Crochet Tutorial: 3D Marshmallow Stitch

The 3D Marshmallow Stitch is a unique and fun crochet stitch that can add texture and dimension to any project. This stitch is great for creating blankets, scarves, hats, and more. The technique involves working multiple stitches into the same stitch, creating a raised and bumpy texture that resembles a marshmallow. With a little practice, anyone can master the 3D Marshmallow Stitch and use it to create eye-catching and unique crochet projects. In this article, we will explore the steps and techniques involved in crocheting the 3D Marshmallow Stitch.

Special Stitches

Front Post Double Crochet 5 Together (fpdc5tog) – *yo, insert hook, from front to back and around the dc post below, yo, pull up a loop, yo and pull through only the first 2 loops on the hook* x 5, yo and pull through all 6 loops on the hook, ch1

Front Post Double Crochet 10 Together (fpdc10tog) – *yo, insert your hook, from front to back and around the dc post below, yo, pull up a loop, yo and pull through only the first 2 loops on the hook* x 10, yo and pull through all 11 loops on the hook, ch1

Pattern Instructions

ch1 at the end of each row does not count as a stitch

stitches contained within ** are the repeat section for that row

the section between ( ) is crocheted in the same stitch or chain space

Starting Chain: This pattern requires you to chain multiples of 8 + 2. My starting chain is 42chs.

Row 1: sc in 2nd chain from the hook, *ch3, sk3, sc in next*, repeat from * until the end of the row, turn.

Row 2: ch3 (counts as a dc), *(5dc) in next ch3 space*, repeat from * until you crocheted in last ch3 space, dc in last stitch, ch1, turn.

Row 3: sc in first stitch, *ch3, fpdc10tog, ch3, sc in the space between the groups of 5dc below*, repeat from * until the end of the row (at the end, you sc in the space between the 5dc and the ch3 made on Row 2), turn.

Row 4: ch3 (counts as a dc), *(5dc) in next ch3 space*, repeat from * until you crocheted in last ch3 space, dc in last stitch, ch1, turn.

Row 5: sc in the first stitch, fpdc5tog, ch3, sc in the space between the groups of 5dc below, *ch3, fpdc10tog, ch3, sc in the space between the groups of 5dc below*, repeat from * until you have 1 group of 5dc left, ch3, fpdc5tog, sc in the space between the group of 5dc and the ch3 you made on Row 4

Repeat Rows 2-4 until you have the desired length