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    Home » Video Tutorials » Advanced Stitches

    Star Stitch or Marguerite Stitch

    Published: Dec 11, 2013 · Modified: Jun 14, 2019 by Tamara Kelly · 38 Comments

    The Marguerite Stitch comes in several variations. The easiest of all has 3 spikes, and is know as the Simple Marguerite Stitch - and I had a lot of fun demonstrating it! When you read just "Marguerite Stitch" it could mean 4 or 5 spikes - both versions share the name. But the 5 spike Marguerite Stitch goes by another name... the Star Stitch! Still following? Good, because today I'm showing you how to make this full size, 5 spiked, Star Stitch - AKA the Marguerite Stitch!

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    Star Stitch or Marguerite Stitch Video Tutorial

    Star Stitch or Marguerite Stitch Photo Tutorial

    This tutorial was filmed and photographed using LB Collection Cotton Bamboo yarn and a Susan Bates H hook.

    The Star Stitch or Marguerite Stitch is worked over a multiple of 2 plus 1, plus 3 for the starting chain! So for this swatch, I started with a chain of 12  (8 (4 x 2) +1, +3 = 12). Each Marguerite or Star takes up 2 sts, so this swatch will make 4 stars (note that this is the multiple of 2 above - easy to plan your starting chain now, right?). I recommend working into the underside loops of the chain for this stitch.

    After making your starting chain, insert the hook into the 2nd ch from the hook and pull up a loop. Then do the same in the 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th ch from the hook. This leaves you with 6 loops on the hook.  Try to pull the last couple of loops up a bit higher than the others.

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    Yarn over and pull through all 6 loops.

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    Ch 1 to finish off the stitch. First Star made!

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    To start the next Star, insert the hook into the ch 1 just made, and pull up a loop.

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    Then insert the hook under the 2 strands on the side of the last spike or loop made in the previous stitch, and pull up a loop.

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    Then insert the hook into the same ch that the last loops of the previous stitch was worked in, and pull up a loop.

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    Finally, insert the hook into the next ch and pull up a loop, and then into the next ch and pull up a loop. Try to pull these last two loops up a  little higher than the others.

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    Yarn over and pull through all 6 loops, then ch 1 to finish off the stitch. Second Star made!

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    Continue as for the second Star until the end of the chains, finishing the last Marguerite in the last ch.

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

     

    To start the second row, you're going to start with a ch 3. But wait! Before you turn, before you chain, very carefully remove the hook from the active loop and replace it in the loop from the other direction. THEN turn and make your ch 3. This way the underside loop of the chains is on the "inside" of the row, and the Vs are on the outside edge - a much nicer look (at least in my opinion - feel free to try it both ways and see what you think!). Oh, and make sure that the chains are nice and loose - you'll be working into all 3 eventually!

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    After the ch 3, insert your hook in the 2nd ch from the hook and pull up a loop. Then do the same in the 3rd ch, then in the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd st of the row.

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    Yarn over and pull through all 6 loops, then ch 1 to finish off the stitch. First Star of the second row made!

    Continue making Stars to the end of the row, working them as you did the second and subsequent stars of the 1st row. When you get to the end of the row, the last loop will be in the ch that you skipped when you made the very first Star!  This is why, as you make each row, you're going to want to have made all 3 chs at the beginning of the previous row nice and loose. Working into that skipped ch is no fun when it's tight!

    Learn how to #crochet the Star Stitch with this video and photo tutorial from Moogly!

    And that's all there is to it! Just repeat the directions for the second row until you've got the length you want. To work the Star Stitch or Marguerite Stitch in the round, you'll start with a multiple of 2 plus 1, and save that ch 3 until after you've joined in a circle.

    If you're curious about the 4 spike Marguerite - it's easy as can be! Just skip the 3rd loop in the version above -  work the loops in the 2nd ch, 4th ch, 5th ch, and 6th chain for the first st. Then make the next 4 spike Marguerite by working into the ch 1 that closed the previous st, the same ch that the last loop was worked in, and the next 2 chains. Easy peasy!

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    1. 1

      Margaret S

      December 11, 2013 at 11:05 am

      What a pretty stitch. I love your easy to understand videos and your great step by step instructions!

      Reply
      • 2

        Tamara Kelly

        December 11, 2013 at 11:32 am

        Thank you Margaret! 😀

        Reply
    2. 3

      Rhonda

      December 11, 2013 at 11:11 am

      Tammt I am inspired by your techniques in crocheting I just wanted to express about your slipper pattern ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT very talented. I have only been crocheting for 1 Te. The patterns I see every where quite a lot if work but O love the challenge I love this star stitch it would make a nice Blanket for Someone ThankYou for sharing these patterns Also I am interested in keeping your Moogly page on the Internet how do I help with this I saw the Amazon page let me Ease - Happy Holidays to You and Yours sincerely Rhonda Fannin

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      • 4

        Tamara Kelly

        December 11, 2013 at 11:32 am

        😀 Thank you Rhonda! The best way to help is to use the Amazon link for your Amazon shopping, and beyond that just spread the word and share the page with other crocheters and yarn lovers! I don't pay for advertising - it's all word of mouth. The best advertising of all!

        Reply
    3. 5

      Rebecca Williams

      December 11, 2013 at 11:28 am

      Would like to receive your beautiful patterns. Please send it to my email address

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      • 6

        Tamara Kelly

        December 11, 2013 at 2:20 pm

        All the patterns are here on the site Rebecca! You can use the green Print Friendly button at the bottom to print them out for personal use if you like. 🙂

        Reply
    4. 7

      Albertine

      December 11, 2013 at 12:03 pm

      I don't want to be too picky, but you had 5 loops on your hook with the last star stitch of the first row 😉 I do love the stitch very much! I've learned so many new and handy things from you. Thanks! 😀

      Reply
      • 8

        Tamara Kelly

        December 11, 2013 at 2:13 pm

        Ack, you're right! I missed the one in the same ch as the last loop of the previous stitch. Ah well, hopefully the rest of the video makes up for it lol.

        Reply
    5. 9

      Jessica

      January 22, 2014 at 10:47 am

      I love this stitch! I've never seen it before. I've been crocheting for over 15 years and just recently started moving beyond the basic stitches. I've been working on an afghan for my son and now I'm convinced that I need to make a few squares in this stitch. I'm using bulky variegated yarns and I think it will look stunning. Thanks for sharing these wonderful tutorials and patterns. Keep up the good work.

      Reply
    6. 10

      Jeanette

      April 05, 2014 at 11:24 am

      Your instructions, video, and pictures are so clear and easy to follow! Thank you for the lesson.

      Reply
      • 11

        Tamara Kelly

        April 07, 2014 at 9:26 am

        Thank you so much Jeanette! I'm so glad you liked it! 😀

        Reply
    7. 12

      mahin

      April 12, 2014 at 8:35 am

      thank you very much

      Reply
    8. 13

      Veronica

      May 30, 2014 at 9:41 am

      Thanks you. I gave this a try today and was able to figure it out really quickly. Great tutorial.

      Reply
      • 14

        Tamara Kelly

        May 30, 2014 at 1:46 pm

        😀 I'm so glad Veronica, thank you!

        Reply
    9. 15

      Marrie

      July 13, 2014 at 2:51 pm

      Verryy neat work.. love your work { XOXO }

      Reply
    10. 16

      dheepa

      August 20, 2014 at 12:02 pm

      its so easy to learn by step by step photo procedure.. thanx a lot

      Reply
    11. 17

      Jessica

      May 30, 2015 at 6:54 am

      I'm learning this stitch for a pattern, and I found myself really struggling with it. Found your tutorial and photos very helpful--thanks for posting!

      Reply
      • 18

        Tamara Kelly

        June 01, 2015 at 9:32 pm

        😀 I'm so glad to hear it! Thank you!

        Reply
    12. 19

      farahnaz faryadi

      July 03, 2015 at 12:54 pm

      hi thank you very nice

      Reply
      • 20

        Tamara Kelly

        July 03, 2015 at 9:22 pm

        Thank you! 🙂

        Reply
    13. 21

      amber

      August 08, 2015 at 9:51 am

      thank you, my fave stitch found and i can make it finally
      perfect tutorial perrrrfect

      Reply
      • 22

        Tamara Kelly

        August 09, 2015 at 11:25 am

        😀 Thank you Amber!

        Reply
    14. 23

      ardith

      September 28, 2015 at 12:13 pm

      tx, tamara!! i've been all over the 'net looking for a sane explanation/tutorial for the star stitch - aaarrrgh!!!

      FINALLY, i came across your link & NOW I GET IT!! yay!! i've bookmarked moogly, so i will forever start HERE FIRST for crochet info, help, patterns & inspiration!! you make me smile - please keep up the great work!!! 🙂

      Reply
      • 24

        Tamara Kelly

        September 28, 2015 at 1:36 pm

        😀 I'm SO glad you found it Ardith! Thank you so much!!

        Reply
    15. 25

      Nell

      November 15, 2015 at 4:22 pm

      How many do I chain for starter row on the star stitch pattern for twin size bed?

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      • 26

        Tamara Kelly

        November 16, 2015 at 10:00 am

        Hello Nell! That would depend on the hook, yarn, and tension you are using. I would recommend picking your yarn and hook, and then chaining to the width desired, in the multiple given! 🙂

        Reply
    16. 27

      charlene Garcia

      December 18, 2015 at 3:15 pm

      Wooo... I love your tutorial

      Reply
      • 28

        Tamara Kelly

        December 21, 2015 at 10:45 am

        Thank you so much Charlene!

        Reply
    17. 29

      Deena

      January 21, 2016 at 5:06 am

      Hi Tamara,

      If i want to do the single crochet row, do i just ch 1 turn and crochet in all the stitches?

      Reply
      • 30

        Tamara Kelly

        January 21, 2016 at 9:04 am

        Yes! Just watch your stitch count. 🙂

        Reply
        • 31

          Deena

          January 21, 2016 at 8:05 pm

          I'm a tadbit confused. When i got to the last circle ( center of star stitch) it seemd like i have 2 stitches left. One of the star stitch and i think the chain that i skipped,do i have make a sc in that skipped stitch? And after that do i still chain 3 and start the new star stitch row in the second chain ?
          Hope you can visualize what i'm talking about 😉

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          • 32

            Tamara Kelly

            January 25, 2016 at 12:37 pm

            That skipped ch is the turning chain, so you don't work into that one. 🙂

            Reply
    18. 33

      Ann

      March 11, 2016 at 2:47 pm

      Please stop calling it marguerites its STAR STITCH

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      • 34

        Tamara Kelly

        March 14, 2016 at 1:35 pm

        Both names for this stitch are used quite frequently, and date back several decades at least, so for those looking for one or the other, it's important to use both names so they can find the tutorial. 🙂

        Reply
    19. 35

      Gemma

      May 14, 2017 at 11:04 am

      Great tutorial, but this version of it means each alternative row looks different i.e. back of stitch and front of stitch on either side, which looks different. There is a version where you alternate between star cluster row and regular htr row, which means there is a definite rs and ws. So the star clusters look the same on one side. How about doing a tutorial for that version?

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      • 36

        Tamara Kelly

        May 15, 2017 at 10:40 am

        I'll add it to my list! 🙂 Thank you Gemma!

        Reply
    20. 37

      Naomi

      August 07, 2017 at 9:02 pm

      Hi Tamryn, like many others I love your helpful video tutorials. I am designing a cowl that has a round of Star stitch, when I complete it and go back to working HDC's I can't get my stitch count to be the same it was before the round of Star stitch, any suggestion as to what I am doing wrong?

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      • 38

        Tamara Kelly

        August 08, 2017 at 7:42 am

        Thank you so much, Naomi! The star stitch is tricky that way - from the top it can look like a lot different from how you started!

        If you have too many sts: I would recommend skipping every few "sts" to get the right stitch count. It doesn't have to be any particular stitches, just be consistent as you work across (ie: always skip the smallest V that appears every x sts) and it should all work out fine!

        If you have toofew sts: would recommend doubling up every few "sts" to get the right stitch count. Again, it doesn't have to be any particular stitches, just be consistent as you work across (ie: always put 2 sts in every x sts) and it should all work out fine this way too!

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