Simple Block Pattern...

For the past week, I’ve been working on square blocks to use in a wide variety of patterns that I hope to soon share with you.  These are simple blocks using the HDC stitch and a 5.5mm hook.

Here's a pic of a few of the blocks:

Size:
Each block measures 8” x 8”

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:
Ch:  chain
Sl st:  slip stitch
St:  stitch(es)
SC:  single crochet
HDC:  half double crochet
Rep:  repeat
FO:  fasten off

Materials:
—5.5mm hook
—Red Heart Supersaver Yarn in Cherry Red, White, Soft Navy and Light Blue
—tapestry needle for weaving

Directions:
(for my blanket, you will need to make 5 blocks in each color to = 20 blocks)
1.  Ch25.  HDC in 2nd ch from hook and across.  Ch1 and turn.  (24)
2.  HDC in each st across.  Ch1 and turn.  (24)
3-19.  Rep #2.  (24)
20.  HDC in each st across.  FO and weave ends.
                                           
Block Border:
1.  With white yarn, join with a sl st in any st and Ch1.  Then Sc in same stitch as the Ch1.  Continue to sc in each st around, placing 3 sc st in each corner.  Join with Sl stbtomfirst st and Ch1.
2.  Sc around each st again.  Remember to place 3 sc st in each corner.  Sl St join to first st and FO.  Weave ends.

There's endless possibilities in using this block pattern to make so many projects:  Blankets, pillows, purses/handbags, Washcloth/dishcloth, and so much more.....

I have several projects I'm using this pattern for but for now I'm using this set of blocks to make a toddler/kid blanket.

Happy Crocheting 

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--don't use/claim my pics as your own

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--don't share my pattern electronically or in print format (without prior consent) but provide a link to my blog