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Kinnedy Nichelle Textured Floral Square Pattern

Kinnedy Nichelle Textured Floral Square Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crocheting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Quick Craft

Fits nicely into a free afternoon — 2 to 5 hours of focused, enjoyable crocheting.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Kinnedy Nichelle Textured Floral Square Pattern

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This design is a fantastic way to play with color — each round offers a new opportunity to highlight the gorgeous texture and depth of the stitches, making it a perfect gift for yarn lovers.

Why You'll Love This Kinnedy Nichelle Textured Floral Square Pattern

I love how this square feels in your hands as it grows. The combination of horizontal puff stitches and petal overlays makes it look so professional, yet the rhythm of the rounds is really soothing once you get past the initial setup. It is pure crochet magic!

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Switch Things Up

I honestly believe that some crochet patterns have a soul, and this square is definitely one of them. When I first sat down to work through the Kinnedy Nichelle design, I was struck by how beautifully the layers build on top of each other. It is not just a flat piece of fabric; it is a sculptural experience. I remember struggling a bit with the petals in Round 3 the first time, but once you realize you just need to fold the work toward you to find that space, it becomes a total 'aha!' moment.

One tip I always share with my friends making this: do not be afraid to go bold with your colors. While a monochrome version looks elegant and sophisticated, using five or six different shades really makes those horizontal puff stitches and post-stitch ridges sing. I have seen versions in autumn oranges and deep teals that look absolutely breathtaking.

As you work through the rounds, take your time with the invisible joins. I know it is tempting to just slip stitch and move on, but those invisible joins are the secret sauce to making your square look like it came straight out of a high-end boutique. It keeps the edges so clean and the transitions seamless. This square was named after a beautiful soul, and I think that kindness really shines through in the rhythm of the stitches. I hope you find as much peace and joy in making this as I did. It is the perfect weekend project to savor with a big cup of tea and your favorite podcast playing in the background.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ When working the petals in Round 3, it is easy to lose track of the previous chain space; always fold your work forward to ensure you are inserting the hook in the correct spot.✗ In Round 10, the back-stitch dc requires a specific placement between the inverted V; if you miss this, the unique ridge texture won't be as prominent.✗ Be careful not to work into the picots during Round 7, as they are meant to be skipped to create the proper spacing for the outer floral layers.✗ If your horizontal puff stitches in Round 12 are too tight, the square may begin to bowl; try to keep your yarn overs loose and consistent to maintain a flat shape.

Kinnedy Nichelle Textured Floral Square Pattern

This square is such a joy to hook up because of all the rich textures and layers. It is part of a beautiful legacy series, and you can really feel the heart that went into the design as each round unfolds. Whether you are making a single statement cushion or joining them for a show-stopping heirloom blanket, these intricate stitches will keep you engaged from the very first magic ring to the final border.

Intermediate 3-5 Hours

Materials Needed for Kinnedy Nichelle Textured Floral Square Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Approximately 100-120 yards of worsted weight 100% cotton yarn
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    Color A: Soft yellow or neutral pewter for the center
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    Color B: Mint green or vibrant orange for the first petal layer
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    Color C: Deep purple or burnt sienna for the contrast petals
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    Color D: Creamy ivory or olive green for the framing rounds
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    Color E: Dark teal or taupe for the final border highlights

— Tools Required

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    4.5 mm (US 7) crochet hook if you want an 11-inch finished square
  • 02
    5.0 mm (H) crochet hook if you prefer a 12-inch finished square
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    Darning needle for weaving in ends between color changes
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    Stitch markers to help identify corner placements and specific stitches in textured rounds

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— 1. The Center :

Round 1 :

Using Color A, create a double magic circle. ch 3 (this counts as your first dc), then work 7 dc into the ring. Fasten off with an invisible join to the first true dc. (8 dc)

Round 2 :

Attach Color B in any dc. [(2tr-cluster, ch 1, 2tr-cluster) in the dc, ch 1] 8 times. Fasten off with an invisible join. (16 2tr-cluster, 16 ch-1 sp)

— 2. Building the Petals :

Round 3 :

Join Color C in any ch-1 sp. *Work (hdc, dc, tr) into the space, then ch 2. Fold your work toward you and sc into the previous ch-1 sp (to the right of your current petal), inserting the hook from front to back behind the ch-2 you just made. ch 2, sk the next 2tr-cluster. Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (16 petals)

Round 4 :

Join Color B in the ch-2 sp behind any petal. *(sc, ch 3, sc) in the space; ch 3, sk the ch-2 sp behind the next petal; (sc, ch 2, sc) in the next ch-2 sp; ch 3, sk the ch-2 sp behind the next petal. Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (16 sc, 4 ch-2 sp, 12 ch-3 sp)

Round 5 :

Join Color D in any ch-2 sp. *5 dc in the ch-2 sp, sk the sc, ch 1; sc in the next ch-3 sp, sk the sc; shell in the next ch-3 sp, sk the sc; sc in the next ch-3 sp, ch 1, sk the sc. Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (8 sc, 20 dc, 4 shells, 8 ch-1 sp)

— 3. Squaring the Design :

Round 6 :

Join Color E in the first tr of any shell. *BPsc around the next 5 tr, ch 1, sk the picot; BPsc around the next 5 tr, ch 1; sk the next (sc, ch-1 sp). (FPdc, ch 1, FPdc, ch 1) around each of the next 5 dc. sk the next (ch-1 sp, sc). Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (40 BPsc, 40 FPdc, 48 ch-1 sp)

Round 7 :

Join Color B in the first BPsc after a skipped picot. *dc in the next 5 BPsc; ch 1, sk the ch-1 sp. [FPsc around the next 2 FPdc as one, ch 1] 5 times. sk the next ch-1 sp, dc in the next 5 BPsc, ch 1. dc in the ch-3 sp from the Round 5 picot, ch 1. Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (44 dc, 20 FPsc, 32 ch-1 sp)

Round 8 :

Join Color C in the ch-1 sp before any dc worked into a picot. *3 dc in that ch-1 sp; ch 2 for the new corner, sk the dc; 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp. dc in the next 2 dc, hdc in the next dc, sc in the next 2 dc, ch 1. [sc in the next FPsc, sk the ch-1 sp] 4 times. sc in the next FPsc, ch 1, sc in the next 2 dc. hdc in the next dc, dc in the next 2 dc. Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (44 sc, 8 hdc, 40 dc, 4 ch-2 corner sp)

Round 9 :

Join Color D in any corner ch-2 sp. *5 dc in the corner. [sk the next dc, 2 dc in the next dc] twice. sk the next dc, 3 dc in the next hdc. ch 1, sk the next 3 sc. hdc in the next ch-1 sp from Round 6. ch 1, sc in the next 5 sc from Round 8, ch 1. hdc in the next ch-1 sp from Round 6. ch 1, sk the next 3 sc. 3 dc in the next hdc. [sk the next dc, 2 dc in the next dc] twice, sk the next dc. Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (20 sc, 76 dc, 8 hdc, 16 ch-1 sp)

— 4. Texture and Puffs :

Round 10 :

Join Color B in the first dc of any 5-dc corner group. *BPsc around the next 11 sts, marking the 3rd BPsc with a stitch marker. ch 1, sk the next (dc and skipped sc from Rnd 8). dc in the next 2 skipped sc. Back-stitch dc in the next 5 sc. dc in the next 2 skipped sc. ch 1, sk the next (skipped sc from Rnd 8 and dc from Rnd 9). BPsc around the next 6 sts. Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (68 BPsc, 16 dc, 20 dc back-stitch, 8 ch-1 sp)

Round 11 :

Join Color E in any marked stitch. *(2 hdc, ch 2, 2 hdc) in the marked dc and remove marker. hdc in the next 7 BPsc. ch 1, sk the next BPsc. 2 hdc in the ch-1 sp. [sk the next dc, 2 hdc in the next dc] 4 times. sk the next dc, 2 hdc in the next ch-1 sp. ch 1, sk the next BPsc. hdc in the next 7 BPsc. Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (120 hdc, 8 ch-1 sp, 4 ch-2 corner sp)

Round 12 :

Join Color C in any corner ch-2 sp. *(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the corner, ch 1, sk the next 2 hdc. [HPS in the next hdc, ch 1, sk the next 2 hdc] twice. HPS in the next hdc, ch 1, sk the (ch-1 sp and hdc). [HPS in the next hdc, ch 1, sk the next 2 hdc] 3 times. HPS in the next hdc, ch 1, sk the (hdc and ch-1 sp). [HPS in the next hdc, ch 1, sk the next 2 hdc] 3 times. HPS in the next hdc, ch 1, sk the next 2 hdc. Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (16 dc, 40 HPS, 44 ch-1 sp, 4 ch-2 corner sp)

— 5. Finishing the Square :

Round 13 :

Join Color D in any corner ch-2 sp. *(sc, ch 2, sc) in the corner; ch 2, sk the next 2 dc. [long sc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 2, sk the next HPS] 10 times. long sc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 2, sk the next 2 dc. Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (8 sc, 44 long sc, 48 ch-2 sp, 4 ch-2 corner sp)

Round 14 :

Join Color B in any corner ch-2 sp. *(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the corner. [{sk the next sc, 3 dc in the next ch-2 sp} 2 times; sk the next sc, 2 dc in the next ch-2 sp] twice. [sk the next sc, 2 dc in the next ch-2 sp; {sk the next sc, 3 dc in the next ch-2 sp} 2 times] twice. sk the next sc. Repeat from * around. Fasten off with an invisible join. (144 dc, 4 ch-2 corner sp)

Round 15 :

Join Color E in any corner ch-2 sp. *(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the corner. sk the next dc, then dc in each dc across to the next corner. Repeat from * around. Fasten off and weave in all remaining ends. (156 dc, 4 ch-2 corner sp)

Assembly Instructions

  • Begin your square by working your first few rounds into a double magic circle to ensure the center remains tight and secure.
  • When you reach the petal rounds, always fold your work toward the front to easily access the chain spaces located behind the current stitches.
  • Use stitch markers during Round 10 to highlight the 3rd BPsc on each side; this acts as your anchor point for the next round's corner placement.
  • Ensure you use an invisible join for every round to create a seamless finish that hides the start and end of your color changes.
  • Once the square is complete, weave in all your yarn tails securely using a darning needle to prevent the textured stitches from pulling loose.
  • Steam block your finished square to its final dimensions of 11 or 12 inches to open up the stitches and ensure the edges are perfectly straight.

Important Notes

  • 💡This pattern is written using US crochet terminology throughout.
  • 💡The stitch counts provided at the end of each round include all chain spaces within the side, but exclude the corner chain spaces.
  • 💡Using 100% cotton yarn is highly recommended for this project as it provides the crisp stitch definition needed for the post stitches and puffs.
  • 💡If you decide not to change colors between rounds, simply replace the standing stitches with the appropriate number of chains.
  • 💡Blocking is an essential final step for this square to ensure all the layers lay flat and the corners are sharp.

I hope you enjoy every single stitch of this Kinnedy Nichelle square! It is one of those projects that looks incredibly complex but becomes so rewarding once you see the flower blooming in the center. Don't forget to take a moment to admire that rich texture before you move on to the next color. Whether you make one or a dozen, I know your finished project will be absolutely stunning. Happy hooking, and I can't wait to see your color choices! 🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I use acrylic yarn for this square instead of cotton?

You certainly can, but keep in mind that cotton provides much better stitch definition for the post stitches and horizontal puffs. Acrylic may result in a softer, fuzzier look where the intricate details aren't quite as sharp.

How do I make the square larger than 12 inches?

The easiest way to increase the size is to use a larger hook and bulkier yarn, or you can add extra rounds of simple double crochet (following the corner increase pattern) after Round 15 until you reach your desired size.

Is the invisible join really necessary for every round?

While you can use a standard slip stitch join, the invisible join is what gives this square its high-end, professional look. It prevents a visible 'seam' from traveling up the square, which is especially helpful when changing colors frequently.

What is a back-stitch and why is it used here?

In this pattern, the back-stitch is worked between the inverted 'V' of a stitch from the previous round. It creates a beautiful raised ridge that adds a unique architectural element to the square's texture.