How to Crochet a Crocodile Scale Stitch on the Diagonal

[@horngal88]

The way you got right to the instruction without two minutes of patting the project while you blathered on about your experience was HUGELY APPRECIATED. And your explanations are awesome. Thank you!

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Glad it helped!

[@kterhune100]

I was going to say the same thing! I hate it when people spend the first almost 1/3 of the video just TALKING about the pattern. I am not a verbal learner I need to see it

[@dracofirex]

Lol I hate it when people spend the first five minutes feeling up the swatch like please get on with it!

[@horngal88]

“I’m gonna open this up…” That was the moment it clicked for me. Thank you!

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Glad it helped!

[@BluestormsSong]

This tutorial allowed me to take on a huge project. I am currently halfway through making a 6-ft. blanket for my brother because he got me into Dungeons and Dragons last year, and I thought this looked just like dragon scales, so it was perfect.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

I also thought it looked like mermaid and dragon scales, so I specicially picked this color to make it my "mermaid" blanket. This would be very pretty in reds and oranges to make it look more like "dragon" scales.

[@BluestormsSong]

@@MyTinyKitchen I actually did it in earth tones with blue. The yarn is from Mandala and the colorway was called "Dragon". It was instant

[@MyTinyKitchen]

@@BluestormsSong awesome! Too bad you can't share pics on here, I wish I could see it

[@BluestormsSong]

@@MyTinyKitchen i have it on Twitter. I'll probably update this later today. It's grown since then. twitter.com/Die4APen/status/1350987752842682372?s=19

[@lindawiltshire9646]

Enjoyed your smooth teaching technic; you spoke clearly and I was able to follow instructions with no mishaps.was very easy to follow and clearly spoken. Thank you.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Glad it helped Linda!

[@diannearchibald3413]

Just what I needed! Uncomplicated, clear instructions. Thank you.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Glad it helped Dianne!

[@storyinternships9636]

I love how this tutorial is well explained, and the how the stitch row builds upon itself. No long initial foundation chain.. you are heaven sent!

[@vanessamccarthy7807]

I'm a beginner and your clear instructions have enabled me to attempt this. Thank you

[@MyTinyKitchen]

So happy to hear!

[@katzap4494]

I finally understand how to do crocodile stitch for projects like hand warmers, thank you

[@MyTinyKitchen]

You're welcome, happy crocheting!

[@daedmagic8917]

Thanks a bunch. I watched other video of this stich and couldn't do it but your video made it so easy. Your the best.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Glad it helped!

[@deboraunold3701]

Thank You so much for the tutorial. I've been knitting and crocheting since I was 5 years old, I'm now 55 and I've always tried to master this stitch. I watched your video and did it right the first time. I thank you. This stitch was the last stitch I could never figure out. I'm making a small purse out of the alligator stitch. I have small zippers and I'm going to line it and put in a couple of pockets. I may make a key chain that matches.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Awesome!

[@MirandaDawnBlossom]

I am so glad to see such a clear video on this stitch! I think I like the diagonal over the regular version.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

I think the diagonal is kind of fun because you can make it however big or small you want it. If you do the traditional one where you go straight across, you have to pick your size first since you have to make the supporting row.

[@deborahol]

This is how tutorials should be done. Very well explained and easy to follow due to how great this lady is at instructing and demonstrating. Many thanks ❤.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Thank you!

[@isaoya1573]

This was so much easier and way more intuitive than the other two or three tutorial videos I watched immediately before this one. Thank you so much for posting it.

[@sandyscott3261]

I have watched dozens of videos trying to get this stich and you are the only one who made me understand. You are great!!! Going to follow you to learn more. THANK YOU.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Thank you so much, glad it helped!

[@brittarner4680]

Using this pattern to make a mermaid blanket by doing the pattern twice with no decrease so glad I found this its so easy and pretty

[@francaperotti5934]

Thanks for explaining so clearly and showing exactly what your doing at a good speed. I'm going to try doing this watching your video again and if I do it I will comment again letting you know what a genius you are.

[@AlexThomas97]

This is so clear, concise and easy to follow! Picked it up super quickly. Thank you! I'm using this to make some scales for a toy pangolin!

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Great, I'm glad it helped!

[@KSt-nv8eb]

Your video was so instructive, well-spoken and clear. I was able to crochet right along with you. Thank you!

[@jy6721]

Great job on the tutorial. I’ve watched so many tutorials on KZbin, and everyone one I came across went so fast and never gave enough explanation about where exactly you would stitch into. I have to say that you can be great at one thing, and you can do it well, but not fully understand it enough to teach it to someone. You did though, and thank you for that. Also I appreciate the explanation and advice about the extra stitching. Great tip! You’ve gained a subscriber.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Glad it helped!

[@stephaniej2327]

Thank you for posting this video!!! For the longest time, I’ve only seen this stitch in the round. I always thought it would look great as a shawl or wrap. Thanks to your video, I can do that now.

[@kellyschlosser7177]

Thank you for breaking this down. I have been stumped by this stitch until now. Well done !

[@tosha723]

I just need to share with you how amazing u are as a teacher because I have looked at tons of videos on the crocodile stitch and I couldn't get it right but finally after watching this video I am confident that not only can I do this stitch but I can make something great from it!!!! Thank you so very much!

[@alyceiscrazy4999]

The shawl is absolutely gorgeous. Wanting to make a co-workers daughter a mermaid tail blanket . Thanks so much for the video. Can't wait to try this stitch.

[@bittaelixor]

Thank you for making the instructions easy to follow and clear.

[@yolandapierce4258]

Im a very new crocheter and wanted to make a blanket for my daughter's christmas gift. I really didn't think that I would struggle with this, but figuring out how to hold it to get into the DC to make the 5 was harder than I thought. I had to put it down for awhile lol Then it clicked that I can't be afraid to manipulate it and that on the first post, I'm working top to bottom and on the next, bottom to top. You explained everything perfectly, but my brain and hands didn't want to cooperate lmao Great video and I'm well on my way to a gorgeous blanket ❤

[@mirima3245]

ThankyouThankyouThankyou! I was despairing on a written instruction, not understanding a word. Your video explained everything clear and easy! You restored my believe in common sense :-) ❤️

[@JilliDoodles]

This is by far the clearest tutorial I've found. Thank you for making it so easy.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

You're welcome, glad it helped!

[@randilarocca8812]

Thank you for sharing. I understand a lot now. You are a great teacher. God bless.

[@marthauriarte4447]

Thank you so much, you made it look so easy, I never knew how to decrease but thanks to you now I know, you explained it so easy

[@erikabott9209]

So happy to come across your Video 🙂 i am always looking for different things to crochet 😐 it gives me so much pleasure at my age (76)♥️♥️ have been crocheting and knitting most of my life even during my working years always found time to relax and enjoying my crocheting, thank you

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Glad it helped, happy crocheting!

[@MMM-c4g1f]

This is so clear! Thank you so much, you make it look easy, I'm on my 3rd row already. xxx

[@ra565131]

I just bought 6 skeins of this EXACT same yarn, same color and this video just popped up in my recommended. Now I know exactly what I’m making with it! I’m creeped out and so excited all at the same time.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Hahah wow that is weird. I hope you have fun making it though!

[@bsandromeda]

What yarn is it?

[@suzzi1961]

I love this stitch...thank you for the tutorial

[@mina-yu4hn]

hello love your instructions. if i was to make a blanket. i would do these instructions and continue doing the same pattern after the decreases. just keep going back and forth thanks.

[@esmeraldavillanueva8177]

I always tried this stitch and can never do it, but now it’s easy, you explain very well, thank you for sharing. 🙏🏻💖

[@MyTinyKitchen]

You're welcome, happy crocheting!

[@TheWoodhippie]

I was just about to give up on learning this, and I have never gave up on anything like this before, but I got so confused watching a few other videos, no matter how many times I watched I cldnt get it, your video was like somebody turning a light on for me, ty.

[@Leoniplus4]

AMAZING!!!!! video on this stitch I can not believe how informative and to the point you were. thank you so very much for your time it is greatly appreciated. Can not wait to start this next project.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Glad it helped, happy crocheting!

[@snobbygoth_art]

thank you so much fabulous teacher! I'm going to make colorful crocodile patches so it becomes a mermaid blanket.

[@isabellemorel8586]

Merci tout plein 👍😊c est le plus beau chàle crocodile que j ai vu et que je vais faire😉🌻

[@knittenpurl4274]

This is the best and easiest tutorial that I have found. Thank you very much.

[@pistonpkm]

Beeyootiful stitch pattern, especially with the colors shown in the beginning of the video. Thanks for sharing!

[@djrbsecondhalf755]

Thank you for this great lesson, I did change the beginning to 4 sc instead of 6. I just like it better with a smaller space. I am making wings for an owl puppet for my grandkiddos.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

That's the nice thing about crafting, you can change things to suit your style. Great idea for the owl!

[@saraio.hernandez9922]

Thank You for your time..I have looked through so many videos and I'm glad I found yours!!❤

[@valeriegriffith3415]

My name is Valerie and I am new to this channel, I want to thank you for making it so easy to learn this stitch, there are other videos out there that are confusing, thank you so much

[@MyTinyKitchen]

You're welcome, glad it helped!

[@debbyavery5693]

I have tons of yarn in my stash. This is an awesome pattern for stash busting. Thank you for a great tutorial.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Glad it helped! Yes, different colors would look so pretty!

[@spirkspirk5093]

Woof, this pattern felt like it would have never ended when I tried it for an adult shawl. Thanks though. I feel like I can now crochet dragon scales in my sleep I've done so many.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Yes, it does take a while, but it looks so pretty when it's done!

[@spirkspirk5093]

@@MyTinyKitchen Indeed! :) I'm trying out gloves now. Should be much quicker to finish. Lol

[@craftysnailtail860]

Thank you for making this! Very easy to follow and it's a beautiful stitch.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Glad you liked it, thank you!

[@TheDeviantWitchEtsy]

I started making this blanket because of this video. Thank you!

[@cheriealecia830]

This is such a remarkable tutorial! I only wish we were able to see a full shot of that mermaid scale one you had already completed! That was absolutely gorgeous!

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Thank you so much!

[@juliecousins9160]

I am so happy I found you, thanks for making the instructions so clear, I was getting very frustrated trying to do the crocodile stitch, but I do believe I got it. Love the diagonal version ... just like C2C but crocodile style :)

[@loradavis6048]

You are an awesome teacher! Would you consider making a mermaid blanket for a baby so that I don't have to do two of these and put it together. Thank you so much.

[@darasnyder976]

Thank you so much for moving slowly and giving such great explanations and cuing! I can't wait to try making this - you did an awesome job! Again, THANK YOU.

[@evelynguzman3066]

Thank you so much for your tutorial my project came out perfect.

[@robinwhisnant991]

Your video is very informative. Thank you.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

You're welcome, glad it helped!

[@cbenecick]

Excellent! Thank you!

[@chloeneubert6847]

Thank you, your instructions are so easy to follow!

[@poojadave739]

By far the best tutorial for this stitch.. God bless you :)

[@MigglesTheGidget]

Thank you for this clear explanation! I watched another video that was way too confusing and I almost gave up.

[@MigglesTheGidget]

When I decrease, it looks better for me to ch 3 instead of ch 4 in the beginning of the decrease row. Does this look better for anyone else?

[@MyTinyKitchen]

You may get different looks with different yarns. I'm working with a bulkier yarn, so if you're using a thinner yarn, you may need to add chains to get it to look nice.

[@sister1165]

Terrific tutorial...easy to follow....well done!!!

[@ramonabarton5624]

Grandma creatimve grandma

[@khalu234]

Thank you!! It was crystal clear to understand!! 😘

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Thank you, I'm glad!

[@manmeetsingh5051]

Thank u so much l'm struggling from long time to make colourfull blanket in this stitch u make easy for me you r very good n talented teacher 👌👏👏

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Thank you, glad it helped!

[@rondacochran9738]

Great video, you made it so easy. I like c2c and never could get that stitch. Thank you

[@vaneudi]

Thank you!!! Finally I understand!!! You make it so easy!!!

[@beecee921]

8:14 foundation row 10:35 croc stitch 16:00 decrease

[@alexisperry1065]

Just found your video and it is so well done! Thank you so much for making this seem easy.😁😁 now to try it is another story. Haha off to give this a go! Great video!

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Thank you so much! Happy crocheting!

[@patriciamolloy196]

This would be nice for a cowl Thank you x

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Yes, it would! Enjoy.

[@ladyp.8863]

❤ I'd love to see a corner-to-corner rectangular decrease. My tiny brain can't work it out !XXX

[@sukiscouttout4036]

Thanks! Great tutorial x

[@cookingcrochetcraze6708]

Beautiful

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Thank you!

[@cookingcrochetcraze6708]

@@MyTinyKitchen 💕💞

[@vasanthiv.kolandaivelu4503]

Love your tutorial tq

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Thank you! You're welcome, happy crocheting

[@shinegirl7962]

If anyone has these written instructions that I can follow without having the video up please let me know. This video is amazing. I would just love to have it written out to follow. Thank you.

[@ArgentTwilight]

I think I'm going to make a shawl using only increasing scales. I think it would look really cool with the yarn I bought. :)

[@MyTinyKitchen]

That would work very well for a shawl!

[@supasound666]

Wow, I have just noticed you do not slip stitch into the single post as most others do. This may give a better finished look so I will be trying you way. TY

[@irmar]

Frankly I prefer doing a single post between the "V"s that are going to be used for scales. First of all it is not necessary to put two stitches and secondly if you don't pay attention you might by mistake make a scale there. Whereas if you see a single post you know you have to just make a sl st and go on.

[@Vera59Mega]

I loved this stitch. Could you please make a tutorial teatching how to make a diagonal gauntlet holding just one finger?

[@snowhitestar6678]

very nice tutorial i like it but can u show full crocodile stitch in a triangular shawl??

[@gypsieemerald2658]

Just go as many rows as you want to increase. Don't decrease it at all

[@keilanimaka7782]

Thanks for the great tutorial!! Wondering if I wanted to make the scale pointier, is there a different stitch maybe instead of the chain one to achieve this? Was thinking maybe the last stitch doing HDC towards the tips 🤔

[@ibrahimakdeniz9161]

thank you very much.

[@sarahaltamimy6573]

Thank you so much 😍😍😙

[@mimi121668]

You do a wonderful video but I like to have written patterns to go by and then use the video as a reference. Do you have a written pattern for this?

[@godcrochetchatter9234]

Ty

[@terrabella1988]

My scales keep curling. I've tried a larger hook, smaller hook and checked my tension...im at a loss. Any suggestions?

[@Honeybee0408]

So, I love this and I want to do it. But does this only make a square blanket? How would you do a more rectangular piece? If not, how many I ches across should you shoot for for a personal blanket? I need a pattern!

[@MyTinyKitchen]

If you wanted it rectangular, then I would do the stitch straight across rather than on a diagonal. Sorry, I dont have a special pattern. You could probably google it to get written instructions.

[@Honeybee0408]

@@MyTinyKitchen I ended up making a few bandanas for my pup with this pattern. They turned out beautifully.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

@@Honeybee0408 awesome!

[@crazychihuahualady4611]

Help please...I LOVE your instruction however...mine starts to get wrinkly...the stitches start to turn in on themselves..

[@heathermcnabb8012]

Do you think this would make a good granny square to then piece together for a larger afghan? It feels daunting making a whole blanket with this stitch.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

You can certainly try it and see what you think. However, just be aware that this is a directional square, and because it has layers, it's going to be a lot thicker and heavier than traditional granny squares.

[@deliarivera4469]

I’m currently making a baby blanket with this diagonal crocodile stitch. Is there a way to make it rectangular instead of squared?

[@moniquemurphy1012]

What yArn is that? It’s beautiful

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable yarn in color Dragonfly

[@bobbidudley2362]

If I were to do two single crochet when forming the scale would it make it more of a point in center? Trying to go for a dragon scale look

[@irmar]

Single crochet? They are chains. You may do 3 chains, you can even close them together, like a picot.

[@thepatientrunningtheasylum8285]

I use picots instead of a chain 1 space on the scales. Its more pointed and I just think it looks better. Any one else?

[@nikkienyx3034]

Mary Claybourn what is that ? I'd love a more pointy end

[@janetlapierre8307]

Can you advise how to decrease on the diagonal , so you can stitch a rectangle, with this stitch please. 🙏

[@MyTinyKitchen]

For the decrease, just don't go all the way out to the end. Instead of making the foundation row all the way to the end, stop one section back. As you do that for each row, it'll eventually get smaller and create your decreases.

[@anoushkat83]

Can this be started with a magic ring instead of a chained ring? I just feel the hole in the very first scale is kinda big… 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@arielbun5064]

How would you use this pattern to make a pillow? What would you do for the back if you wanted it to be plain and not patterned like the front and how could you attach it?

[@MyTinyKitchen]

You can keep doing it diagonally, but make it into a square. If you want the back plain, just do a separate square that is single crochet and then I would attach it with a slip stitch all the way around where the ridges are on the setup row from the back.

[@rachelromanchuk-walters8324]

What kind of yarn was used to make that beautiful crocodile stitch at the beginning of the video??

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable yarn in color Dragonfly. It looks just like a mermaid or dragon scale to me!

[@danaviquinlin8224]

I've been crocheting the crocodile stitch for years with no issue, but this is the first time I've done it on the diagonal. It starts off perfect but as I keep going, the angle of the piece gets wider and stops being square at the corner. How can I prevent this?

[@angiepace8217]

Mine was doing good and now my scales are curling the further along I go I'm not doing them tight

[@MsBene59]

You're the born teacher ! Could you show or tell me how, once I have reached the width, to keep that width? F.eks if I make 14 shells in a row how do I continue making mmm lets say five more rows with 14 shells keeping straight edges ?! Thanks ahead of time and thanks now for this video

[@MyTinyKitchen]

You would have to alternate each row. One row make 14 shells, next row make 13 shells, then repeat again. Next row will be 14 shells, next row will be 13 shells, etc.

[@MsBene59]

JourneyToSelf-Sufficiency thank you so much 😊

[@tiger15-q3s]

Do you have a written pattern?

[@nanallow]

Why is the 3rd scale, 5 double stitch on both sides? rather than 4,5 like the first two?

[@sandrawelch1739]

I'm having a problem with my crocodile stitches not laying flat. I've loosened my tension and changed to a bigger hook but they still won't lay flat. Any suggestions?

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Mine don't lay perfectly flat either. This is more of a dimensional stitch. Depending on what yarn you're using - If it's a natural fiber, you can try wetting it and blocking it to lay flatter.

[@crazychihuahualady4611]

I need help, my dragon/crocodile scales turn in on themselves. What am I doing wrong?

[@MyTinyKitchen]

There's so many variable. What size yarn to what size hook are you using. What is the yarn content. What is your tension like. It's not something I can diagnose blindly. I would suggest going to a local crochet group to see if they can help you troubleshoot in person.

[@dangitgayle]

My scales are curling to the right. Does anyone know what I may be doing to cause that? I put it under a heavy book to try and flatten them.

[@MyTinyKitchen]

You may have too much tension on that side when crocheting. Or it could also be the yarn, depending on the twist of the yarn.

[@coffeepigeon8490]

I am aAlmost done with my crochet scale scarf (triangle scarf) and I noticed the scales are either curling up or are flattened on one side with the other half of the scale hidden behind it. I am thinking about sowing it down afterwards so it looks like what you done. What am I doing wrong?

[@MyTinyKitchen]

Most likely your tension is different from the left to right side. I found that the right side was easy (perhaps because I'm right-handed) and I could keep the blanket facing normal, but when working on the left side, I found it easier to turn the blanket sideways so that I could keep an even tension.