How to Crochet Block Stitch Tutorial

This Type of stitch is done in Multiples of 3 plus 2 for Turning Chain. The Block Stitch is Great for Blankets/Afghans. 

I used an H hook and Medium worsted yarn. 

Abbreviations:

sl st=slip stitch

sc=single crochet

dc=double crochet

ch=chain  

Alternate between Row 2 and 3. 

Video

Multiples of 3 plus 2 for turning chain

Chain Loosly

Row 1: Chain 18 + 2 = 20

Work dc in the 5 th chain from the hook, dc in each ch across. Turn

Row 2: With New Color of yarn, sl st into the chain 5th chain space or tie a knot into that chain space, ch 3, skip 3 dc, sc in the in the next dc, ,*ch 2, skip 3 dc, sc in the in the next dc, *Repeat across, fasten off.

Row 3: With other Yarn Color, Ch 3, *work 3 dc in the chain 2 space, *Repeat across. at the end, dc on top of the chain 3.

Alternate between Row 2 and 3.