Crochet Waffle Stitch Top Tutorial No Sew

Imagine wrapping yourself in the cozy comfort of a handmade Crochet Waffle Stitch Top, featuring a delightful texture that's as pleasing to the touch as it is to the eye. This pattern is like a warm hug on a cool day, and it's perfect for anyone who enjoys a touch of homemade charm in their wardrobe. Simple to follow, you can make this snuggly piece your next favorite project, watching it come to life row by row, with the satisfying click of your crochet hook.

Crochet Waffle Stitch Top

Materials Needed:

Yarn of your choice
Crochet hook (suggested size: 4.25 mm for demonstration, or 6.5 mm hook with size 5 yarn for a sweater)
Scissors
Darning needle
Stitch markers
Measuring tape

Pattern Steps:

Step 1: Starting Chain

Chain a length that is a multiple of three, to your desired width. Example given was 33 stitches for a chain 10 inches long (front panel of the sweater).

Step 2: First Row

Chain 2, then make a double crochet all the way down the chain.

In Step 3: Waffle Stitch Foundation Row

Chain two and turn your work.
Start with a normal double crochet in the first stitch.
The next stitch will be a front post double crochet.
Follow with two normal double crochets, and then a front post double crochet.
Continue this pattern (two normal double crochets and one front post double crochet) to the end of the row.

Step 4: Second Row and Beyond

At the end of the row, chain 2 and turn your work.
This row will start with two normal double crochets.
Then make two front post double crochets in the next stitches (these should pop forward due to the previous row's work).
Follow this with one normal double crochet, and then two front post double crochets.
Continue this pattern (one normal double crochet and two front post double crochets) to the end of the row.

Repeat Pattern:

Continue repeating these last two rows (the foundation row of Step 3 and the alternate row of Step 4), ensuring that you're working the appropriate stitches into each corresponding previous stitch (normal into normal, front post into front post) to build the waffle stitch effect.

Creating the Neck Hole and Sleeves:

Work until your piece reaches the desired length for the front panel.
For the neck hole, work a partial row to the desired width of the shoulder, chain enough stitches to skip the neck area, and then continue the pattern on the other side.
Match the first side's post to post and stitch count on the second shoulder.
Repeat the waffle stitch rows to build up the back panel to match the front panel's length.
Finish by joining the front and back panels at the sides and sleeves, marking the desired length for the sleeves, and sewing or slip stitching the sides together.