Celtic Weave Stitch
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Hey Crocheters! Nadia here, the creator of New Mom Spirit!
Today, I’m thrilled to teach you the Celtic Weave Stitch—a stunning, textured stitch that creates an intricate woven effect. If you love cables or basketweave designs, this stitch will take your crochet skills to the next level!
Let’s dive right in.
Materials & Tools
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Yarn – Worsted-weight or aran yarn for a bold texture.
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Hook – 5mm or 6mm (adjust according to your yarn).
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Scissors
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Darning Needle
Abbreviations (UK Terms)
(US conversions in brackets)
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ch – Chain
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dc – Double Crochet (US: Single Crochet)
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tr – Treble Crochet (US: Double Crochet)
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fptr – Front Post Treble Crochet (US: Front Post Double Crochet)
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bptr – Back Post Treble Crochet (US: Back Post Double Crochet)
Want to switch to US terms? Click here for a conversion table!
Celtic Weave Stitch Pattern
Foundation Chain:
Make a multiple of 4 + 2 chains (e.g., 22, 26, 30, etc.).
Row 1:
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Tr in 4th ch from hook and across. Turn.
Row 2:
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Ch 2 (counts as first tr), fptr around next 2 tr, then fptr around previous 2 tr (crossing over the first two fptr).
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Repeat from * to * across. Turn.
Row 3:
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Ch 2, bptr around next 2 fptr, then bptr around previous 2 fptr (crossing over the first two bptr).
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Repeat from * to * across. Turn.
Row 4:
Repeat Row 2.
Row 5:
Repeat Row 3.
Repeat Rows 2–5 until your project reaches the desired length.
Tips for Success
✅ Keep your tension even—tight stitches will make it hard to work into the posts.
✅ Practice with scrap yarn before starting a full project.
✅ Use a stitch marker to track the beginning of your rows.
What Can You Make With This Stitch?
✅ Cozy blankets
✅ Warm scarves & cowls
✅ Textured beanies
✅ Chunky cushions
Video Tutorial
Want to see the stitch in action? Watch my detailed video tutorial here:
📺 Watch the Celtic Weave Stitch Tutorial
That’s it for today! Have you tried the Celtic Weave Stitch before? Let me know in the comments! Tag @NewMomSpirit on social media to share your creations.
Happy Crocheting! 🧶✨