Crochet Wonder Square – Free Pattern

The Crochet Wonder Square is a stunning and versatile motif that can be used in many projects such as blankets, cushion covers, bags, or even as part of a garment. This square starts with a beautiful textured circle filled with popcorn stitches and then transitions into a square using clever stitch techniques, including crossed double crochets that create a striking herringbone pattern.

This project is perfect for adventurous beginners and intermediate crocheters who want to explore a mix of texture and structure. You will practice fundamental stitches while also learning fun and unique ones like popcorn stitches and crossed double crochets. The result is a highly textured square that looks impressive and is very enjoyable to make.

Materials

4.5mm crochet hook
Size 4 / Aran yarn (approx. 260m)
Tapestry needle

Stitch marker

Scissors

Crochet Wonder Square – Free Pattern

Abbreviations (US Terms)

ss – Slip Stitch
st(s) – Stitch(es)
ch – Chain
sk – Skip stitch
ch-sp – Chain space
sc – Single Crochet
hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
tr – Treble Crochet
pc – Popcorn Stitch
blo – Back Loop Only
flo – Front Loop Only
yo – Yarn over
sp – Space

Notes

The popcorn stitch (pc) is formed by making 5 dc in the same stitch, removing the hook from the loop of the 5th dc, inserting it into the 1st dc, grabbing the loop from the 5th dc, pulling it through, and securing it with ch 1.
On Round 15, you will use crossed dc left: sk st, dc in next st, then working in front of the dc just made, dc into the skipped st.
On Round 16, you will use crossed dc right: sk st, dc in next st, then working behind the dc just made, dc into the skipped st. Both create a woven herringbone look.

Crochet Wonder Square Pattern

Center Circle

Rnd 1: 7 sc in a magic ring, sl st into 1st st.

Rnd 2: Ch 3, 4 dc in same st, make a pc, then pc in each st around. Sl st to join. (8 pc sts)

Rnd 3: Sl st into ch-1 sp, ch 3, 4 dc in same sp, pc, then another pc in same sp. Work 2 pc in each ch-sp around. Sl st to join. (16 pc sts)

Rnd 4: Sl st into ch-1 sp, 1 pc in next sp, 2 pc in following sp repeat around. Sl st to join. (24 pc sts)

Rnd 5: Sl st into ch-sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 2, sc in next sp repeat around. Join with sl st.

Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in same st, 2 sc in ch-sp, sc in next st repeat around. Join with sl st into blo of 1st sc. (72 sc)

Rnd 7: Ch 1, blo sc in each st around. Place marker in flo of 8th st. Join with sl st. (72 sc)

Rnd 8: Ch 2, dc in same st, ch 6, sl st into marked st. Turn work clockwise, sc in each ch of ch-6, sl st into dc, turn. Dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, ch 6, sk flo after marker, sl st into next st, turn clockwise, sc in each ch, sl st into dc, turn. Repeat around. Finish with dc in last st, dc in 1st dc sp, sl st to join. (36 loops)

Rnd 9: Sc in each st around (do not work into sl sts from previous rnd). At end, remove hook, insert into 1st sc back to front, pull loop through. (72 sc)

Rnd 10: Ch 1, bpsc in each st around. Join with sl st. (72 sc)

Transition to Square

Rnd 11: Ch 4 (counts as tr), tr in same st. Dc in next 3 sts, hdc in next 2, sc in next 7, hdc in next 2, dc in next 3, (2 tr, ch 3, 2 tr) in next st. Repeat around. Join with hdc in 4th ch. (84 sts)

Rnd 12: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same sp. Dc in next 21 sts, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in corner sp. Repeat around. Join with hdc in 3rd ch. (100 sts)

Rnd 13: Ch 1, 2 sc in same sp. Sc in next 25 sts, (2 sc, ch 1, 2 sc) in corner sp. Repeat around. Join with sc in 1st st. (116 sts)

Rnd 14: Ch 1, sc in same sp. Work bpsc in each st, corners (sc, ch 1, sc). Join. (116 sts)

Rnd 15: Ch 3, dc in corner sp to right of ch-3. Sk st after corner, crossed dc across side until 16 crossed sts are made. Corners: (crossed dc, ch 3, crossed dc). Join with hdc. (68 crossed dc)

Rnd 16: Ch 3, dc in corner sp to right of ch-3. Crossed dc (worked to the right, behind). Work 18 crossed sts across each side. Corners: (crossed dc, ch 3, crossed dc). Join with hdc. (76 crossed dc)

Rnd 17: Ch 1, 2 sc in same sp. Sc in each st, corners (2 sc, ch 1, 2 sc). Join. (168 sts)

Rnd 18: Ch 1, sc in same sp. Bpsc in each st, corners (sc, ch 1, sc). Join. (176 sts)

Rnd 19: Ch 2, dc in corner sp, ch 4, sk 1, sl st into flo of next st, turn clockwise, sc in each ch, sl st into dc, turn. Continue working lace loops across each side, following corner instructions. Join with hdc. (96 loops)

Rnd 20: Ch 1, 2 sc in same sp. Work sc between loops, corners (2 sc, ch 1, 2 sc). Join. (200 sts)

Rnd 21: Ch 1, sc in same sp. Bpsc in each st, corners (sc, ch 1, sc). Fasten off.

Finish by threading yarn onto a tapestry needle. Insert into 1st st front to back, then into last st top to back. Weave in all ends neatly.

Finishing & Usage Ideas

Blocking: Gently block your Wonder Square to ensure perfect corners and stitch definition.
Combine Squares: Make several squares in different colors and join them for blankets, bedspreads, or large projects.
Home Décor: Use a single square for a cushion front, table centerpiece, or wall art.
Fashion: Create bags or garments by joining squares.

For a modern look, use contrasting bold shades. For a classic design, neutral tones like cream, gray, and beige work beautifully. You can also experiment with gradient yarn for a soft color transition.

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✨ Your Crochet Wonder Square is complete! This project is rich in texture and design, making it a perfect addition to any crochet collection.