Side Lean Stitch
The Side Lean Stitch is similar to the concept of the Corner to Corner (C2C). The stitch counts are almost identical but this stitch doesn't go from corner to corner. It works up in straight rows back and forth.
Like the corner to corner (C2C), the stitches create a texture raise and fall look. It's pretty neat.
To Make Different Sizes
Multiple of 4 sts + 2.
Remember the + number at the end of the sentence means that you are to add chains at the very end to maintain the pattern as written.
Hook size and yarn doesn't matter for this stitch. Just ensure the hook compliments the yarn gauge so it sits properly.
Recommended Pattern
This stitching pattern appears in the Baby Sampler Blanket. You can use that free pattern to help you. If you prefer to make different sizes using this stitch, just follow the multiple count above to customize your own design.
Ch 42.
Row 1 (RS): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each remaining ch across, turn—42 sc.
Row 2: Ch 1, [(sc, ch 2, 4 dc) in next sc (cluster made), sk next 3 sc] 10 times, sc in last sc, turn—10 clusters.
Rows 3–22: Ch 3, 4 dc in first sc, (sc, ch 2, 4 dc) in next 9 ch-2 sps, sc in last ch-2 sp, turn.
Round 23 (RS): Ch 3, [dc in next dc, hdc in next dc, sc in next 2 dc, sk next ch-2 sp, sk next sc] 9 times, dc in next dc, hdc in next dc, sc in last 2 dc, do not turn at end of row; work 3 sc in corner, working in ends of rows, work 41 sc evenly across side edge; work 3 sc in corner, work 41 sc evenly across opposite side of foundation ch, work 3 sc in corner; work 41 sc evenly across other side edge, work 3 sc in corner; join with sl st in top of beginning ch. Fasten off.
Marlene Wegner says
Hi Mikey!
Please see attached screenshot of Workbasket March 1980 cover. I was gifted this magazine to crochet the Rainbow afghan, however the pattern instructions are rather non-conventional & it eludes me. I cannot follow as written to produce the same stitch. I saw your post of the side leaning stitch thinking it was the same stitch but am second guessing myself now. Can you please help identify this stitch & verify if it’s the same? If not, can you help with deciphering the pattern instructions? I have made your C2C & side leaning stitches in the past & love your direct & to the point directions & help videos & refer many crochet friends to your site & YouTube channel.
Thank you!
Hannah says
Love this tutorial! I am currently working on the crochet C2C cardigan. Very helpful!
Christian says
Can this pattern be used for a graphgan? If so, how would that work? I have a graph that is meant to be worked in single crochet that requires a chain of 84, so how would the initial chain count change for this stitch?
Marina King says
I personally have never done a graphgan so I asked the rest of the team, the response was none have tried it, so they couldn't honestly tell you if it would work or not.
Robin says
Is there a YouTube video on this stitch? I cannot find it? I love learning from you, Mikey!!♥️
Marina King says
If you type Baby Sampler Blanket on The Crochet Crowd page it should bring up all 4 videos used for the blanket, one should be the one you are looking for.
Lana says
I am so happy I found this stitch as I'm going to make ear warmers with this pattern. Thank you
Sherry says
I haven't seen this stitch before. Looks interesting!
Mary Ellen says
I have been looking for this stitch. So glad to have found it. Is there a video for the Baby Sampler Blanket?