A crochet border edging on crochet or knit blankets, dishcloths, and various other projects is frequently employed to enhance their aesthetic appeal, providing a more finished or decorative look that transforms simple items into something more. There are numerous crochet border edgings available, each offering a unique texture and style. For instance, a single crochet border adds a subtle, clean finish, whereas a crochet moss stitch border introduces a more textured feel. Another edging is the crochet zig zag braid edging, which is accomplished by alternating between slip stitches and chain stitches, creating a braid-like pattern that adds both texture and visual interest. Incorporating the various border edging adds more visual interest and elevates the overall design of a knitted or crocheted item.

I have used the crochet zig zag braid edging in several dishcloth patterns, including the Dotted Dishcloth, With a Twist Dishcloth, and a few other dishcloths that I have created over time. This straightforward edging technique gives the finished product a textured and decorative look.

The video and written instructions below show how to crochet zig zag braid edging for right-handed crochet

The Crochet Zig Zag Braid Edging:

Written steps to crochet the Zig Zag Edging:

• Insert crochet hook under both strands of the edge stitch or a crochet stitch
• Yarn over and pull the yarn loop under and through both stands of the edge stitch.
• Slip stitch (Tutorial Series: How to Crochet Slip Stitch) the loop with the loop on the crochet hook
• Chain one
• Repeat the steps above for the crochet zig zag edging