Crochet Bluefry Afghan Square
If you're looking to add a touch of handmade charm to your home decor or crafting projects, the Crochet Bluefry Afghan Square is a must-try! This delightful square pattern features intricate stitches and a soothing blue color that will brighten up any room. Whether you're a crochet enthusiast or just starting out, this pattern is sure to bring a sense of joy and creativity to your crafting endeavors. Give it a go and watch as your project transforms into a cozy, beautiful masterpiece that you can proudly display or gift to a loved one. Happy crocheting!
Supplies and Materials
Yarn – Vinnis Colours – DK Nikkim 100% cotton (50 grams/119 meters)
Weight – DK (11 wpi) 3: Light.
Hook – 4.00 mm (G) – Clover
Scissors
Yarn needle
Abbreviations (US Terminology)
- CH – chain
- SL ST – slip stitch
- SC – single crochet (UK – DC)
- HDC – half double crochet (UK – HTR)
- DC – double crochet (UK – TR)
- RS – right side
- WS – wrong side
Gauge
Not necessary for this project to be perfect. However, if you use a different yarn and/or hook, sizing will differ. Using the SAME hook and yarn will ensure your squares are consistent in size.
Pattern Notes
Stitch count is important! For completing the blanket, the correct stitch count will ensure a successful joining of squares.
Size
Square – 9 x 9 inches (23 x 23 cm)
Colors
Approx – 104 – 120 yards (95 – 110 m) for complete square
- A – Natural
- B – Cappuccino
- C – Princess Aqua
- D – Princess Lilac
- E – Seychelles
- F – Purple Mix
Instructions
With A – make a magic ring/or CH 4; SL ST into 4th CH from hook to form a ring.
RND 1: CH 2 (this DOES NOT count as a ST); work 12 DC into ring; SL ST into first DC worked. (12 DC) Fasten off and weave in ends.
With B – join into any DC.
RND 2: CH 3 (counts as 1 DC); work 1 DC into SAME DC; work 2 DC into each DC around; SL ST into 3rd of 3 CH. (24 DC) Fasten off and weave in ends.
With C – join into any DC.
RND 3: CH 3 (counts as 1 DC); work [1 DC; CH 2; 2 DC] into SAME DC; CH 3; SKIP next 2 DC; work 1 DC into next DC; CH 3; SKIP next 2 DC.
*Work [2 DC; CH 2; 2 DC] into next DC; CH 3; SKIP next 2 DC; work 1 DC into next DC; CH 3; SKIP next 2 DC. ** Repeat from * to ** 2 more times; SL ST into 3rd of 3 CH.
(5 DC; 2 x 3 CH spaces on each side)
Fasten off and weave in ends.
With A – join into any 2 CH corner space.
RND 4: CH 3 (counts as 1 DC); work [1 DC; CH 2; 2 DC] into corner space; work 1 DC into each of next 2 DC; CH 6; SKIP (3 CH space; DC; 3 CH space); work 1 DC into each of next 2 DC.
*Work [2 DC; CH 2; 2 DC] into next 2 CH corner space; work 1 DC into each of next 2 DC; CH 6; SKIP (3 CH space; DC; 3 CH space); work 1 DC into each of next 2 DC. ** Repeat from * to ** 2 more times; SL ST into 3rd of 3 CH.
(8 DC; 1 x 6 CH space on each side)
Fasten off and weave in ends.
With C – join into any 2 CH corner space.
RND 5: CH 3 (counts as 1 DC); work [1 DC; CH 2; 2 DC] into corner space; work 1 DC into each of next 4 DC; CH 6; SKIP 6 CH space; work 1 DC into each of next 4 DC.
*Work [2 DC; CH 2; 2 DC] into next 2 CH corner space; work 1 DC into each of next 4 DC; CH 6; SKIP 6 CH space; work 1 DC into each of next 4 DC. ** Repeat from * to ** 2 more times; SL ST into 3rd of 3 CH.
(12 DC; 1 x 6 CH space on each side)
Fasten off and weave in ends.
With A – join into any 2 CH corner space.
RND 6: CH 3 (counts as 1 DC); work [1 DC; CH 2; 2 DC] into corner space; work 1 DC into each of next 6 DC; CH 2; work 1 TR into RND 3 DC; CH 2; work 1 DC into each of next 6 DC.
*Work [2 DC; CH 2; 2 DC] into corner space; work 1 DC into each of next 6 DC; CH 2; work 1 TR into RND 3 DC; CH 2; work 1 DC into each of next 6 DC. ** Repeat from * to ** 2 more times; SL ST into 3rd of 3 CH.
(16 DC; 1 TR; 2 x 2 CH spaces on each side)
Fasten off and weave in ends.
With E – join into any 2 CH corner space.
RND 7: CH 4 (counts as 1 TR); work [1 TR; 2 CH; 2 TR] into 2 CH corner space; work 1 TR into each of the next 8 DC; work 1 TR into each of next 2 CH STS; work 2 TR into next TR; work 1 TR into each of next 2 CH STS; work 1 TR into each of next 8 DC.
* Work [2 TR; 2 CH; 2 TR] into 2 CH corner space; work 1 TR into each of the next 8 DC; work 1 TR into each of next 2 CH STS; work 2 TR into next TR; work 1 TR into each of next 2 CH STS; work 1 TR into each of next 8 DC. ** Repeat from * to ** two more times; SL ST into 4th of 4 CH. (26 TR on each side = 104 TR)
RND 8: CH 3 (counts as 1 DC); work 1 DC into next TR; work [2 DC; 3 CH; 2 DC] into next 2 CH corner space; work 1 DC into each of next 26 TR.
*Work [2 DC; 3 CH; 2 DC] into next 2 CH corner space; work 1 DC into each of next 26 TR. **
Repeat from * to ** Repeat from * to * once more; work [2 DC; 3 CH; 2 DC] into next 2 CH corner space; work 1 DC into each TR; SL ST into 3rd of 3 CH.
(30 DC on each side = 120 DC) Fasten off and weave in ends.
With B – join into any 3 CH corner space.
RND 9: CH 3 (counts as 1 DC); work [1 DC; 2 CH; 2 DC] into corner space; work 1 BPDC around each of next 30 DC. *Work [2 DC; 2 CH; 2 DC] into next corner space; work 1 BPDC around each of next 30 DC. ** Repeat from * to ** two more times; SL ST into 3rd of 3 CH.
(30 BPDC; 4 DC on each side) Fasten off and weave in ends.