How to Crochet the C2C Open Block Stitch 🧶

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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!

🧶 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*

🕘 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:

*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 😀

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[PharmDACR]

I love C2C - this is such a nifty variation! Thanks as always for your beautifully clear and straightforward tutorial.

[salamanda]

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

[MarselleAppelgryn]

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

[missangie]

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!! ❤

[Stewart]

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

[galeharris]

I love C2C projects, and have made 2 afghans with the technique, but had never seen this variation, which is gorgeous--I love this! I'm halfway through yet another C2C afghan, but may have to work some of this variation into it, so so pretty. Thank you for taking the time and patience to really explain the process. I don't know of any others except Mikey at Crochet Crowd who are so thorough, and he's the one I originally learned the stitch from, and I found you while looking for his video on C2C, so now I can go to your website, too. Thank you, Robin!

[lindahoig]

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

[elaineedwards]

Next c2c for me most definitely!! Will make a lovely blanket for summer babies, thank you once again Robin for a lovely tutorial x

[michca]

I heard about this pattern from Nick (Nick and Andrew: Urban Farmboys)! I love the C2C blankets and want to try this out. Right now I'm in the middle of a graphgan using dc's and chs, it forms diamond shapes with + in the middle of each diamond, I'm loving it. I believe I found it on Yarnspirations! Anyway, I would like to try this pattern next! Thanks!!

[Flying_Doodle_Homestead]

Thank you!!!! In the first 5 minutes you showed me what I was doing incorrectly and how to fix it. I can now do c2c 🎉🎉🎉 You are Wonderful💜

[teceyS]

I've never seen the C2C stitch pattern worked before!
This was so amazing to watch~ you do an excellent job of explaining how to do the technique❣️
I love the color of yarn you're using~ this is a very beautiful blanket pattern 💝💖
Thank you for sharing it❣️

[marydamiano]

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

[vmcdevitt]

I am so obsessed with C2C -- and I Iove this variation!!! Thank you for sharing. Your instructions are clear and easy to follow. 😁

[sandywhite]

This looks amazing. I really appreciate you taking the time to show how each part is done. I definitely want to try it. Thank you for sharing

[lisasgcell]

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

[Sewist-vc]

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 💕

[Lisa-SynfullyWkd]

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

[nmutta]

Hi Robin, this is absolutely a must try project it’s both fun and challenging to watch let alone try to crochet it. Thank you for being amazing ❤

[susanleeks]

Hi Robin! I have now made 3 blankets using this stitch! This is a wonderful pattern for highly textured yarns like boucle or Lionbrand Homespun. This blanket is brilliant!! Thank you so much!!

[karenratzan]

I watched until the end! I plan to try a lap blanket. I like your videos because you are so clear in your instructions and patient in your demonstrations. Thanks!