Take a wander through the wonderful HDC stitch and its many variations with this square.

This square is a HDC Sampler and is made entirely of HDCs, many of its variations, & their combinations. (Chains are also used for some combinations and for corners.)

This written pattern has detailed instructions, as well as lots of of images, tutorials, and tips to help you make it. You’ll also get a print-friendly version when you purchase the pattern.

Size:
The finished square measures 18 in. across.

Depending on your tension, yours may come out bigger or smaller, even if you use the stated yarn and hook size. To adjust the square’s size, you can change your tension, yarn weight, and/or hook size.

Difficulty: Intermediate

Materials Needed:
DK yarn
4mm hook
Scissors
Stitch marker(s) - optional
Yarn needle

Yarn:
Color A - Paintbox Simply DK in Mustard Yellow (75-90 yds.)
Color B - Stylecraft Special DK in Lincoln (165-185 yds.)
Color C - Paintbox Simply DK in Summer Sky Blue (95-110 yds.)
Color D - Paintbox Simply DK in Misty Grey (135-155 yds.)

There are many Special Stitches in this pattern. Detailed instructions are given for Special Stitches.

This pattern also uses Starting and Standing Stitches in place of chains, with detailed instructions provided, though you can use chains if you’d prefer.

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A HUGE thank you to my testers - Annie M., Kami J., Trish P., & Vanessa G.