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African Patchwork Afghan : Crochet Large Flower Blanket Square 03
Flower Patchwork Blanket Square Pattern 3, a vibrant floral motif from the African Flowers Patchwork collection. This square is designed to blend beautifully with the other motifs in the blanket, creating a bold, colorful patchwork effect.
Whether you’re making a single sample square or working toward the full blanket, this design offers a satisfying mix of texture, petals, and decorative stitches.
HOOK
3.5 mm Crochet Hook
YARN
Double Crochet (DK) Cotton Yarn
Double Crochet (DK) Cotton Yarn
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INTRODUCTION
About This Pattern
Welcome to Flower Blanket Square Pattern 3, a vibrant floral motif from the African Flowers Patchwork collection. This square is designed to blend beautifully with the other motifs in the blanket, creating a bold, colorful patchwork effect.
Whether you’re making a single sample square or working toward the full blanket, this design offers a satisfying mix of texture, petals, and decorative stitches.
What You’ll Find on This Page
- A free square pattern written crochet pattern (US terminology)
- Round-by-round instructions
- Stitch guidance
- Suggested yarn & hook details
- Helpful tips for colors and finishing
Skill Level : Intermediate
Confident beginners are welcome to try this square, especially with patience and careful stitch counting.
Finished Square Size
Approx. 30 × 30 cm / (11 × 11 inches)
Size may vary slightly depending on yarn, tension, and hook choice.
Yarn & Materials
- Hook: 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn: DK (Double Knit) cotton yarn
- Other Notions
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers (optional)
Color Notes
This square works beautifully with:
- Bold contrasting shades
- Soft harmonious palettes
- Scrap yarn combinations
For best results, keep yarn weight consistent across all rounds.
Yarn Estimate (Per Square) : Approx. 150–180 m of DK yarn
Actual usage depends on:
- Number of color changes
- Stitch tension
- Border choices
- Managing Yarn Ends
Flower squares typically involve multiple color changes.
Helpful tips:
- Weave ends in as you go
- Leave slightly longer tails
- Secure neatly under stitches
- Pull cotton tails snugly
Staying on top of ends prevents a large finishing workload later.
COMPLETE PROJECT INVENTORY
Materials, Yardage Breakdown & Fiber Selection
Engineered for stash-busting joy or a disciplined heirloom palette. Every yardage estimate includes our recommended 10% tension buffer so you never run out on round 6 of the final corner.
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SIZING
Size Information
Finished Square Size
Approx. 30 × 30 cm / (11 × 11 inches)
Size may vary slightly depending on yarn, tension, and hook choice.
STITCHES
Quick Stitch Guide
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US Stitch Terminology : Abbreviations
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2 Double Crochet - 2dc
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Back Post Half Double Crochet - bphdc
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Chain Stitch - ch
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Chain Space - ch-sp
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Double Crochet - dc
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Front Post Double Crochet - fpdc
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Front Post Single Crochet - fpsc
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Front Post Treble Crochet - fptr
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Half Double Crochet - hdc
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Next - nxt
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Puff Stitch - puff
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Repeat from * - rep from *
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Single Crochet - sc
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Shell Stitch - sh
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Slip Stitch - sl st
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Space After - sp after
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Space Before - sp before
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Stitches - sts
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Treble Crochet - tr
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V Stitch - v st
All stitch instructions are available in both US Crochet Terminology and UK Crochet Terminology, making it easy to follow along using the terms you are most familiar with.
If you are new to any of the stitches used in this pattern, we recommend reviewing the relevant stitch guide before starting. Each guide includes step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stitch terminology conversions where applicable.
Take your time, practice any unfamiliar stitches, and most importantly—enjoy the process of creating your blanket one row at a time.
Front Post Single Crochet - fpsc
UK : fpdc - Front post double crochet
AFR : vbkb / vskb - Voorste Kortbeen(tjies) / Voor Stam Kortbeen(tjies) / voorpaal enkelhekel
UK : fpdc - Front post double crochet
AFR : vbkb / vskb - Voorste Kortbeen(tjies) / Voor Stam Kortbeen(tjies) / voorpaal enkelhekel
1. Insert hook front→back→front around the post of stitch below.
2. Yarn over, pull up loop (2 loops).
3. Yarn over, pull through both loops.
FREE PATTERN
Step by Step
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Round 12
Join color in any stitch from round before.
Chain 4 - counts as 1dc + ch1, 1dc into the same space, skip 2 sts,
1dc in next st, ch2, 1dc in the same st, skip 2,
*1dc in nxt st, ch1, 1dc in same stitch ( Vst) , 1dc in nxt st, ch2, 1dc in same stitch repeat from * around,
Join with slip stitch into the starting chain stitch.
( 18 x 1dc,ch1,1dc, sk2, 1dc,ch1,1dc, sk2 ) (36 x Vsts)
Round 12
Join color in any stitch from round before.
Chain 4 - counts as 1dc + ch1, 1dc into the same space, skip 2 sts,
1dc in next st, ch2, 1dc in the same st, skip 2,
*1dc in nxt st, ch1, 1dc in same stitch ( Vst) , 1dc in nxt st, ch2, 1dc in same stitch repeat from * around,
Join with slip stitch into the starting chain stitch.
( 18 x 1dc,ch1,1dc, sk2, 1dc,ch1,1dc, sk2 ) (36 x Vsts)
Round 14
Join color in corner chain space, ch5, counts as 1tr + ch1 in the repeat below,
*1tr, ch1, 1tr, ch2, 1tr, ch1, 1tr, in corner chain space,
sk1, 1tr, ch1, 1tr, in next st, skip 2,
- 1dc,ch1, dc in next st, skip 2, repeat for next 9 x 3sts sets, sk1, 1tr, ch1, 1tr, sk1 -
repeat from * around for next 3 sides. Slip stitch in starting chain st.
(4 x 14 Vsts, ch2, )
Round 15
Join in corner chain space, ch3 - counts as firs dc of 3dc in the repeat below
*3dc, ch2, 3dc in corner ch-sp, 3dc in next 14 ch-sps.
Repeat from * 3 more times per side.
Join with slip stitch in starting chain space. Finish off tail, work ends.
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Hi, I'm Linda, the designer behind Stouto Creative Crochet. I create original crochet patterns inspired by colour, texture, and the joy of handmade crafts.
Each pattern is personally designed, written, tested, and photographed to provide clear instructions and an enjoyable crochet experience. My goal is to help crocheters of all skill levels create beautiful projects they can be proud of.
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