In this article:
Afghan squares are the building blocks for throws and blankets. Stunning bedspreads or colorful and soft crochet-a-long projects – squares are cool not only to design, but also to work with. Speaking of design, big hats off to the crochet designers who come up with these absolutely stunning ideas! It’s not easy to plan out a crochet piece, especially when trying to encapsulate a circle inside a square. Out of beautiful imagination, as well as trial and error, marvelous Eye-catching Afghan Squares emerge.
They can be colorful or plain, use only basic stitches or a whole myriad of advanced ones, they can be flat and soft or dense and sturdy. When choosing one for your own project, think about the qualities you would like to add to your project. Should it be soft and flowy, or keep its shape? How many colors would you like to introduce, and how much time would you like to save for this project? All of these questions should give you some answers, which will lead you to the afghan square which is perfect for you. Check out the examples below and get inspired! Links to free patterns are under the pictures.
You may also like:
Marvelous Crochet Stitches
Colorful Crochet Afghan Squares
For more free designs every day follow us on Facebook. Share your ideas and your work on our Facebook group!
Savannah Free Crochet Pattern
This stunning afghan block is in fact very easy to make! The choice of colors is crucial, though.
Go to the pattern: Savannah
Right Round Square Free Crochet Pattern
Clever use of post stitches creates amazing “rays” coming from the center of this square.
Go to the pattern: Right Round Square
A Little Bit of This Afghan Square Free Crochet Pattern
A sunny floral design like this one looks great with a tulip border. Make it into a big bedspread and transform your bedroom!
Go to the pattern: A Little Bit of This Afghan Square
Flower Burst 12″ Square Free Crochet Pattern
The delicate, net-like center of this square is surrounded by structural elements, which create a real showstopper!
Go to the pattern: Flower Burst 12″ Square
Landyn Tahj Free Crochet Pattern
The square center of this design presents an amazing combination of stitches and colors. It’s truly unique!
Go to the pattern: Landyn Tahj
Maybellene Square Free Crochet Pattern
This intricate, and yet relatively simple square will surely be a great addition to your throw or blanket projects, or as a standalone trivet or doily. I’m sure you will greatly enjoy making it as shown in the pattern and modifying its colors to suit your projects.
Free Crochet Pattern is here.
Nadine Crochet Square Free Pattern
The Nadine square has an almost floral central square with a bold, crisp edge. This is an easy building block, that is super decorative. Overall, this edged beauty with variegated textures is a real little gem that will function both as a component and as a standalone project.
Designer: Polly Plum
The full article about this pattern is here: Nadine Square
Elements Cal Square
Designer: Sandra McButton
Go to the pattern: Elements Cal Square. More info about LoriBaran’s project here.
Key Lime Pie Afghan Block Free Crochet Pattern
I don’t know about you, but at my house having at least one key lime pie a year is a must. As many recipes for the pie as there are, there are many ways of representing this pie as an afghan block. The pattern gives you the possibility to turn your favorite pie recipe into an almost 3D, mouthwatering-looking square! The square measures 12′ in worsted yarn, or 9.75” in DK.
Skills: Advanced beginner Designer: Lettice Rose
Go to the pattern: Key Lime Pie
“Maya” Granny Square
Next, no 3 square ideas would be complete without a touch of mystery and nighttime mystique. In these cool purples and blues, the Maya square fits the bill ideally.
The original pattern and the photos are available on Ravelry: “Maya” Granny Square
African Floral Granny Square
Of course, African flower crochet is also another beautiful addition. Therefore, let’s enrich our collection of 3 square ideas with this timeless, yet au currant design.
The original pattern and the photos are available on Ravelry: African Granny Square
Lady of the Lake 12″ Square
Meet the magical Lady of the Lake! She is mysterious, she is elegant and so sophisticated. Her nature is reflected in these deep, sense-soothing shades of burgundy, dark blue and warm creamy beige. A match made in heaven, perfect for winter.
Skills: intermediate Designer: Lisa Mauser
Go to the original pattern: Lady of the Lake 12” Square
Did you know that Lady of the Lake has a little sister? She is the princess of spring and loves bright shades. Her favorite colors are turquoise blue, light-toned violet, sunny yellow and powder pink. Are you already under her spell? We thought so!
Go to the info about this version: Lake Lady
Shifty Little Square
This square really is quite shifty. As you work the pattern, you use back and third loops and alternate between popcorn, picot and crossed stitches. This gives it the appearance of the square “growing” from the inside and morphing shape as it does. It’s really quite beautiful and different enough that it will make your square-based afghans or blankets really unique. The pattern is designed for 9 and 12-inch squares. The link to the free pattern is under the photo.
Skills: intermediate Designer: Laurie Dale
Go to the original pattern: Shifty Little Square
Shifty Little Square got refreshed for spring and gained a totally different character. It is youthful, energizing, and charming, all thanks to this delicious cocktail of light-toned, but still bold shades of pink, yellow and green. Well then, are you going to celebrate the new season with a new afghan?
Go to the info about this version: Spring Shifty Square
Rebirth Afghan Block Free Crochet Pattern
This is a beautiful, novel building block for an afghan or throw. Inspired by Japanese cherry blossoms, the square measures 8 by 10″, and instructions are given for two color combinations. The square features a central flower motif and surrounding popcorn stitches.
Go to the pattern: Rebirth Afghan Block