Learn how to crochet the harvest stitch with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial in both right and left-handed versions. The Harvest Stitch is a beautifully textured crochet stitch that features a beautiful combination of texture and openness, with small clusters resembling harvested grains or berries.
The Harvest Stitch combines simple techniques to create an intricate look, making it a great choice for both advanced beginner and experienced crocheters. Whether you’re crafting scarves, table runners, or even sweaters, this versatile stitch adds a lovely, tactile dimension to your creations.
Ways to Use This Stitch
- Garments
- Blankets
- Home Decor
- Scarves
Pattern Notes
- Written in UK terms but switchable to US crochet terms below.
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Stitch Multiple: 7 + 3
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Materials & Tools
- Yarn: I have used Paintbox Cotton DK However, You can use any weight yarn and recommended hook size that can be found on the belly band to your chosen yarn.
- Hook: 4mm (G -6) or corresponding hook size to the yarn weight chosen.
- Darning Needle
- Scissors
- Tape Measure
Convert Pattern Terms
Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version.
Terms & Abbreviations
Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook.
Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Special stitches
Double Puff Stitch: (DPS): yo, insert hook into st, yo, pull through st and bring up to height of loop, [yo, insert hook into same st, yo and pull through st] four times (11 loops on hook), yo, draw through 10 loops on hook, yo, pull through remaining loops.
Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your crochet stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. You can find my EBook HERE.
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Free Crochet Pattern: Harvest Stitch
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
Chain in multiples of 7 plus 3
Row 1 (RS): dc in second ch from the hook (skipped ch does not count as st), dc in each ch across. Turn.
Row 2 (WS): 3 ch (counts as tr here and throughout), tr in next st, *skip 2 sts, [DPS, 2 ch, DPS] in next st, skip 2 sts, tr in next 2 sts, rep from * across. Turn.
Row 3: 3 ch, tr in next st, *skip DPS, [DPS, 2 ch, DPS] in ch sp, skip DPS, tr in next 2 sts, rep from * across. Turn.
Rep Row 3 until desired height.
Fasten off and sew in ends.
Video Tutorials
Right-handed
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sarah-jayne
Thanks for that Sarah Jane . I have printed out the instructions for the Harvest stitch and hopefully soon try the pattern out.
I love a challenge but you need to have full concetration with no distractions around you!
Love
Jean