Crochet Hope Square

The Crochet Hope Square is a heartwarming pattern that radiates positivity and joy in the world of crochet. It's like a warm hug in yarn form, with its intricate design and vibrant colors that symbolize hope and resilience. Crafting this square brings a sense of comfort and accomplishment, making it a favorite project for many crochet enthusiasts. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, creating the Crochet Hope Square is a delightful way to spread happiness and creativity. So grab your crochet hook and yarn, and let's crochet some hope together!

Yarn: Red Heart- White, Black and Navy

Hook: size J (I'm a tight crocheter...you may wish to use a smaller size)
Measurement: 7" x 7"

Blue Circle:
Ch 12. Slst to first ch to form loop. Ch3. Dc in same stitch. 2dc in each ch around. Slst to 3rd ch of ch3. Finish off.

White Circle:
Ch 12. Put beginning of white ch12 thru center of blue circle, then slst to first ch. forming intertwining rings. Ch3. Dc in same st. 2dc around. Slst to 3rd ch of ch3.
DO NOT FINISH OFF!

Round 1:
Ch1. Sc in next 5 dc. Sc thru both the top blue dc AND thru white dc. Sc next 15 blue dc. Sk 7 WHITE dc, sc thru both white dc AND next blue dc. Sc next 9 dc. Slst to first ch1.

Round 2:
Ch 6. Sk 2 sc. (Sc in next 6 sc. Ch5.) 3 times. Sc in next 6 sc. Slst to firs ch of ch6.

Round 3:
Ch3. Dc in next ch. *(dc, ch3, dc) in next ch. Dc in next 10 stitches. Repeat from * 2 more times. (dc, ch3, dc) in next ch. Dc in next 8 sts. Slst to 3rd ch of ch3.

Round 4: Change to black
Ch3. Dc in next 2 dc. *(3dc, ch3, 3dc) in ch3 sp. Dc in next 12 dc. Repeat from * 2 more times. (3dc, ch3, 3dc) in ch3 sp. Dc in next 9 dc. Slst to 3rd ch of ch3.

Round 5:
Ch3. Dc in next 5 dc. *(3dc, ch3, 3dc) in ch3 sp. Dc in next 18 dc. Repeat from * 2 more times. (3dc, ch3, 3dc) in ch3 sp. Dc in next 12 dc. Slst to 3rd ch of ch3.

Finish off.