Crochet Spool Square Pattern: A Vintage-Inspired Delight

Crochet Spool Square is a delightful and versatile pattern that brings a touch of vintage charm to your crochet projects. With its intricate design and unique texture, this square is perfect for creating cozy blankets, decorative pillows, or even stylish bags. The beauty of the Crochet Spool Square lies in its simplicity yet intricate details, making it a fun and rewarding project for both beginners and experienced crocheters. Whether you choose to use bold, colorful yarns or opt for a more subdued palette, this pattern is sure to add a touch of handmade warmth and character to any room. So grab your crochet hook, pick out your favorite yarn, and let your creativity shine with the charming Crochet Spool Square!
Materials Needed
Spool Square
- Yarn: Red Lion Classic - Olympic Blue, Black, and Tan
- Hook: Size H
Instructions
Starting the Square
Using center color, ch 6, sl st to first ch to create circle
Rounds Instructions
RND 1: ch 3, dc twice, ch 3, (dc 3 times, ch 3) 3 times, sl st in 3rd ch of ch 3.
RND 2: ch 3, dc in top loop of next 2 dc, (dc in top 1st ch 3, (dc, ch 3, dc) in top of 2nd ch, dc in 3rd ch, dc in next 3 dc) 3 times, dc in top 1st ch 3, (dc, ch 3, dc) in top of 2nd ch, dc in 3rd ch, sl st in 3rd ch of ch 3.
RND 3: ch 3, dc in top loop of next 4 dc, (dc in top 1st ch 3, (dc, ch 3, dc) in top of 2nd ch, dc in 3rd ch, dc in next 7 dc) 3 times, dc in top 1st ch 3, (dc, ch 3, dc) in top of 2nd ch, dc in 3rd ch, dc in next 2 dc, sl st in 3rd ch of ch 3.
RND 4: ch 3, dc in top loop of next 6 dc, (dc in top 1st ch 3, (dc, ch 3, dc) in top of 2nd ch, dc in 3rd ch, dc in next 11 dc) 3 times, dc in top 1st ch 3, (dc, ch 3, dc) in top of 2nd ch, dc in 3rd ch, dc in next 4 dc, sl st in 3rd ch of ch 3.
Color Changes
Change color to black, then alternate with tan when color change is needed.
Continuing the Pattern
RND 5: ch 3, dc in top loop of next 8 dc, (dc in top loop of first ch 3, 2dc in 2nd ch, change colors, 2dc in 2nd ch, dc in 3rd ch, dc in next 15 dc) 3 times. Dc in top loop of first ch 3, 2dc in 2nd ch, change colors, 2dc in 2nd ch, dc in 3rd ch, dc in next 6 dc, sl st in 3rd ch of ch 3.
RND 6: ch 3, dc in top loop of next 10 dc, (2dc in next ch, change colors, 2dc in same dc, dc in next 19 dc) 3 times. 2dc in next ch, change colors, 2dc in same dc, dc in next 8 dc, sl st in 3rd ch of ch 3.
RND 7: ch 3, dc in top loop of next 11 dc, (2dc in next ch, change colors, 2dc in same dc, dc in next 21 dc) 3 times. 2dc in next ch, change colors, 2dc in same dc, dc in next 9 dc, sl st in 3rd ch of ch 3.
RND 8: (this round will be in black only) ch 1, sc in next 12 dc, (2sc in next dc, ch 2, 2sc in next dc, sc in next 23 dc) 3 times, 2sc in next dc, ch 2, 2sc in next dc, sc in next 11 dc. Sl st to first sc. Finish off