Puff Stitch Granny Square

This is a simple twist on the classic granny square, yet it makes a huge difference to the finished crochet project. Throwing in a few puff stitches to each round creates a density that gives you a much thicker and warmed blanket, if that’s what you fancy making!

The puff stitches also give a texture that is very pleasing to create, and hug once you’re done!

The Stitches

You will need to be familiar with the following stitches, and I’ve linked the guides for you if you need a quick refresher.

PS – puff stitch

ch – chain

dc – double crochet

slst – slip stitch

Puff Stitch Granny Square Pattern

Round 1

Chain 4, then slst to join in a loop

Ch3, PS, 1dc, ch2,

*1dc, PS, 1dc, ch2

Repeat two more times from * then slst into the top of ch3

Tie and cut off and change color if you wish

Round 2

Start in a corner space:

Ch3, PS, 1dc, ch2, 1dc, PS, 1dc, ch1

*1dc, PS, 1dc, ch2, 1dc, PS, 1dc, ch1

Repeat two more times from * then slst into the top of ch3

Tie and cut off and change color if you wish

Round 3

Start in a corner space:

Ch3, PS, 1dc, ch2, 1dc, PS, 1dc, ch1, 1dc, PS, 1dc, ch1

*1dc, PS, 1dc, ch2, 1dc, PS, 1dc, ch1, 1dc, PS, 1dc, ch1

Repeat from * two more times, then slst into the top of ch3

Tie and cut off and change color if you wish

Round 4 onwards

You can now proceed infinitely in the exact same pattern.

Corners will contain puff stitches sandwiched between double crochets, as will the edges.

I think this stitch looks the absolute best in a huge squishy blanket, but i’d love to hear your thoughts!