Squares and Blocks
This square doily measures 5″ to 61/2″, depending on the gauge and the border you choose to make. I recommend the pattern to intermediate crocheters. If you are a pro or want to become familiar with the popcorn, cluster and picot stitches, the Sylvanweave Square pattern will be a perfect fit for your next project!
The full article about this pattern is on draiguna.com blog:
Crochet Picot Flower Square Motif
Squares and Blocks
"Square Motifs are the simplest pattern. They are quick to whip up. You can make them in any size with one pattern. You can join and crochet them into any project of your choice..Blankets, Pillow Covers, Placemats, Tablemats, Doilies, Coasters..the ideas are unlimited. Today am sharing the pattern for this Pretty and Quick to make Picot Flower Square Motif. You can use this motif to create a totally new project or use them as a applique for your already finished project or they would also make awesome coasters for your mugs!!!! This motif measures 4 inches. If you wish to make them bigger, then keeping repeating the last round untill you reach the size needed. Materials Used:- Cotton Knitting Yarn(Grey , Purple and Green) 4mm Crochet Hook"
Spike Cluster Stitch Purse
Squares and Blocks
Next, here is a project that will take your spike clusters to the next level. You'll need to get 3 colors of yarn, a zipper and some fabric. This purse is large-ish, at approximately 10″ x 4″. Thus, it is of perfect dimensions to find all those annoying little “noseeums” that are forever getting lost in the folds of the handbag..
Hexi Askew Square
Squares and Blocks
This 12 (30.5 cm) square starts with a hexagon. Crossed double crochet and popcorn stitches add texture. This square was designed for the sixth annual Moogly Crochet Along. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch, treble (triple) crochet Crocheting in the round, increasing, crocheting into chain spaces, skipping stitches, crocheting into skipped stitches, crocheting in the back loop only Special stitches: cdc, cl, and popcorn (with video tutorials linked in the pattern) Skill Level Intermediate Finished Size Motif: 12 (30.5 cm) square. Materials Red Heart With Love yarn (100% acrylic, 7 oz/198 g/370 yd/338 m) - 1 skein each in 1502 Iced Aqua (CA), 1803 Blue Hawaii (CB), and 1441 Light Gray (CC), or approximately 55 yd (50.5 m) in CA and 32 yd (29 m) each in CB and CC in any medium weight yarn. US Size J-10/6 mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn needle. Stitch markers (optional). Gauge Motif = 12 (30.5 cm) square in pattern. Exact gauge is not critical for this project
Spike Cluster Stitch
Squares and Blocks
To begin with, you'll learn how to work up the spike cluster stitch. When you take the time to learn it, it will be useful for any project. Undoubtedly, it is particularly useful for blankets, scarves and throws. In fact any project that has a prominent surface can be a great background for this. Moreover, you can use a single color, many colors or combine numerous shades of one color. A stunning final effect is guaranteed.
Easter Egg Square
Squares and Blocks
However, if you like more intricate lacy square project ideas, here is one that's truly astounding. Indeed, the whole lacing set up is absolutely mesmerizing, and the square will also function well on its own as a doily.
