We can’t have a new Crochet For Kidneys, without a new pattern can we? Part 1 had the Kidney Granny Square, Part 2 had Hexagon In Bloom and now Part 3 has the Delicate Daisy Square.
You will need double knit or light worsted acrylic yarn in four shades and a 4 mm crochet hook.
I wrote the pattern in US crochet terms. In UK crochet terms, the SC = DC, HDC = HTR, DC = TR, TR = DTR.
Make an adjustable ring (also known as a magic ring). Ch 1, 16 SC in ring, slip stitch to first chain.
Round 1: Chain 11, slip stitch into same sc, *slip stitch into next SC, chain 11, slip stitch into same SC* repeat 14 more times (16 chain loops). Fasten off yarn.
Round 2: Join new colour in chain space of any loop. Ch 1, *SC in chain space, ch 3*. Repeat from * to * 15 more times. Join with a slip stitch to first chain.
Round 3. Chain 3 (count as DC), *3 DC in 3 chain space, DC in SC. Repeat from * to end. 64 DC. Join with a slip stitch to top of turning chain.
Round 4: Chain 2 (count as HDC), 2 HDC, 5 SC, 3 HDC, *[1 TR, 2 DC, 3 chain, 2 DC, 1 TR] in same stitch. Corner made. Skip 2 DC, 3 HDC, 5 SC, 3 HDC, skip 2 DC*. Repeat from * to * three more times. Join with a slip stitch to 3rd chain of turning chain. Fasten off.
You can use this method to turn any circle of 64 stitches, into a square shape.
Round 5: Join new colour to any corner space. Ch 1, *3 SC in corner space, 6 SC, Long SC, SC, Long SC, SC, Long SC, 6 SC.* Repeat from * to * 3 more times. Join with slip stitch to first chain. Fasten off. (Long SC is worked into the DC of round 3).
Round 6: Join new colour to 2nd SC of the three SC worked in corner space. [Chain 3 (count as DC), 2 DC, 3 chain, 3 DC]. Corner made. *DC in each SC and Long SC along to first SC of the three SC worked in the corner space (19 DC). [3 DC, 3 chain, 3 DC] in corner space.* Repeat from * to * two more times. Fasten off and weave away tail ends.
PLEASE NOTE: The squares in these photos are 13cm. To make the square suitable for the Crochet For Kidneys blanket, they need to be 15cm. If your tension is looser than mine, you may reach 15cm by Round 6. If not, do not fasten off round 6 and work as follows:
Round 7: [Chain 3 (count as DC), 2 DC, 3 chain, 3 DC]. Corner made. *DC in each DC of Round 6, [3 DC, 3 chain, 3 DC] in corner space. * Repeat from * to * two more times. Fasten off and weave away tail ends.
I hope you enjoy making this daisy flower square and that you won’t just use it for the Crochet For Kidneys blankets. These squares will make lovely cushions too! With three colours (plus the white border) the pretty colour combinations are endless!
The pattern is also listed on Ravelry here.
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Stunning squares. 🙂 You crochet so well.
Hi. Just wanted to say how excited I am for part 3. I was just wondering how many Strips of 6 do you need for one blanket. I wanted to get my knit and crochet group involved and they will probably want to send some finished blankets. Thanks so much. Your friends from the USA!!!
Oooh wow, you are and your group are stars! I need 9 strips-of-6 for a blanket, so 54 squares in total. I’m so happy that you are excited and want to be a part of Part 3. Thanks a lot! :-)))
Hi Carol,
I am so wanting to help with these squares although I am having problems finding yarn to meet the requirements…..I think. I live in Virginia and I have checked out so many sites and either I do not know what I am looking for or else I am looking at it but can’t see it, you know, sort of like not being able to see the forest for the trees!!! I would greatly appreciate it if you would be able to tell me what kind of yarn you are using and that way I can buy some myself. Thank you so much and have a blessed day!
According to the Yarn Council double knit yarn is light worsted. I hope this helps. http://www.craftyarncouncil.com/weight.html
Hi. I’d be happy to share my choice of yarn for this project. I have in my stash some Caron one pound yarn, it is a #4 weight. This is 16oz.
The other I have is Lion Brand it’s called a pound of love also a #4 weight. 16 oz.
All the yarn is 100% acrylic.
You don’t need to purchase so much and can also buy Red Heart and if you have a Hobby Lobby near you I hear that the “I love this yarn” is also nice to use. I hope this helps.
Let me know if you have any other questions. I’d love to help you.
Take care.
Carol
Thank you so much for getting back to me, 🙂 You are so sweet! I have so much of the Caron #4 weight, actually that is all I really use, although, I was reading the requirements for this “Crochet for Kidneys” is light double knit or light worsted acrylic yarn and a 4mm hook. I know Caron makes a Simply Soft Caron Light, but, I wasn’t paying what the stores around here wanted for it. I did find a site, with a little help from my friends, which sells yarn at a great price, amazing choices of colors and a free shipping policy over $50 – plus…..no tax!!!! Deramores.com. I was able to find some at Michael’s so I will use that until my shipment comes in.
Again, I truly appreciate your kindness and your help, Carol. If there is ever a time I may be able to return this act of kindness please do not hesitate to contact me. Blessings and have a great day!!
Thank you Natasja for this link. I will be sure to save it so I will not have any problems with yarn again, lol!! What I was actually trying to find out is where, in the USA, does Carol find her yarn. Now that I have the yarn council link and explanation I believe I will be able to locate some now. I can’t wait!!! Thanks again!! 🙂
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THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU FOR THE PICTURE! TURNING CIRCLE INTO SQUARE!