How to Crochet the Fishtail Braid Border Edging
The crochet fishtail braid edge is a simple and elegant border edging for a blanket, scarf, shawl, hat, and bag. This stitch creates a thick, sturdy finish that looks much more complicated than it actually is. It is perfect for hiding uneven edges on your work and adds a beautiful braided texture that looks great on both sides.
Materials & Specs
- Yarn: This technique is incredibly versatile and works with any yarn weight or fiber. The sample shown uses approximately 25 yards of a worsted weight (Size 4) cotton and acrylic blend.
- Hook: Size I (5.5 mm) crochet hook.
- Pro Tip: You can use any hook size that is appropriate for your chosen yarn.
- Supplies: You will also need a yarn needle and scissors for finishing.
- Dimensions: The finished width of the braid will vary based on your yarn weight and hook selection.
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