How to Crochet the C2C Open Block Stitch 🧶

Looking for a fun variation on the standard C2C (Corner to Corner) Block Stitch? Then this video is for you! Learn how to crochet the Corner to Corner Open Block Stitch, creating the most beautiful open, lightweight and airy blankets or projects! In this tutorial I will show you step by step how to crochet the C2C Open Block Stitch, how to create a rectangle shape for rectangular blankets, how to create a square version AND how to add a foundation border around your project to add any border you so wish! If the video speed is too fast, you can slow it down! 😀 See this video on exactly how: • How to Adjust the Spee...
🧶 Yarn & Hook information:
Suitable for any yarn - use the recommended hook size for your chosen yarn
For my blanket I used 3.5 balls of James Brett Aurora Double Knitting yarn in the shade "AU11" for the blanket and 1 ball of Hayfield Bonus DK in Cream for the border with a 4mm Hook
This gave me a blanket approximately 36 inches x 41.5 inches in size (92cm x160cm) including the border
USA STITCH TERMS
📌 Written Pattern: coming soon!
🕘 TIMESTAMPS - jump to the section you need immediately!
0:00 How to Crochet the C2C (Corner to Corner) Open Block Stitch
⭐INCREASING ROWS
0:21 Row 1
1:40 Row 2
4:07 Row 3 - OPEN BLOCK ROW
6:33 Row 4 - SOLID BLOCK ROW
9:24 Pattern Repeat Information for Increasing Section
10:15 Row 5 - Recap of OPEN ROW
12:23 Row 6 - Recap of SOLID ROW
14:54 How to Count How Many Rows You Have Made
15:40 Recap of OPEN ROW
18:05 Recap of SOLID ROW
⭐ONCE PROJECT IS CORRECT WIDTH
20:20 Shaping Rows for Rectangle Shape
21:17 Row 1 - Decrease Side
25:05 How to Create a Square Shape
26:36 Row 2 for Rectangle OPEN ROW
29:09 Maintaining Rectangle SOLID ROW
32:13 Pattern Repeat Information for Maintaining a Rectangle
32:30 Recap of OPEN ROW
33:36 Pattern Repeat Information for Mid Section
⭐ONCE PROJECT IS CORRECT LENGTH
34:51 Final Decrease Rows
35:31 Decreasing SOLID ROW
37:55 Drecreasing OPEN ROW
40:09 Recap of Solid Row
41:52 Pattern Repeat Information for Decreasing
43:26 THE LAST 2 ROWS
⭐BORDER
45:21 Foundation for Border
48:21 The Corners
52:27 Finishing the Foundation Row
53:40 My Personal Border Details
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🔥 Frequently Asked Questions:
Do you have a left handed version of this video? If you are left handed, you can convert ANY video on KZbin yourself! Simply go to www.mirrorthevideo.com/ and follow the instructions to mirror flip any video to convert to left handed!
How much yarn will I need? This is a very tricky question to answer as there are so many variables! How much yarn you need will depend on which yarn you choose, the thickness of that yarn, your tension and how large you want your finished project to be. I suggest making a small sample first so you can gauge how much yarn you'll need. If making a crochet square, you can weigh your finished square to work out how much yarn it used!
How many squares do I need for a blanket? That all depends on the size of the square you are making and how big you want your finished blanket to be! I always advise making one square first then measuring the size of it. From there you can work out how many squares you will need to get the blanket size you want 😀
Do you have the written pattern? Yes! I have written patterns to accompany my video tutorials on my website here: www.hookedbyrobin.com The written pattern is generally released a week or so after the video tutorial to ensure there are no errors in the video itself and to make amendments in the written version if any are found. All the written patterns are FREE to access on my website
How can I print the pattern from your website? Do you have downloadable PDF's? Not at this time no. This may change in the future but for now, I only provide the written pattern directly on my website.
Can you remake this video so it is slower? If the video speed is too fast, you can slow it down! 😀 See this video on exactly how: • How to Adjust the Spee...
Why do you use American stitch terminology? I learnt using USA stitch terms, long before I even knew there was a difference between UK & US terminology! American terms are my "first language" so to speak. If you need a conversion chart, I have one here! www.hookedbyrobin.com/crochet...
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[@HookedbyRobin]

Enjoy the Corner to Corner technique? Then you'll love this variation next! kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4KYln-ppqloorssi=3qjByE10bVYbnwV4 👈🤩🧶

[@missangie1562]

Oh my goodness!! My list of things I want to crochet just keeps longer and longer because of you 😜🥰. Wow this is cute. I love it!! ❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

😂 No such thing as too much crochet…🥳

[@missangie1562]

I will never EVER run out of projects to do lol 😂

[@MarselleAppelgryn]

Robin, your teaching skills ..just amazing. I love the detailed instructions.

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Marselle!🥰🧶

[@salamanda11]

I’ve never seen anyone do this before! Cool way to lighten up traditional C2C.

[@HookedbyRobin]

Absolutely!😃🙌

[@Stewart000]

C2C is my go to stitch but I've never seen this pattern before. Love it. Thank you!

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re very welcome!😃🧶

[@TerryJ950]

I usually get so bored doing c2c, but this pattern should go faster with the holes. Really like the airy look of it and it looks great with the rainbow colors!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Definitely!😃🌈

[@lindahoig2181]

Oh my goodness!! I just love ❤️ this. Ok it's absolutely has to be my next project. You are the best with tutorials Robin.

[@HookedbyRobin]

So glad you like it! 😃🧶

[@marydamiano6545]

I never thought to make an open block on my c2c . Thank you I love this!

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome Mary!🧶

[@adrake7381]

I have to compliment you on your most beautiful presentations. The way you show everything you do and the way you describe it as you go is absolutely wonderful. Thank you for all your great tutorials 💕

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you for such a wonderful comment!🥰🧶

[@JulietMorley]

Lovely shall be trying this! Thank you once again Robin I love your tutorials they are so clear 😊

[@HookedbyRobin]

🥰🧶

[@kathleenfischer4008]

Can’t wait to try this.

[@HookedbyRobin]

I hope you enjoy it! 😃🧶

[@crochetizlife]

Woah😮🎉 I haven't seen a pattern like this❤❤❤❤ thanks robin

[@HookedbyRobin]

You are very welcome! 😃🧶

[@hinashaikh1025]

WOW! Such a nice stitch. Thank you!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Glad you like it! 😃🧶

[@SynfullyWkd67]

Needed a quick baby shower gift, this will be perfect,Thanks!😍🤩

[@HookedbyRobin]

You are most welcome! 😃🧶

[@lisasg3cell]

The corner-to-corner is one of my favorite! I love this new variation...can't wait to try it! Thanks so much!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Let me know how it goes Lisa!😃

[@clydecoberly8698]

I loved watching your crochet video! Your setting up for an added border is absolutely brilliant. I usually always si gle crochet 3 times across the tops of all if the blocks and then do 3 single crochet over all of the chain 3 loops. Your way, again, is absolutely brilliant. Also much faster and easier!! Thanks❤❤❤ much love

[@HookedbyRobin]

😃

[@judyhazell316]

Thank you for sharing this pattern can't wait to get started on this. God Bless. ❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re welcome 😊

[@rositorres4049]

Very pretty. Perfect for a vest. For a top, I think I would use a sport weight cotton yarn. Love it!!🥰🥰 ❤

[@bettycapps]

I love this idea. I saves yarn too. Thank you for this.

[@HookedbyRobin]

Haha yes! All those open blocks add up to a lot of double crochets you don't have to make 😅🧶

[@junglecat42]

Absolutely gorgeous! Have never seen this stitch before. Love your tutorials - you explain everything so eloquently. ❤❤❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much!😃🧶

[@cmastif7777]

When you first started your new tutorial I thought it looked very hard , but right now as I am following you it does not look to hard but I love it and I'm realing to try

[@HookedbyRobin]

It definitely initially seems more complicated than it is but it's ok once you get going 😃🧶

[@gaildoolan3828]

Gorgeous stitch,love it. Brilliant tutorial . Love the border. Thank you.

[@HookedbyRobin]

You are so welcome Gail, it is such a pretty border!😃

[@InkednBeautiful]

Ooooo! I am totally frogging my c2c and doing this one instead! Thank you!❤

[@juliannearcher1641]

I like this pattern! Thank you for the fun variation on the C2C blanket. Your videos are fabulous and easy to follow - thanks! 🥰

[@HookedbyRobin]

You are welcome Julianne, I’m glad you like them!😃🧶

[@nelliemciver7938]

I enjoyed following you on this lovely stitch. Thank you for all your work and time.

[@HookedbyRobin]

You are so welcome Nellie!😀🧶

[@tlcsondi]

Thanks for teaching this stitch. I crocheted a large blanket with the open block stitch and it turned out beautifully. I love your tutorials, thanks again ❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you for a lovely comment!🥰🧶

[@sj01]

Really really love this one Robin. Special blanket that. Thank you

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re welcome!🧶

[@SunCity95]

It is such a beautiful variation to the C2C! And I think, a challenging version at that 😊 I certainly need to work on a sample. Love it 😍

[@HookedbyRobin]

It definitely gets easier the more you get into it, a sample is a great idea!😃🧶

[@CreativeGrandma]

Love this design, Amazing!!

[@HookedbyRobin]

🥰🧶

[@lisalove6370]

Thank you for an excellent video. Easy to follow directions. Can't wait to make this.🤩😁

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re welcome Lisa!😃

[@user-jf2zy2vo2d]

thanks for making easy to understand, I never knew how to make the rectangle

[@HookedbyRobin]

You are welcome!🧶

[@katherinestitches]

Loved this project....can't wait to start. Thanks for your wonderful instructions

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome Katherine!😃

[@susanstapleton7623]

I just love this. It’s so beautiful. Wonderful tutorial. Looks so simple. A must try. Thank you. Love your channel

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Susan!🥰

[@brandigirl313]

Girl you be ON FIRE!! 🔥😍

[@HookedbyRobin]

🥰

[@sarah-janeallsopp3155]

Well that's very cool. Always love your clips and stitch work. Cheers from Western Australia. ✌🏻🩷🌷🌿

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Sarah-Jane!🥰

[@jean-jn3nq]

This is a wonderful and new to me stitch. Thanks as always for sharing with us. ❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re most welcome Jean!😃

[@Loops_Knots_More]

❤ This is awesome!! Have to finish a blanket I’m working on… then this will be my next adventure. Can’t wait! 😊

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much, I’m glad you like it!😃

[@andrealouis-visser4973]

Thank you for this excellent tutorial! I love C2C but can never start it on my own. Adding the open blocks makes it even better! Love the yarn you used too!

[@HookedbyRobin]

You are so welcome Andrea, I am glad you like it!😃

[@asiyamoideen188]

Thank you madame for sharing such a wonderful C2C solid block tutorial very lovely and ur way of teaching is useful to us iam from India

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much!🥰🤗

[@jerrisneedle8683]

This was a fun, amazing, and new style and pattern to learn. Im an old school crocheter and I absolutely love this! You are a great instructor. Keep up the beautiful work😊

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much!😃🧶

[@triciaquan9630]

This is a neat new way for a c2c and very pretty!

[@HookedbyRobin]

🥰🧶

[@letagastle4563]

Your tutorials are so easy to follow. Thank you, Robin! I just finished your C2C Rectangle Moss stitch blanket and now am going to have to start this one.

[@HookedbyRobin]

My pleasure! I’m glad you like them.😃🧶

[@gayle1055]

I have your C2C saved and this also for my next projects. I’m moving next week; all my crocheting has been on hold for awhile. You remember those days 😵‍💫🤦🏻‍♀️?! I fell in love with the C2C but this one blew me away. It’s unique. Thank you once again for sharing such an awesome tutorial. Your the best ❤🧶🧶gayle.

[@HookedbyRobin]

I do!🫣 Good luck with your move and I am sure you will be back to the crochet soon Gayle!😃x

[@gayle1055]

I certainly hope real soon. It’s such a stress reliever🧶🧶☕️

[@elizabethpelletier2605]

The directions are really clear. I was looking for a new project and i am going to make this one. Thank you for all awesome patterns.

[@HookedbyRobin]

My pleasure Elizabeth, I’m glad you like them!😃🧶

[@dianapabon2345]

Beautiful, beautiful !!!!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Diana!😃🧶

[@user-ih4bw4pb9i]

Fantastic!! Thank you for a wonderful tutorial.

[@HookedbyRobin]

My pleasure!😃🧶

[@cmastif7777]

I'm ready for this Robin it looks great letting you know

[@HookedbyRobin]

Aw yay thank you! 😃🧶

[@philomenamccarthy1070]

Brilliant tutorial, thanks so much Robin. Looking forward to trying this, think it will be a challenge bit good for the brain😊

[@HookedbyRobin]

You are most welcome!😃

[@tracycaldwell7679]

Cant wait to try this 😊

[@HookedbyRobin]

🙌🧶

[@amyw7815]

I really enjoyed learning this!! Brilliant

[@HookedbyRobin]

Yay!😃🧶

[@KendyJane67]

I am learning so much from your channel. Thank you!❤️🧶

[@HookedbyRobin]

I’m so glad to read that, thank you!😃

[@susanleeks17]

Oh Robin! This blanket is genius!!! Thanks for a beautiful project! It is so well done and taught! I love your channel!! 💕

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Susan!😃🧶

[@lindajeanhouse6443]

So pretty 😍 I don't know how you do it, every project you make goes on my neverending list of what I want to make next.

[@HookedbyRobin]

What a lovely compliment, thank you Linda!🥰🧶

[@patriciasmith7930]

Love it's,going to my yarns to pick out my favorite color ❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

😃🧶

[@soniakbibbs7040]

Love, love, love ❤️💯 My new project 💟

[@HookedbyRobin]

Yay! That’s what I like to read Sonia.😃

[@kimhall9967]

RObin it's very beautiful afghan Thank you Have awesome day

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you Kim!😃

[@user-jf2zy2vo2d]

beautiful hands& nail, nice & slow thanks

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you!😃💅

[@LucilleOneal-vk7be]

I just love this pattern, thanks for the lesson.

[@HookedbyRobin]

My pleasure Lucille!😃

[@DianEnglish56]

Hi Robin, C2C was always confusing to me. I really like how you explained this pattern; much easier to understand. Can’t wait to try it. You always use the prettiest yarns for your tutorials/projects. 🧶🫂

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Dian!🥰🤗

[@LindaLanglitz642]

Very clever and securely worked!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you Linda!😃

[@sarapiburn2523]

Very cool stitch! Love it💜💜💜

[@HookedbyRobin]

🥰🧶

[@annesec9995]

I often use this stitch for variegated yarns and always add an extra chain to ‘open it up’. This open row is just perfect to make it even lighter, especially when using cotton. Thank you.

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re welcome Anne!😃🧶

[@cynthiahale9888]

Love this! Love your tutorials!❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Cynthia!🥰

[@gautamiambiye9444]

Another wonderful video! Coincidentally, I am working on a C2C project right now, and tried out your open blocks technique right on the middle of the solid C2C I was doing, because I couldn't wait to try it out. It looks beautiful! Then I froghed out the trial patch and got back to my project. Thank you for a new technique!❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

I love that!😍 I am glad you like it.

[@helenmartinez7909]

Beautiful work!!! Awesome!!!!❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Helen!🥰

[@debbieward-crochet]

Love the variation! Thank you!

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome Debbie!😃

[@oceangypsy6611]

Thankyou so much for this tutorial. I've been trying to find a pattern like this since forever.. I love the C2C already.. But THIS is gorgeous ❤❤❤❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome, I’m glad you like it!😃

[@HuskyMama1009]

Very lovely! And great yarn choice

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you!😃🧶

[@hayayaghmour854]

It looks cozy and lovely ❤❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you!😃

[@wandacasper5612]

Good teacher. Thank u for sharing

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much!😃🧶

[@maryoregan6770]

Thank you for the very clear instructions. I look forward to trying out the pattern. C2C can look a bit heavy, so this variation is very welcome.

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re welcome Mary!😃

[@eileencarlson4276]

Excellent tutorial. C2C can be a bit confusing for me at times and this beautiful stitch is no exception, but you explained this so well. Thank you.

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you Eileen, I am pleased it helps!😃

[@ellenlowery6497]

Love it. Can’t wait for pattern.

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you Ellen!😃

[@freespirit1411]

Looks great, as always ☺️

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much!🥰🧶

[@mariasolorio8476]

Hi Robin!! This is a new pattern for me I'm going to give a try thank you for shering

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome Maria, I hope you like it!😃🧶

[@purrlee2467]

Always wanted to do a c2c project, it was this open blocked variation that had me start one

[@HookedbyRobin]

😃🧶

[@bluerosecrystalsoul]

GORGEOUS!!🤩

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you!🥰🧶

[@sharynestridge]

I never tried C2C because I thought it would be kinda hard to remember. You made it look so easy and now I am hooked. I just dont want to lay it down. I say to myself I will do one more row and then stop, lol. Before I know it I have done 5 more rows. I love that yarn, never heard of it here in the USA but I have ordered some from James Brett . Thank you so much for this video. You do such beautiful work.

[@HookedbyRobin]

That sounds like me when doing crochet!😅 I am glad you like Sharyn.

[@sharynestridge]

@@HookedbyRobin My daughter n law loved it so that she bought me some Red Heart Ombre yarn to make her one while I am waiting for my other yarn to come from the UK. I am using a size 5 hook because the yarn is thicker but it is turning out beautiful. Thank you for I know I will be using this pattern for some time.

[@user-mk3tp6hr6v]

Greatest instructions!!❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much!🥰

[@user-ob3zy1ds9t]

Really like this look ❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

🥰🧶

[@petradebree8126]

Ook leuk lijkt het mij om hiermee een kledingstuk bv. een topje od. mee te maken

[@valeriehowden471]

Great! It would be interesting to put open blocks just along the outer edges too.

[@nettymorgan6891]

Love the yarn your using.

[@HookedbyRobin]

Hi Netty, it is: James Brett Aurora Double Knitting yarn in the shade “AU11”.😃🧶

[@carmelrushe4867]

Thank you sincerely for this wonderful ctc pattern,have just posted it to 24 people@ they're so excited about your wonderful pattern@ your teaching skills bless you ❤😂🙏🙏🙏👍🏼

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Carmel, that is so appreciated!🥰🧶

[@tamaravalentini1481]

Ma e magnifico, grazie per il tutorial ❤❤❤❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

🥰🧶

[@cherylapo3134]

I am making this now... I adore it.

[@HookedbyRobin]

I’m glad you’re enjoying it Cheryl.😃🧶

[@barbarawiltz9453]

Excellent tutorial!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you Barbara!😃

[@sharonwilliams2757]

WOW ROBIN.. I JUST LOVE C2C STICH THANK YOU FOR YOUR AWESOME TUTORIAL AS ALWAYS 👌💯❤️🌹🙏

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Sharon!🥰

[@EthelAchim]

I love it. Very Beautiful 😍

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Ethel!😃

[@Chelllovesdolphinandunicorn53]

Im in love with this 😍😍. Tysm 🙂

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re most welcome!🧶

[@jodycanfield6229]

Wow! It is so pretty. Thank you for a great tutorial.

[@HookedbyRobin]

You are so welcome!

[@gingerb.pendleton56]

This is a cool pattern!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you!😃🧶

[@peggiestuthers9073]

I am loving this pattern thank you for coming into the light of the stage again ,miss seeing you…love ya too much ❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you Peggie!🥰🧶

[@laurathiele9509]

This is so cool. I bet it would work with HDC or mini c2c. I am adding this to my ever growing list of patterns.

[@HookedbyRobin]

😃🧶

[@ladysarahs77]

Thanks you this be my next project I lost my crojo

[@HookedbyRobin]

Ahhh missing crojo is the worst! Hopefully this helps x

[@laurabaldwin942]

Lovely!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you Laura!😃

[@darrinmckeehan5697]

I began working this with a pretty Lion brand Mandala of pink/baby blue & lavender for a great niece. I've already had to frog twice. Gonna write the instructions down, and attempt it again when I'm not sleepy/groggy. This is my first corner to corner... and I liked the look of the checkerboard-ish pattern. But I goofed somehow 😮. Twice as I mentioned 🤷. Update=I started the video completely over, and I got it now 😊. It just didn't look right before I began again. It turns out that it was right the second time. It's all clear though now 🤓. I'll watch the prep for a border after a nap 🥱 and after my blanket is as big as it needs to be before decreasing. Thanks Robin 🤗

[@HookedbyRobin]

Always the best way, to come back to it.😃 I’m glad you managed it Darrin.

[@darrinmckeehan5697]

​@@HookedbyRobinThank you 😊. Almost finished with the main "body" of my blanket! Making it square, I'll probably finish it and start the border tomorrow 😍. It really works up quickly 😁.

[@darrinmckeehan5697]

Oh yeah -the color name of the Mandala is unicorn 🦄😂. Didn't notice that until tonight

[@bethanyvladic3311]

Oh this is going on my list of things to do! Awesome

[@HookedbyRobin]

Woohoo!😃🙌

[@bonnylaurel1056]

Love it im doing it now tytyty always love to try and do new patterns tytyty ❤🎉

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re welcome Bonny!😃

[@sheripatin3260]

Absolutely love this!! I really like the idea of the open block rows to the C2C blanket. Also, I now understand better how to finish the C2C blanket better whether it is solid or open block!! Thank you very much!!! 😊❤😊❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome Sheri, I’m glad the video has helped!😃