Crab Stitch Crochet Photo Tutorial

Learn Crab Stitch Crochet with this complete photo tutorial.

The Crab Stitch also known as the Reverse Single Crochet Stitch (rsc) is a stitch used frequently for decorative edging in crochet. Perfect for adding as your final touch to blankets, baskets and dish cloths.

Abbreviations

rsc = reverse single crochet

Time needed: 10 minutes

1. At the end of your row do not turn.

Skipping the first stitch under the loop on your hook, insert hook into the previous stitch.

2. Complete a single crochet stitch

Pull up a loop

3. Yarn over and pull through both loops to complete stitch.

4. First complete rsc.

5. Continue repeating steps, keeping your loops on the right side of your previous rsc stitches.