Learn how to crochet the Primrose Stitch with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. The primrose stitch is a beautiful crochet pattern that creates a delicate, floral-inspired texture with a mix of open and solid stitches. It features small, petal-like clusters formed by a combination of single crochets, double crochets, and chain spaces, giving it a soft and lacy appearance. After the first 3 rows, this stitch is a 2-row repeat so it’s a lovely mindful stitch.
About the Stitch
The primrose stitch works best with medium to lightweight yarns, allowing the intricate details to stand out. Despite its elegant look, it’s beginner-friendly and easy to learn, making it a great choice for crocheters looking to expand their stitch repertoire. Continue reading for more stitch patterns to try.
Pattern Use Ideas
- Blankets
- Shawls
- Scarves
- Lightweight Garments
Materials & Tools
- Yarn: I have used Scheepjes Softfun in Capri. However, you can use any weight yarn and recommended hook size that can be found on the belly band to your chosen yarn.
- Hook: 4.5mm (7)
- Scissors
- Darning Needle
- Tape Measure
Pattern Notes
Written in UK terms but switchable to US terms below.
Skill Level: Beginner
This pattern gives you the basic principles for the Primrose stitch, designed to help you create your own projects.
Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post.
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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.
Front View: Primrose Stitch
Back View: Primrose Stitch
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 and pull up a loop.
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.
Half Treble Crochet(s): htr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining three 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. Learn more about the eBook here.
Free Crochet Pattern: Primrose Stitch
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
Chain in multiples of 3 + 2
Row 1: [dc, 2 ch, dc] in third ch from hook (skipped 2-ch counts as htr), *skip 2 ch, [dc, 2 ch, dc] in next ch, rep from * until 2 ch rem, skip 1 ch, htr in last ch. Turn.
Row 2: 3 ch (counts as tr), skip next st, 3 tr in ch sp, *skip next 2 sts, 3 tr) in ch sp, rep from * across, tr in top of 2-ch. Turn.
Row 3: 2 ch (counts as htr), skip next st, [dc, 2 ch, dc] into next st, *skip 2 sts, [dc, 2 ch, dc] in next st, rep from * until 2 sts rem, skip next st, htr in top of 3-ch. Turn.
Rep Rows 2 and 3 until desired height.
Fasten off and sew in ends.
Video Tutorials
Right-handed
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Left-handed
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sarah-jayne
I attempted to follow a different artist’s pattern (written in US terms, what i learned with) but for the life of me I couldn’t get the foundation to be right. I tried 3 times and thought it was a me problem. I finished the whip anyways and it’s just.. off.
First try following your pattern and it’s perfect. Super easy to follow, even for someone who is used to a different terminology. To the point that its beginner friendly when I’ve always seen it as an intermediate stitch. Just amazing, thank you!
Hi Pepsii You are very welcome and I’m glad it was helpful 🙂