Waistcoat Stitch Photo Tutorial

An Old Crochet Stitch, Done in a New Way

Basically, this is a single crochet stitch done in the post of the stitch; rather than in the front and back loops.

In order to create the stitch effectively you must maintain a relaxed gauge.

Here is a look at the stitch from the front and the back (so you can see the difference).  It is extremely important to keep the hook in the correct placement under the horizontal bar on the back of the stitch.

The fabric is reversible – both sides maintain the “V” stitch look when worked properly.

Here is one final photo to assist you with placement: