If you love textured crochet motifs, the Crochet Popcorn Stitch Flower Square is a charming pattern that brings a floral burst of beauty to any project. This square motif combines the beloved popcorn stitch with a traditional granny square layout to create a piece that’s both dimensional and versatile. Perfect for making blankets, cushions, bags, or wall hangings, this floral square adds a cheerful and decorative touch to your crochet collection.
✨ Why You’ll Love This Pattern
- 3D Flower Center: The popcorn stitch creates a raised, petal-like texture.
- Joinable Motif: Great for combining into larger projects.
- Colorful Possibilities: Make the flower and background in different shades.
- Beginner-Friendly with Practice: Once you understand the popcorn stitch, it’s a fun repeat project.
🧶 Materials Needed
- DK or Worsted Weight Yarn in multiple colors (flower + square)
- Crochet Hook (3.5 mm – 5 mm depending on yarn)
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
- Stitch Marker (optional)
🪡 Stitches Used
- CH – Chain
- SL ST – Slip Stitch
- SC – Single Crochet
- DC – Double Crochet
- Popcorn Stitch (PC): 5 DC in the same stitch, remove hook, insert into first DC, grab last loop and pull through to close the cluster.
🌸 Pattern – Popcorn Flower Square
1. Flower Center (Round 1)
- Start with a magic ring.
- CH 3 (counts as 1 DC), make 11 more DC into ring.
- Join with SL ST to top of CH 3. (12 DC total)
2. Petal Layer (Popcorn Stitches – Round 2)
- CH 3 (counts as DC), make 4 more DC in same stitch.
- Remove hook, insert into top of CH 3, grab last loop, pull through – 1 PC made.
- CH 1, PC in next stitch, CH 1 – repeat around.
- You should have 12 popcorn petals, separated by CH 1 spaces.
- Join with SL ST.
3. Preparing Square (Round 3)
- Join new color in any CH-1 space.
- CH 3 (counts as DC), DC in same space, CH 2, 2 DC in same space (first corner).
- In next 2 spaces: 2 DC in each (sides).
- [2 DC, CH 2, 2 DC] in next (corner space).
- Repeat pattern around: 4 corners, 3 groups of 2 DC per side.
- Join with SL ST.
4. Expanding the Square (Optional Round 4 & Beyond)
- Continue working in the round with traditional granny square rows:
- In corners: [2 DC, CH 2, 2 DC]
- In side spaces: 3 DC in each space
- You can expand your square as large as needed depending on your project.
🎨 Color Suggestions
- Spring Garden: Yellow center, pink petals, green square
- Bold Contrast: White flower, red petals, black square
- Pastel Dream: Lavender, mint, baby pink, cream
💡 Tips for Success
- Use a stitch marker to mark the first popcorn stitch of each round.
- Lightly block your squares to even them out before joining.
- When making multiple squares for a blanket, weave in ends as you go for a neater finish.
🧵 What You Can Make with Popcorn Flower Squares
- Baby Blankets or Afghans
- Boho Bags or Totes
- Cushion Covers
- Shawl Panels
- Table Runners
- Wall Hangings
🧡 Conclusion
The Crochet Popcorn Stitch Flower Square is the perfect blend of texture, beauty, and tradition. Whether you’re just beginning to explore textured stitches or you’re a seasoned crocheter looking for a unique motif, this pattern brings vibrant, petal-filled joy to any project. It’s a great way to practice your popcorn stitch and experiment with color combinations!
Happy Crocheting! 🌸🧶
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