an odd number of stitches

Row 1 (RS): DC in 3rd ch from hook, and each ch to end, ch 1, turn

Row 2 (WS):  SC in 2^nd st from the hook, and each st to end, Ch 2, turn

Row 3: DC In 3rd st from the hook, *fptr in corresponding dc 2 rows below, dc in next st* repeat from * to end, ch 1, turn.

Row 4: Repeat Row 2

Row 5: fptr in first dc 2 rows below (make sure to skip the turning st), *dc in next st, fptr in corresponding dc 2 rows below* repeat from * to end, ch 1, turn

Row 6: Repeat Row 2

For the pattern: Repeat rows 3 – 6 until your project reaches the desired length. Finish on a row 2 repeat.

If you gave this stitch a try, share you thoughts about it below!