Finally, I’ve written a crochet pattern!
It’s small and simple, but pretty and practical. It uses the Cedar Stitch, which is the name I’ve given to a stitch pattern that I created. Of course, the world of crochet on the internet is vast, so if you come across its twin with a different name, please let me know. I certainly want to give credit where credit is due!
Cedar Stitch
I created Cedar Stitch when I was looking for a way to create two-way stretch in crochet without the usual big holes. When Cedar Stitch stretches, the spaces are triangular. That’s pretty neat. It has a lovely organic texture and—best of all—it’s incredibly easy to make.
It has a similar structure to moss or linen stitch, so if you know how to do that one already, this will be a cinch.
Cedar Stitch characteristics:
two-way stretch = great for garments
no big holes/gaps
not bulky
organic texture
simple construction—uses only chains and single crochet
UPDATE (1/27/21): To help you differentiate between linen stitch and cedar stitch, here’s a rather hastily-drawn diagram. When I have more time, I’ll make a nicer-looking one!
What’s the simplest way to learn a stitch and make a usable object? By crocheting a washcloth/dishcloth, of course!
So, here it is: make it, share it—it’s free.
Lily Sugar ‘n Cream worsted weight cotton (71g/120 yds), 1 skein of preferred color
5mm crochet hook
Gauge: 16 sts and 16 rows = 4 inches in pattern stitch
Dimensions: 6.5” x 6.5”
Abbreviations (USA):
ch chain
sc single crochet
sl st slip stitch
sk skip
st stitch
WASHCLOTH
Ch 26
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook. *Ch 1, sk next ch, sc in next ch* across, ending on sc. (25 sts)
Rows 2-25: Turn, sc in first st. *Ch 1, sk next ch, sc in next sc* across, ending on sc.
Do not fasten off.
BorderBorder is worked in sc starting at the end of Row 25, where the last stitch was made.
Work 2 more sc into the last stitch of Row 25, forming the first corner. Work 1 sc into the side of each row (23 sc in each side). In each corner, work 3 sc. Join in beginning sc with sl st. Weave in ends.
Finishing
Weave in ends.
Optional: block by soaking in water, pressing with a towel, and shaping on a flat surface to dry.
Pattern written by Jenn Palmer for Mushrump.com. This pattern may not be reproduced or copied without written permission of the author.
Hi! The linen stitch is made by doing a single crochet into the chain space (below the ch1), but in this stitch you are doing the single crochet into the single crochet below it. I’ll try drawing a diagram and uploading it.
I created Cedar Stitch when I was looking for a way to create two-way stretch in crochet without the usual big holes. When Cedar Stitch stretches, the spaces are triangular. That’s pretty neat. It has a lovely organic texture and—best of all—it’s incredibly easy to make.
It has a similar structure to moss or linen stitch, so if you know how to do that one already, this will be a cinch.
Cedar Stitch characteristics:
Difficulty Level: Easy
Materials
Mushrump 
I am new to learning crochet, and can’t seem to understand from the directions how this is different from a linen stitch!
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Hi! The linen stitch is made by doing a single crochet into the chain space (below the ch1), but in this stitch you are doing the single crochet into the single crochet below it. I’ll try drawing a diagram and uploading it.
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