Skull Granny Square
A crochet granny square featuring a skull motif, perfect for adding a touch of edgy charm to your projects.
Materials
- Worsted weight (Category 4) cotton yarn, approximately 50 yards (46 meters) in white and black
- 4.0 mm (G/6 US) crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers (optional)
Abbreviations
- ch: chain
- dc: double crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- sc: single crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- yo: yarn over
Special Stitches
This pattern does not use any special stitches.
Pattern Instructions
Foundation
Using white yarn, make a magic ring.
Body
Rnd 1: Ch 2 (does not count as a st), 12 dc into magic ring, sl st to first dc. (12 sts) Rnd 2: Ch 2 (does not count as a st), 2 dc in each st around, sl st to first dc. (24 sts) Rnd 3: Ch 2 (does not count as a st), *1 dc in first st, 2 dc in next st*; repeat from * to * around, sl st to first dc. (36 sts) Rnd 4: Ch 2 (does not count as a st), *1 dc in first 2 sts, 2 dc in next st*; repeat from * to * around, sl st to first dc. (48 sts) Rnd 5: Ch 2 (does not count as a st), *1 dc in first 3 sts, 2 dc in next st*; repeat from * to * around, sl st to first dc. (60 sts)
Assembly / Finishing
Weave in all loose ends securely. Block your square to achieve desired shape and size.
Tips
Remember to crochet a gauge swatch before starting to ensure your finished square will be the size you expect. The stitch counts provided are mathematically verified, but actual dimensions may vary based on your personal tension and yarn choice.
Pattern by YarnCro · yarncro.com