Crochet Boucan Stitch Afghan Square

Create a beautiful Afghan square using the intricate Boucan stitch in crochet. This unique stitch adds texture and visual interest to your project, making it stand out from traditional crochet patterns. The Boucan stitch is perfect for those looking to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to their crochet work. By following a simple pattern, you can easily create a stunning Afghan square that will impress all who see it. Whether you're a beginner looking to expand your crochet repertoire or an experienced crafter wanting to try something new, the Boucan stitch Afghan square is the perfect project to showcase your skills and creativity. 

Measures

approximately 7"x7"

NOTE: This square has many loose yarn tails that need to be weaved in. If you aren't fond of weaving in yarn tails you might not enjoy this pattern.

MATERIALS:

Caron Simply Soft
CA = Embroidery Print

Red Heart Super Saver - 4ply Worsted Weight CB = White
CC = Burgundy

Hook Size G

Stitches: ch, hdc, dc, ldc, sc, sl st.

Difficulty: MEDIUM

R1: With CA, ch25. DC in the 4th ch from the hook.
Dc in next 2 chs. Ch3. Sk 3chs.
(Dc in next 3 chs, ch3. Sk next 3chs) twice.
Dc in last 4chs.

Fasten Off (Right Side)

R2: With Right Side facing, join CB with a sl st in top of the first st. Ch6. Sk 3dc.
* Ldc in next 3 foundation chs on R1.
Ch3. Sk next 3dc.
Rep from * twice more.
Dc in last dc.

Fasten off.

R3: With Right Side facing, join CC with a sl st in the 3rd ch of the beg ch6 of R2. Ch3.
* Ldc in next 3dc on R1. Ch3, Sk next 3dc.
Rep from * twice more.
Ldc in next 3dc on R1. Dc in last dc.

Fasten off.

R4: With Right Side facing, join CA with a sl st in the top of the beg ch3. Ch6. Sk next 3dcs.
*Ldc in next 3dcs on row before last. Ch3, sk next 3dcs.
Rep from * across to last dc. Dc in last dc.

Fasten off.

R5: With Right Side facing, join CB with a sl st in the 3rd ch of the beg ch6. Ch3.
* Ldc in the next 3dcs on row before last. Ch3. Sk next 3dcs.
Rep from * across to last ch-sp. Ldc in next 3dcs on row before last.
Dc in last dc.

Fasten off.

R6: Rep R4 using CC.

R7: Rep R5 using CA.

R8: Rep R4 using CB.

R9: Rep R5 using CC.

R10: Rep R4 using CA.

R11: Rep R5 using CB.

R12: Rep R4 using CC.

R13: Rep R5 using CA.

LAST ROW:
With Right Side facing, join CB with a sl st in the top of the beg ch3.
Ch2, hdc in next 3dc.
* Ldc in the next 3dc on row before last.
Hdc in next 3dcs.
Rep from * across to the last dc.
Hdc in the last dc.

Fasten off.

EDGING:
With right side facing, join CC in the top of the beg ch2.
Sc in ea st across to corner. Work 3sc in the corner stitch.
Working in row ends: Sc around the hdc. 2sc around the next dc.
*Sc around the next dc. 2sc around the next dc.
Rep from * to the corner. Work 3sc in the corner.
Sc in the unworked loop of ea foundation ch.
Working in row ends: 2sc around the next dc.
*Sc around the next dc. 2sc around the next dc.
Rep from * across to last row. Sc around the hdc on the last row.
Place 2 more sc in the same corner as joining.
Join with a sl st in the first sc made.

Fasten off.