Learn how to crochet corner to corner with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. Of all the crochet stitches, as a beginner, the corner to corner (c2c) can look the most daunting, but it’s really not as hard as it looks. However, if you’re a beginner, you may want to start with a swatch before taking on a C2C pattern.
What is C2C Crochet?
C2C is a technique where you work your project diagonally, increasing row by row from one corner until you reach the width and height you want. Then you begin decreasing back down to finish at the opposite corner.
Each ‘tile’ in C2C crochet is made of a small block of stitches—usually 3 chains and 3 double crochets (UK trebles). These blocks are stacked like little staircases, giving C2C its distinct diagonal look.
Project Use Ideas
- Blankets
- Shawls
- Garments
- Cushions
- Pixel-style animal portraits or alphabet squares
Materials & Tools
- Yarn: You can use any weight yarn but if you are a beginner, I’d advise using a DK or aran weight yarn
- Hook: Check the yarn band for the recommended hook size.
- Scissors
- Darning Needle
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
Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over pull through stitch and loop on hook
Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through.
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.
Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your 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.
Pattern Notes
- Written in UK terms but switchable to US terms above.
- This pattern gives you the basic principles for the Corner to Corner stitch, designed to help you create your own projects.
- Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post.
Top Tips
- Use stitch markers to mark the start or end of rows, especially when decreasing.
- Practice with one color before diving into colorwork or graphs.
- Keep a row count if you’re following a pattern or graph.
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Here’s @littlegemscraftshop trying out the stitch after putting it off for fear she wouldn’t be able to do it! How great does this look?
Free Crochet Pattern: Corner to Corner(C2C)
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
Foundation Chain:
Increase
Row 1 – Ch6, tr in 4th ch from hook and next 2 ch.
Row 2 – Turn work and ch6, tr in 4th ch from hook and next 2 ch. Sl st into top of 1st square to join (underneath ch3 space), ch3, make 3 tr in same space.
Row 3 – Turn work and ch6, tr in 4th ch from hook and next 2 ch. *Sl st into top of next sq, ch3, make 3tr in same space*, repeat from * until end.
Repeat row 3 until piece reaches desired size.
Decrease
To decrease, turn work and sl st in sp between next 3 st. *Ch3, make 3tr in same space, join with a sl st to next square*, repeat from * until second to last square. Join with a sl st to last square, turn work and sl st along next 3 sp.
Repeat until end.
Video Tutorials
Right-handed
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Left-handed
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sarah-jayne
C2C Crochet Patterns
Loving the corner-to-corner technique and ready to try something else? Check out these patterns available on the blog:
The Corner to Corner granny square is a great beginner make, ideal for a wash cloth or the start of a beautiful blanket.
The Bunny Wall Hanging is a fab piece of home decor using the Corner to Corner method. There’s also 2 bonus patterns to make a matching cushion cover and baby blanket!
The C2C Bobble Blanket is a pattern by the lovely Hayley from Hello Moon Crochet. The rows of bobble stitches and pom poms add a fun pop of colour to this rectangular C2C blanket.
Yarn Over Podcast
Have you discovered our Yarn Over Podcast? Jess from Make and Do Crew was the guest of a fantastic episode, talking about all things Corner to Corner. Jess loves the flexibility of working with shapes, whether that’s in garment form or a 2D design. She speaks passionately about taking an object and studying it to transform it into a 2D design that is then crocheted using the C2C method. You can listen to the podcast here or learn more about Jess here.
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Greetings from Vancouver Island,
Tonight, at last, I’m learning C2C using your video tutorial for left hand and I am so grateful.
I’ve tried on my own and with other videos but tonight I’ve followed you with success.
I’m hoping to make a baby blanket using this stitch once the yarn I’ve ordered arrives.
Thank you!
You are very welcome and well done 🙂
Thanks so very much from Wisconsin thanks so very much for your left handed video and directions . Very good your a good teacher. No-one can ever tell how a left handed person rd!ads charts etc or do a design do you have anything like this thanks so !uch
You are very welcome 🙂
Hi
I’m writing from Western Australia, Australia and I was just wondering if you put borders on your c2c blankets
Hi Phyl I think this is personal preference 🙂
I am a beginner at c2c. I am making squares for a dinosaur Afghan. On the decrease I should have 39 tiles left on row 40 but have 40. I have followed the pattern and have started on the corner. I don’t know what I have done wrong.
Could you help me out with this please
Thank you for your time.
Missey
Hi Missy, I think it’s possible that you haven’t worked the decrease properly. It can seem tricky at first but you will get the hang of it. I have a tutorial here on how to work a C2C square that shows how to work the decreases: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5G9IM24LFU Hope this helps.
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