The front side of this pattern is made up of little pockets but the back side is smooth. It is a very unique look that would be cute if used for a hat or a dolls skirt. So many possibilities!

Any weight yarn with the appropriate size crochet hook. Our sample was made using worsted weight yarn and a size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook.

Abbreviations:
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
rep = repeat
sc = single crochet
sk = skip
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch (es)

Multiple of 3 sts + 1 (add 2 for base chain)

Special Abbreviation: PGr (Pocket Group) = work [sc, hdc, 3 dc] around stem of indicated stitch.

Row 1 (wrong side): Dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc into each ch to end, turn
Row 2: 1 PGr around first st, sk 2 sts, sl st into top of next st, *PGr around same st as sl st, sk 2 sts, sl st into top of next st, rep from * to end, turn
Row 3: Ch 2, dc into each st to end, turn

Rep rows 2 & 3

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