Taking a Little Crochet Ribbing

Single Crochet Ribbing

When working vertically and sewn onto jackets and sweaters, single crochet ribbing makes wonderful bands for cuffs, necklines, and hemlines.

• Working into the back loop only creates a ridge on the front side of the work.
• Working into the front loop only creates a ridge on the back of the work.

Row 1: Work 1 sc in second ch from the hook and in each ch to end. Ch1. Turn (fig1).

Row 2: Work 1 sc in back loop of each st. Ch 1. Turn (fig 2).

Repeat row 2 for desired length.

Post Stitch Ribbing

Also known as vertical ribbing, this is usually worked in the double crochet stitch around the posts of stitches in the row below.

For this sample, chain 16 for foundation chain.

Row 1: Work a dc in the fourth ch from hook and in each chain across. Ch 3. Turn.

Row 2: Sk first dc *work a FPdc around the post of the next dc (fig 1), work a BPdc (fig 2) around the post of the next dc. Repeat from *, ending with dc in turning ch. Ch 2. Turn.Repeat row 2 for desired length.– The Crocheter’s CompanionYou will also find step-by-step written instructions and illustrations for basic crochet stitches, embellishments, and advanced techniques like Tunisian crochet and broomstick stitches. Order your copy of the revised Crocheter’s Companion today!
Best wishes,

P.S. What do you use crochet ribbing for?