Crochet Textured Square
If you're looking to add some cozy charm to your next project, the crochet textured square is a fantastic option! This fun and versatile square design features a delightful mix of stitches that create an eye-catching texture perfect for blankets, pillows, or even coasters. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, this pattern is sure to bring a touch of warmth and creativity to your handmade creations. So grab your yarn and hook, and let's crochet a textured square that will surely impress!
Materials and Preparation
Materials:
Yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream (Color: Sonoma Print), 100% cotton, medium-weight (4).
Crochet Hook: Size H/5mm.
Additional Tools: Scissors, yarn needle for weaving in ends, and pins for blocking.
Yarn Weight Requirement:
Use medium-weight (4) yarn for optimal texture and structure. Substitute equivalent yarn if needed, ensuring it matches the weight.
Abbreviations and Notes
Abbreviations:
MR – Magic Ring
CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
DC – Double Crochet
SL ST – Slip Stitch
BPDC – Back Post Double Crochet
Popcorn – 3 or 4 double crochets formed into a single cluster stitch
YO – Yarn Over
Notes:
This is an advanced beginner/intermediate project. Beginners might want to practice the popcorn stitch before starting the pattern.
Each popcorn stitch is formed by working a set of double crochets, inserting the hook into the first stitch in the set, and pulling the yarn through to create the cluster.
Always block the finished square to refine its shape and edges.
Gauge, Approximate Size, and Pattern Notes
Gauge:
The gauge is not essential for this textured square, as the project is relatively small and dimensional.
Approximate Size:
Finished square measures approximately 6 x 6 inches after blocking.
Special Techniques:
Magic Ring: Used to start the square.
Popcorn Stitch: Adds texture and creates corner structures.
Back Post Double Crochet (BPDC): Used for vertical ridges between popcorn corners.
Gauge Swatch:
Not necessary for this project.
Step-by-Step Pattern
Round 1:
Start with a Magic Ring.
CH 1, work 1 SC into the ring.
CH 4, 2 SC into the ring. Repeat CH 4 and 2 SC three more times (you should have four CH-4 loops).
End with a SL ST into the first SC. Tighten the magic ring and weave in the tail if desired.