{"id":4291,"date":"2026-06-27T03:43:35","date_gmt":"2026-06-27T03:43:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/khflix.net\/?p=4291"},"modified":"2026-06-27T03:43:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-27T03:43:36","slug":"%f0%9f%a7%b6unique-solid-circle-in-a-square-motif-tutorial%f0%9f%92%96%f0%9f%98%8d%f0%9f%8c%ba","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/khflix.net\/?p=4291","title":{"rendered":"\ud83e\uddf6Unique Solid Circle-in-a-Square Motif Tutorial\ud83d\udc96\ud83d\ude0d\ud83c\udf3a"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

That’s a lovely request! As a beginner, mastering a unique motif that still uses simple techniques is very rewarding. I’ll provide a tutorial for the “Solid Circle-in-a-Square Motif,”<\/strong> which creates a striking geometric contrast (a solid circle surrounded by sharp square corners) using only single crochet (sc) and double crochet (dc).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This motif is unique, super easy, and perfect for joining into blankets or pillows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2b55\ufe0f Unique Solid Circle-in-a-Square Motif Tutorial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This motif is worked in two distinct phases: first, creating a solid, flat circle, and second, establishing the sharp square corners around it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Materials You’ll Need<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Yarn:<\/strong> Medium-weight yarn (worsted\/size 4) is easiest to handle.\n
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    • Tip: Using two colors (Color A for the circle, Color B for the square frame) makes the design truly unique.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Crochet Hook:<\/strong> The size appropriate for your yarn (e.g., 5.0 mm or H\/8).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Scissors, Tapestry Needle.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Key Crochet Terms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
      Abbreviation<\/strong><\/td>Stitch Name<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
      ch<\/strong><\/td>Chain<\/td><\/tr>
      sl st<\/strong><\/td>Slip Stitch<\/td><\/tr>
      sc<\/strong><\/td>Single Crochet<\/td><\/tr>
      hdc<\/strong><\/td>Half Double Crochet<\/td><\/tr>
      dc<\/strong><\/td>Double Crochet<\/td><\/tr>
      tr<\/strong><\/td>Treble Crochet (Triple Crochet)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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      Part 1: Creating the Solid Circle (Color A)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      This is the central, unique element of the motif.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Round 1: Foundation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Start:<\/strong> With Color A<\/strong>, make a Magic Ring<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Base:<\/strong> ch 3<\/strong> (counts as dc). Work 11 dc<\/strong> into the Magic Ring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Finish:<\/strong> Pull the tail tight. Join with a sl st<\/strong> to the top of the ch 3. (12 sts).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Round 2: Expanding the Circle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        1. ch 3<\/strong> (counts as dc). Work 2 dc<\/strong> into the same stitch (increase<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Work 2 dc<\/strong> in every stitch around the circle. (You are doubling the stitches).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Finish:<\/strong> Join with a sl st<\/strong> to the top of the beginning ch 3. (24 sts).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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          Round 3: Maintaining the Circle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          1. ch 3<\/strong> (counts as dc). Work 1 dc<\/strong> in the same stitch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. Work [1 dc in the next st, 2 dc in the next st (increase)]<\/strong> around the circle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          3. Finish:<\/strong> Join with a sl st<\/strong> to the top of the beginning ch 3. Fasten off Color A<\/strong>. (36 sts).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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            Part 2: Squaring the Circle (Color B)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            We now join the second color and introduce taller stitches to pull the circular shape into sharp corners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Round 4: Establishing Corners (Color B)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            1. Join:<\/strong> Join Color B<\/strong> into any stitch with a sl st<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. First Side (Short):<\/strong> ch 1<\/strong>. Work sc<\/strong> in the same stitch. Work sc<\/strong> in the next 4 stitches<\/strong>. (5 sc total).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            3. Second Side (Medium):<\/strong> Work hdc<\/strong> in the next 5 stitches<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            4. Third Side (Long):<\/strong> Work dc<\/strong> in the next 5 stitches<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            5. First Corner:<\/strong> Work tr<\/strong> in the next stitch. ch 2<\/strong>. Work tr<\/strong> in the next stitch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            6. Repeat the Corner Sequence:<\/strong>\n
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              • Work dc<\/strong> in the next 5 stitches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Work hdc<\/strong> in the next 5 stitches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Work sc<\/strong> in the next 5 stitches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Corner:<\/strong> tr<\/strong> in the next st, ch 2<\/strong>, tr<\/strong> in the next st.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Repeat this sequence until you reach the start of the round. (You will end right before the initial sc stitches).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Finish:<\/strong> Join with a sl st<\/strong> to the first sc.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                Round 5: Final Edge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                This round cleans up the edges and completes the square.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                1. ch 3<\/strong> (counts as dc). Work dc<\/strong> in every stitch along the side until you reach the ch-2 corner space<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                2. Corner:<\/strong> Work [3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc]<\/strong> into the ch-2 corner space<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                3. Repeat:<\/strong> Work [dc in every stitch across the side, Corner Shell (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc)]<\/strong> around the square.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                4. Finish:<\/strong> Join with a sl st<\/strong> to the top of the beginning ch 3. Fasten off.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                  Finishing the Motif<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                  1. Weave in Ends:<\/strong> Use your tapestry needle to securely weave in all tails.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  2. Blocking:<\/strong> Blocking is important for this motif. Wet the square and gently pull the sides and corners into a perfect square shape, pinning them down. This process enhances the sharp contrast between the rounded center and the defined corners.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                    Your unique Solid Circle-in-a-Square Motif<\/strong> is complete!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Video tutorial:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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