Lacy Bobble Stitch Pattern Free Knitting Stitch. Lacy Bobble is a statement stitch. It combines open lace, sculpted decreases, and softly raised bobbles into a fabric that feels intricate but intentional. The lace creates lightness, the bobbles add dimension, and the structured repeats keep everything balanced. The surface catches shadows, highlights movement, and rewards closer inspection.

This is not a background stitch. It’s meant to be seen.

Lacy Bobble Stitch Pattern

Stitch Multiple
Worked over a multiple of 10 stitches + 1 extra.

1st row (RS) P1, *yo, sl 1, K1, psso, P5, K2 tog, yo, P1; rep from * to end.
2nd row K1, *K1, P1, K5, P1, K2; rep from * to end.
3rd row P1, *P1, yo, sl 1, K1, psso, P3, K2 tog, yo, P2; rep from * to end.
4th row K1, *K2, P1, K3, P1, K3; rep from * to end.
5th row P1, *P2, yo, sl 1, K1, psso, P1, K2 tog, yo, P3; rep from * to end.
6th row K1, *K3, P1, K1, P1, K4; rep from * to end.
7th row P1, *P3, yo, sl 2 K-wise, K1, p2sso, yo, P3, make bobble; rep from * ending last rep P4.
8th row K1, *K3, P3, K3, P1 tbl; rep from * ending last rep K4.
9th row P1, *P2, K2 tog, yo, P1, yo, sl 1, K1, psso, P3; rep from * to end.
10th row K1, *K2, (P1, K3) twice; rep from * to end.
11th row P1, *P1, K2 tog, yo, P3, yo, sl 1, K1, psso, P2; rep from * to end.
12th row K1, *K1, P1, K5, P1, K2; rep from * to end.
13th row P1, *K2 tog, yo, P5, yo, sl 1, K1, psso, P1; rep from * to end.
14th row K1, *P1, K7, P1, K1; rep from * to end.
15th row K2 tog, *yo, P3, make bobble, P3, yo, sl 2 K-wise, K1, p2sso; rep from * to last 9 sts, yo, P3, make bobble, P3, yo, sl 1, K1, psso.
16th row P1, *P1, K3, P1 tbl, K3, P2; rep from * to end.

Rep first–16th rows.

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Where to Use the Lacy Bobble Stitch

Lacy Bobble works best where it has room to breathe. It’s ideal for shawls, wraps, statement scarves, and decorative panels. It also shines as a feature section on cardigans, yokes, or the lower edge of a garment. In home décor, it makes striking cushion covers or throws, especially in solid or lightly tonal yarns that show off the texture.

Simple shapes let the stitch do the talking.

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Lacy Bobble vs Standard Texture Stitches

Compared to basic lace, Lacy Bobble feels more sculptural. The bobbles add depth and weight, preventing the fabric from feeling too delicate.

Against plain bobble stitches, this version is lighter and more refined. Lace openings balance the density, creating contrast instead of bulk.

In short:
Lace is airy and flat.
Bobbles are bold and raised.
Lacy Bobble brings lightness and dimension together—confident, detailed, and unmistakable.