Fleece Crochet Stitch

Fleece Crochet Stitch

Fleece Crochet Stitch

This stitch stands out for its very special texture: on one side it creates a smooth and even surface, while on the other it has a fluffy, highly textured effect.

Its main characteristic is achieved by working chains that are integrated into the fabric in a specific way, resulting in a very striking texture that is different from typical stitches.

You can use it in projects such as cotton bath mats, dishcloths, or sponges, as it is not only decorative but also durable and functional.

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PATTERN INFORMATION



Stitches & Techniques Used

CHAIN
Yarn over and pull through the loop on hook.

SINGLE CROCHET
Insert hook in stitch, yarn over and pull up loop (2 loops on your hook), yarn over again and pull through both loops on hook.

EXTENDED SINGLE CROCHET
Insert hook in stitch, yarn over and pull loop through the stitch (2 loops on hook) yarn over and pull through first loop only, forming a chain stitch (2 loops on hook), yarn over and pull through both loops on hook.

CROCHETING INTO THE BACK BUMP OF A CHAIN
When you turn your chain, you’ll see a small ‘bump’ on the wrong side of each stitch.

THROUGH FRONT LOOP
The front loop is the loop closest to you.



Abbreviations

ch = chain

esc = extended single crochet

R (s) — row (s)

sc-tfl = single crochet through front loop

[…]  x … = When part of the instructions are repeated, they will be enclosed in brackets.



STEP BY STEP PATTERN

Notes

  • Turning chain at the beginning of row does not count as a stitch.
  • Number of rows in pattern repeat : 2



Start crocheting

TO BEGIN | chain any number of chains + 1 turning chain.

R1 | Starting in 2nd ch through back bumps, 1 esc to end.

R2 | 1 ch, turn, 1 sc-tfl, [6 ch, 1 sc-tfl in next st] to end.

R3 | 1 ch, turn, 1 esc through the unworked loop of the extended single crochet 2 rows below repeat to last stitch.

Repeat R2 & R3 until you reach desired size.

  You can get shorter or longer loops by varying the number of air chains in row 2.



Chart

Fleece Punto de Ganchillo

You can check the symbols used in the chart in the post “Crochet Symbols”.



YouTube Channel

Videotutorial



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