by That is a great request! The best “Stylish and Simple” motif is one that uses basic stitches but arranges them in a way that creates interesting texture or dimension.
I will detail the pattern for the “Solid Textured Pinwheel Square,” which is perfect because it grows quickly, uses only double crochet and chain stitches, but the arrangement of the stitches creates a lovely, swirling, subtle texture.
🌀 Solid Textured Pinwheel Square Motif Tutorial
This pattern is a variation of the traditional solid square, featuring a subtle swirling effect and dense texture, making it excellent for blankets, cushions, or bags.
Materials You’ll Need
- Yarn: Medium-weight yarn (worsted/size 4) for ease of handling and clear stitch definition.
- Crochet Hook: The size appropriate for your yarn (e.g., 5.0 mm or H/8).
- Scissors, Tapestry Needle.
Key Crochet Terms
| Abbreviation | Stitch Name |
| ch | Chain |
| sl st | Slip Stitch |
| dc | Double Crochet |
| Corner | (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) |
Step-by-Step Instructions
Round 1: Creating the Center
We establish the center ring and the four starting corners.
- Start the Ring: Make a Magic Ring (or chain 4 and sl st into the first chain to form a ring).
- First Side/Corner: ch 3 (counts as dc). Work (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) into the center ring.
- Repeat: Work (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) into the ring 3 more times. (You will have 4 sets of corner clusters).
- Finish: Pull the yarn tail tight to close the center hole. Join the round with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (16 dc, 4 ch-2 spaces).
Round 2: Defining the Square
We work across the top of the stitches from the previous round and into the corner spaces.
- ch 3 (counts as dc). Work dc in the next 3 dc stitches below.
- First Corner: Work Corner (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) into the ch-2 corner space.
- Side: Work dc in the next 4 dc stitches below.
- Repeat: Continue the sequence [Corner (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2 corner space, dc in the next 4 dc sts] 3 more times.
- Finish: Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (32 dc, 4 ch-2 corners).
Round 3: Expanding the Sides
The number of double crochet stitches along the sides increases, and we continue the solid pattern.
- ch 3 (counts as dc). Work dc in the next 5 dc stitches below.
- First Corner: Work Corner (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) into the ch-2 corner space.
- Side: Work dc in the next 8 dc stitches below.
- Repeat: Continue the sequence [Corner (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2 corner space, dc in the next 8 dc sts] 3 more times.
- Finish: You should have a few stitches remaining to join the round. Work dc in the last stitches (which should be 2 sts). Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (48 dc, 4 ch-2 corners).
Continuing to Grow
To make the square larger, simply repeat the solid pattern:
- Corners: Always get the (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc).
- Sides: Work dc in every single stitch along the side until you reach the next corner space. The number of stitches along the sides increases by 4 in every round.
Finishing the Motif
- Fasten Off: Cut the yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail, and pull the loop completely through the last stitch to knot it.
- Weave in Ends: Thread the tails onto a tapestry needle and weave them securely into the back of the work.
Your Solid Textured Pinwheel Square is complete! Because this motif is solid, it’s very warm and has a sophisticated, modern look.
Would you like to know how to add a simple contrasting color border, or how to join these solid squares together?
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