Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial - Step by Step Pictures

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The double crochet cross stitch is a wonderfully textured stitch pattern! It only uses double crochet stitches to create a stunning design! It might look complicated, but it’s honestly easier than it looks!

I’ll walk you through this crossover stitch crochet tutorial step by step, with plenty of tips to help you feel confident using it in any project.

A hand rests near a blue crochet swatch, a striped crochet piece, and balls of yarn in blue, cream, and brown tones on a white surface—perfect for your next Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial.

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What is the Crossover Stitch?

The crossover stitch is a beautifully textured stitch, which looks a little bit like a faux cable. It is created by making three US double crochet stitches followed by a double crochet stitch that wraps around the previous three stitches.

This is a great stitch for all sorts of crochet patterns, such as blankets, tops, home decor and scarves.

Step by Step Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial for Beginners

Supplies you’ll need

I used Amigo DK for the tutorial photos which is a lovely, category 3 (DK) weight yarn, but you can use any yarn that you like. If you’re a beginner I’d recommend using a category 4 weight yarn so you can see your stitches easily.

You’ll need a corresponding crochet hook for the yarn you choose. If you look at the ball band, it usually gives you the recommended hook size. The hook I’m using is a Dots hook from WeCrochet.

Here is a short description of how to make the crossover stitch (or double crochet cross stitch as it is also sometimes called), followed by a more detailed explanation.

How to make the crochet crossover stitch –

chain a multiple of 4+3.
work a sc into the 2nd ch from the hook and each across, turn.
ch3 to start the next row.
skip the next st, work a dc in next st.
work a dc into the next 2 sts.
working around the 3 sts just made, work a dc in the skipped st.
rep steps 4, 5 and 6 across the row to last st.
dc in last st, turn.
repeat steps 3-8 for each row.

And that’s it! Pretty simple! Let’s have a look at some pictures!

1. Chain a multiple of 4+3

Hands crocheting with a blue and pink crochet hook, surrounded by yarn balls and two finished crochet swatches on a white surface—a perfect setup for following a Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial.

2. work a sc into the 2nd ch from the hook and each across, turn.

Two hands hold a crochet chain with a hook, ready for the Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial. Nearby are yarn balls, a crocheted blue swatch, and a striped crochet piece on a white surface.

3. ch3 to start the next row.

Hands crocheting with a blue and pink crochet hook, beside yarn balls and swatches of crocheted fabric on a white surface, perfect for following a Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial.

Step by Step Video Tutorial

Prefer to crochet along with me on video? Watch the tutorial below for a step by step tutorial on the crochet crossover stitch:

4. skip the next st, work a dc in next st.

Two hands demonstrate the Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial with blue yarn and a crochet hook; completed swatches and balls of yarn are placed nearby on a white surface.

5. work a dc into the next 2 sts.

Close-up of hands working on a Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial with a pink and blue crochet hook; yarn balls and two finished crochet swatches rest on a white surface.

6. working around the 3 sts just made, work a dc in the skipped st.

A person holds a crochet hook, working with grey yarn. Nearby are crocheted swatches and balls of yellow, cream, and brown yarn on a white surface—perfect for starting your Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial project.

This is what it will look like when you’ve finished step 6.

Two hands crochet with a blue hook and gray yarn; nearby are finished crochet squares and balls of brown, gray, and yellow yarn—a perfect setup for a Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial.

7. rep steps 4, 5 and 6 across the row to last st.

Hands crocheting with a blue hook and grey yarn, demonstrating the Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial, with finished crochet pieces and balls of yarn in brown, grey, and beige on a white surface.

8. dc in last st, turn.

Hands crocheting with a blue-handled hook, working near finished crochet pieces and balls of yarn in cream, brown, and gold on a white surface—perfect for following along with a Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial.

More textured crochet stitches to try

Lemon Peel Stitch – great for blankets and wearables
Twisted Cable Stitch – oodles of texture and interest for accessories in this one
Herringbone Moss Stitch – a modern take on the classic

9. repeat steps 3-8 for each row.

Close-up of hands working a Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial with blue yarn and a pink-and-blue crochet hook, surrounded by finished swatches and balls of yarn in the background.

And that’s it, really! This is what it looks like when you’ve done a few more rows!

A blue crocheted swatch, made using the Crossover Stitch Crochet Tutorial, rests on a white surface beside a striped crochet piece and four balls of yarn in blue, beige, white, and brown.

It’s pretty stunning, isn’t it!? Use this stitch pattern in blankets, cushions, scarves or even garments.

Top Tips for Crocheting the Crossover Stitch

Be careful not to pull the stitches too tight, especially your foundation chain and the crossover double crochet.
Count your stitches regularly to make sure you haven’t accidentally added or missed stitches.
When working the double crochet stitch around the other stitches, take your time and try to keep your tension even. It will feel awkward to start with but just keep practising.
Make a decent sized sample to ensure you master the stitch before using it in a pattern.

Projects Using the Crossover Crochet Stitch

A simple crochet blanket pattern with brown, yellow, and gray stripes is laid on a table beside a wicker tray holding a white ceramic pumpkin and artificial autumn leaves.

Loving this crossover stitch crochet tutorial? This simple crochet blanket pattern features this beautiful textured stitch and an easy border.

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Person wearing light jeans, a white top, and a cardigan stands outdoors holding a coral crochet cross body bag—find the free pattern online. A large tree trunk is in the background.

This free crochet clutch bag pattern is a quick and satisfying make, worked using the yarn held double for extra structure and texture.

Plus it uses the same double crochet cross stitch.

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A person wearing blue jeans and brown loafers holds a beige crocheted tote bag with leather handles—crafted from a free crochet market bag pattern—while standing outdoors in front of a large log.

Or maybe you fancy a free crochet market bag pattern using the same glorious stitch instead?

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Next Steps in Your Crochet Journey

Now that you’ve mastered the crossover stitch, you really are well on your way to becoming a pro crocheter! I have a whole collection of free stitch tutorials and blanket patterns on my blog so just visit the links and see what you fancy making next. The cabbage patch stitch is one that I think you’ll really like!

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Learn Some More Crochet Stitches With Me

Now that you’ve cracked the basics, it’s time to learn some more crochet stitch tutorials – here are some of my favourite beginner stitches:

35 Easy Crochet Stitches for Beginners

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