Camel Crochet Stitch Tutorial
Welcome crocheter to the How to Crochet the Camel Stitch Tutorial also known as the Knit Crochet Stitch! This is a new stitch I’m excited to work on as well using Sarah’s tutorial below and her crochet pattern too :) I can’t wait to see what you make using this tutorial!! This is the second of a series of three how to crochet stitch tutorials that Sarah has created, all featuring her Essential Crochet Basket Pattern so that you can create this awesome and colorful basket! The first is the Front Post Single Crochet Stitch. After the crochet stitch tutorial there is a list of crochet patterns you can go to when you want to make something using your new found knowledge of the Camel Crochet Stitch as well as the previous crochet stitch tutorials also found here.
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How to Crochet the Camel Stitch Tutorial
Originally posted 6 December 2019, updated 19 January 2022.
by Sarah of Stitched by Sarahs
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am mostly a stay at home mom to three little kids and married to my husband for 11 years. I started crocheting about 5 years ago, and have added knitting and Tunisian crochet to my crafting skills. I enjoy all kinds of crafting, from designing, to following a pattern, to making items for sale. I hope you enjoy my stitch tutorials!
If you like this, you may like:
Maxim Scarf from Avarus Crochet Designs
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Here are a number of patterns that use the above stitch so you can practice and make some of your first crochet pieces!!!
Avarus Crochet Designs: Maxim Scarf Pattern is a fun scarf that will keep you warm all winter long. It is created using chunky or bulky yarn and can be done in any color.
The Mariam Cowl is made with chunky yarns and can be made in many different colors to match any outfit and keep you warm no matter the weather. To go with this Cowl is the Mariam Cat Hat which is a fun Winter Chunky Crochet Beanie with cat ears and can be made in any color to match or complement the Cowl.
Marlen Hat is another chunky crochet Ladies Beanie Pattern that has a matching Marlen Infinity Scarf . You can create them in complementing or matching colors.
Mariam Cat Hat and Cowl from Avarus Crochet Designs
Crochet It Creations US: Snow Beanie Crochet Pattern is a great winter hat using the Camel Stitch that has a pom pom and an over-sized brim to create 8 different sizes.
Camel Stitch Ear Warmer is a great way to keep your ears warm and can be made in any color you want in worsted weight.
Chunky Snow Beanie Crochet Pattern is a fun crochet pattern and can be made quickly using Lion Brand Wool Ease or another chunky yarn.
Auburn Craft: Winter Sunset Keyhole Headwarmer can be created in two contrasting colors or all one color and completed in several different sizes.
Cozy Cole Creations: Cozy Canadian Headwrap is an awesome earwarmer crochet pattern that will allow your head to stay warm while being stylish during the cold times.
Two Brothers Blankets: Winter Crochet Hat is a great hat you can create in any color or combination of colors and have three different brim options.
Also, here is a left handed stitch tutorial for you to learn how to crochet the Camel Stitch so you can make these patterns as well if you are left handed.
If you have arthritis or issues with your hands here are some extra tutorials and tips specifically designed with you in mind. :)
One of ItsVera’s yarn rings.
The Arthritis Foundation has an article with specific tips for knitting, crocheting, and cross stitching with arthritic hands. They have specific tips for each craft on things you can do to help make manage your arthritis while still allowing you to enjoy the craft you love.
Every Day Health has an article all about how to knit/crochet with Arthritis with 10 tips for how to keep crocheting/knitting. They even encourage you to crochet and craft with Arthritis because it can actually help you with managing it.
All Free Crochet has a full Crochet and Arthritis Tip Guide for those that have arthritis or issues with their hands complete with information about how to help your hands each time you crochet or craft and tips on how to adjust for your craft based on whether you have a good day or a bad day.
You can also find ergonomic crochet hooks (recommended for those with hand pain to ease it and allow you to crochet longer or at all) among the amazing crochet hook shops of Etsy in an earlier round up of crochet hooks.
YouTube has several videos where people have discussed tips that have helped them with crocheting or knitting with Arthritis or other health issues that cause your hands and body to be stiff.
Crocheting with one of ItsVera’s yarn rings.
Jen B discusses how she crochets in this 3 minute video and shows you how to best hold the yarn and more.
Vera of It’s Vera has over 30 knitting and crochet rings in her Etsy Shop that help with pain and relief for crocheting/knitting/Tunisian crocheting with Arthritis.
LullasJewelry also has awesome crochet rings in her Etsy Shop that are adjustable and help hold the yarn for pain and relief while crocheting/knitting/Tunisian crocheting with Arthritis.
DawnGillDesigns has a number of crochet rings she calls hooker rings in her Etsy Shop and each has a different design you can choose from to include paw, snowflake, flower, star, dot and heart.
Motion Works Blog has an article on tips for crocheting and using your hands despite having arthritis and also gives several stretches that you can do to help your hands while crocheting or crafting.
Laughing Hens has an article specifically about stretches (complete with pictures!) that are great for both crocheters and knitters. I think I’ll start doing these too to help my hands when I’m working on a variety of projects!
Thank you for joining us for this how to crochet the Camel Stitch Tutorial! What crochet stitches are you wanting to learn how to crochet? I’d also love to hear from you about what types of resources you want more information on as well as Makers you would like to nominate for a Maker Feature! Please email me or leave a comment on this article! Looking forward to hearing from you and have a great day!