How to Crochet the Basic V Stitch -- Free Instructions

Yarn over to begin your next v stitch.

You're going to work this v stitch into the v stitch in the row below.

Here's how it looks once the first double crochet is completed.

Chain 1,

...and then work another double crochet to complete the V stitch.

Continue working a v stitch into each v stitch across the row, and then continue working in the established pattern until the piece is as long as you want it to be.

There you have it -- the basic v stitch, worked in rows.

Want to try a project using this stitch? The scarf pictured at left utilizes the v stitch. It's a simple pattern with lots of appeal. You can get the free crochet scarf pattern right here on our website.