{"id":10693,"date":"2025-12-11T07:11:59","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T07:11:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/?p=10693"},"modified":"2025-12-11T07:12:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T07:12:00","slug":"unique-crochet-pattern-like-snowflakes%e2%9d%97%ef%b8%8fsquare-motif-tutorial-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/?p=10693","title":{"rendered":"Unique Crochet Pattern Like Snowflakes\u2757\ufe0fSquare Motif Tutorial (For Beginners)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hello! below is a clear, beginner-friendly<\/strong>, round-by-round text tutorial that produces a delicate snowflake-style<\/em> medallion converted into a joinable square. Uses US<\/strong> terms. Counts\/checks after key rounds so you can verify as you go. Perfect for ornaments, runners, shawls or a lacy blouse when joined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Materials & finished size<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Yarn:<\/strong> fingering \u2192 DK (for crisp snowflakes use cotton or mercerized cotton; for wearable panels use DK cotton-blend or soft acrylic).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Hook:<\/strong> 1.75\u20133.5 mm for thread\/fine yarn; 3.5\u20134.5 mm for DK.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Notions:<\/strong> tapestry needle, blocking pins\/mat or towel, rust-proof pins, scissors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Finished motif (blocked):<\/strong> approx 8\u201313 cm \/ 3\u20135 in<\/strong> depending on yarn & hook. Make 1 test motif to confirm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Abbreviations (US)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • ch = chain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • sl st = slip stitch<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • sc = single crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • hdc = half double crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • dc = double crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • tr = treble crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • pic = picot (ch 3, sl st into base)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • sp = space<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • st(s) = stitch(es)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • rep = repeat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Pattern overview (concept)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Worked in rounds from center out: a small center \u2192 chain loops forming snowflake points \u2192 decorative ribs\/arches \u2192 tidy round \u2192 optional side & corner loops to square the motif \u2192 scalloped\/picot outer round used for Join-As-You-Go. Blocking is essential to open the snowflake lace and make a crisp square.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Round-by-round (work rounds joined with sl st)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      Work and join rounds with a sl st unless otherwise noted. After each Check:<\/strong> confirm counts.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

      Round 1 \u2014 tiny center (magic ring)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Make a magic ring<\/strong>. ch 3 (counts as dc). Work 15 dc<\/strong> into the ring. (ch-3 + 15 dc = 16 dc<\/strong>.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Pull ring closed, sl st to top of ch-3 to join.
        Check:<\/strong> 16 dc.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        Round 2 \u2014 loop foundation (snowflake spokes)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        1. ch 5, skip next dc, sl st in next dc<\/em> \u2014 repeat around.
          \u2192 You\u2019ll make 8 ch-5 loops<\/strong> (spokes) because there are 16 dc and you anchor every other dc. Join with sl st.
          Check:<\/strong> 8 evenly spaced ch-5 spokes.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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          Round 3 \u2014 small anchors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          1. Into each ch-5 loop work: (sc, ch 3, sc)<\/strong> to make a small anchored loop. Join.
            Check:<\/strong> 8 little anchored loop motifs<\/strong> around the center.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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            Round 4 \u2014 snowflake points (long points)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            1. In each ch-5 loop work one point cluster all into the same loop<\/strong>:
              (sc, hdc, 5 dc, tr, 5 dc, hdc, sc)<\/strong>.\n
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              • This makes a pointed snowflake arm with a tall center (tr). Use 7 dc + tr<\/strong> for a fuller point if you prefer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Sl st to next ch-5 loop and repeat for all 8. Join.
                Check:<\/strong> 8 long pointed arms<\/strong> radiating out.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                Round 5 \u2014 tidy round (flatten & frame)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                1. Rejoin between arms. Work sc<\/strong> evenly around the bases of the arms to form a tidy circular frame \u2014 distribute roughly 8\u201312 sc<\/strong> per arm area (adjust to keep the round flat).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                2. Join with sl st.
                  Check:<\/strong> smooth circular boundary, not ruffled.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                  Round 6 \u2014 lacy arches \/ webbing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                  1. From the outer edge of an arm: sl st to outer tip \u2192 ch 7 \u2192 anchor into the sc round between the next arms with (tr, ch 2, tr)<\/strong> or (tr, ch 2, tr, ch 2, tr)<\/strong> depending on how lacy you want it.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  2. Repeat around to create 8 arches<\/strong> linking arms and producing the snowflake web. Join.
                    Check:<\/strong> 8 arches<\/strong> forming the outer lace ring.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                    Round 7 \u2014 decorative ribs inside arches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                    1. Into each chain-arch work: sl st to arch base \u2192 ch 3 \u2192 dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc \u2192 ch 3 \u2192 sl st into arch base.<\/em>\n
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                      • Simpler: 3 dc separated by ch-1<\/strong> across each arch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Repeat all around and join. These ribs add the snowflake texture.
                        Check:<\/strong> each arch has 3 inner ribs<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                        Round 8 \u2014 convert circle \u2192 square (side & corner loops) \u2014 recommended<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                        1. Mark four quarter points (every 2 arms<\/strong> = 90\u00b0). Rejoin at a quarter marker.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        2. Work each side between corners with identical counts. Example distribution (adjust to motif size):
                          sc 8, (sc, ch 4, sc) \u00d7 2 (side loops), sc 8 \u2192 ch 6 (corner loop).<\/strong>\n
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                          • The goal: make the side lengths match on all 4 sides so tiles join squarely. Choose X & Y so the side looks even for your yarn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Repeat for four sides, join and fasten off or continue.
                            Check:<\/strong> motif has 4 ch-6 corner loops<\/strong> and matching side loops \u2014 blocks into a square.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                            Round 9 \u2014 outer scallop & picot finish (join round)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                            1. Rejoin and work a delicate scalloped\/picot edge around the outside. Example repeat: sc 3, (pic: ch 3, sl st into same st), sc 4<\/em> across each small side section \u2014 tweak counts to make scallops lie flat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            2. This round is ideal for Join-As-You-Go<\/strong>: when your new motif meets a finished neighbour, replace that picot\/sl st with sl st into the corresponding stitch\/picot of the finished motif<\/strong> to join.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            3. Join, fasten off, weave in ends.
                              Check:<\/strong> scallops & picots even; motif looks snowflake-lacy after blocking.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                              Blocking & stiffening (important for snowflake look)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                              • Pin the motif to blocking board\/towel, stretching each arm and arch to a symmetric shape. Pin corner ch-6 loops out to square it. Pin every picot for sharp points.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              • Mist with water and let dry fully. For ornaments or display, use light spray starch or dilute PVA (1 part PVA : 3 parts water) to stiffen \u2014 test on a scrap first. For garments skip heavy stiffening.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                Join methods & projects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                                Join-As-You-Go (JAYG) \u2014 recommended for a flat fabric<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                                • Make first motif complete. For each new motif work rounds up to Round 9. On Round 9 (outer scallop) when you reach a point that meets an existing finished motif, sl st into the corresponding stitch\/picot of the neighbour<\/strong> instead of making the standalone picot. Work around to attach sides and corners as you build rows. This gives tidy, flat joins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                  Sew-after (block then sew)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                                  • Make & block all motifs. Pin layout, then sew with matching yarn using a mattress stitch or neat whipstitch through the side-loop anchors or outer sc round. Good if you want to rearrange layout before joining.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                    Project ideas:<\/strong> ornaments, a snowflake garland, runners (1\u00d7N or 2\u00d7N), shawls (rectangular or triangular layouts), or a lacy blouse made of joined squares (JAYG recommended).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                    Stitch counts & quick checks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                                    • R1: 16 dc<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • R2: 8 ch-5 spokes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • R4: 8 long arms<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • R6: 8 arches<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • R8: 4 corner ch-6 loops<\/strong> + matching side loops (user chosen counts).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                      If a count is off, undo to the last correct round and fix \u2014 it’s easier to keep joins accurate that way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                      Troubleshooting & tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                                      • Arms too short \/ droopy:<\/strong> increase center cluster (use 7 dc instead of 5) or lengthen arch chains, then block firmly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Motif cups\/ruffles:<\/strong> shorten arch chains (ch-6 instead of ch-7) or reduce sc in tidy round; try slightly larger hook for arch rounds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Squares not lining up:<\/strong> ensure Round 8 side sc\/loop counts are identical<\/strong> on every motif before joining. That\u2019s the most common cause of misalignment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Picot\/joins loose:<\/strong> use slightly firmer tension on joining sl sts or add an extra sl st for reinforcement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Want a crisper snowflake ornament:<\/strong> use smaller hook and cotton thread, then stiffen after blocking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                        Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                                        • Smaller delicate snowflake:<\/strong> use crochet thread + 1.5\u20131.75 mm hook and reduce point dcs to 3 dc<\/code> each side of the center tr.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Bolder lacy tile:<\/strong> use DK yarn and larger hook; increase R4 5 dc<\/code> \u2192 7 dc<\/code> and make arch chains longer (ch-9).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Two-colour:<\/strong> work rounds 1\u20134 in Color A (arms), switch to Color B for arches & square conversion to highlight the web.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Beaded snowflake:<\/strong> thread tiny beads onto yarn and place one at each picot or on the tr of each arm for sparkle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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