Crochet squares are timeless motifs that remain popular in a wide range of handmade projects. The beautiful Pernille’s Square features a delicate flower-inspired center surrounded by decorative stitches that create an elegant square design. This versatile pattern can be used to create blankets, quilts, rugs, pillows, table runners, and many other decorative crochet pieces.
One of the best features of this square is its flexibility. You can easily enlarge the motif by adding more rounds, allowing you to customize the size according to your project needs. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this pattern is simple to follow and enjoyable to create.
I used mixed yarn with a 3.5 mm crochet hook for this sample, but you may use any yarn or thread of your choice to achieve different textures and finishes. The pattern works beautifully in both solid and multicolor combinations.
Materials
Mixed yarn or yarn of your choice
3.5 mm crochet hook
Scissors
Yarn needle
Abbreviations
Ch – Chain
Sl st – Slip stitch
Sc – Single crochet
Dc – Double crochet
St(s) – Stitch(es)
Sp – Space
Pattern Instructions
Color 1 – Center Motif
Row 1
Chain 6 and join with a slip stitch to form a ring.
Row 2
Chain 3 (counts as the first double crochet). Work 23 double crochets into the ring. Join with a slip stitch in the third chain of the beginning chain.
Total: 24 stitches
Row 3
Chain 5 (counts as 1 double crochet and a chain-2 space). In the same stitch as the join, work:
dc
ch 2
dc
Repeat the following sequence 3 times:
Skip 1 stitch
Sc in the next 3 stitches
Skip 1 stitch
In the next stitch work:
dc
ch 2
dc twice in the same stitch
Finish the round by:
Skip 1 stitch
Sc in the next 3 stitches
Skip 1 stitch
Join with a slip stitch in the third chain of the starting chain.
Row 4
Slip stitch into the first chain-2 space. Chain 3 (counts as the first dc) and work 3 dc in the same space.
Repeat the following sequence 3 times:
(dc, ch 2, dc) in the next stitch
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
Skip 2 stitches
Sc in the next stitch
Skip 2 stitches
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
Complete the round with:
(dc, ch 2, dc) in the next stitch
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
Skip 2 stitches
Sc in the next stitch
Skip 2 stitches
Join with a slip stitch in the third chain.
Row 5
Slip stitch across 2 stitches and chain 1.
Repeat the following sequence 4 times:
Sc in the next 3 stitches
In the chain-2 space work:
dc
ch 2
dc
ch 2
dc
Sc in the next 3 stitches
Skip 2 stitches
In the next stitch work:
dc
ch 2
dc
ch 2
dc
Skip 2 stitches
Join with a slip stitch in the first single crochet.
Row 6
Slip stitch once and chain 1.
Repeat the following sequence 4 times:
Sc
Skip 2 stitches
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
(dc, ch 2, dc) in the next stitch
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
Skip 2 stitches
Sc
Skip 2 stitches
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
Dc in the next stitch
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
Skip 2 stitches
Join with a slip stitch in the first single crochet and fasten off.
Color 2 – Decorative Outer Border
Row 7
Join the second color with a slip stitch in the first single crochet of any side.
Chain 5 (counts as the first dc and chain-2 space). In the same stitch work:
dc
ch 2
dc
Repeat the following sequence 3 times:
Skip 2 stitches
Sc in the next 5 stitches
Skip 2 stitches
In the next stitch work:
dc
ch 2
dc
ch 2
dc
Skip 2 stitches
Sc in the next 3 stitches
In the chain-2 space work:
dc
ch 2
dc
ch 2
dc
Sc in the next 3 stitches
Skip 2 stitches
In the next stitch work:
dc
ch 2
dc
ch 2
dc
Complete the round and join with a slip stitch in the third chain of the starting chain.
Row 8
Slip stitch into the chain-2 space. Chain 3 (counts as the first dc) and work 3 dc in the same space.
Repeat the decorative sequence around the square:
dc
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
Skip 2 stitches
Sc in the next 3 stitches
Skip 2 stitches
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
dc
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
Skip 2 stitches
Sc in the next stitch
Skip 2 stitches
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
(dc, ch 2, dc) in the next stitch
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
Skip 2 stitches
Sc in the next stitch
Skip 2 stitches
4 dc in the next chain-2 space
Repeat around and join with a slip stitch to finish.
Project Ideas
This beautiful floral square can be used to create:
Blankets and afghans
Decorative pillows
Table runners
Rugs and mats
Bags and totes
Wall décor
Bedspreads
The Pernille’s Square is a charming and versatile crochet motif that combines classic floral beauty with elegant texture. Its easy construction and customizable size make it a wonderful addition to any crochet collection.
