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    Home ยป Stitch Tutorials

    Updated: Jul 5, 2023 by Jess Coppom ยท

    A “Braided” Crochet Stitch That Looks Like Knitting – Easy Video Tutorial

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    This quick video tutorial covers how to work a “braided” crochet stitch that looks like knitting. This stitch is quite simple and perfect for confident beginners. It’s also what’s used in the free Braided Boho Poncho crochet pattern!

    Two in-progress crochet patterns made using braided stitch and hook.


    This braided crochet stitch video tutorial is part of an ongoing collaboration with Lion Brand Yarn. This post contains affiliate links.

    Jump to:
    • Braided Stitch Background
    • What Is The Braided Crochet Stitch?
    • Braided Crochet Stitch Video Tutorial
    • Step-By-Step Written Instructions
    • More Crochet Stitches That Look Like Knitting
    • Final Thoughts
    • Braided Crochet Stitch FAQs
    • That was so fun! Now what?
    • Invitation to our Facebook group
    • How to Work the Braided Crochet Stitch
    In-progress poncho pattern using braided crochet stitch with hook and yarn skein.

    Braided Stitch Background

    As I shared work-in-progress shots of the free Braided Boho Poncho pattern on Instagram, I got a lot of questions about the stitch I was using.

    This little combo is something I came up with one day when I was sitting on an airplane trying to find a crochet stitch that looked like knitting. This simple stitch accomplishes that “knit” look, while remaining very easy to work. 

    Related: Crochet Poncho Patterns for All Seasons

    Knit look poncho pattern with tassels.

    What Is The Braided Crochet Stitch?

    I don’t think I’ve ever seen this combination of stitches in any “official” capacity, so I’ve called it the “Braided Extended Half Double Crochet” stitch. If you have seen it before and know it has a different name, please let me know in the comments!

    Just as it sounds, it’s a knit-looking crochet stitch with a super simple combination of extended half-double crochet and slip stitches. Never worked an extended half double crochet before? Don’t worry! I cover exactly how to do it in the How To Work a Braided Crochet Stitch video tutorial below.

    Scroll right below the video for the step-by-step written instructions and photo tutorial.

    I think this braided crochet stitch pattern would be beautiful worked in a scarf, blanket, or sweater.

    (And if you love finding new stitches, this list of different crochet stitches for blankets and afghans and this list of 20 multi-color crochet stitches will give you a ton of inspiration.)

    Related: 27+ Easy Hats to Crochet for Winter

    A crochet pattern using braided stitch.

    Braided Crochet Stitch Video Tutorial

    Follow along with the video tutorial below to learn how to make the braided crochet stitch.

    Suggested Yarn

    โ€ข Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in the color Glacier

    Links referenced in the video:
    โ€ข Braided Boho Poncho free crochet pattern (sizes S-3X)

    Step-By-Step Written Instructions

    Below, you’ll find written instructions and a photo tutorial for crocheting the braid stitch.

    Materials

    • Any weight of yarn (the yarn used in the video tutorial is Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick)
    • Crochet hook in the correct size to match your chosen yarn
    • Pair of scissors to cut yarn

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    Abbreviation (US Terms)

    ch – chain
    hdc – half double crochet
    ehdc – extended half double crochet
    sl st – slip stitch

    Notes:
    โ€ข See photos below for exact hook placement.

    How To Start Braided Crochet

    Foundation Row: Ch any multiple of stitches with any size crochet hook.

    Row 1 (RS): Sk first 3 ch, ehdc in each ch to end of first row; turn.

    Row 2 (WS): Ch 1, loosely sl st through the middle loop only of each hdc; turn.

    Row 3 (RS): Ch 3, ehdc in front loop of each sl st; turn.

    Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for pattern.

    Here’s a quick photo tutorial on the extended half double crochet stitch (ehdc) in case you aren’t a big video watcher.

    Tutorial on how to work the extended half double crochet stitch.
    Step-by-step tutorial of a braided crochet stitch that looks like knitting.
    Tutorial showing how to add use extended half double crochet stitches and slip stitches to make crochet look like knitting.

    More Crochet Stitches That Look Like Knitting

    To learn more about making crochet look like knitting, you’ll want to check out this collection of free crochet patterns that look knit, which includes hats, sweaters, mittens and lots more. 

    I love how versatile yarn is! Isn’t it amazing the things you can do with it? You can also find all my free crochet video tutorials here!

    Final Thoughts

    Learning the crochet braided stitch will give you an amazing tool to incorporate into your yarn projects. With a row of long crochet stitches and a simple twist at the beginning, you can achieve a beautiful texture that’s similar to knit stitches.

    This stitch can be used to create stunning blankets, garments, dishcloths, potholders, pillows, and more.

    Now that you’ve mastered this “braided” knit-looking crochet stitch, you might like to learn from these other crochet video tutorials. (You can also find all my crochet stitch tutorials here!)

    Braided Crochet Stitch FAQs

    If you still have questions about the braided crochet stitch, read on for answers.

    What other crochet stitch looks like a braid?

    The braided puff stitch and the braided crochet stitch are two crochet stitches that look like a braid.

    They have a similar stitch pattern, but the braided puff stitch creates a bulkier fabric. Both of these stitches work well for knit-look projects like hats and scarves.

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    Invitation to our Facebook group

    Come discuss using the braided crochet stitch and lots of other projects and techniques in our Make & Do Crew Facebook group. Here thousands of helpful crocheters answer each other’s questions and share their stitches. Come join us here.

    A swatch of Wool Ease Thick & Quick in "Glacier" crocheted in a combination of extended half double crochet and slip stitches. The effect of this crocheting looks like knitting.
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    How to Work the Braided Crochet Stitch

    Follow along with these step by step instructions and video tutorial to learn how to work a "braided" crochet stitch that looks like knitting. This stitch is quite simple and perfect for confident beginners. It's also what's used in theย free Braided Boho Poncho crochet pattern!
    Gauge: na
    Measurements/Sizes: na
    Approx Time (varies by skill level): 30 minutes mins
    Yarn Cost: $2-$4
    Author: Jess Coppom

    Materials

    Yarn

    • Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick

    Other Supplies

    • Crochet hook
    • Scissors

    Abbreviations + Glossary (US Terms)

    • ch โ€“ chain
    • hdc โ€“ half double crochet
    • ehdc – extended half double crochet
    • sl st โ€“ slip stitch

    Abbreviations and Glossary (US Terms):

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    Permissions + Copyright

    Please do not publish or share this pattern as your own. You may make items to sell with this pattern. In exchange, please link back to this page. Do NOT use my photos as your own sales photos.

    Overall Pattern Notes

    Instructions

    How to Work the Braided Crochet Stitch

    • Foundation Row:ย Ch any multiple of stitches.
    • Row 1 (RS):ย Sk first 3 ch, ehdc in each ch to end of row; turn.
    • Row 2 (WS):ย Ch 1, loosely sl st through the middle loop only of each hdc; turn.
    • Row 3 (RS):ย Ch 3, ehdc in front loop of each sl st; turn.
    • Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for pattern.

    Overall Pattern Notes

    โ€ข Scroll up for a video and photo tutorial with step-by-step written instructions.
    โ€ข See photos above for exact hook placement.
    ย 

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    Comments

    1. Giana Demaria says

      June 03, 2021 at 12:49 am

      Im currently creating a blanket our of this stitch but I was wondering if you could add a different color into a row of 30 stitches but 100 rows long. Thank you in advance for any advice/help

      Reply
    2. Katt says

      January 21, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      I know this is late, but how would you increase it decrease with this stich? Like if you were shaping a neckline for a sweater.

      Reply
    3. Josefina Villanueva says

      October 05, 2019 at 7:32 am

      Thank you….
      Love your patterns
      and the help in learning new stitches….j

      Reply
    4. Loris Lutke says

      February 16, 2019 at 8:23 pm

      Hi Jess, I was working on this exact same stitch today. I saw it on YouTube from moogly. She called it the Alternative Double Crochet Stitch. To me, it gives the double crochet a more finished look. It also adds a ribbing effect to your work.

      Reply
    5. Kim McAllister says

      February 16, 2019 at 7:41 am

      I really like this stitch! Do any of the turning chains count as stitches? triple or single? I thought I heard you say the single chain turning chain does not… Also, on the original chain, when you chain into the fourth stitch from hook, does that count as one or two stitches? Knowing whether or not turning chain stitches count as a stitch is a real problem for me. Many patterns seem to vary even when using the same stitches. Some double crochet patterns count the turning chain and some do not. Length of chain varies too depending on the pattern. Please help ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks!

      Reply
    6. Gloria says

      April 07, 2018 at 9:41 am

      What is the yarn color you used for the boho poncho pattern

      Thanks
      Gloria

      Reply
    7. Sierra says

      March 15, 2018 at 6:46 pm

      I love how combining stitches makes a totally new look! Youโ€™re so creative Jess? Thanks for sharing the video.

      Reply
    8. Lynda says

      February 25, 2018 at 1:10 pm

      Love the pattern, canโ€™t wait to try it out! I thought the extended half double crochet that you made was actually a Herringbone stitch. Iโ€™m sure Iโ€™m confused though.

      Reply
    9. DONNA says

      February 21, 2018 at 6:51 am

      olรก recebi mais um video adoro-os, os seus trabalhos sรฃo lindos e os videos sรฃo muito bem explicados. Espero que possa traduzir o meu comentรกrio.

      Reply
    10. Melissa says

      February 20, 2018 at 8:44 am

      This is such gorgeous texture and unique combination!! Love it! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Jess @ Make and Do Crew says

        February 22, 2018 at 9:43 am

        I’m so glad you like it, Melissa. It’s fun to see how different it looks in different yarns. ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
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