Crochet Boucan Pattern Stitch
Written by Teresa Richardson
Video Tutorial: Crochet Boucan Pattern Stitch
Video Tutorial: Left Hand Crochet Boucan Pattern Stitch
Video Tutorial: How to do the Extended, Elongated, Long Crochet Stitches
Skill Level - Intermediate
Abbreviations
DC - Double Crochet
CH - Chain
SL ST - Slip Stitch
EA - Each
SK - Skip
Materials
Size I/5.5 mm crochet hook
4 ply yarn
Tapestry Needle
Multiple - 6
Note: If the extended DC on the edge are not pulled up high enough, the stitches on the edge may pucker. You can work 1 or 2 less chains to compensate for the pucker.
Chain 30, this will be a small swatch. You will add chains in increments of 6 to increase the width.
Row 1: Work a DC in the 3rd CH from the hook and in each of the next 2 stitches. CH 3, Skip 3 chains. Work 1 DC in each of the next 3 chains. *CH 3, Skip 3 chains. Work 1 DC in each of the next 3 chains. Continue across from * for the width. Work 1 DC in each of the remaining 4 chains on the edge. Each edge will have 4 DC. Cut the yarn and change color.
Row 2: Attach the new color to the previous ending point. Chain 6, Skip the 3 DC. Work an Extended DC(see video) over the chain and through the beginning foundation chain, 2 rows below. Work 2 more extended DC. *CH 3 Skip the next 3 DC, Work an extended DC in each of the next 3 chains 2 rows below. Continue across from *. When you get to the edge, work one last chain 3, work a DC in the last stitch. Cut the yarn and change color.
Row 3: Attach the new color to the beginning stitch. Chain 3, working over the chain, work an extended DC in each of the next 3 stitches 2 rows below. *Chain 3, working over the chain, work an extended DC in each of the next 3 stitches 2 rows below. Continue across from * for the width. Work a DC in the last chain on the edge. Cut the yarn and change color.
Row 4: Attach the new color to the previous ending point. Chain 6, Skip the 3 DC. Work an Extended DC over the chain and through the beginning foundation chain, 2 rows below. Work 2 more extended DC. *CH 3 Skip the next 3 DC, Work an extended DC in each of the next 3 chains 2 rows below. Continue across from *. When you get to the edge, work one last chain 3, work a DC in the last stitch. Cut the yarn and change color.
Repeat rows 3 and 4 for the length.
Row 5: In progress - thank you for your patience. If you need further assistance, the video covers this row.
I don't see the finishing row shown on the video in your pattern instructions. Also need a definition for the Extended DC that you use. I am making a scarf and it looks wonderful. The video is a great help. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI didnt see a video link for this.
ReplyDeleteduh me .... I find it. Sorry. I cant wait to try this pattern. Would love to make it into a throw eventually.
ReplyDeleteHi Theresa! Is there a way to do this pattern without cutting and securing the yarn at the end of every color? I just hate loose ends!
ReplyDeleteHi Teresa, for some reason I keep ending up with only 3 chains at the end. Would it be ok if I just dc twice into the last chain ? thanks, amora
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ReplyDeleteAs long as your foundation chain is not to tight, it should work alright to work two stitches in the last chain. I use that trick quite often when I run short by one chain and it usually comes out fine.
luv this pattern! i am only new at this crocheting hobby & your video's make it so much easier! my hubby says people learn 2 ways? some by reading & other's by being shown? i am the later! pls keep up your great work! u are so inspiring to all us newbys! of all ages!
ReplyDeleteI love this pattern, but had forgotten it. I made my son an afghan with this stitch years ago. I wonder if he still has it? Thanks for sharing this!
ReplyDeleteTeresa, thank you!! I have been searcing high and low for what to make with all my one skeins of yarn scrap ghan, and this is PERFECT!! I don't mind the ends at all, I work them in along the way so I am not overwhelmed at the end. God Bless you!!!! JoAnn
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