Crochet Slanting Cross Puff Stitch
The Crochet Slanting Cross Puff Stitch is a charming and intricate stitch that adds beautiful texture and visual interest to any crochet project. By creating a unique crisscross pattern with raised puffs, this stitch creates a lovely slanted design that will impress everyone who sees it. Whether you are an experienced crocheter looking to try something new or a beginner eager to explore different stitches, the Crochet Slanting Cross Puff Stitch is a fun and rewarding technique to master. So grab your hook and yarn and get ready to create something truly special with this delightful stitch!
Skill Level: Intermediate
Abbreviations UK
- RS. Right Side
- ch. Chain
- dc. Double Crochet
- rpt. Repeat
- yrh. Yarn Round Hook
Base of ch. Work into first stitch
ps. Puff Stitch
* yrh insert hook into next stitch and pull up loop, * (3 loops on hook)
Rpt from * to * twice (7 loops on hook)
yrh pull through the first 6 loops on your hook (2 loops on hook)
yrh pull through last 2 loops on your hook.
Scroll down the page for the USA format
UK/USA INSTRUCTIONS:
Made in any even number + 1.
Using a main colour I have made 31ch for the sample, (RS) work 1dc into 2nd ch from hook, 1dc into each ch to end. Turn (30dc)
2nd Row – 1ch, 1dc into the stitch at the base of the 1ch, 1dc into each stitch to end. Turn.
# # Join in contrast colour.
3rd Row – 1ch, 1dc in base of 1ch, * miss 1dc, 1dc in next dc, working across last dc into the missed dc, work 1ps, (see abbrev) * rpt from * to * to last dc, 1dc in dc. Turn. (14ps)
Pick up main colour.
4th to 6th Rows – Rpt 2nd Row. Turn. # #
Rpt from # # to # # until required length.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Abbreviations USA
- RS. Right Side
- ch. Chain
- dc. Double Crochet
- rpt. Repeat
- yo. Yarn Over
Base of ch. Work in first stitch
ps. Puff Stitch
* yo insert hook in next stitch and pull up loop, * (3 loops on hook)
Rpt from * to * twice (7 loops on hook)
yo pull through the first 6 loops on your hook (2 loops on hook)
yo pull through last 2 loops on your hook.
USA INSTRUCTIONS:
Made in any even number + 1.
Using a main colour I have ch31 for the sample, (RS) work 1sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1sc in each ch to end. Turn (30sc)
2nd Row – ch1, 1sc in the stitch at the base of the ch1, 1sc in each stitch to end. Turn.
# # Join in contrast colour.
3rd Row – ch1, 1sc in the stitch at the base of the ch1, * skip 1sc, 1sc in next sc, working across last sc in the skipped sc, work 1ps, (see abbrev) * rpt from * to * to last sc, 1sc in sc. Turn. (14ps)
Pick up main colour.
4th to 6th Rows – Rpt 2nd Row. Turn. # #
Rpt from # # to # # until required length.