This square is a more simplistic add-on to the Secret Garden square collection. It uses the wattle stitch in the interior and post stitches to create the floral texture along the edges.

This crochet pattern is available for FREE on my website, (visit pattern website link above), or you can download it here on Ravelry as a print-optimized, ad-free PDF.

Difficulty:
Easy/Intermediate
Techniques used: post stitches, shell stitches, cross stitches, 3dc cluster stitches

Materials Needed:
5mm (H) hook, or hook needed to obtain gauge
135-150 yds #4 worsted weight Red Heart With Love in Eggshell, or the color of your choice.
Yarn needle
Scissors
(Optional) Stitch markers

Stitches Used:
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
BPsc = back post single crochet
BPhdc = back post half double crochet
BPdc = back post double crochet

Additional Terms:
Cross Stitch = sk st, dc in next st, cross over st just made, dc in skipped st.
sk = skip
st/sts = stitch/stitches
sp/sps = space/spaces

Gauge:
Center of square should measure 7 1/2” by 7 1/2” before edging section is started.

Measurements:
12” x 12”

Additional Notes:
-ch 1 at beginning of row or round does not count as a stitch.
-See notes in pattern for more information.