Learn to crochet the Bobble Stitch to add texture to your project

Learn the basics of a bobble crochet stitch

5/6/2025

Over the years, you'll learn a large variety of crochet stitches that will offer similar end results and be named a variety of things. The Bobble crochet stitch is one that, texture wise, is similar to the Popcorn stitch and the puff stitch. How you work each individual stitch is different but all produce a fun burst of texture that is great for a variety of crochet projects.

I've used the Bobble stitch in a variety of crochet projects and a handful of patterns. There were probably times in the past that I called it the Puff stitch because it creates a puff of yarn sitting on top of your project. It wouldn't have been intentional to through anyone off but more of trying to describe the results.

Since I've started creating video tutorials to help with special stitches in my patterns and posting them on my YouTube Channel, I figured I'd better clear the air on this stitch. It's easy to work and honestly has a fun texture so it's always a good stitch to have in your back pocket when you want to add a little something extra.
So are you ready to learn how to crochet this beauty yourself?

A few thoughts for it's use:
~ Create centers of flowers
~ Create eyes on larger projects
~ Create a words and shapes that pop up from a flat surface such as a blanket
~Work many in a solid row to create lines of texture

No matter what you choose, make it fun!

Now that you have the concept down, just remember to watch the instructions within the specific pattern you're working as this stitch can be made with less stitches or more stitches together than shown in the video. For example, in my Royal Christmas Tree Skirt pattern, I only use work 5 partial dc's for the bobble.
Some patterns will work shorter stitches before and after the bobble stitch to make it "pop" even more. So, pay close attention to the pattern you're working!