How to Crochet Square Motif #1
How to crochet square motif from mohair – video and diagram
A crochet square motif is a versatile and popular element in the world of crochet. Crafters create these motifs by using various stitches and colors, resulting in a square-shaped piece of fabric. They can be small and intricate or large and simple, making them suitable for a wide range of projects. Crochet square motifs are often used as building blocks for larger designs, such as blankets, afghans, scarves, and even clothing items. These motifs allow crocheters to experiment with different textures and designs, showcasing their creativity and skill in the art of crochet.
I used mohair yarn to crochet this motif, which added a soft and luxurious texture to the finished piece. The mohair’s fuzzy nature enhanced the intricate stitches of the motif, creating a beautifully textured surface.
To crochet such a square motif, I used thin mohair and hook number 3.
The diagram shows 5 rows to be crocheted.
This video is for people who are new to crochet and want to learn how to make the square motif from mohair.
To start in a single chain stitch: Chain 6, and make the next stitches into the first chain stitch.
1 Row – 5 ch. – 2tr 1ch 15 times – slst
2 Row – 3ch3dc 2ch – 5ps 2ch 15 times, slst
3 Row – 3ch3dc 2ch 4dc – (hdc – 3ch – hdc – 3ch -hdc – 4dc 2ch 4dc ) 3 times – hdc -3ch – hdc – 3ch – hdc – slst
4 Row – 4slst – 3ch3d c2 ch4dc – (ch 4dc ch 4dc ch 4dc 2 ch 4dc) 3 times – ch 4dc ch 4dc ch 4dc cg – slst
5 Row – 3ch3dc 2ch 4dc (4dc 4dc 4dc 4dc 2ch 4dc) 3 times – 4dc 4dc 4dc – slst
ch – chain
tr – treble crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
ps – puff stitch
slst – slip stitch
