The suzette stitch a a beautiful way to add some eye catching texture to your next crochet project. This written tutorial also includes photos to help explain stitch placements and provide a clear visual of how the swatch looks while working up the rows. Don’t forget to check out project ideas at the end! Let’s learn how to make the suzette stitch together.

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Notes:
– The suzette stitch is worked with an even number of chain stitches. For teaching purposes, I will chain 20 and make a small swatch
– This tutorial is written in US terms (find a stitch conversion chart here)
– Turning CH 1 does not count as a stitch
– The SC and DC that make up the suzette stitch are placed together in the same stitch.
– You will be making the suzette stitch into the single crochet stitches of the previous row

Materials Needed:
– Worsted weight yarn (I used Berroco Comfort)
– A crochet hook that is appropriate for the yarn selected
– Scissors
– Yarn needle

Terms:
SK – Skip Stitch
CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
DC – Double Crochet

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Tutorial:
Begin with CH 20.

Row 1:
Into the second CH from your hook, place 1 SC and 1 DC. Skip the next stitch. *Into the next stitch, place 1 SC and 1 DC. Skip the next stitch.* Repeat this sequence from * to * until you have two stitches left at the end of the row. In the final stitch, place 1 SC. CH 1 and turn.

Row 2:
Into the first stitch (make sure you aren’t working into your turning chain), place 1 SC and 1 DC. See photo below for placement:

Skip the next stitch. Place 1 SC and 1 DC. Skip the next stitch. *Into the next stitch, place 1 SC and 1 DC. Skip the next stitch.*

Repeat from * to * until you have two stitches left at the end of the row and in the final stitch, place 1 SC. CH 1 and turn.

The final stitch placement can slant down slightly and be easy to miss. The photo below will show an example of where to place your one SC:

Row 3 and Beyond:
Repeat row 2

Continuing Your Swatch
The suzette stitch is repetitive and the same for each row so it is easy to continue your swatch for as many rows as you would like. Once you reach your desired length, simply fasten off as you normally would and weave in your ends.

This stitch doesn’t require much in the way of blocking, if any at all. With an even and consistent tension, the edges are usually quite straight. This stitch creates a beautiful texture and an appealing design that makes a great option for a variety of projects.

I hope you found this tutorial helpful. Happy crocheting!