Alphabet Blocks
Materials needed:
Crochet Hook Size H8 (5 mm) Scraps of yarn, any color, any weight Yarn Needle Cotton batting
Gauge:
In pattern, 16 sc and 18 rows = 4 inches (gauge is not critical, samples may vary) Finished dimensions: 4.5 x 4.5 in (again samples may vary)
Instructions:
I embrace randomness with this pattern - aside from a few key principles, each block is made of unique letterforms. I make squares between projects, using leftover yarn. You'll find slight variances between squares, which is fine - mix and match to make squares or rectangles of different sizes.
Step 1:
Choose two shades of yarn in relatively similar weights. You'll need very little - about an ounce of each color.
Step 2:
Work the main pattern (a simple sc square made of 21 rows and 19 sc), referring to letter grids to make the letter of your choice.
Letter Square Pattern:
Ch 20. R1: Skip first ch, work 1 sc in each remaining ch across. Ch 1, turn. (19 sc worked) R2-20: Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. (19 sc) R21: Sc in each st across. Fasten off. (32 sc)
Finishing:
Select 6 squares of similar sizes. Using either a yarn and thread or sc, st sides together, working a few extra sts into each corner for extra security. Work 5 sides into an open cube, then stuff with cotton batting. Continue sewing remaining piece into place. Weave in any loose ends.
2013 Alicia Bergin Author of The Crochet to Go Deck, available for Kindle at amazon.com.
