Crochet Thankful Stitches Afghan Square

Create a beautiful afghan square filled with gratitude by crocheting the Thankful Stitches pattern. This design features intricate stitches that come together to form a stunning square that will add a touch of warmth and charm to any project. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is perfect for anyone looking to create something special to cherish. With the Thankful Stitches Afghan Square, you can showcase your crochet skills while also expressing gratitude through your craft. The combination of different stitches and textures in this pattern will keep you engaged and excited as you work on each row. Whether you choose to make a single square as a decorative piece or incorporate multiple squares into a larger project, this pattern is sure to bring joy and satisfaction to your crocheting experience.

SKILL LEVEL:

Beginner

FINISHED SIZE:

12” square

MATERIALS:

Worsted weight yarn

Crochet hook size H / 5.0 mm

Tapestry needle

STITCH GUIDE:

Sc = single crochet

Dc = double crochet

Hdc = half double crochet

SPECIAL STITCHES:

Picot = ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook.

INSTRUCTIONS:

With Color A ch 6, join with sl st to first ch to form a ring.

Rnd. 1: Ch 3 (count as dc), 15 dc in ring, join with sl st to beg dc. (16 dc)

Rnd. 2: Ch 3 (count as dc), 1 dc in same st, 2 dc in each dc around, sl st to beg dc. (32 dc)

Rnd. 3: Ch 1, sc in same st, ch 2, sk 1 dc, sc in next dc, ch 8, sk 5 dc, *sc in next st, ch 2, sk 1 dc, sc in next dc, ch 8, sk 5 dc**, rep * to ** 3 times join with sl st to first sc.

Rnd. 4: Sl st into next ch-2 lp, ch 1, *sc in ch-2 lp, in next ch-8 lp work [(3 dc, picot) 3 times, 3 dc]**, rep from * to ** 4 times, join with sl st to first sc. Finish off Color A, join Color B in last stitch.

Rnd. 5: Ch 5 (count as 1 dc, ch 2), 1 dc in same st, *ch 2, 1 sc in picot, ch 1, in next picot work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc), ch 1, sc in next picot, ch 2,** in next sc work (1 dc, ch 2, 1 dc), rep from * 3 times ending at **, join with sl st to 3rd ch of beg ch-5.

Rnd. 6: Sl st into ch-2 sp, ch 3 (count as dc), 1 dc in same sp, *[ch1, 2 dc] in each sp to corner, ch 1, in corner sp work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc), rep from * around square, join with sl st to beg dc. (16 dc on each side)

Rnd. 7: Sl st into ch-1 sp, ch 3 (count as dc), 1 dc in same sp, *ch 1, 2 dc in next ch-1 sp, rep from * to corner, ch 1, in corner work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc), rep pat around square, join with sl st to beg dc. (18 dc on each side)

Rnd. 8: Sl st into next ch-1 sp, ch 3 (count as dc), 1 dc in same sp, *[ch 1, 2 dc in next ch-1 sp] to corner, ch 1, in corner work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc), rep from * around square, join with sl st to beg dc. Finish off Color B; join Color C in last stitch. (20 dc on each side)

Rnd. 9: Ch 3 (count as dc), 1 dc in each dc and in each ch-1 sp to corner, in corner sp work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc), rep pat around square, join with sl st to beg dc. (34 dc on each side)

Rnd. 10: Ch 3 (count as dc), 1 dc in each dc to corner, in corner sp work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc), rep pat around square, join with sl at to beg dc. (40 dc on each side)

Rnd. 11: Rep Rnd. 10. (46 dc on each side) Finish off, weave in ends, block.