Beautiful Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch Pattern For Textured Designs

The Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch is a delightful and textured pattern that adds a pop of charm to any project. Combining double crochet and single crochet stitches, it creates a beautifully bumpy texture that resembles the pebbled surface of a lemon peel.

Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch Pattern

This versatile stitch is perfect for everything from cozy blankets and scarves to cute baby items and home décor, offering both visual interest and a soft, squishy feel. Easy to learn and fun to work up, the Lemon Peel Stitch is a must-try for any crocheter looking to elevate their crafting game!

Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch

Materials:

Crochet hook (size appropriate for your yarn)
Yarn of your choice

Instructions:

Start with a Slip Knot:

Begin by making a slip knot on your crochet hook.

Chain in Multiples of Two:

Chain any multiples of 2 (e.g., 16 chains for this example).
After completing your chain to the desired length, add one more chain.

Foundation Row:

Single Crochet (sc) into the second chain from the hook:
Insert your hook into the very first stitch.
Yarn over (yo) and pull through, leaving two loops on the hook.
Yarn over again and pull through both loops on the hook.
Double Crochet (dc) into the next stitch:
Yarn over, insert your hook into the next stitch, yarn over and pull through, leaving three loops on the hook.
Yarn over, pull through the first two loops, yarn over again, and pull through the remaining two loops.

Continue the Pattern:

Alternate between single crochet (sc) and double crochet (dc) across the row.
You will notice a pattern forming: sc, dc, sc, dc, etc.
Always end the row with a double crochet.

Starting a New Row:

Chain 1 (this counts as the first single crochet for the new row).
Turn your work.
Start with a single crochet into the very first stitch.
Follow with a double crochet in the next stitch.
Continue alternating between sc and dc across the row, starting with a sc and ending with a dc.