Unique Crochet Corkscrew Square Design

Create a Unique Crochet Corkscrew Square

Create a unique square design using the art of crocheting with a twist - the corkscrew technique. By incorporating the corkscrew method into your crochet project, you can add a fun and whimsical touch to your square. This technique involves twisting the yarn as you crochet, resulting in a spiral effect that adds dimension and visual interest to your square.

Experiment with different yarn colors and textures to create a one-of-a-kind corkscrew square that will stand out in any crochet project. The crochet corkscrew square is a versatile design that can be used in various projects such as blankets, pillows, or even as standalone decorative pieces.

The corkscrew technique adds a dynamic element to the traditional square shape, making it a great option for those looking to add a modern twist to their crochet creations. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, the corkscrew square is a fun and engaging pattern to try out. Let your creativity run wild as you explore different color combinations and sizes to create a crochet corkscrew square that is uniquely yours.

Size

6 or 7 inch square

Materials

• Worsted weight yarn
• G Hook

Instructions

Chain 4, join with slipstitch to form ring.

Round 1:

Ch 1, 16 sc in ring. (16 sc)

Round 2:

Ch 12, 3 sc in 2nd stitch from hook, 3 sc in each chain (33 sc), Sc in next 2 stitches of round 1. Repeat around there should be 8 spirals.

Round 3:

Ch 6, slipstitch in first sc at tip (spiral should be twisted clockwise) of spiral, ch 6 slipstitch in 2 sc of round 2, repeat around, 16 chain 6 loops.

Round 4:

Slipstitch in chains of ch 6 loop to point of spiral, slipstitch in slipstitch, chain 6 slipstitch in slipstitch in point of spiral, repeat around (8 chain 6 loops)

Round 5:

Sc into first chain 6 loop, [chain 8, sc in same loop, ch 4, sc in next loop, ch 4 sc, in next loop]. Repeat [ ] around. (12 loops)

Round 6:

Slipstitch in first ch 8 loop, 9 sc in loop, 4 sc in each ch 4 loop, 9 sc in each ch 8 loop, join with slipstitch in bl of 1st sc. (68 sc)

Round 7:

Ch 3 (counts as first dc) dc in bl of each sc around, working 2 dc, ch 2, 2dc in center stitch of 9 sc for corner. Slipstitch in top of ch 3. (80 dc)

This should be a 6 inch square; for a 7 inch square work another round of dc with 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in corners slipstitch in top of ch 3 (96 dc) and fasten off.

Abbreviations

• Ch = chain
• Sc = Single crochet
• Dc = Double crochet
• Ss = Slip stitch
• Bl = Back loop