Hello, fellow crochet enthusiasts! 🌟 I’m excited to introduce you to my latest crochet creation: the Tulum Texture Square. This six-inch square is the perfect blend of texture and style, inspired by the rich patterns of Aztec textiles. Using the herringbone double crochet stitch, this square not only adds a unique visual appeal but also brings a tactile dimension to your crochet projects. Whether you’re looking to create a blanket, pillow, or wall hanging, the Tulum Texture Square is a versatile piece that will elevate any design.
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The herringbone double crochet stitch, with its subtle diagonal lines, mirrors the intricate and bold patterns often found in Aztec designs. When paired with earthy tones, this square embodies a timeless and trendy Aztec vibe, making it a standout piece in any project.
If you love working with solid granny squares, the Tulum Texture Square is a perfect addition to your collection. This square, with its unique herringbone double crochet stitch, offers a fresh take on the traditional granny square. It’s not only a stylish option for a solid granny square blanket but also a great way to explore more unusual granny square crochet patterns. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is both simple and satisfying to create.
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For those interested in exploring different simple solid granny square crochet patterns, the Tulum Texture Square is available as a solid granny square crochet pattern PDF. This free crochet pattern is perfect for experimenting with different color combinations and creating a personalized project. Add a touch of Aztec flair to your next blanket, pillow, or even wall hanging with this versatile square.
Tulum Texture Square
REQUIREMENTS
Level of Difficulty
- Intermediate
Yarn
- #4 Worsted Weight
- I used Caron One Pound
Hook and Notions
- Size Hook: I (5.5 mm), scissors, blunt needle and stitch markers (optional)
Measurement
- 6-inches lying flat (roughly)
Gauge
- 4 sts = 1 in on Round 3
Abbreviations
- Ch = Chain
- Sc = Single Crochet
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Sp(s) = Space(s)
- Sl st = Slip Stitch
Special Stitches Herringbone Double Crochet – (Hb dc) Yarn Over, insert hook into indicated stitch, yarn over draw loop up and through, first loop on hook, (2 loops on hook), yarn over and draw through 1 loop on hook, yarn over and draw through both loops on hook. (Hb dc completed)
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TULUM TEXTURED SQUARE INSTRUCTIONS
Round 1 (Magic Ring): Work, 4 dc, *ch 2, 4 dc,* repeat from *to* 2 more times, ch 2; join with a slip stitch in top of the first dc. (16 dc, 4 ch-2 sps)
Round 2: HB-dc in the same st and in the next 3 sts, *(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the corner, hb-dc in next 4 sts,* repeat from *to* 2 more times, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the corner; join with a sl st in the first st. (16 hb-dc, 16 dc, 4 ch-2 sps)
Round 3: Sl st in the next st, *hb-dc in next 5 sts, (2 hb-dc, ch2, 2 hb-dc) in corner,* repeat from * to* 2 more times, hb-dc in next 3 sts; join with a sl st in first st. (48 sts, 4 ch-2 sps)
Round 4: Sl st in the next st, hb-dc in same st and in the next 5 sts, *(2 hb-dc, ch2, 2 hb-dc) in corner, hb-dc in next 12 st,* repeat from *to* 2 more times, hb-dc in next 6 sts; join with a sl st in the first st. (40 hb-dc, 12 ch-2 sps)
Round 5: (working in the 3rd loop) Sl st in the next st, sc in same st and in the next 7 sts, (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc) in corner, *sc in next 16 sts, (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc) in corner,* repeat from *to* 2 more times, sc in last 9 sts; sl st in top of first st. (80 sts, 8 ch-2 sps)
Fasten off and weave in ends.
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XO, Mistie
The Tulum Texture crochet square was part of the 2015 Mystery Lapghan CAL
