Crochet Basket In The Window - 6" Afghan Square

The "Crochet Basket In The Window - 6" Afghan Square" is a delightful and charming pattern that brings a touch of homey warmth to any project. With its intricate design featuring a lovely textured basket weave motif, this square is perfect for adding a cozy and inviting feel to blankets, pillows, or even wall hangings. The pattern provides a fun and engaging crochet experience, making it great for both beginners and experienced crocheters looking for a creative challenge. Whether you're working on a new home decor piece or a special handmade gift, this square is sure to impress with its unique and lovely design.

Materials: W.W. Yarn, H Hook (or size needed for gauge), Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations Used: CH = Chain, DC = Double Crochet, HDC = Half Double Crochet, ST = Stitch, SLPST = Slip Stitch, FPDC = Front Post Double Crochet, TRC = Treble Crochet, SKP = Skip, BEG = Beginning, FO = Fasten Off, BG1 = Beginning Corner 1, C1 = Corner One, BG2 = Beginning Corner 2, C2 = Corner 2, BLO = Back Loop Only

Notes:
ALWAYS SLPST INTO CORNER
Beginning Corner 1 (BG1) = Ch3, DC, CH2, 2DC
Corner 1 (C1) = 2DC,CH2,2DC
Beginning Corner 2 (BG2) = CH2, HDC, CH2, 2HDC
Corner 2 (C2) = 2HDC,CH2,2HDC

Row 1: CH4, join to form loop.
Row 2: CH3, 15DC in loop. Join to BEG CH3.
Row 3: In same spot as joining, CH3, DC, CH2, 2DC. *DC3, do C1.* around and join with a SLPST to BEG CH3.
Row 4: Do BG1. *CH3, FPDC around 4th DC of previous row, CH3, do C1.* repeat for all sides and join with a SLPST to BEG CH3.
Row 5: Do BG1. *CH2, going behind the CH3 of previous row TRC in 1st skipped DC of row 4. TRC in next DC, CH1, (this time hold the CH3 behind your work) TRC in next two DC of previous row, CH2, C1* repeat for all sides and join to BEG CH3.
Row 6: Do BG1. DC in each ST across, doing 2DC in each CH2 spot, work C1 in other three corners, join to BEG CH3 with SLSPT.
Row 7: Do BG2. *HDC, in BLO HDC around, doing C2 in other three corners.* FO and weave in tails.