Crab Stitch Tutorial (Reverse Single Crochet)

This detailed tutorial shows how to do the reverse single crochet or crab stitch 🦀, including changing the color while working! I used the crab stitch around the border of my corner to corner blanket but you can use it on any item that you want to have a nice edge, but one that isn't too lacy or frilly. In this tutorial I am using Bernat Baby Blanket Stripes yarn. Stay tuned for videos on how to make the corner to corner blanket using this yarn, as well as a review of the yarn itself!

To begin this stitch, I like to start with a nice even single crochet round first, because it makes it easier to work the crab stitch border. If you want to see more check it out here:


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