Iris Stitch Crochet Tutorial (Easy & Beginner-Friendly)

If you’re looking for a crochet stitch that looks really pretty but is actually very simple to work, the Iris Stitch is a beautiful one to try. In this step-by-step Iris Stitch crochet tutorial, you’ll learn how to create this soft, open texture using an easy repeat.

The Iris Stitch is one of those stitches that looks far more complicated than it really is. It creates a light, airy crochet fabric with a lovely drape, making it perfect for scarves, blankets, and wearable projects.

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Why You’ll Love the Iris Stitch

• Easy one-row repeat that’s simple to memorise

• Creates a soft and airy texture

• Works up quickly

• Perfect for beginner crochet projects

• Ideal for blankets, scarves, and garments

The Iris Stitch is perfect if you want something that looks stunning but is actually really easy to crochet.

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Iris Stitch Crochet Tutorial at a Glance

• Skill level: Beginner to confident beginner

• Stitch repeat: Multiple of 4 + 2

• Row repeat: 1 row repeat after setup

• Texture: Light, open, and slightly lacy

• Best for: Crochet blankets, scarves, shawls, and tops

If you’ve been searching for an easy crochet stitch for blankets, this is a great one to try.

What Can You Make With the Iris Stitch?

The Iris Stitch is incredibly versatile and works beautifully across lots of different crochet projects:

• Crochet scarves and wraps

• Lightweight shawls

• Summer tops and cardigans

• Baby blankets

• Throw blankets

• Crochet accessories

Because of its open design, it’s especially good for projects where you want movement and drape rather than a dense fabric.

Best Yarn for the Iris Stitch

You can use almost any yarn for this stitch, which makes it very versatile. We used Stylecraft Serene Aran, which is a beautiful wool blend yarn.  You can find out more about this yarn in our yarn review here.

For this tutorial, I used:

• Aran weight yarn

• 5.5 mm crochet hook

Pro Tip for a Neat Finish

Starting with a foundation row of single crochet instead of working directly into the chain helps create a much cleaner edge.

This is especially helpful because the Iris Stitch involves skipping stitches, and this keeps everything looking neat and even.

Iris Stitch Video Tutorial

If you prefer to learn visually, follow along with the full Iris Stitch crochet tutorial video. It makes it much easier to see exactly where to place your stitches and how the pattern forms.

Iris Stitch Written Pattern (US Terms)

Abbreviations

• ch – chain

• sc – single crochet

• dc – double crochet

• st(s) – stitch(es)

• sk - skip

Pattern Notes

• Ch3 at the start of a row counts as a dc

• Work a multiple of 4 + 2 for your foundation chain

• The stitch pattern is worked into chain 1 spaces

How to Crochet the Iris Stitch

Chain a multiple of 4 to your desired width, then add 2 extra chains.

Row 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn.

Row 2 ch3, sk next st, (2 dc, ch1, 2 dc) in next st, [sk3, (2 dc, ch1, 2 dc) in next st] repeat across until last 2 sts, ending with sk1, dc in last st. Turn.

Row 3 ch3, (2 dc, ch1, 2 dc) in each ch1 space across, dc in top ch3. Turn.

Repeat Row 3 until your project reaches your desired length.

Final Thoughts on the Iris Stitch

The Iris Stitch is a wonderful choice if you want a crochet stitch that is simple to work but still looks really pretty. It’s easy to learn, quick to work up, and creates a beautifully soft, airy fabric.

It’s perfect for crochet blankets, scarves, and lightweight garments, and it’s definitely one you’ll come back to again and again.

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