Crochet Knotted Pouf
This charming crochet pouf is perfect for adding a stylish touch to your living space while offering extra seating or a footrest. Made with soft, chunky yarn, it’s both functional and cozy, making it a great gift for friends or family who appreciate handmade home decor. Let’s crochet your very own pouf to elevate your home!
Crochet Knotted Pouf
Materials:
- Chunky cotton yarn (approximately 500 yards); color: light beige
- 6.5 mm (K) crochet hook
- Polyester stuffing or a foam pouf insert
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for weaving ends
Gauge: 8 stitches and 7 rows = 4 inches in double crochet (dc). To check gauge, crochet a swatch of 20 dc and measure the width and length. Adjust your hook size as needed to match the gauge.
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- st = stitch
Instructions:
- Base: Start with a magic ring.
Round 1: 12 sc in the ring. Pull the ring tight. (12 stitches)
Round 2: 2 sc in each st around. (24 stitches)
Round 3: *1 sc in the next st, 2 sc in the next st; repeat from * around. (36 stitches)
Round 4: *1 sc in the next 2 sts, 2 sc in the next st; repeat from * around. (48 stitches)
Round 5: *1 sc in the next 3 sts, 2 sc in the next st; repeat from * around. (60 stitches)
Continue increasing in this way until perfect circle diameter is about 16 inches. - Body: Switch to double crochet
Round 1: dc in each st around. (60 stitches)
Repeat this round until the piece measures about 12 inches in height, changing to the textured stitch in the last 4 rounds for a nice finish (alternatively, you can skip rounds if you prefer a shorter pouf). - Finishing:
To finish, stuff your pouf gently with polyester filling or insert a foam pouf. Make sure it's firm but not overly stuffed. Once filled, fold the top edge over and use slip stitches to close the gap. Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.
Blocking: Lightly block your pouf if necessary to shape it; use steam if needed, but be cautious with cotton yarn. This helps firm up your stitches and prevents curling.
Optional Variations: Experiment with different colors or yarn textures for a personalized look. You can also make a larger or smaller pouf by adjusting the base rounds.