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Learn how to crochet arcade stitch with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. The crochet arcade stitch is a decorative, lacy stitch pattern that creates a series of arches or scalloped designs, giving a delicate and elegant texture to projects. This stitch is made using a combination of chain stitches, double crochets, and treble crochets, forming openwork arches that resemble small rainbows or shells.
About the Stitch
This stitch works in a repeating pattern, making it relatively easy to memorise once established. The arcade stitch is perfect for those who want to add a soft, vintage-inspired touch to their crochet work while maintaining a simple and repetitive technique.
Pattern Use Ideas
- Blankets
- Cushions (lining with a contrasting material would look amazing!)
- Shawls
- Scarfs and cowls
- Accessories
I came across this bag designed by @craftingbylucy and it’s stunning!
Materials & Tools
- Yarn: I have used Yarn and Colours Must Haves in the colour Pastel Pink. However, you can use any weight yarn and recommended hook size that can be found on the belly band to your chosen yarn.
- Hook: 5mm (US: H-8)
- Scissors
- Darning Needle
- Tape Measure
Pattern Notes
Written in UK terms but switchable to US terms below.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Stitch Multiple: 6 +2
This pattern gives you the basic principles for the Arcade stitch, designed to help you create your own projects.
Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post.
Pattern Support
The fastest way to get pattern support is to ask in our dedicated facebook group for Bella Coco Crochet patterns. This is the best place for you to connect with other crocheters.
Please note, if you wish to change and adapt this pattern in any way, this must be done at your own exploration and we cannot offer assistance with this.
Convert Pattern Terms
Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version.
Terms & Abbreviations
Chain(s): Ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook.
Double Crochet(s): Dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. Learn more about the eBook here.
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Free Crochet Pattern: Arcade Stitch
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
Foundation: Ch in multiples of 6 +2.
Row 1: dc in second ch from hook (skipped ch does not count as st), dc in next st, 3 ch, skip 3 sts, *3 dc, 3 ch, skip 3 ch, rep from * until 2 ch rem, dc in next 2 ch. Turn.
Row 2: 1 ch (does not count as st here and throughout), skip 2 sts, 7 tr in ch sp, *skip next st, dc) in next st, skip next st, 7 tr in ch sp, rep from until 2 sts rem, skip next st, dc in last st. Turn.
Row 3: 4 ch (counts as ch sp), skip 3 sts, dc in next 3 sts (this will be the middle 3 sts of prev 7-tr fan’), *3 ch, skip 5 sts, dc in next 3 sts, rep from * until 2 sts rem, 1 ch, skip next st, tr) in last st (1 ch and tr) count as ch sp). Turn.
Row 4: 3 ch (counts as tr), work 3 tr) in next ch sp, skip next st, dc in next st, skip next st, *7 tr in ch sp, skip next st, dc in next st, skip next st, rep from * to last ch sp, 4 tr in last ch sp. Turn.
Row 5: 1 ch, dc in next 2 sts, 3 ch, skip 5 sts, *dc) in next 3 sts, 3 ch, skip 5 sts, rep from * until 2 sts rem, dc in next st, dc) in top of 3-ch. Turn.
Rep Rows 2–5 until desired height.
Fasten off and sew in ends
Video Tutorials
Right-handed
Or you can watch on YouTube
Left-handed
Or you can watch on YouTube
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