Round 4 (Petal and Background Colors):
Start with the petal color. Chain 2 or 3 and increase in the third stitch. Repeat the pattern around, adding a slip stitch and leaving a long loop.
Switch to the background color, turning 2 double crochets into 3. Repeat the pattern, joining with a slip stitch and leaving a long loop.
Round 5 (Petal and Background Colors):
Increase the number of double crochets in the petals from 4 to 5. Repeat the pattern around, joining with a slip stitch and leaving a long loop.
Round 6 (Petal and Background Colors):
Finish the petals with a shell stitch in the middle double crochet. Repeat the pattern around, joining with a slip stitch and leaving a long loop.
Round 7 (Petal and Background Colors):
Use the background color to increase 2 double crochets to 3. Work around, forming corners with double crochets, chain 1, double crochets. Join with a slip stitch and leave a long loop.
Round 8 (Background Color):
Chain 2 for the first half double crochet. Work half double crochets around, forming corners with double crochets, chain 1, double crochets. Join with a slip stitch and fasten off if desired.
Optional Single Crochet Border:
Add a single crochet around the edge, including one in each chain-1 space of the corners. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Congratulations! You’ve completed the Retro Daisy Square crochet pattern. Feel free to adjust the color combinations and stitch counts as needed.
Retro Daisy Square Crochet Pattern
As you immerse yourself in the rhythmic dance of crochet hooks and yarn, the Retro Daisy Square emerges as a testament to the enduring appeal of vintage-inspired crafts. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a novice eager to learn, this pattern invites you to weave a tapestry that transcends time.
Embrace the beauty of the Retro Daisy Square, and let your crafting journey become a celebration of tradition and innovation. Unleash your creativity, and watch as the past and present intertwine in every stitch, creating a masterpiece that will be cherished for generations to come. Happy crocheting!