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Step-by-Step Guide to Crocheting the Beautiful Lily Pad Square

Dawn VanBlargan
Feb 22
4 min read

Updated: Feb 24

Crocheting a Lily Pad Crochet Square Pattern is a rewarding project for anyone who loves creating intricate and eye-catching crochet squares. This pattern combines delicate petals and loops to form a unique square that stands out in any blanket, pillow, or decorative piece. If you enjoy working with layers and textures, this guide will walk you through each round with clear instructions and helpful tips.

Getting Started with the Foundation Ring

The foundation ring sets the stage for the entire Lily Pad Crochet Square Pattern. Using yarn A, chain 8 and join with a slip stitch to form a ring. This simple circle will be the base for the first round of stitches.

Round 1: Creating the Base Petals

Chain 6 (counts as 1 double crochet and chain 3)
Work 1 double crochet into the ring, chain 3, repeat this 7 times
Join with a slip stitch into the 3rd chain of the initial chain 6

At the end of this round, you will have 8 evenly spaced double crochets with chain-3 spaces between them. Break off yarn A to prepare for the next color.

Building the Petals with Yarn B

Joining yarn B to any chain-3 space, you will create the first set of petals.

Round 2: Forming the Petals

Into the same chain-3 space, work: 1 single crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochets, chain 2, 1 single crochet
Repeat this petal pattern into each of the remaining 7 chain-3 spaces
Do not join at the end of this round

You should now have 8 petals surrounding the foundation ring.

Round 3: Adding Loops Behind Petals

Chain 5
Working behind the petals, skip 1 petal, then single crochet into the top of the next single crochet from round 2
Repeat this pattern around, creating 8 chain-5 loops
Do not join at the end

These loops add a delicate layer behind the petals and prepare the square for the next set of petals.

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Expanding the Petals and Loops

Round 4: Larger Petals in Chain-5 Loops

Into each chain-5 loop, work: 1 single crochet, chain 2, 5 double crochets, chain 2, 1 single crochet
Repeat for all 8 loops
Do not join at the end

This round creates larger petals that give the square more dimension.

Round 5: Chain-7 Loops Behind Larger Petals

Chain 7
Working behind petals, skip 1 petal, single crochet into the next single crochet from round 3
Repeat to create 8 chain-7 loops
Do not join at the end

These longer loops add elegance and space for the final petal layer.

Round 6: Final Petals in Chain-7 Loops

Into each chain-7 loop, work: 1 single crochet, chain 2, 7 double crochets, chain 2, 1 single crochet
Join with slip stitch into the first single crochet
Break off yarn B

This round completes the layered petal effect that defines the Lily Pad Crochet Square Pattern.

Shaping the Square with Yarn C

Round 7: Forming Corners and Edges

Join yarn C to any single crochet on round 6
Chain 3 (counts as 1 double crochet), 2 double crochets into the same stitch, chain 3
Into the next single crochet, work 3 double crochets, chain 3, 3 double crochets to form a corner
Chain 3
Repeat the corner and edge pattern twice more, then join with slip stitch into the 3rd chain of the initial chain 3

This round shapes the square by creating defined corners with clusters of double crochets.

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Round 8: Filling in the Edges

Chain 3 (counts as 1 double crochet)
Double crochet into every double crochet from the previous round
Work 3 double crochets into each chain-3 space
At corners, work 2 double crochets, chain 3, 2 double crochets
Join with slip stitch into the 3rd chain of the initial chain 3

This round fills the edges and strengthens the square’s shape.

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Round 9: Continuing Edge Work

Chain 3 (counts as 1 double crochet)
Double crochet into each double crochet from the previous round
Work 2 double crochets, chain 3, 2 double crochets into each corner chain-3 space
Join with slip stitch into the 3rd chain of the initial chain 3

This round reinforces the corners and smooths the edges.

Finishing Touches with Single Crochet Rounds

Round 10: Single Crochet Border

Chain 1
Single crochet into each double crochet from the previous round
At corners, work 2 single crochets, chain 1, 2 single crochets
Join with slip stitch into the first single crochet
Break off yarn C

This round adds a neat border to the square.

Round 11: Final Round with Yarn B

Join yarn B
Chain 1
Single crochet into each single crochet from the previous round
Work 3 single crochets into each chain-1 corner space
Join with slip stitch into the first single crochet
Fasten off yarn

This final round completes the Lily Pad Crochet Square Pattern with a clean and sturdy edge.

Tips for Success with the Lily Pad Crochet Square Pattern

Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds and corners, especially when working behind petals.
Choose yarn colors that contrast well to highlight the layered petals and loops.
Keep your tension consistent to maintain the square shape.
Practice the petal and loop stitches separately if you are new to this pattern.
Blocking your finished square will help even out stitches and enhance the shape.

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