Crochet Tutorial: Textured Puff Stitch

The Textured Puff Stitch creates a beautiful raised pattern that combines the softness of puffs with an intriguing texture. By working a series of puffs in the same stitch space, you'll achieve a three-dimensional effect that's visually appealing and touchably inviting. This stitch is perfect for a wide range of projects, from blankets and scarves to hats and home decor.

In this tutorial, we'll take you through the step-by-step process of crocheting the Textured Puff Stitch. You'll learn how to create the puffs, maintain an even tension, and incorporate this stitch into your projects. With the Textured Puff Stitch at your fingertips, you'll be able to infuse your crochet creations with a unique and eye-catching texture. So, grab your crochet hook and yarn, and let's dive into the world of the Textured Puff Stitch!

Instructions

Foundation Chain: Multiples of 6 + 2

Techniques used in this stitch (British term / American term): Chain stitch – ch

Double crochet / Single crochet – dc/sc

Treble / Double crochet – tr / dc

3 – Half tr / half dc puff stitch - puff.st

Picot of 3ch - picot

Stitch – st

Row 1: skip 1ch, * 1dc/sc in next ch, 1 picot, 2ch, skip 2ch, 1tr/dc + 2ch + 1tr/dc in next ch, 2ch, skip 2ch; rep from *, 1dc/sc in last ch, turn.

Row 2: 4ch, * work 1 puff.st + 2ch + 1 puff.st + 2ch + 1 puff.st in space of 2ch, 1ch; rep from*, 1 puff.st + 2ch + 1 puff.st + 2ch + 1 puff.st in space of 2ch, 1tr/dc in dc/sc below, turn.

Row 3: 4 ch, * 1tr/dc in space of 2ch, 1ch, 1tr/dc in next space of 2ch, 1ch, 1 tr/dc in space of 1ch, 1ch; rep from*, 1tr/dc in space of 2ch, 1ch, 1tr/dc in next space of 2ch, 1ch, 1 tr/dc in 3rd ch, turn.

Row 4: 3ch, * 1tr/dc in space of 1ch, 1tr/dc in tr/dc below; rep from*, 1tr/dc in space of 1ch, 1tr/dc in 3rd ch, turn.

Row 5: 1ch, * 1dc/sc in st below, 1 picot, 2ch, skip 2 st, 1tr/dc + 2ch + 1tr/dc in next st, 2ch, skip 2 st; rep from *, 1dc/sc in 3rd ch, turn.

Repeat rows 2 - 5 until you have reached your desired length.