Learn how to crochet the lacey ripple stitch with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. There are right and left-handed tutorials. The crochet lacey ripple stitch combines the classic ripple/chevron design with delicate lace elements.
This stitch creates a fabric with gentle waves and open, airy spaces creating a light breathable fabric. Keep reading for pattern use ideas and more…
Pattern Use Ideas
Shawls and Wraps:
- The airy and lightweight nature of the lacey ripple stitch makes it perfect for shawls and wraps. The open spaces allow for breathability, making these accessories suitable for both warm and cool weather.
Garments:
- The lacey ripple stitch can be used for lightweight sweaters, cardigans, and tops. The stitch’s openwork makes the fabric breathable, ideal for layering over other garments or for wearing during transitional seasons.
Home Decor:
- In addition to blankets and throws, the lacey ripple stitch can be used for decorative pillow covers, table runners, and wall hangings.
Materials & Tools
- Yarn: I used Caron Simply Soft in Light Country Blue
- Hook: I used a 4.5mm, however please use corresponding hook for your chosen yarn
- Scissors
- Darning Needle
Pattern Notes
- Written in UK terms but switchable to US terms below.
- This pattern gives you the basic principles for the Lacey Ripple Stitch, designed to help you create your own projects.
- Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post.
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
- Stitch(s): st(s)
- Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
- Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop and 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 and you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Advanced Stitches
- Treble Crochet 2 together: tr2tog: Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop and you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops (2 loops on hook). Yarn over, insert into next stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops. (3 loops on hook). Yarn over and pull through remaining loops
- Treble Crochet 3 together: tr3tog: Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop and you will have three loops on the hook. *Yarn over, pull through two loops. Yarn over, insert into next stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops; repeat from * once more. Yarn over and pull through remaining loops.
- Treble Crochet 5 together: tr5tog: Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop and you will have three loops on the hook. *Yarn over, pull through two loops. Yarn over, insert into next stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops; repeat from * three more times. Yarn over and pull through remaining 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 where there are no ads during the tutorials.
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Please note, if you wish to change and adapt this pattern in any way, this must be done at your own exploration and we cannot offer assistance with this.
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Pattern: Lacey Ripple stitch
- Repeat row 2 & 3 until you reach your desired size.
If you’re looking for a project to work on gradually whilst learning new crochet stitches then the Patchwork Blanket might be the project you’re looking for. Crochet 30 stitches and construct this beautiful Patchwork Blanket following my 65 page Ebook. Click here to find out more or alternatively click the image below.
Video Tutorials
Right-handed
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Left-handed
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Free Crochet Stitch Library
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sarah-jayne
This is beautiful, thank you for the tutorial! How would you start and add on to the end so that the top and bottom edges have a straight line? Thank you!
Hi Annie You’re welcome, I”m happy you like it! I have a tutorial on how to create straight edges on a chevron blanket here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KXVwGuV97U Although the pattern is different the principle for creating the straight edges is the same