Crochet Puff Center Square

Crochet Puff Center Square is a delightful pattern that adds a touch of charm to any project. The puff stitches create a soft and squishy texture, perfect for cozy blankets or decorative pieces like pillow covers. This square is versatile, allowing you to play with different color combinations and sizes to suit your creative vision. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking to try something new, this pattern offers a fun and rewarding experience. So grab your favorite yarn and hook, and let's start crocheting some Puff Center Squares for a touch of homemade magic in your world!

Materials:

worsted weight yarn in two colors
CA - accent color for center and border
CB - background color
size "H" or "I" hook

notes:

initial cluster - ch 3, * yo, draw up a loop in same st, yo and draw through 2 loops, repeat from * 2x, yo, draw through all loops on hook

cluster - * yo, draw up a loop in indicated st, yo and draw through 2 loops, rep from * 3 times, yo, draw through all loops on hook

corner - (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in next sp

pattern:

w/ CA, ch 4, join w/ sl st to form ring
Rnd 1: ch 1, 2 dc in same st & ea st around, join w/ sl st to 1st beg ch
Rnd 2: work initial cluster, ch 2, (work cluster, ch 2) in ea sc around, join w/ sl st to 1st cluster, finish off

w/ CB,
Rnd 3: join w/ dc in any ch-2 sp, 2 dc in same sp, work corner, (3 dc in next sp, work corner) around, join w/ sl st
Continue same as regular granny square until desired size.

Optional - complete last Rnd of square w/ same color as center
Finish off

Weave in ends.