Row 3: Work 1 HDC into the back loop of each stitch across the row. Chain 2 and turn, (this chain 2 never counts as a stitch either.) Row 2: Work 1 HDSS in the back loop of each stitch across. Row 1: Starting in the 3rd chain from the hook, work 1 HDC into each chain across. Also, work into the back bumps on the chain. PatternĬhain 122, (or if you prefer, chain any number to reach 60 inches, or any length you choose.) Keep this chain fairly snug, or use a hook one size smaller. Half Double Crochet (HDC): YO, insert your hook, YO and pull up a loop, YO and pull through three loops on hook. Half Double Slip Stitch (HDSS): Yarn over (YO), insert your hook, YO, pull up a loop and pull directly through loops on hook. Blanket yarn is fluffy and you need some strong thread to really cinch down the middles) Size Size M/9.00mm hook, scissors, tapestry needleĬrochet thread (this is to help you tie the pom poms super tight. Here is how it’s made: say you made a chain, you will yarn over once, just like you are doing a half double crochet, insert your hook into the back loop, yarn over one more time and pull through all the loops on your hook, just like a slip stitch. I like that name too! Much easier to say, but again, I’m not sure it’s official. Although, I had a follower on Instagram suggest that she has seen it called double slip stitch. I can’t find an official name for it so I call it by the actions I am taking: Back Loop Only Half Double Slip Stitch (HDSS). It’s only two stitches and leaves you with a nice braid look across the blanket.Īren’t those braids, or V’s so pretty? Would you believe it’s a simple change to a slip stitch? It’s a great stitch to know. I do love a nice chenille blanket throw and this crochet pom pom blanket was fast and really easy.

Crochet pom pom blanket