Free Crochet
Pouf Patterns

Sampler Pouf from Make and Do Crew

The Sampler Pouf is a free crochet pattern; made of six crochet squares featuring different crochet stitches. The pouf is crocheted with three strands of yarn held together.

SIZE: approximately 26″ across and 23″ tall; the finished measurements of the pouf will vary depending on your stuffing material. Each square measures 18″ x 18″ ( 46 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Pound of Love from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: five 16 oz (450 g) skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: stitch markers, a tapestry needle, scissors, and something to stuff your pouf. Suggestions for the stuffing include six inexpensive pillows, foam scraps, and fibre-fill stuffing.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Alternate Spikes Stitch, Uneven Berry Stitch, Grit Stitch, Cluster Stitch, Herringbone Half Double Crochet, and Bobble Stitch.

Crochet Pillow Pouf Pattern from Premier Yarns

This free crochet pouf pattern is worked primarily in single crochet. As it uses a #7 weight yarn it should work up quickly.

SIZE: the finished pouf has an approximate height of 14″ (35 cm ) and a diameter of 23″ (58 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #7 Jumbo / Roving weight yarn, e.g., Parfait XL Speckles from Premier Yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: eight 200 g balls.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 9 mm (M/N-13) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a ruler or measuring tape to check your gauge, a tapestry needle, a stitch marker, a sheet or other fabric to line the inside of the pouf, 64 ounces of polyester fiberfill or three pillows for stuffing.

Mosaic Floor Pouf from Yarn and Chai

This free crochet pouf pattern is made with two different yarns – a chunky weight yarn is used for the base and a #3 light worsted weight yarn for the mosaic design. The cover can be removed for washing.

Suggested stuffing materials are sewing an insert and filling it with polyester stuffing, using old pillows or blankets, or making a big roll of foam as the designer did. The designer also suggests purchasing a circle of wood to create a base for the pouf.

SIZE: the finished size of the pouf is 20″ wide and 15″ tall (51 cm x 38 cm)
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Maker Home Dec from Bernat; and #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 930 yards of the #5 weight yarn and 400 yards of the #3 weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle, stitch marker, scissors, and stuffing.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Spike Stitch.

Free Crochet Floor Pouf Tutorial from MJ’s Off The Hook Designs

This crochet pouf uses two pillowcases to make an insert for the stuffing. You can make it with a drawstring closure for easy washing, or you can make it with a permanent closure. There are instructions for both options. There is also a video tutorial available to help guide you through the process.

SIZE: the finished measurements of this crochet pouf are 23″ x 14″ (58.5 cm x 35.5 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn., e.g., Starlet Chunky from Mary Maxim.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: twelve 100g balls.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 9 mm (M/N-13) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a yarn needle, two standard pillowcases, a sewing machine (or needle and thread), and a 64 oz bag of polyester stuffing or bean bag filling.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet.

Crochet Cable Floor Pouf Pattern from Briana K Designs

Follow along with this free crochet floor pouf tutorial to learn how to crochet a gorgeous cable design. The pouf is crocheted in three pieces – top, bottom and the body, and there is an optional zipper closure. A video tutorial accompanies the written pattern.

SIZE: the short pouf is 7″ high (18 cm) and the tall pouf is 12″ (30.5 cm) high; they are both 16″ (40 cm) wide.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight cotton, e.g., Billow from crochet.com.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: to make the tall pouf, you will need 800 yards or seven 100 g hanks; for the short pouf, you need 460 yards or four 100 g hanks.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: stitch markers, a yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, bean bag pellets, a 20″ zipper (optional) with a sewing needle, and thread.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Loop Only Crochet, Front Float Post Double Crochet, Front Float Post Treble Crochet.

Crochet Pouf from Annemarie Benthem

Designed by the talented Annemarie Benthem from Annemarie’s Haakblog, this free crochet pouf pattern is available as a free download on the Love Crafts website.

YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Creative Melange Chunky from Rico Design.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: eight 50 g balls.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 8 mm (L-11) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a stitch marker, an inner cushion approximately 27½” wide and 10″ high (70 cm x 25 cm).
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: uses basic crochet stitches only.

Jumbo Floor Pouf from Crochet with Tiffany Hansen

Crochet a giant floor pouf with jumbo yarn following the free written crochet pattern or video tutorial.

YARN WEIGHT: #7 Jumbo / Roving weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 320 yards (293 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: a 20 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a jumbo yarn needle, and a 32″ round floor cushion,
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: uses basic crochet stitches only.

Candy Pouf from DROPS Design

Make a giant, squishy pouf with this free crochet pattern from DROPS Design.

SIZE: approximately 20″ (50 cm) in diameter, 67″ (170 cm) in circumference, and 8¾” (22 cm) in height.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 1500 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 8 mm (L-11) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: one or two down duvets for filling, it is also suggested to use a jersey sheet in one of the pouf colours to protect the duvet and make sure it is not visible.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: worked primarily in single crochet.

Thea Floor Cushion from Schachenmayr

The Thea floor cushion is a free pattern that makes the most of the beautiful colour gradients in Schachenmayr’s Winterwonder Color yarn.

SIZE: approximate diameter of 23½” (60 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: approximately 400 g or 481 yards (440 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tapestry needle, scissors, stitch marker, and stuffing.

The Mia Ottoman from Counting Crafty Sheep

The Mia Ottoman is a free crochet pouf pattern worked #7 Jumbo weight yarn.

YARN WEIGHT: #7 Jumbo / Roving weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: six 250 g balls.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 15 mm (P/Q) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a large eye needle, and stuffing.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Waistcoat Stitch.

The Marrakesh Pouffe from DROPS Design

Practice your crochet colourwork with this free pattern from DROPS Design.

SIZE: approximately 19″ (48 cm) in diameter, 59″ (150 cm) in circumference, and 8″ (20 cm) in height.
YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: check the pattern for details.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: two or three pillows for stuffing.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: worked primarily in double crochet.

Stash Busting Monster Pouf from KT and the Squid

The Stash Busting Monster Pouf is a free crochet pouf pattern that uses two strands of worsted-weight yarn held together. The bottom of the pouf is left open, so you can take the stuffing out to wash the cover.

SIZE: approximately 12″ tall by 22″ wide (30.5 cm x 56 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Super Saver from Red Heart.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: approximately 1810 yards in total (1655 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle, scissors, and stuffing. Stuffing suggestions are old blankets, towels, bean bag filler, poly-fill, foam, and pillows.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Spike Stitch.