Are you ready to elevate your crochet skills? The Puff Ripple Stitch is a delightful and dynamic pattern that combines texture and movement, making it perfect for a variety of projects like blankets, scarves, or even garments.
With its wavy design and unique puff details, this stitch creates a visually stunning and cozy result that you’ll love creating. Follow along with our free pattern and detailed instructions to bring this beautiful stitch to life.
Materials Used
5mm Crochet Hook
Yarn of your choice (medium weight recommended for best results)
The Puff Ripple Stitch
Ch:Chain
DC: Double Crochet
Puff Stitch (Puff St):
Yarn over, insert your hook into the indicated stitch. Yarn over and pull up a loop (3 loops on your hook).
Yarn over, insert your hook into the same stitch, and pull up a loop (5 loops on your hook).
Yarn over, insert your hook into the same stitch, and pull up a loop (7 loops on your hook).
Yarn over, insert your hook into the same stitch, and pull up a loop (9 loops on your hook).
Yarn over and pull through all 9 loops on your hook.
This pattern uses American standard crochet terminology.
The Puff Ripple Stitch is worked in rows, starting from the bottom and progressing upwards. Turn your piece to the end of each row.
Ch1 at the start of each row does not count as a stitch.
Follow instructions between asterisks (*) for repeats. If you encounter **, it indicates the final steps of a partial repeat.
Carefully read through each row’s instructions before starting.
Multiples: Begin with a chain length using multiples of 10, then add 3 additional chains.
Row 1 (R1):
Chain your desired width using the multiples above.
Work 1 DC in the 4th chain from the hook.
1 DC in the next 3 chains.
Skip the next 2 chains, 1 DC in the next 4 chains, Ch2, 1 DC in the next 4 chains. Repeat from * to * across the row until 6 chains remain.
Skip the next 2 chains, 1 DC in the next 2 chains, 2 DC in the next chain, 1 DC in the last chain. Turn.
Row 2 (R2):
Ch1, 1 DC in the very first DC, 2 DC in the next DC, 1 DC in the next 2 DC.
Skip the next 2 DC, 1 DC in the next 3 DC, work (Puff St, Ch2, Puff St, Ch1) in the next Ch2 space, 1 DC in the next 3 DC. Repeat from * to * across until 6 stitches remain.
Skip the next 2 DC, 1 DC in the next 2 DC, 2 DC in the next DC, 1 DC in the top of the turning chain. Turn.
Row 3 (R3):
Ch1, 1 DC in the very first stitch, 2 DC in the next stitch, 1 DC in the next 2 stitches.
Skip the next 2 stitches, 1 DC in the next 3 stitches, work (Puff St, Ch2, Puff St, Ch1) in the next Ch2 space, 1 DC in the next 3 stitches. Repeat from * to * across until 6 stitches remain.
Skip the next 2 stitches, 1 DC in the next 2 stitches, 2 DC in the next stitch, 1 DC in the last stitch. Turn.
Repeat Instructions
Repeat Row 3 until your project reaches the desired length.
Finishing Touches
Once you’ve completed your project, fasten off and weave in the loose ends to give it a polished look.
Video Tutorial:
The Puff Ripple Stitch brings a blend of classic elegance and modern texture to any crochet project. Try it out and share your creations with us in the comments below. Happy crocheting!
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