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🧶 31 Days of Squares: Day 1 – The Simple DC Square

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P.S. This project originally started as a wild idea to crochet 365 squares in a year. I made it to 33. 😅 These first 31 are getting a second chance to shine—refreshed, frogged, and fabulous!

Welcome to Day 1 of our 31 Days of Squares crochet challenge! 💪 I'm kicking things off with a super simple, super satisfying square: the classic double crochet block. Perfect for scrap blankets, easy to memorize, and it works up fast—which is good because, let’s be honest… I started this project behind. 😅

My goal? One square per day. Each square will be 8 inches so they’ll stitch together like a dream later. No complicated motifs or counting headaches—just one soothing square at a time.

✨ Let's Start Easy – The DC Square Pattern

To stay on track (and feel like a winner), I’m reusing a favorite square that inspired this whole challenge. It’s simple, sturdy, and already tested in a previous, never-finished Christmas blanket. Classic move, right?

All squares in this series will be the same size. Why 8 inches? Honestly… I don’t remember. But we’re going with it! 😄

Grab some worsted weight yarn and let’s roll.

Scrap Blanket Squares

🧵 Pattern: Simple Double Crochet (DC) Square

I like to use a chainless standing double crochet (CSDC) at the start of each row, but you can chain 2 if that’s more your speed.

  1. Chain 24 (or 26 if you’re chaining 2 at the beginning of your rows).
  2. DC in each stitch across (24 stitches).
  3. Turn. CSDC or ch 2, then DC across.
  4. Repeat until you have 13 rows—or however many rows you need to make it square.
  5. Tie off and weave in ends.

🎉 That’s it! One done, 30 to go.

🧶 Pro Tip

Don’t just crochet over the ends! I know it’s tempting, but for blankets and other well-loved items, always weave in your ends securely. Crocheting over them might seem quicker, but it doesn’t hold up to repeated use (or washes).

🪡 Blocking: Yay or Nay?

If this blanket is for you, you can get away with a quick hand-block. I usually spritz with a bit of water and shape by hand. But if you’re gifting or selling your squares, use a blocking board for consistency. Matching sizes = cozy success.

✂️ One More Thing…

Before you celebrate your first finished square, double check those ends! Weaving as you go is smart, but if you’re like me, you probably missed one or two. Go ahead and tidy them up while the square’s fresh.

💬 Are You Crocheting Along?

If you’re joining me, I’d LOVE to see your squares! Tag me on TikTok or Instagram and use #AnnsDailyCrochetSquares so I can cheer you on and share your work.

🔖 Resources

  • Inspiration: My own forgotten scrap blanket. Proof that even WIPs gone rogue can spark a fun crochet adventure.

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