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Ribbed Crochet

Vertical ridges made by working in the back loop only or alternating post stitches, giving stretch and a knitted look.

Difficulty
Beginner
Category
Styles
Common fibres
Wool, Merino Wool, Acrylic, Cotton blends

Definition

Ribbed crochet produces parallel raised ridges, most simply by working every stitch into the back loop, or by alternating front and back post stitches.

Overview

Back-loop ribbing is worked sideways and then joined; post-stitch ribbing can be worked in the round for cuffs and hat brims.

Ribbing is the main way crochet gains elasticity, which matters for hat bands, sleeve cuffs and waistbands where plain fabric would gape.

Characteristics

  • Pronounced vertical ridges
  • More stretch than plain crochet fabric
  • Reversible in most versions

Typical uses

  • Hat brims and cuffs
  • Beanies
  • Scarves
  • Garment edgings
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Stitch modification

Back Loop OnlyWorking only into the back loop leaves a visible ridge and adds stretch.

Technique and regional tradition

Bosnian CrochetA slip-stitch-only technique worked with a flattened hook, producing a firm knit-like fabric traditionally used for warm accessories.

Style category

Textured CrochetFabric whose interest comes from raised surface stitches — bobbles, puffs, popcorns, spikes and relief patterns.

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