This Blanket Square includes the use of very simple stitches along with one round of heavily textured stitches for an interesting new element that you can use for all manner of projects
I’m really excited to introduce you to the Blanket Square pattern! This beautiful technique is essentially another remarkable variation of a Granny Square where it has some of the same stitches, but adding more depth to an even more beautiful design, in my opinion!
If you need a new, but not-too-complicated element for your project, then this versatile square is perfect for creating all kinds of projects, from blankets, bags to scarves!
With its bold pop of texture and rich colors, the Blanket Square is meant to inspire a whole new season of crochet creativeness.
What’s more, the pattern is easy to memorize, so you can make as many squares as you need for your project without constantly referring to the instructions.
So grab your yarn and hooks, and let’s dive into the world of the Blanket Square!
Blanket Square Pattern Information
Materials Needed
For each square, you will need the following:
- 38.5 yards of light worsted yarn (see color breakdown below)
- G/4.0mm hook
- Tapestry needle(optional, for weaving in ends
- Scissors
Gauge
The Gauge for this sweater is 7” across for one finished square.
Yardage Needed
Here is a breakdown of the estimated yardage you will need in each color. The square shown is done in Lion Brand’s Touch of Linen Yarn, and the colors in that line are noted in parentheses:
Color 1 (Indigo)- 6.5 yards needed
Color 2 (Dijon)- 5 yards needed
Color 3 (Terra Cotta)-12 yards needed
Color 4 (Clay)-15 yards needed
Skill Level
The skill level for this project is intermediate.
While most of the square is at the beginner level, round 4 uses a stitch combination called the box bead stitch.
The magic circle is also used to start the square, although you can substitute that with a small loop of chain stitches if desired.
Abbreviations Used
- ch – chain (yarn over, pull loop through)
- esc-extended single crochet (insert hook, yarn over, draw up a loop, yarn over, and draw through the first loop. Yarn over and draw through two loops.)
- SS-slip stitch (insert hook, yarn over, draw up a loop through the work and through the loop on your hook)
- Slcl-slanting cluster stitch(yo, bring hook around and under the dc, working between the dc and the previous stitch, yo again and bring the hook back to the front of the work. Repeat 2x.) yo again and draw that loop through 6 loops on your hook. yo once more and draw the yarn through the last remaining 2 loops to complete the slanting cluster)
- ST/STS – stitch/stitches
Pattern Notes
- This pattern is done in US terms.
- In rounds where stitches are worked at chain spaces, you may work the stitches into the chain spaces or into the appropriate chain itself.
Blanket Square Pattern Directions
In color 1
Start with a magic circle.
Round 1: ch3. Into the magic circle, dc2. *ch3, dc3 into magic circle* Rep 2x. Ch3 and ss into the top of the ch3 from the beginning of the round. Pull the magic circle tightly closed.
Round 2: ch3, then dc into the tops of the next 2 dc from round 1. *(dc3,ch3, dc3) into the corner, then dc3* Repeat 2x. (dc3,ch3, dc3) into the corner, and ss into the top of the ch3 from the beginning of the round. Bind off.
Switch to color 2
Round 3: Add yarn at a corner of the square and ch3. dc2,ch3, dc3) into the corner. *ch3, skip 3sts and dc3. Ch3, skip 3sts and (dc3,ch3, dc3) into the corner.* Repeat 2x. ch3, skip 3sts and dc3. Ch3, skip 3sts and ss into the ch3 at the beginning of the round. Bind off.
Switch to color 3
Round 4: Add yarn at a corner of the square and ch3. dc2,ch3, dc3) into the corner.
*(Start a dc, slcl, skip a st and esc.) Repeat 4x. (dc3,ch3, dc3) into the corner.* Repeat 2x. (Start a dc, slcl, skip a st and esc.) Repeat 4x and ss into the ch3 at the beginning of the round.
Switch to color 4
Round 5: Add yarn at a corner of the square and ch3. dc2,ch3, dc3) into the corner. Working around the square, dc into the top of every dc, dc2 into the top of every slsc, dc into the top of every esc, and (dc3,ch3, dc3) into the corner. Ss into the ch3 at the beginning of the round. Bind off.
Weave in your ends, and block if desired.
How to Crochet a Blanket Square Video Tutorial
Below, you can follow along with me through all 5 rounds to make a Blanket Square together.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, the Blanket Square is a fun and rewarding project that will add a touch of beauty to any creation.
So grab your favorite yarns and get started today! We can’t wait to see what you create. Thank you for spending your creative time with us today.
Keep crochet delightful!
Amelia
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