Harlequin Stitch – Crochet

Harlequin Stitch is a crochet stitch which is made up of fans and clusters, is reversible, so would be great for making a scarf or throw. It is worked over a multiple of 8 stitches +1 and 4 rows

US terms

You will need

ColourSpun yarn of your choice

Crochet hook to suite your yarn

Wool needle

Abbreviations

Ch chain
Dc double crochet
Sc single crochet
Sp space
Sts stitch/s

Instructions

Ch a multiple of 8 sts + 1

Set-up Row

[3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc] in 5th ch from hook, skip 3 ch, sc in next ch, *skip 3 ch, [3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc] in next ch, skip 3 ch, sc in next ch; repeat from *, turn.

Row 1

Ch 3, skip first sc, 3 dc-tog over next 3 dc, *ch 7, skip 1 ch, 6 dc-tog over next 6 dc (skipping sc in centre); repeat from *, ending ch 7, skip 1 ch, 3 dc-tog over last 3 dc, dc in ch 1, turn.

Row 2

Ch 3, skip first dc, 3 dc in top of 3 dc-tog, *sc in ch 1 sp two rows below, enclosing the ch 7, [3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc] in top of 6 dc-tog; repeat from *, ending sc in ch 1 sp two rows below, en- closing the ch 7, 3 dc in top of 3 dc-tog, dc in 3rd of ch 3, turn.

Row 3

Ch 4, skip first dc, *6 dc-tog over next 6 dc (skipping sc in centre), ch 7, skip 1 ch; repeat from *, ending 6 dc-tog (skip- ping sc in centre), ch 3, sc in top of ch 3, turn.

Row 4

Ch 1, skip first sc and ch 3, *[3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc] in top of 6 dc-tog, sc in ch 1 sp 2 rows below, enclosing the 7 ch; repeat from *, ending [3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc] in top of 6 dc-tog, sc in 1st of ch 4, turn.

Repeat rows 1 – 4 for pattern.

Other Stitch Patterns

Because you chose Harlequin Stitch, we have added links below to a few more Stitches you may like

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Textured Blanket Stitch

Related Products

This Harlequin Stitch swatch was made using Pastiche Chunky Luxury Blend but would work equally well with any of our large range of Natural Yarns

Pastiche Chunky Luxury Blend

Natural Yarns and Fibre

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harlequin Stitch reversible?
Yes, Harlequin Stitch is fully reversible. Both sides look equally good, which makes it a great choice for scarves, wraps, and throws where you don’t want a right or wrong side showing.

What yarn weight works best for Harlequin Stitch?
Harlequin Stitch works well with most yarn weights, from DK through to chunky. A chunky or super chunky yarn shows off the fan and cluster texture beautifully, while a finer yarn gives a more delicate, lacy result.

Is Harlequin Stitch suitable for beginners?
Harlequin Stitch suits crocheters with a little experience rather than absolute beginners. Since the pattern combines chain, single crochet, and double crochet into fan and cluster groups across a 4 row repeat, some familiarity with basic stitches is helpful before starting.

What can I make with Harlequin Stitch?
Because it is reversible and has a lovely textured drape, Harlequin Stitch is ideal for scarves, throws, blankets, and shawls. It also works well as an accent panel in larger projects.

Does Harlequin Stitch use US or UK crochet terms?
This pattern is written using US crochet terms. If you usually work in UK terms, remember that US double crochet is the same stitch as UK treble crochet.

How much yarn do I need for a Harlequin Stitch project?
Yarn requirements depend on your project size and yarn weight. As a general guide, a scarf typically uses 200 to 300g, while a throw or blanket will need significantly more, so it is worth doing a tension swatch first to estimate your yarn requirements accurately.