Crochet Hugs and Kisses Stitch Granny Square

The Crochet Hugs and Kisses Stitch Granny Square is an absolute gem for anyone looking to add a touch of cozy charm to their projects. This delightful stitch pattern creates a beautiful textured design perfect for blankets, pillows, or even cozy sweaters. With its alternating Xs and Os, it's like sending a warm hug and a sweet kiss all in one stitch. Whether you're a crochet enthusiast or just starting out, this stitch will surely bring a smile to your face as you create something truly heartwarming. Happy crocheting!

Materials

I’m using Scheepjes Stone Washed XL #4 medium weight yarn as well as a 4mm crochet hook. You can use any yarn or hook size you prefer for this stitch tutorial; whatever you have is good.

Stitches Used & Code (US Term)

• ch = chain
• st = stitch(es)
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sk = skip
• sp = space
• REP = repeat

Notes

• This hugs and kisses crochet stitch is a 2-row repeat (Row 2 and Row 3).
• This hugs and kisses stitch is in a multiple of 3+5 chains.
• Can be used in row or round. For the following written instructions, I’m going to make it in a row.
• For the following written instructions, I’m using 2 colors, but you can use only 1 color or more than 2 colors. You can change colors however you want, every row, every other row; it’s up to you.

Hugs and Kisses Crochet Stitch Written Instructions

Row 1 Color A (RS): ch 32, sk 5 ch (first 3 ch that you skipped count as 1 dc), 3 dc into next ch, *sk 2 ch, 3 dc into next ch* REP from *TO* until you have 2 ch left, sk next ch, 1 dc into last ch, cut the yarn. Check the picture below.

Row 2 Color B (WS): Turn, make a slip knot and insert the hook into the loop, 1 sc into the first st, *sk 3 dc and make 1 dc into the space between the third dc that you skipped and the next dc, ch 1, 1 dc into the space between the first dc that you skipped and the next st* REP from *TO* across, end the row with 1 sc into the last st/the ch st, cut the yarn. Check the picture below.

Row 3 Color A: Turn, add new yarn into the first sc, ch 3 (count as 1 dc), 3 dc into each ch 1 sp across, end the row with 1 dc into last st, cut the yarn. Check the picture below.

REP Row 2 and Row 3 for the remainder of the project.