Enchanted Forest Bobble Stitch Afghan Square Free Pattern

Enchanted Forest Bobble Stitch Afghan Square Free Pattern

Immerse yourself in the cozy charm of the Enchanted Forest with this intricate bobble stitch afghan square. Perfect for adding a touch of whimsy and texture to your blanket projects, this pattern is designed for beginners who want to create something beautiful and unique. Let's get started!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in forest green, moss, and bark brown
• Hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Gauge: 4 bobble stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches
• Scissors: For cutting yarn
• Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these detailed steps to create your Enchanted Forest Bobble Stitch Afghan Square:

1. Start with a Magic Ring:
   • Wrap the yarn around your fingers to form a loop.
   • Insert your hook into the loop, yarn over, and pull through to create a slip knot.
2. Round 1:
   • Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet).
   • Work 11 double crochets (dc) into the magic ring.
   • Join the round by slip stitching (sl st) into the top of the chain 3. You should have a total of 12 dc.
3. Round 2:
   • Chain 3.
   • In the next stitch, work a bobble stitch:
   • Yarn over, insert hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull through (3 loops on hook).
   • Yarn over, pull through 2 loops (2 loops on hook).
   • Repeat this process 3 more times in the same stitch, then yarn over and pull through all 5 loops on the hook.
   • Now, work 1 dc in the next stitch.
   • Repeat from * around, ending with a slip stitch to join. You will have 6 bobbles and 6 dc.
4. Round 3:
   • Chain 3.
   • In the next bobble stitch, work another bobble stitch.
   • In the next dc, work 2 dc.
   • Repeat from * around, ending with a slip stitch to join. You will have 6 bobbles and 12 dc.
5. Round 4:
   • Chain 3.
   • In the next bobble stitch, work a bobble stitch.
   • In the next 2 dc, work 1 dc in each.
   • Repeat from * around, ending with a slip stitch to join. You will have 6 bobbles and 18 dc.
6. Round 5:
   • Chain 3.
   • In the next bobble stitch, work a bobble stitch.
   • In the next 3 dc, work 1 dc in each.
   • Repeat from * around, ending with a slip stitch to join. You will have 6 bobbles and 24 dc.
7. Round 6:
   • Chain 3.
   • In the next bobble stitch, work a bobble stitch.
   • In the next 4 dc, work 1 dc in each.
   • Repeat from * around, ending with a slip stitch to join. You will have 6 bobbles and 30 dc.
8. Finishing:
   • Fasten off your yarn, leaving a long tail for weaving in.
   • Use a tapestry needle to weave in all loose ends securely.

Your Enchanted Forest Bobble Stitch Afghan Square is now complete! This cozy square measures approximately 12 inches by 12 inches and features a rich forest green base with textured bobble stitches in moss and bark brown, reminiscent of a forest floor. Enjoy adding this beautiful piece to your blanket collection!