The crochet pique stitch is a beautifully textured stitch that I absolutely love using in all sorts of crochet projects. I’m excited to share with you how to crochet the pique stitch in this blogpost.
The crochet pique stitch is a super fun stitch to make, and you’ll find that once you get into it, your stitches will roll off the hook. It’s quick and easy, as well as a great mindful stitch that you can do for mental health benefits or just to relax in front of the TV.
This stitch can be used for blankets, sweaters, and home wares. You’ll be able to use it wherever you need a bit of texture and a fabric with wonderful drape!
This crochet stitch tutorial will guide you through creating this wonderful stitch with lots of photos thrown in to help! There’s also a video tutorial too!
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. This means we may receive a commission if you click a link and make a purchase. However, this does not influence our product recommendations, which are based on honest reviews and genuine enthusiasm. Read my Privacy Policy for more information.
I’m working on a top using the pique stitch and I hope I’ll be able to share it with you really soon!
What is the pique stitch used for?
Whilst the pique stitch has an amazing texture, it isn’t too thick and chunky either. This is due to the way the stitches are worked in clusters into the same stitch.
Because of this, the crochet pique stitch is suitable for lots of different types of projects. Tops, sweaters, socks and even dresses would look amazing in this stitch.
As would blankets, mittens and hats. So you can see this is a really versatile stitch that will be a great addition to your crochet stitch library. So let’s see how it’s made.
How to Crochet the Pique Stitch
The pique stitch is constructed out of small clusters made up of a US double crochet (UK treble crochet) and a US half double crochet (UK half treble crochet) together in the same stitch.
It’s a simple 1 row repeating pattern and you can do a foundation chain of any number to start.
Tips for Crocheting the Pique Stitch
Make your foundation chain nice and loose. I like to go up half a hook size (0.5mm) for the foundation chain, to make sure it’s loose enough and doesn’t pull the fabric in.
The first stitch is made up of a starting chain of 3 and then a half double crochet into the same stitch.
The pique stitch is often abbreviated in patterns as pq.
This tutorial uses US crochet terminology.
You will need:
You can try this tutorial with any yarn and a corresponding hook. I made a few samples. In the beige images I used:
Hayfield Bonus DK, 100% Acrylic (100g/3.53oz, 280m/306yds)
4.0mm Crochet Hook or hook needed for your yarn
Tapestry needle for working in ends
Stitch markers (optional)
In the grey sample, I used Stylecraft Special DK.
The pique stitch method
- Start by chaining any number of stitches.
- Yarn over and insert hook into fourth chain from hook.
- Yarn over and pull through a loop.
- Yarn over and pull through all loops on hook.
- Yarn over and insert hook into next chain (or stitch on subsequent rows).
- Yarn over and pull through a loop.
- Yarn over and pull through 2 loops.
- Yarn over and insert into same chain or stitch as before.
- Yarn over and pull through a loop.
- Yarn over and pull through all 4 loops on the hook.
- To make more stitches, repeat steps 5 to 10 across the row.
- At the end of the row, turn and chain 3.
- Yarn over and insert hook into same space as chain 3.
- Yarn over and pull through a loop.
- Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops.
- Continue repeating steps 5-10 to complete the next row.
This is what this might look like in a pattern:
- ch3, hdc in same st, pq in each st across, turn.
Pin this free crochet pique stitch tutorial to your crochet Pinterest board for later
How do I make the Pique Stitch? – photo tutorial
- Start by following steps 1 to 4 above, creating your chain, then making a half double crochet into fourth chain from hook.
- To start your next pique stitch, wrap your yarn over your hook.
2. Insert hook into the stitch.
3. Yarn over and pull through a loop (you will have 3 loops on your hook).
4. Yarn over again and pull through 2 of the loops. This creates the first part of the double crochet part of the pique stitch. You will have 2 loops left on your hook.
5. Yarn over again.
6. Insert your hook into the same stitch again (the one you worked the first part of the double crochet stitch into.)
7. Yarn over and pull through a loop. You will now have 4 loops on your hook.
8. Yarn over and pull through all 4 loops to complete the pique stitch.
9. You have now created your first pique stitch. Continue repeating these steps to crochet the pique stitch across your row!
And there you have it, the pique stitch! A gloriously textured and incredibly versatile stitch that you definitely need to be adding to your crochet projects!
Full-length Video Tutorial
If you prefer crocheting from a video tutorial, hop on over to my YouTube channel and watch how I crochet the pique stitch there.
The video will take you through all of the steps to make the pique stitch, including some handy tips on keeping that foundation chain nice and loose.
Check out my crochet patterns for more crochet inspiration.
More crochet stitches
I have lots of crochet stitch tutorials over on my YouTube channel so please do check them out. Here are some you might like:
- Crab stitch
- Double treble crochet stitches
- Even berry crochet stitch
- Stacked double crochet
- Crunch stitch
Find me on Facebook or Instagram @concretegemscrochet or drop me a message if you have any questions.
What next?
I hope you’ve enjoyed this tutorial, please do stick around and see what else you’d like to try on my website. You can find my other stitch tutorials here.
I’m Gemma, a crochet tech editor, designer and overall crochet enthusiast. I’m also a mum of 3 kids, and enjoy running, reading, walking and crafting, but mostly crochet!
Sign up to my mailing list for the latest news, pattern releases and special offers here
If you enjoyed making the bean stitch, or perhaps made a mug cosy, please consider sharing it to social media tagging @concretegemscrochet
Other crochet patterns you might enjoy
- Free Crochet Hook Holder Pattern – with cables for an elegant look
- Easy Crochet Cushion Cover Free Pattern – a geometric mosaic crochet design
- Hexagon Crochet Blanket Pattern – delicate and modern motifs
Thanks for reading and happy crocheting! 🧶
