Garden Trellis Afghan Square Free Pattern

Garden Trellis Afghan Square Free Pattern

Introduction

Welcome to our crochet adventure! Today, we’re diving into the delightful world of crochet with the Garden Trellis Afghan Square. This stunning square features a unique garden trellis design, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any blanket or throw. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a complete beginner, this pattern is designed to guide you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece that you can proudly display or gift to a loved one.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn
• Crochet Hook: 5.0 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 4 inches = 14 double crochet (dc) and 8 rows

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Start with a Magic Ring:
   • Wrap the yarn around your fingers to form a loop, then pull a loop through the center to create a magic ring.
2. Round 1:
   • Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet).
   • Make 11 double crochets into the magic ring.
   • Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the top of the chain 3. (You should have 12 double crochets.)
3. Round 2:
   • Chain 3, double crochet in the same stitch.
   • 2 double crochets in each stitch around.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3. (You should have 24 double crochets.)
4. Round 3:
   • Chain 3, double crochet in the same stitch.
   • *Double crochet in the next stitch, 2 double crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3. (You should have 36 double crochets.)
5. Round 4:
   • Chain 3, double crochet in the same stitch.
   • *Double crochet in the next 2 stitches, 2 double crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3. (You should have 48 double crochets.)
6. Round 5:
   • Chain 3, double crochet in the same stitch.
   • *Double crochet in the next 3 stitches, 2 double crochets in the next stitch; repeat from * around.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3. (You should have 60 double crochets.)
7. Round 6:
   • Chain 3, double crochet in the next 2 stitches.
   • *Chain 5, skip the next 3 stitches, double crochet in the next 3 stitches; repeat from * around.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3.
8. Round 7:
   • Slip stitch to the first chain-5 space.
   • Chain 3, make 4 double crochets in the same space.
   • *Chain 1, make 5 double crochets in the next chain-5 space; repeat from * around.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3.
9. Round 8:
   • Chain 1, single crochet in the same stitch.
   • *Chain 5, skip the next 5 double crochets, single crochet in the next chain-1 space; repeat from * around.
   • Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet.
10. Round 9:
    • Slip stitch to the first chain-5 space.
    • Chain 3, make 4 double crochets in the same space.
    • *Chain 1, make 5 double crochets in the next chain-5 space; repeat from * around.
    • Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3.
11. Finish:
    • Fasten off your yarn and weave in any loose ends using a yarn needle.

Congratulations! You’ve just completed your Garden Trellis Afghan Square. This beautiful piece will add a touch of elegance to any project you choose to incorporate it into. Happy crocheting!