How To Crochet The Waffle Stitch Pattern & Tutorial
The waffle stitch is one of those classic crochet patterns that is so eye catching. It’s the epitome of coziness that we all think of when it comes to crochet.
Learn how to crochet the waffle stitch in this step-by-step tutorial. The written pattern also includes a video tutorial.
The waffle stitch pattern makes a cozy squishy blanket. But if this is a new stitch for you then a small home decor item like a crochet washcloth, trivet or dishcloth may be even better!
The combination of double crochet stitches, front and back post stitches create the wonderful waffle texture. I’m feeling hungry just looking at it!
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Working around the post of the stitch is a more advanced technique so this is an intermediate level pattern. But, like I said, I’ve included a video tutorial so beginner crocheters can also learn this stitch with a bit of work!
To make this waffle crochet stitch pattern you’ll start with a foundation row of double crochets. Once you get the first row down it’s a simple 2 row repeat. When your project is long enough, you’ll want to stop after a row 2 repeat before you do the last row.
Even the wrong side of this stitch pattern looks great!
The waffle stitch can be a bit of yarn eater thanks to those post stitches. The small swatch here used 21 yards. But it sure does make for amazing texture!
Materials
- Any yarn and hook work with this pattern. I’m using a #4 medium worsted weight yarn Lion Brand Wool Ease* (80% acrylic, 20% wool, 197 yd / 190 m, 3 oz / 85 g) in shade fisherman.
- 5 mm hook (US size H-8),* or hook size needed to meet gauge.
- yarn needle, measuring tape, scissors
Notes
- Stitch multiple is 4 plus 5.
- Ch 3 counts as the first dc. I prefer to use a ch 3 alternative, here is my favorite one.
Stitches/Abbreviations
US Terms
BPdc – back post double crochet
ch (s) – chain (s)
dc – double crochet
fdc – foundation double crochet
FPdc – front post double crochet
RS – right side
sc – single crochet
st (s) – stitch (es)
rep – repeat
Gauge
4″ / 10 cm x 4″ / 10 cm = 16 sts x 9 rows in pattern
Skill Level
Intermediate
Size/Adjustments
This sample swatch is 4.5″ wide by 4″ tall.
If you want to make different sizes you’ll need to start with a foundation chain that’s a stitch multiple of 4+5, plus 2. If you’re not sure how to do this, you can add (or subtract) to my starting chain of 19 in 4s, so ch 23, 27, 31, etc.
Video
Watch the full video tutorial on my YouTube.
Scroll down for the free pattern with photo tutorial.
How to Crochet Waffle Stitch Pattern
Learn how to crochet the waffle stitch in this step by step tutorial with video.
Materials
- Any yarn works, I'm using a #4 medium worsted weight yarn.
Tools
- Crochet hook to match your yarn.
- Scissors, tapestry needle, measuring tape.
Instructions
Row 1. Fdc 17 or ch 19
and dc in the 3rd ch from your hook 
(skipped chs do not count), and in each ch across, turn. (17 sts)
Row 2. (RS) Ch 3 (here I'm using a ch 3 alternative), 
dc in next st,
FPdc in next st,
*(dc in next 3 sts,
FPdc in next)
rep from *
until 2 sts left, dc in last 2 sts,
turn. (17 sts)
Row 3. Ch 3,
dc in next st,
BPdc in next st,
*(FPdc in next 3 sts,
BPdc in next st) rep from * until 2 sts left,
dc in last 2 sts,
turn. (17 sts)
Row 4. Rep row 2.
Row 5. Rep row 3.
Row 6. Rep row 2.
Row 7. Rep row 3.
Row 8. Rep row 2.
Repeat rows 2 - 3 for the length of your crochet project. Be sure to stop after a row 2 rep before proceeding to the last row below.
Row 9. (Last row) Ch 3, dc in next st, BPdc in next st, *(dc in next 3 sts, BPdc in next st), rep from * until 2 sts left, dc in last 2 sts, turn. (17 sts)
If you want to add a single crochet border.
Ch 1, sc in each st across. At the corner st place (sc, ch 1 , sc). Continue to sc evenly around each side, placing (sc, ch 1 , sc) in each corner.
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