How to Vertical Crocodile Stitch

     Before I begin, I'm not entirely sure what you would use this stitch for besides a scarf or a purse strap. However, it is fun to know, so I'm going to post it anyway.

     1) To make the stitch, chain three and dc into the third chain from your hook.

     2) Then, chain one and dc five times around your previous dc. See the pictures below for clarification.

     Here is what it will look like.

     3) Make four more dc around the other side.

     4) Now chain two and sc into the middle.

     5) Chain two again, dc, and begin the process from 2) until your project has reached the desired length.

     When you're ready to finish off, simply dc five times around your previous dc, chain one, and slip stitch into the middle.

     This will make a little baby crocodile scale.