Crochet Hugs and Kisses Stitch Granny Square

The Crochet Hugs and Kisses Stitch Granny Square is an absolute gem for anyone looking to add a touch of cozy charm to their projects. This delightful stitch pattern creates a beautiful textured design perfect for blankets, pillows, or even cozy sweaters. With its alternating Xs and Os, it's like sending a warm hug and a sweet kiss all in one stitch.
Row 1 Color A (RS): ch 32, sk 5 ch (first 3 ch that you skipped count as 1 dc), 3 dc into next ch, *sk 2 ch, 3 dc into next ch* REP from *TO* until you have 2 ch left, sk next ch, 1 dc into last ch, cut the yarn. Check picture below
Row 2 Color B (WS): Turn, make slip knot and insert hook into the loop, 1 sc into first st, *sk 3 dc and make 1 dc into the between the third dc that you skipped and the next dc, ch 1, 1 dc into the between the first dc that you skipped and the next st* REP from *TO* across, end the row with 1 sc into the last st/the ch st, cut the yarn. Check picture below
Row 3 Color A: Turn, add new yarn into the first sc, ch 3 (count as 1 dc), 3 dc into each ch 1 sp across, end the row with 1 dc into last st, cut the yarn. Check picture below
REP Row 2 and Row 3 for remainder of project