Welcome to Grandma’s Crafts! I’m so happy you are here today. Today I found a crochet square that immediately caught my attention because of its beautiful raised texture and the way the stitches seem to burst out from the center.
You know how much we love sharing beautiful things from the handmade world here at Grandma’s Crafts, and this is one of those patterns we simply had to share with you. This lovely design was created by Robin from Hooked by Robin, and we’ve also included the video tutorial from her wonderful channel so you can follow along visually.
We’re sharing it here because we believe beautiful handmade ideas deserve to be discovered and passed along, especially when they are this charming. For the complete written instructions, materials, and all the original pattern details, be sure to visit Robin’s website using the link we’ve provided below.
This is the Puff Post Square by the lovely Robin from Hooked by Robin, a lovely crochet motif that combines puff stitches, post stitches, and a classic square shape. It has that wonderful three-dimensional look that makes even a simple color combination feel much more interesting.
What I really like about this square is how different it looks depending on the colors you choose. You could make the entire motif in one shade for a softer, more textured look, or change colors between rounds to highlight the starburst effect in the center.
Robin has shared the complete written pattern on her website, so rather than repeating her instructions here, I’m going to send you directly to the original tutorial where you can follow her pattern.
One of the nicest things about textured granny squares like this one is that you do not need a complicated color palette to make them interesting. The stitches are already doing so much of the work.
A combination of cream and beige would make a beautiful neutral blanket, while brighter shades could give the square a completely different personality. I can also imagine this one looking gorgeous with a darker center surrounded by progressively lighter colors.
And because each square is a relatively small project, this is the kind of pattern where you can experiment without committing to an entire blanket first. Make one square, change the colors, make another, and suddenly you may find yourself with enough motifs for a whole project.
The raised puff stitches are really what make this design special. They create little ridges extending outward from the center, giving the finished square that dimensional appearance that photographs so beautifully.
VIDEO TUTORIAL
From the Hooked by Robin YouTube channel. Watch below
If you are more comfortable learning crochet visually, a video tutorial can also be very helpful with a square like this. Post stitches sometimes sound more complicated when written down than they actually are once you see where the hook needs to go.
What Can You Make With Puff Post Squares?
Of course, the first thing I imagine is a blanket. A whole collection of these squares joined together would create a beautiful textured surface without needing a complicated border or additional decoration.
But you could also use a smaller number of squares for cushion covers, tote bags, table runners, or even smaller decorative projects around the home.
I especially like the idea of making each square with the same background color while changing the center. It would keep the finished project coordinated while still giving every motif its own little personality.
If you decide to try this square, make sure to visit Hooked by Robin for the complete written instructions. Robin created the original Puff Post Square pattern and has a very clear tutorial showing exactly how the motif comes together.
I hope this square gives you a little inspiration for your next crochet project. Sometimes all it takes is one interesting stitch combination to make you want to pull out your yarn basket and start experimenting with colors again.
And if you end up making several of these, I have a feeling stopping at just one square might be the hardest part. 🧶
