Free Pattern: Celestial Sunburst Granny Square with Cosmic Swirls

Free Pattern: Celestial Sunburst Granny Square with Cosmic Swirls

Dive into the cosmos with this Celestial Sunburst Granny Square, featuring intricate cosmic swirls and a radiant sunburst center. This pattern is perfect for adding a touch of the universe to your next crochet project. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this guide will help you create a stunning piece that captures the beauty of the galaxy.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: DK weight cotton in the following colors:
  • Midnight Blue
  • Solar Yellow
  • Cosmic Purple
  • Stardust Silver
• Hook: 4.0 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 4 rounds = 4 inches

Step-by-Step Instructions

Round 1:

1. With solar yellow yarn, create a magic ring.
2. Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet).
3. Make 15 double crochets (dc) into the magic ring.
4. Join the round by slip stitching (sl st) to the top of the initial chain 3.
5. You should have a total of 16 dc in this round.

Round 2:

1. Chain 3 (counts as dc), and make 1 dc in the same stitch.
2. In each stitch around, make 2 dc. This will increase your stitch count.
3. Join with a sl st to the top of the chain 3.
4. You should now have 32 dc.

Round 3:

1. Join cosmic purple yarn in any stitch.
2. Chain 3 (counts as dc), and make 1 dc in the same stitch.
3. Now, *dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around.
4. Join with a sl st to the top of the chain 3.
5. You should have 48 dc at the end of this round.

Round 4:

1. Join midnight blue yarn in any stitch.
2. Chain 3 (counts as dc), and make 1 dc in the same stitch.
3. Then, *dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around.
4. Join with a sl st to the top of the chain 3.
5. Your total should now be 64 dc.

Round 5:

1. Join stardust silver yarn in any stitch.
2. Chain 3 (counts as dc), and make 1 dc in the same stitch.
3. Next, *dc in the next 3 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around.
4. Join with a sl st to the top of the chain 3.
5. You should have 80 dc at the end of this round.

Round 6:

1. Chain 1, and make a single crochet (sc) in the same stitch.
2. Now, *chain 5, skip 4 stitches, and sc in the next stitch; repeat from * around.
3. Join with a sl st to the first sc to complete the round.
4. Fasten off your yarn and weave in all ends securely.

Your Celestial Sunburst Granny Square is now complete! Enjoy the beauty of your creation, and consider making multiple squares to create a stunning blanket or wall hanging. Happy crocheting!