Scallop Crochet Stitch Tutorial

Welcome crocheter to the how to crochet the scallop stitch tutorial which is taught by Stephanie of Crochet Instinct. She teaches you a gorgeous crochet stitch of which she has used constantly throughout much of her crochet patterns. Read on for Stephanie teaching you step by step how to do the beautiful scallop crochet stitch, then find a list of her crochet patterns that use this stitch as well as others for you to practice this new stitch.

How to Crochet Scallop Stitch Tutorial with Stephanie of Crochet Instinct

Originally published November 20, 2020, updated January 5, 2022

By Stephanie of Crochet Instinct

Hey friends! I'm Stephanie, an indie crochet pattern designer with a passion for color. You might say I have a penchant for crochet. I love to design with the creator in mind, giving you options to customize your project to make it your own. Like many, crochet helps me cope with anxiety. Crochet as therapy is the best. When I can indulge in crochet… life is good.

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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!!! I cannot wait to see what you make!!

Scallops Wall Hanging

Crochet Patterns with the scalloped stitch:

As you can see I (Stephanie from Crochet Instinct) love this scallop stitch pattern. In my tutorial, I used a basic single stitch row start followed by the setup row, in many of my patterns I use the same stitch pattern with my Lace Foundation Framework, and have the maker work into the spaces of this framework and the framework disappears in the finished project. This works with rows or in the round. No long chain to start!

Scallops on the Side Scarf

You can find Stephanie's crochet patterns in her Etsy Store and more of her individual crochet patterns below.

Cool Weather Romance is a beautiful hooded shawl that uses the scallop stitch to create a stunning and warm fall or winter accessory.

Scallop Falls Shawl is a beautiful shawl that is also elegant and unique.

Scallops Wall Hanging is a beautiful way to create a wall hanging for any room in the house.

Scallops on the Side Scarf is another fun to make shawl that is elegant and can match any outfit.

Scallops Lace Cowl keeps your neck warm and stylish while being a fun way to practice the scallop stitch.

Scallops Bunting Flags is an awesome way to decorate a room for any event.

Hook Yarn Carabiner'sCropped Cardiganis a beautiful way to stay warm in any fall or light jacket weather.

If you are left-handed here is a how to crochet the scallop stitch left-handed so you can create these patterns as well. :)

If you have arthritis or issues with your hands here are some extra tutorials and tips specifically designed with you in mind. :)

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.

One of ItsVera’s Yarn Rings

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.

Jen B discusses how she crochets in this 3 minute video and shows you how to best hold the yarn and more.

Crocheting with one of ItsVera’s Yarn Rings

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 scallops stitch tutorial and thank you to Stephanie of Crochet Instinct for creating this crochet stitch tutorial to share with you!

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 or leave a comment on this article! Looking forward to hearing from you and have a great day my friend!