How do you crochet a perfect bobble stitch?

For this stitch you will yarn over and insert the hook into the next stitch. Yarn over and pull through, yarn over and pull through two stitches. this process will be repeated 5 times and you will end up with 6 loops on your hook. Yarn over and pull through all of the loops on the hook.

How many stitches are in a bobble stitch?

A crochet bobble consists of 4 incomplete double crochet stitches , all held on your crochet hook. A final yarn over is pulled through all those double crochet stitches on the hook so literally squish the stitches together.

What is the best yarn for the bobble stitch?

The Best Yarn to Show The Bobble Stitch I chose Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick in the color Fisherman because it's a nice neutral color that really allows the bobbles to pop.

How do you make a perfect bobble?

Bobbles [Knit 1, purl 1, knit 1] into the same stitch, turn work (to WS) Slip 1, purl 2, turn work (to RS) Slip 1, knit 2, turn work (to WS) Slip 1, purl 2, turn work (to RS) Slip 1, k2tog, pass slipped stitch from right needle over the stitch just worked.

Can you do a single crochet bobble stitch?

As the name calls, the Bobble Single Crochet it is worked only with single crochet stitches and should not to be confused with the commonly used Bobble Stitch worked with the double crochet! The Bobble Single Crochet stitches will create smaller “bobbles” as the Bobble Stitch with the double crochet.

Is a puff stitch the same as a bobble stitch?

The main difference: the puff stitch is crocheted with half double crochets, the bobble stitch uses taller (double or triple crochet) stitches .

What is the best yarn to crochet a bag?

Hemp, jute and cotton yarns are sturdy, have little to no stretch in them and if your tote bag is made with a tightly worked crochet stitch it will keep its specific shape and be strong and sturdy.

What is the least wasteful crochet stitch?

Try using a V-stitch, filet stitch, or trellis stitch instead of a basic single, double, or treble crochet. These stitches all have spacing that allow for the project to progress without using a ton of yarn.

What color does stitch look like?

Stitch was originally going to have green fur, which was changed in early development to the now-familiar blue . His black eyes were slightly smaller compared to his final version, his ears flared at their bases instead of close to their tips, and some early drawings placed his nose below the eye line instead of above.

Does bobble stitch use a lot of yarn?

Now, I have to warn you, this stitch requires a LOT of yarn , but the texture is so fabulous that you will hardly regret it! Follow this tutorial to get a step – by – step introductions with photos on how to turn your yarn into puffs! With this stitch you can make so many extravagant projects.

What is the difference between puff and bobble crochet?

The main difference: the puff stitch is crocheted with half double crochets, the bobble stitch uses taller (double or triple crochet) stitches .

Crochet Bag: Free Pattern & Video Tutorial (Bobble Stitch)

Crochet bag + free pattern, what more can you ask for! You’ll be the talk of the town with this boldly textured Bobble Stitch Bag.

I decided to go extra bold with a bright yellow color that will let me carry the sunshine with me no matter what the weather looks like outside. What color would you choose for your bag?

In addition to the fabulous bobble stitch texture, this cute crochet bag also boasts a dash of versatility. You can carry it by the trendy premade handles, or pull out the crochet strap that’s tucked inside to wear it as a shoulder bag.

I’ve even included in the pattern my extra special trick for making sure your crochet strap won’t stretch!

You can follow along with the written tutorial below, or check out the video if you need a visual.

If you have never done the bobble stitch before, don’t sweat it. This is an easy crochet bag pattern. I included full step-by-step stitch instructions in the written pattern and in the video. By the time you’re done crocheting all the bobbles in this bag, you will be a bobble stitch pro!

Yarn Used

You get the most band for your buck with Caron One Pound! This worsted weight yarn is available in a wide range of shades, and it’s the perfect sturdy material to create this crochet bag! To make this pattern pop, I chose the color Sunflower. Yellow is my favorite color.

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Crochet Bag Video Tutorial

I’ve included time stamps along the way to make it easy to switch between the two formats.

Unfortunately, I did accidentally call it the popcorn stitch in my video, but just know that I mean the bobble stitch! (Hey, everybody makes mistakes).

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Material

Caron One Pound in S u n f l o w e r (Color A) and Brown (Color B)

5.5 mm & 4 mm

Purse Handle

Button

Video

Abbreviations – US Terminology

St(s) – Stitch(es)

Sl st – Slip stitch

Ch – Chain

Sc – Single crochet

Yo – Yarn Over

Specialty Stitches

Bobble (video 2:55) –

Yo, insert hook into the designated st and pull up a loop.

Yo, draw yarn through 2 loops (2 loops on hook)

Yo, insert hook into same st and pull up a loop, yo draw through 2 loops (3 loops on hook)

Yo, insert hook into same st and pull up a loop, yo draw through 2 loops (4 loops on hook)

Yo, insert hook into same st and pull up a loop, yo draw through 2 loops (5 loops on hook)

Yo, draw yarn through all 5 loops on hook.

Gauge

13 st x 14 rows

Panel (Make 2)

With Color A and 5.5 mm hook, Ch 30

Row 1: 2 sc in second ch from hook, sc each ch across to last ch, 2 sc last ch, turn (31)(video 1:14)

Rows 2-3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc each st to last st, 2 sc last st, turn. (33,35)(video 1:44)

Row 4: Ch 1, sc first 2 sts, *bobble, sc next 2 sts, repeat from * across, turn. (11 bobbles)(video 2:40)

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Rows 5-7: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc each st across to last st, 2 sc last st, turn. (37,39,41)(video 5:45)

Row 8: Ch 1, sc first 2 sts, *bobble, sc next 2 sts, repeat from * across, turn. (13 bobbles)(video 6:49)

Rows 9-11: Ch 1, sc each st across, turn. (41)(video 8:34)

Rows 12-31: Repeat rows 8-11 5 times. (video 9:07)

Premade Handles Covers (video 9:35)

Row 32: sl st next 9 sts, sc, bobble next st, *sc next 2 sts, bobble next st, repeat from * 6 more times, sc next st, leave remaining sts unworked, turn. (8 bobbles)

Rows 33-38: Ch 1, sc each st across, turn. Fasten off when complete. Leave long tail for sewing.

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Assembly (video 13:00)

With the right sides of the two panels facing each other, sew around the outsides of the bag. Fold handle cover over premade handles & secure to back.

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Optional Crochet Strap (video 13:32)

With Color A and 4 mm hook, Ch 100

Round 1: hdc in second ch from hook, hdc each st until last ch, 3 hdc in last ch, working underneath the original ch, hdc in each st until last ch, 2 hdc in last ch, fasten off.

Stripe Color B (see video)

Running slip stitch down center spaces made from the completed hdc sts. This will keep your strap from stretching out.

Crochet button

Tutorial for crochet button HERE

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This crochet bag free pattern is a perfect project for beginners. It’s also a great gift idea!

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Yarn Used

Crochet Bag Video Tutorial

Assembly (video 13:00)

Optional Crochet Strap (video 13:32)

FAQs

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