Crochet Creeping Trebles Square
Create a beautiful square using the crochet technique known as "Creeping Trebles." This intricate stitch pattern involves working treble crochets in a way that creates a unique and eye-catching design. By following the instructions carefully, you can achieve a stunning square that can be used for various projects such as blankets, pillows, or even garments. The repetitive nature of the stitch allows you to easily memorize the pattern, making it a relaxing and enjoyable project to work on. he texture created by the treble crochet stitches adds depth and dimension to the square, making it visually appealing and interesting to touch. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this pattern is sure to provide a satisfying and rewarding crochet experience.
Materials:
Worsted Weight yarn (like Red Heart Supersaver yarn) in 3 colors if doing 8 inch square or in 4 colors if doing 12 inch square.
(Color A, B, C, D)
Size H hook (5.00mm)
Yarn needle (to weave in ends)
Note: Beginning ch3 counts as dc throughout pattern.
Finish Size: 8”h x 8”w inches or 12”h x 12”w inches
Note: If doing 8” x 8” square, follow directions for Rnds 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, then do Alt Rnd 6 directions.
Different Stitches:
Surface Double Treble Crochet (SDTC)- Yarn over 3 times, bring yarn in front of your work, insert hook in free front loop below next st, yarn over, pull up a loop, [yarn over, draw thru 2 loops] Do this 4 times.
Note: When working SDTC you’re leaving the st above free front loop unworked. Leave this st unworked.
Directions:
Rnd 1: With Color A ch5, join with sl st to first chain to form ring, ch3, 2 dc in ring, [ch3, 3 dc in ring] Do this 3 times, ch3, join with sl st to top of ch3.
(12dc, 4-ch3 spaces)
Rnd 2: Ch3, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in next st, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space, [1 dc in next st, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in next st, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space] Do this 3 times, join with sl st to top of ch3.
(28dc, 4-ch3 spaces)
Finish off.
Rnd 3: Join Color B with a sl st to any ch3 space, ch3, (1 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in same ch3 space, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, 1 SDTC in free front loop of st below next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, [(2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, 1 SDTC in free front loop of st below next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts] Do this 3 times, join with sl st to top of ch3.
(40dc, 4 SDTC, 4-ch3 spaces)
Rnd 4: Ch3, 1 dc in next st, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space, [1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space] Do this 3 times, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, join with sl st to top of ch3.
(60dc, 4-ch3 spaces)
Finish off.
Rnd 5: Join Color C with a sl st to any ch3 space, ch3, (1 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in same ch3 space, [*1 dc in each of the next 4 sts, 1 SDTC in free front loop of st below next st, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 SDTC in free front loop of st below next st, 1 dc in each of the next 4 sts*, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space] Do this 3 times, repeat from * to * once, join with sl st to top of ch3.
(68dc, 8 SDTC, 4- ch3 spaces)
If you’re doing 8” inch square follow the Alt Rnd 6 directions below if not skip to Rnd 6 directions.
Alt Rnd 6: Ch3, 1 dc in next st, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space, [1 dc in each of the next 19 sts, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space] Do this 3 times, 1 dc in each of the next 17 sts, join with sl st to top of ch3.
(92dc, 4-ch3 spaces)
Finish off.
Rnd 6: Ch3, 1 dc in next st, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space, [1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space] Do this 3 times, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in next st, join with sl st to top of ch3.
(92dc, 4-ch3 spaces)
Finish off.
Rnd 7: Join Color D with a sl st to any ch3 space, ch3, (1 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in same ch3 space, {[*1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 SDTC in free front loop of st below next st] Do this 3 times, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts*, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space} Do this 3 times, repeat from * to * once, join with sl st to top of ch3.
(96dc, 12 SDTC, 4-ch3 spaces)
Rnd 8: Ch3, 1 dc in next st, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space, [*1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in each of the next 6 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st, 1 dc in each of the next 6sts, 1 dc in back loop of next st*, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space] Do this 3 times, repeat from * to * once, 1 dc in next st, join with sl st to top of ch3.
(124dc, 4-ch3 spaces)
Finish off.
Rnd 9: Join Color A with sl st to any ch3 space, ch3, (1 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in same ch3 space, [*1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 SDTC in free front loop of st below next st, 1 dc in each of the next 6 sts, 1 SDTC in free front loop of st below next st, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 SDTC in free front loop of st below next st, 1 dc in each of the next 6 sts, 1 SDTC in free front loop of st below next st, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts*, (2 dc, ch3, 2 dc) all in next ch3 space] Do this 3 times, repeat from * to * once, join with sl st to top of ch3.
(124dc, 16 SDTC, 4-ch3 spaces)
Optional:
Rnd 10: Ch1, 1 sc in same st as joining, 1 sc in next st, (2 sc, ch2, 2 sc) all in next ch3 space, [1 sc in each of the next 35 sts, (2sc, ch2, 2 sc) all in next ch3 space] Do this 3 times, 1 sc in each of the next 33 sts, join with to first sc.
(156sc, 4-ch2 spaces)
Finish off and weave in ends.