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How to Crochet the Popcorn Stitch (Bold 3D Bobble Texture)
By Emma Collins • Original URL: https://crochetwithemma.com/how-to-crochet-popcorn-stitch/
Learn how to crochet crisp, rounded popcorn stitches that pop boldly on the front of blankets, pillows, and holiday stockings.
Skill Level: Easy
Hook Size: 5.0 mm (US H-8)
Total Time: 30 mins
Yield: 6" x 6" Textured Washcloth / Swatch
Yarn Weight: Category 4 Medium Worsted Yarn
Gauge: 14 sts x 12 rows = 4" x 4"
Materials & Tools
- 45 yds worsted weight yarn (shown in Golden Honey Mustard)
- 5.0 mm (US H-8) crochet hook
- Scissors & tapestry needle
Abbreviations (US Terms)
sc – single crochet | dc – double crochet | PC – 5-dc popcorn stitch
Pattern Instructions
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Row 1 (WS): Ch 20. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (19 sc)
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Row 2 (RS – Popcorn Row): Sc in first 2 sts, *work PC in next st, sc in next 3 sts; repeat from * to last st, sc in last st. Ch 1, turn.
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Rows 3–4: Work 1 sc in each st across for 2 smooth background rows. Offset popcorns on Row 6 by starting with sc in first 4 sts!
Pattern Notes
- Popcorn stitches eat roughly 25% more yarn than plain double crochet — buy one extra skein for blankets.
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