How To Crochet A Half Bobble Stitch For Blankets
Half Bobble Stitch – Pattern Description
Today I’m sharing a quick and simple stitch tutorial with you: the Half Bobble Stitch!
This stitch adds beautiful texture to your crochet projects without being overly complicated, making it perfect for both beginners and those looking to expand their stitch collection.
The half bobble stitch is a one-sided textured stitch, meaning the bobbles pop out on one side, creating a lovely tactile surface!
It’s also a solid stitch, which means it creates a dense fabric, perfect for warmth and structure.
Plus, it has a simple 2-row repeat, making it easy to remember and work up once you get the hang of it.
You can easily change colors after every two rows to create a fun, striped effect with your bobbles! This stitch works beautifully in multiples of 2, so it’s super adaptable for various projects.
You’ll find the bobble stitch featured in some of my favorite designs, like the adorable Liam the Lamb Baby Lovey. The difference between the two stitches is that the half bobble stitch uses less yarn.
This is why I’m so excited to guide you through learning this stitch! It creates a wonderful, textured fabric that’s just perfect for so many different projects.
How to use the half bobble stitch
The half bobble stitch is so versatile and can be used for a wide array of projects! Here are some ideas:
- Baby Blankets and Afghans: Imagine a cozy baby blanket filled with these delightful bobbles! They add a wonderful texture for little hands to explore.
- Cushions: Create a stylish and comfortable cushion cover with this textured stitch.
- Dishcloths or Washcloths: The bobbles create a fantastic scrubbing surface for practical items around the home.
- Scarves: A scarf made with this stitch would be incredibly warm and squishy!
- As an accent stitch in your designs: Incorporate this stitch for textured panels or borders in larger projects.
- Garments and Accessories: Think cozy sweaters or textured bags.
Below, you’ll find everything you need to master this stitch, including detailed written instructions and a video tutorial for my visual learners out there!
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Half Bobble Stitch – Video Tutorial
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VIDEO TUTORIAL: How To Crochet The Half Bobble Stitch
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Crochet Half Bobble Stitch – Pattern Notes
Pattern Characteristics
- textured
- solid
- one-sided
Pattern Repeat
- Multiples of 2 sts
- 2-row repeat
Supplies Used
- Bulky Yarn
- 5.5mm crochet hook
Multiple Color Use
- When using 2 or more colors, change colors every 2 rows
Stitch Abbreviations For The Half Bobble Stitch
The Half Bobble Stitch pattern is written in US terms using Craft Yarn Council abbreviations.
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- ch(s) – chain(s)
- sc – single crochet
- sc flo – single crochet front loop only
- dc2tog – double crochet 2 together
Pattern Swatches For The Half Bobble Stitch
I uploaded below the color swatches I made for the half bobble stitch. You can see the front and back, plus the 2 color variation.
And there you have it! Your very own Half Bobble Stitch swatch, ready to be transformed into something truly special!
How To Crochet The Half Bobble Stitch
Let’s get down to crocheting this beautiful stitch! Follow these step-by-step instructions.
Pattern Notes:
- stitches contained within * are the repeat section for that row as many times as indicated in the number following the *
Starting Chain:
This pattern requires you to chain Multiples of 2chs. My starting chain is 16ch.
Row 1:
sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in all remaining chs, ch 1, turn = 15
Row 2:
sc, sc flo in each st until you have 1 st left, sc in last st, ch1, turn
Row 3:
*sc, dc2tog in the exposed back loop 2 rows below*, repeat from * until you have 1 st left, sc in last st, ch1, turn
Repeat Row Section
Repeat rows 2 & 3 until you have the desired length to your work.
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