Crochet Textured Puff Stitch

The Crochet Textured Puff Stitch is a captivating stitch pattern that adds depth and dimension to your crochet projects. With its unique combination of raised stitches, the puff stitch, and strategically placed front post double crochets, this stitch creates a visually appealing texture that stands out.

The puff stitch is the highlight of this pattern, forming small clusters that puff up, providing a soft and plush appearance. When paired with the front post double crochets, the texture becomes more pronounced, making it a great choice for blankets, scarves, and even garments.

This stitch is perfect for those looking to add an extra layer of interest to their crochet projects. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, the Crochet Textured Puff Stitch is an enjoyable technique to experiment with different yarns and colors to create beautiful and intricate designs.

Instructions

Chain Stitch – ch

Double crochet / Single crochet – dc/sc

Treble / Double crochet – tr/dc

Double treble / Triple crochet – dtr/tr

Front Post dc / sc – FPdc/sc

Back Post dc / sc – BPdc/sc

Shell: 3dtr/tr + 2ch + 3dtr/tr

Stitch – st

10 half treble / half double crochet puff stitch – Pff:

Yarn over, insert hook in ch ( or space of 2ch), yarn over, draw yarn through stitch.

Repeat preceding more 9 times (or 7 – 8 times if you use thick yarn).

Yarn over and draw yarn through loops of Pff ( you should have 2 loops on your hook).

Yarn over and draw yarn through 2 loops on hook.

Foundation Chain: Multiples of 8 + 4

Row 1: Skip 3ch, 1tr/dc in next ch, * skip 3ch, shell in next, skip 3ch, Pff in next; rep from *, skip 3ch, shell in next, 2tr/dc in last ch, turn.

Row 2: Make 1ch, 1dc/sc in first tr/dc below, * 1ch, 1FPdc/sc over each of next 3dtr/tr below, 5c.

Make 1dc/sc in bottom of shell, 5ch.

Work 1FPdc/sc over each of next 3dtr/tr below, 1ch; rep from *, 1dc/sc in third ch, turn.

Work 1FPdc/sc over each of next 3dtr/tr below, 1ch; rep from *, 1dc/sc in third ch, turn.

Row 3: Make 6ch, 3dtr/tr in dc/sc below, * Pff in shell below, shell in next space of 2ch; rep from *, Pff in shell below, 3dtr/tr + 1ch + 1dtr/tr in last dc/sc, turn.

Row 4: Make 1ch, 1dc/sc in first dtr/tr, 1ch, 1FPdc/sc over each of next 3dtr/tr below, * 2ch, 1FPdc/sc over each of next 3dtr/tr below, 5ch,

1BPdc/sc over Pff of row 1, 5ch

1FPdc/sc over each of next 3dtr/tr below; rep from *, 2ch, 1FPdc/sc over each of next 3dtr/tr below, 1ch, 1dc/sc in fifth ch, turn.

Row 5: Make 3ch, 1tr/dc in dc/sc, * shell in space of 2ch, Pff in shell below; rep from*, shell in space of 2ch, 2tr/dc in last dc/sc below, turn.

Row 6: Make 1ch, 1dc/sc in first tr/dc below, * 1ch, 1FPdc/sc over each of next 3dtr/tr below, 5ch, 1BPdc/sc over Pff of row 3, 5ch, 1FPdc/sc over each of next 3dtr/tr below, 1ch; rep from *, 1dc/sc in third ch, turn.

Repeat rows 3 ‐ 6 until you have reached your desired length.