Free Pattern: Cosmic Heartbeat Granny Square

Free Pattern: Cosmic Heartbeat Granny Square

Dive into the cosmos with this Cosmic Heartbeat Granny Square, where celestial motifs meet the warmth of a classic heart shape. Perfect for adding a touch of the universe to your next crochet project.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: DK weight, cosmic-themed variegated yarn
• Crochet Hook: 4.0 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 4 rounds = 4 inches in pattern

Step-by-Step Instructions

Round 1:

1. Start with a magic ring. To create a magic ring, wrap the yarn around your fingers to form a loop, then pull the working yarn through the loop.
2. Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet).
3. In the magic ring, crochet 2 double crochets (dc).
4. Chain 2.
5. Repeat the following sequence two more times: 3 dc into the ring, ch 2.
6. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the top of the initial chain 3. You should have 12 dc and 4 ch-2 spaces.

Round 2:

1. Slip stitch into the next dc to position your hook.
2. Chain 3, then crochet 2 dc in the same stitch.
3. Chain 1.
4. For the next part, repeat the following sequence around: 3 dc in the next ch-2 space, ch 2, 3 dc in the same space, ch 1.
5. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the initial chain 3. You should have 24 dc, 4 ch-2 spaces, and 4 ch-1 spaces.

Round 3:

1. Slip stitch into the next dc to position your hook.
2. Chain 3, then crochet 2 dc in the same stitch.
3. Chain 1.
4. In the next ch-1 space, crochet 3 dc, then chain 1.
5. Repeat the following sequence around: 3 dc in the next ch-2 space, ch 2, 3 dc in the same space, ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 space, ch 1.
6. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the initial chain 3. You should have 36 dc, 4 ch-2 spaces, and 8 ch-1 spaces.

Round 4:

1. Slip stitch into the next dc to position your hook.
2. Chain 3, then crochet 2 dc in the same stitch.
3. Chain 1.
4. In the next ch-1 space, crochet 3 dc, then chain 1.
5. Repeat the following sequence around: 3 dc in the next ch-2 space, ch 2, 3 dc in the same space, ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 space, ch 1.
6. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the initial chain 3. You should have 48 dc, 4 ch-2 spaces, and 12 ch-1 spaces.

Round 5:

1. To form the heart shape, slip stitch to the middle dc of the next group of 3 dc.
2. Chain 3, then crochet 2 dc in the same stitch.
3. Chain 1, then crochet 3 dc in the next ch-1 space, chain 1.
4. Repeat the following sequence around: 3 dc in the next ch-1 space, chain 1 for three more times, then crochet 3 dc in the next ch-2 space, chain 2, and 3 dc in the same space.
5. Continue this pattern until you complete the round, ensuring to maintain the heart shape by alternating between the ch-1 and ch-2 spaces.
6. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the initial chain 3.
7. Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

Your Cosmic Heartbeat Granny Square is now complete! Enjoy the vibrant colors and the celestial design that adds a unique touch to any project.