Crochet Bump Stitch: A Texture-Enhancing Technique

Crochet Bump Stitch Overview

Crochet bump stitch is a fun and versatile technique that adds texture and dimension to your crochet projects. To create this stitch, you simply work around the posts of the previous row instead of in the loops. This results in raised bumps that give your work a unique look and feel. The bump stitch is perfect for adding interest to blankets, scarves, and even amigurumi. It's a great way to add a pop of texture without too much complexity. So grab your hook and yarn, and give the bump stitch a try – you'll be amazed at the creative possibilities it offers!

Supplies Used

• Acrylic DK Yarn
• 5mm Crochet Hook
• Multiple Color Use: When using 2 or more colors, you will need to change colors every 2 rows

Abbreviations

Pattern written in US terms using Craft Yarn Council abbreviations.

• st(s) – stitch(es)
• ch(s) – chain(s)
• sc – single crochet
• sc blo – sc in back loop only
• tr – treble stitch
• tr blo – treble in the back loop only

Special Stitches

First treble in the row – This is a simple way to start the row with a treble (be it in the back loop only or through the entire stitch). Sc in the first stitch, ch3 (or, sc blo, ch3).

Pattern Instructions

Note: The ch1 at the end of each row does not count as a stitch. Stitches contained within ** are the repeat section for that row.

Starting Chain: This pattern requires you to chain multiples of 12chs + 7chs. My starting chain is 43chs.

Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 5chs, *tr in next 6chs, sc in next 6chs*, repeat from * until the end of the row, ch1, turn.

Row 2: sc in next 6sts, *tr in next 6sts, sc in next 6sts*, repeat from * until the end of the row, turn.

Row 3: (sc blo, ch3) (counts as a tr), tr blo in next 5sts, *sc blo in next 6sts, tr blo in next 6sts*, repeat from * until the end of the row, turn.

Row 4: (sc, ch3) (counts as a tr), tr in next 5sts *sc in next 6sts, tr in next 6sts*, repeat from * until the end of the row, ch1, turn.

Row 5: sc blo in next 6sts, *tr blo in next 6sts, sc blo in next 6sts*, repeat from * until the end of the row, ch1, turn.

Row 6: sc in next 6sts, *tr in next 6sts, sc in next 6sts*, repeat from * until the end of the row, turn.

Repeat Rows 3-6 until you have the required height for your work.