Wattle Crochet Stitch Tutorial

Welcome crocheter to the how to crochet the Wattle Stitch Tutorial! This is a new crochet stitch for me as well and I’m excited to share Jenia’s tutorial with you! :) I can’t wait to see what you make using this tutorial!! After the 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 Wattle Crochet Stitch as well as the previous crochet stitch tutorials also found here.

You can also find Jenia's crochet patterns in her Etsy Shop and at her Ravelry Shop. You can also find her behind the scenes and updates on her Facebook page.

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How to Crochet Wattle Stitch Tutorial

Originally posted on 10 April 2020, updated 23 January 2022.

By Michele of VAMICreations and Jenia of Stitch of Nature

Hello! My name is Jenia Daugherty. I am a creator of "Stitch of Nature". I was born in the Altai Region of Russia. Like many women do in Russia, I grew up around needle arts. By watching my Grandmother and Mother, I learned to knit and sew at the age of 10. Later, I met a friend who showed me some basic crochet stitches. It was a great first step towards learning new skills and tricks through tutorials, crochet magazines, self-discovery and experimentation.

In 2006 I moved to the US where I now live with my husband and two young sons. I work from home and get inspired by the beauty of nature around, the ever-present diversity of life and all the simple things that I cherish the most.

I have been crocheting for over 20 years but I still like to learn new crochet stitches and new ways to do old things. I like stitches that are simple but give an item a nice, rich texture like for example this “Wattle Stitch”.

Step by Step Wattle Crochet Stitch Tutorial:

Step 1:

Ch 15 (or a number of chains multiple of 3 + 2, add 1 for base chain).

Step 2:

Skip 2 chains, * work [sc, ch 1, dc] all in next ch

Step 3:

* Skip next 2 chains, work [sc, ch 1, dc] all in next ch; repeat from * to last 3 chains 

Step 4:

Skip next 2 chains, sc in last ch

Step 5:

Ch 1, turn

Step 6:

Skip first sc and next dc, * work [sc, ch 1, dc] all in first ch 1 space

Step 7:

* Skip next sc and dc, work [sc, ch 1, dc] all in next ch 1 space; repeat from * to end

Step 8:

Skip last sc, sc into top of tch (turning chain)

Step 9:

Repeat steps 5 through 8 for each row (above picture is after row 3)

Wattle Crochet Stitch Diagram

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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!!!

Jenia’s Lakewood Pullover Poncho using the Wattle Crochet Stitch

Jenia has several gorgeous crochet patterns using the Wattle Stitch.

The Elwood Hooded Scarf is beautiful bestselling, hooded scarf pattern that can be created in sizes toddler to adult.

The Lakewood Pullover Poncho is a gorgeous pullover poncho with a cowl neck, chunky texture and a button. It can be created in sizes doll, toddler to adult XL.

The Clark Slouchy Hat is a beanie pattern that can be used for either a boy or a girl and can be created in sizes doll to baby and adult.

Crochet Concupiscence has a fun Wattle Stitch Tank Top Crochet Pattern that is perfect to practice the Wattle Stitch and make a fun top for the summer.

If you are looking for a Wattle Stitch Blanket you can find several here:

Sierra's Crochet Crafts has a crochet pattern for a Wattle Stitch Throw Blanket.

Meladora's Creations has a crochet pattern for a wattle stitch and you can either make it into an afghan square or any size blanket using any size yarn.

Jenia’s Elwood Hooded Scarf using the Wattle Crochet Stitch

Baby Bird Crochet Co has a Wattle Stitch Baby Blanket Pattern that has several stripes and can be created in several sizes.

TeachCrochetRepeat has a Crochet Wattle Stitch Baby Blanket that is beautiful using two different colors to offset each other in stripes.

Oombawkadesigncrochet has created a Wattle Stitch Afghan Square Crochet Pattern that can be used on its own in a variety of different colors to create an afghan or use the pattern to create one square in an afghan of different crochet stitches.

The Unraveled Mitten has a Wattle Stitch Square you can create with this free pattern

SatisfyYourYarnings Baby Sweater, Bootie, and Hat Patterns is an adorable crochet pattern using the wattle crochet stitch to create a stuning sweater, hat, and bootie combination for babies aged 0-12 months.

SunFlowerCottageCrochet has created an awesome free crochet pattern for a Wattle Stitch Handbag that you can use with worsted weight cotton.

Here is also a how to crochet the Wattle Stitch using your left hand, 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. :)

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 ring.

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 Wattle 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!