PERFECT VERY EASY CROCHET SQUARE

Let’s create a detailed pattern for a perfect, very easy crochet square, perfect for beginners.

Materials:

• Yarn: Choose a medium (worsted weight) yarn in your favorite color. This is a good weight for practicing.
• Crochet Hook: Use a hook size that corresponds to your yarn weight (usually an H-8 or 5.0mm hook for worsted weight).
• Scissors: For cutting yarn.
• Yarn Needle (Tapestry Needle): For weaving in ends.

Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)

Pattern (Using Double Crochet for a Classic Square):

Foundation Row:

1. Ch 4.
2. Sl st into the first ch to form a ring.

Round 1:

1. Ch 3 (counts as first dc).
2. Dc 2 into the ring.
3. Ch 2 (corner).
4. Dc 3 into the ring.
5. Ch 2 (corner).
6. Dc 3 into the ring.
7. Ch 2 (corner).
8. Dc 3 into the ring.
9. Ch 2 (corner).
10. Sl st into the top of the beginning ch 3.

Round 2 and Beyond:

1. Ch 3 (counts as first dc).
2. Dc 2 into the ch-2 corner space.
3. Ch 2.
4. Dc 3 into the same ch-2 corner space.
5. Dc 3 into the next 3 dc sts from the previous round.
6. Dc 3 into the next ch-2 corner space.
7. Ch 2.
8. Dc 3 into the same ch-2 corner space.
9. Repeat steps 5-8 around the square.
10. Sl st into the top of the beginning ch 3.

Repeat Round 2 until your square reaches the desired size.

Finishing:

1. Cut the yarn, leaving a tail of about 6 inches.
2. Pull the tail through the last loop on your hook and tighten to secure.
3. Use a yarn needle to weave in the ends on the back of your work.

Video tutorial

Tips for a Perfect Square:

• Consistent Tension: Maintain even tension throughout your work. Tight tension will make a smaller, denser square, while loose tension will create a larger, looser square.
• Count Your Stitches: Especially in the beginning, counting your stitches in each round will help prevent mistakes.
• Corner Spaces: Ensure you work the (dc 3, ch 2, dc 3) sequence into each corner space. This is what creates the square shape.
• Blocking: Blocking is a process of wetting and shaping your finished square. It helps even out the stitches and gives the square a professional finish.
  • To block, wet your square, gently squeeze out excess water, lay it flat on a blocking mat or towel, and pin the corners to the desired shape. Let it dry completely.
• Practice: Like any skill, crochet takes practice. Don’t be discouraged if your first few squares aren’t perfect. Keep practicing, and you’ll see improvement.
• Other Stitch options: You can replace the double crochet (dc) stitch with single crochet (sc) or half double crochet (hdc) to create different textures. Just be sure to adjust your starting chain count in round one to match the height of your chosen stitch.
  • For single crochet, chain 1, and make 2 single crochets into the ring for each corner section.
  • For half double crochet, chain 2, and make 2 half double crochets into the ring for each corner section.
• Visual Aids: Look up videos of how to crochet a granny square on youtube. Seeing someone work the pattern can really help.

Enjoy your crochet journey!