Crochet Hint of Spring Square
The "Crochet Hint of Spring Square" is a delightful pattern that captures the essence of the blooming season with its intricate design and vibrant colors. This cheerful square is perfect for adding a pop of freshness to any handmade project, from blankets to pillows. The combination of pastel shades and floral motifs brings a sense of joy and warmth, making it a lovely choice for those looking to infuse their creations with a touch of springtime charm. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is sure to spark your creativity and brighten up your crochet repertoire. So grab your hooks and yarn, and let this cheerful square blossom into a beautiful piece of art in your hands!
12" Square
Materials:
Worsted weight yarn in choice of colours
crochet hook size G (4.5mm)
Notes: Rounds are joined with a sl st in top of first st.
Begin rounds of dc with ch3, counts as first st.
Begin round of tr with ch4, counts as first st.
Begin rounds of sc with ch1, does not count as first st, sc in same st to begin.
Feel free to change colours as desired, simply join new colour in joining st and continue with directions. I’ve done two squares, each showing different colour changes.
With A, ch4. Join with a sl st in first ch to form ring.
Rnd 1: 12 dc in ring. (12)
Rnd 2: (Sc, ch2) in each dc around.
Rnd 3: *(dc, ch1, dc) in sc. Sc in ch2 sp. Repeat from * around.
Rnd 4: Sl st into ch1 sp. *(sc, ch1, sc) in ch1 sp. Ch3. Repeat from * around. FO.
Rnd 5: Join B in any ch1 sp. *5dc in ch1 sp. (Working in front of ch3, 3dc in skipped sc of rnd 3. Sc in ch1 sp) twice. Working in front of ch3, 3dc in skipped sc of rnd 3. Repeat from * around.
Rnd 6: *sc in 1st dc of corner. Hdc in next, 5dc in centre dc of corner, hdc in next dc, sc in next. Sc in centre dc of 3dc. In next set of 3dc, work 1 hdc in 1st st, 5dc in centre, hdc in last dc. Sc in centre st of next 3dc set. Repeat from * around. FO. (72)
Rnd 7: Join A in centre dc of any 5dc corner. *3sc in centre corner dc. Sc in next 2 sts. Sk next 2 sts, 7dc in next, sk 3 sts, sc in centre st of 5dc set. Sk 3 sts, 7dc in next, sk 2 sts, sc in next 2. Repeat from * around.
Rnd 8: Dc in 1 st. *(2tr, ch2, 2tr) in centre st of corner. Dc in 3 sts, hdc in 2, sc in 3, hdc in 2, dc in 1, hdc in 2, sc in 3, hdc in 2, dc in 3. Repeat from * ending with dc in last 2 sts.
Rnd 9: Dc around, working 5dc in each corner ch2 sp. FO.
Rnd 10: Join C (green) in centre dc of any corner 5dc. *5dc in corner st. [sk 2 sts, (sc, ch2, dc) in next st] 9 times, sk 2 sts. Repeat from * around. FO.
Rnd 11: Join A in centre dc of any 5dc corner. *5dc in corner st, dc in next 2 sts, 3dc in each ch 2 sp across side. Dc in 1st 2dc of 5dc corner. Repeat from * around.
Rnd 12: Dc in each st around, working 5dc in each centre st of corner 5dc set. FO.