{ "schema_version": "2.0", "page_type": "crochet_pattern_article", "source_id": null, "slug": "strawberry-granny-square", "title": "Strawberry Granny Square: A 3D Bobble-Stitch Crochet Motif", "meta_description": "Crochet an adorable 3D strawberry granny square with cheerful bobble-stitch berries. This intermediate 5-color motif works up in 8 easy rounds", "published_at": "2026-07-13", "updated_at": "2026-07-13", "author": "Ruby", "thumbnail_url": "data/images/strawberry-granny-square-hero.webp", "meta": { "title": "Strawberry Granny Square: A 3D Bobble-Stitch Crochet Motif", "pattern_name": "Strawberry Granny Square: A 3D Bobble-Stitch Crochet Motif", "difficulty": "Intermediate", "time_needed": "1-2 Hours", "rating": 4.7, "made_count": "1.2K", "taxonomy": { "category": "Granny Squares", "skill_level": "Intermediate", "yarn_weight": "Worsted", "tags": [ "strawberry granny square", "granny square", "bobble stitch", "3d crochet", "fruit crochet", "summer crochet", "crochet motif", "free pattern", "blanket square", "kitchen decor" ] } }, "cards": [ { "order": 1, "card_type": "hero", "code": "hero", "title": "Strawberry Granny Square: A 3D Bobble-Stitch Crochet Motif", "raw_heading": "", "quantity": 1, "groups": [], "rows": [ { "order": 1, "row_type": "info", "code": "hero-info-1", "label": "Intermediate Level", "value": "Comfortable with hdc and ready to try the 3-hdc bobble stitch", "raw_text": "Comfortable with hdc and ready to try the 3-hdc bobble stitch", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 2, "row_type": "info", "code": "hero-info-2", "label": "Quick Afternoon Make", "value": "1-2 hours of cozy crafting for a single finished square", "raw_text": "1-2 hours of cozy crafting for a single finished square", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 3, "row_type": "info", "code": "hero-info-3", "label": "Cheerful Fruit Motif", "value": "Sweet 3D strawberries perfect for kitchen accessories and summer bags", "raw_text": "Sweet 3D strawberries perfect for kitchen accessories and summer bags", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null } ] }, { "order": 2, "card_type": "about", "code": "about", "title": "About", "raw_heading": "", "quantity": 1, "groups": [], "rows": [ { "order": 1, "row_type": "info", "code": "about-info-1", "label": "", "value": "This Strawberry Granny Square turns the classic crochet motif into something wonderfully playful: a plump, three-dimensional strawberry sitting proudly in the center, framed by fresh green and berry-red borders. The magic comes from clustered bobble stitches that pop right off the surface, giving each little fruit real dimension. It's perfect for crocheters who adore fruity, summery projects and want a single square that instantly reads as cheerful, sweet, and just a touch nostalgic — like a berry patch you can hold in your hands", "raw_text": "This Strawberry Granny Square turns the classic crochet motif into something wonderfully playful: a plump, three-dimensional strawberry sitting proudly in the center, framed by fresh green and berry-red borders. The magic comes from clustered bobble stitches that pop right off the surface, giving each little fruit real dimension. It's perfect for crocheters who adore fruity, summery projects and want a single square that instantly reads as cheerful, sweet, and just a touch nostalgic — like a berry patch you can hold in your hands", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 2, "row_type": "info", "code": "about-info-2", "label": "", "value": "You'll be working the star technique of this pattern, the 3-hdc bobble stitch (or 3-hdc-bo), built from three incomplete half double crochets drawn together until seven loops sit on your hook, then closed in one satisfying pull-through. Beyond that, you're using familiar stitches and color changes across all five shades. I'd place this squarely at an intermediate level — nothing here is difficult once you've practiced the bobble a round or two — and a single square works up in roughly one to two relaxed hours", "raw_text": "You'll be working the star technique of this pattern, the 3-hdc bobble stitch (or 3-hdc-bo), built from three incomplete half double crochets drawn together until seven loops sit on your hook, then closed in one satisfying pull-through. Beyond that, you're using familiar stitches and color changes across all five shades. I'd place this squarely at an intermediate level — nothing here is difficult once you've practiced the bobble a round or two — and a single square works up in roughly one to two relaxed hours", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 3, "row_type": "info", "code": "about-info-3", "label": "", "value": "The finished strawberry granny square measures about 5.31 × 5.31 inches, making it an ideal, versatile building block. On its own it's chunky, textured, and delightfully huggable thanks to those raised berries. Stitch several together and you have coasters, a potholder, a market bag panel, or a whole strawberry-patch blanket. Because it looks so bright and handmade-special, a little bundle of these squares also makes a heartfelt gift for the fruit-loving baker, gardener, or crochet friend in your life", "raw_text": "The finished strawberry granny square measures about 5.31 × 5.31 inches, making it an ideal, versatile building block. On its own it's chunky, textured, and delightfully huggable thanks to those raised berries. Stitch several together and you have coasters, a potholder, a market bag panel, or a whole strawberry-patch blanket. Because it looks so bright and handmade-special, a little bundle of these squares also makes a heartfelt gift for the fruit-loving baker, gardener, or crochet friend in your life", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null } ] }, { "order": 3, "card_type": "why_love", "code": "why-love", "title": "Why You'll Love This Pattern", "raw_heading": "", "quantity": 1, "groups": [], "rows": [ { "order": 1, "row_type": "info", "code": "why-love-1", "label": "", "value": "Oh, I absolutely adore this little square, and I think you will too! There's something so satisfying about watching a flat round of stitches suddenly puff up into an actual 3D strawberry — the moment you close that first 3-hdc bobble and see seven loops pull together into one plump bump, it just clicks and you can't stop making them. I love that it uses five colors, so you get to play with that classic red-berry, green-leaf, sweet-blossom palette all in one motif. The bobble clusters give the fruit real texture you can run your thumb across, and the surrounding granny rounds keep everything grounded and familiar, so it never feels overwhelming. What really wins me over is how forgiving it is: my first berry looked a bit lopsided, and honestly it was still charming. By the time you've finished all eight rounds you'll have the bobble rhythm memorized, and each square comes out neater and cuter than the last. It's the perfect blend of a cozy, meditative make and a genuinely eye-catching result. Warning: you'll want to crochet a dozen!", "raw_text": "Oh, I absolutely adore this little square, and I think you will too! There's something so satisfying about watching a flat round of stitches suddenly puff up into an actual 3D strawberry — the moment you close that first 3-hdc bobble and see seven loops pull together into one plump bump, it just clicks and you can't stop making them. I love that it uses five colors, so you get to play with that classic red-berry, green-leaf, sweet-blossom palette all in one motif. The bobble clusters give the fruit real texture you can run your thumb across, and the surrounding granny rounds keep everything grounded and familiar, so it never feels overwhelming. What really wins me over is how forgiving it is: my first berry looked a bit lopsided, and honestly it was still charming. By the time you've finished all eight rounds you'll have the bobble rhythm memorized, and each square comes out neater and cuter than the last. It's the perfect blend of a cozy, meditative make and a genuinely eye-catching result. Warning: you'll want to crochet a dozen!", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null } ] }, { "order": 4, "card_type": "switch_things_up", "code": "switch-things-up", "title": "Switch Things Up", "raw_heading": "", "quantity": 1, "groups": [], "rows": [ { "order": 1, "row_type": "info", "code": "switch-1", "label": "", "value": "The five-color setup makes this square a playground for experimenting! For the classic look, keep red bobbles, tiny yellow seed accents, a green leafy crown, and a soft pink-to-white border transition. But don't stop there. Try the whimsical 'fantasy fruit' version the pattern hints at — icy blue berries with sunny yellow centers for a storybook feel that kids adore. Or go sophisticated with a monochrome ombré: dark burgundy bobbles fading through raspberry to the palest blush at the outer round, so the whole square looks like a single berry ripening. For yarn, worsted-weight cotton like Lily Sugar'n Cream or Paintbox Cotton Aran gives crisp, well-defined bobbles and a machine-washable finish that's perfect if you're building kitchen coasters or a potholder. Want a bigger square? Add a ninth and tenth round of plain (dc, ch1) granny clusters in your border color, adding roughly 3 clusters per side each round, and the motif grows to fit a cushion-panel size without touching the strawberry center. For a chunkier, faster make, jump to a bulky yarn and larger hook — your berries will balloon out even more dramatically, ideal for a wall hanging. Seasonal spins are endless: swap red for deep orange bobbles with a leafy top for a mini pumpkin in fall, or use pastel bobbles for a spring 'sugared candy' look. However you color it, that raised bobble center keeps every version unmistakably fruity and fun", "raw_text": "The five-color setup makes this square a playground for experimenting! For the classic look, keep red bobbles, tiny yellow seed accents, a green leafy crown, and a soft pink-to-white border transition. But don't stop there. Try the whimsical 'fantasy fruit' version the pattern hints at — icy blue berries with sunny yellow centers for a storybook feel that kids adore. Or go sophisticated with a monochrome ombré: dark burgundy bobbles fading through raspberry to the palest blush at the outer round, so the whole square looks like a single berry ripening. For yarn, worsted-weight cotton like Lily Sugar'n Cream or Paintbox Cotton Aran gives crisp, well-defined bobbles and a machine-washable finish that's perfect if you're building kitchen coasters or a potholder. Want a bigger square? Add a ninth and tenth round of plain (dc, ch1) granny clusters in your border color, adding roughly 3 clusters per side each round, and the motif grows to fit a cushion-panel size without touching the strawberry center. For a chunkier, faster make, jump to a bulky yarn and larger hook — your berries will balloon out even more dramatically, ideal for a wall hanging. Seasonal spins are endless: swap red for deep orange bobbles with a leafy top for a mini pumpkin in fall, or use pastel bobbles for a spring 'sugared candy' look. However you color it, that raised bobble center keeps every version unmistakably fruity and fun", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null } ] }, { "order": 5, "card_type": "common_mistakes", "code": "common-mistakes", "title": "Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them", "raw_heading": "", "quantity": 1, "groups": [], "rows": [ { "order": 1, "row_type": "mistake", "code": "mistake-1", "label": "Closing the bobble too early — pulling", "value": "Remember the target: you should have exactly seven loops on your hook before the final yarn over and pull-through. Each completed incomplete-hdc adds two loops, so count 3, then 5, then 7. Only when you hit 7 do you yarn over and draw through them all to lock the strawberry bump", "raw_text": "Remember the target: you should have exactly seven loops on your hook before the final yarn over and pull-through. Each completed incomplete-hdc adds two loops, so count 3, then 5, then 7. Only when you hit 7 do you yarn over and draw through them all to lock the strawberry bump", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 2, "row_type": "mistake", "code": "mistake-2", "label": "Bobbles that look flat or sink to the", "value": "Bobbles naturally push toward whichever side you're not facing. Make sure you're gently nudging the puff to the front (right side) with your thumb as you close it, and don't over-tighten the closing pull — a slightly relaxed final loop lets the berry stand up in 3D", "raw_text": "Bobbles naturally push toward whichever side you're not facing. Make sure you're gently nudging the puff to the front (right side) with your thumb as you close it, and don't over-tighten the closing pull — a slightly relaxed final loop lets the berry stand up in 3D", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 3, "row_type": "mistake", "code": "mistake-3", "label": "Loose, floppy bobbles because tension", "value": "Keep each 'yarn over, insert, pull up a loop' at a consistent, medium height. If your pulled-up loops are too long, the finished berry looks stringy. Practice one bobble on a swatch first so all three legs are even before you commit to the round", "raw_text": "Keep each 'yarn over, insert, pull up a loop' at a consistent, medium height. If your pulled-up loops are too long, the finished berry looks stringy. Practice one bobble on a swatch first so all three legs are even before you commit to the round", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 4, "row_type": "mistake", "code": "mistake-4", "label": "Messy, visible jogs and loose tails", "value": "Change color on the last yarn-over of the stitch before the new round begins, so the fresh shade forms the following loop cleanly. Weave in ends as you go with your darning needle rather than leaving them all for the end, and give each tail a gentle tug to snug the join", "raw_text": "Change color on the last yarn-over of the stitch before the new round begins, so the fresh shade forms the following loop cleanly. Weave in ends as you go with your darning needle rather than leaving them all for the end, and give each tail a gentle tug to snug the join", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 5, "row_type": "mistake", "code": "mistake-5", "label": "Miscounting stitches or gaps, so the", "value": "This motif builds round by round across eight rounds, and each strawberry bobble sits in a designated gap, stitch, or space. Recount your clusters at the end of every round and use a stitch marker in the first stitch so you always know where the round begins", "raw_text": "This motif builds round by round across eight rounds, and each strawberry bobble sits in a designated gap, stitch, or space. Recount your clusters at the end of every round and use a stitch marker in the first stitch so you always know where the round begins", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 6, "row_type": "mistake", "code": "mistake-6", "label": "Curling or cupping corners that keep", "value": "Cupping usually means the corner increases are too tight or missing. Make sure each corner space gets its full complement of stitches, and give the finished square a light steam or wet block, pinning it to a 5.31-inch square shape until dry for crisp, flat edges", "raw_text": "Cupping usually means the corner increases are too tight or missing. Make sure each corner space gets its full complement of stitches, and give the finished square a light steam or wet block, pinning it to a 5.31-inch square shape until dry for crisp, flat edges", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null } ] }, { "order": 6, "card_type": "materials", "code": "materials", "title": "Materials", "raw_heading": "", "quantity": 1, "groups": [ { "order": 1, "group_code": "group-1", "group_name": "", "rows": [ { "order": 1, "row_type": "item", "code": "mat-1-1", "label": "", "value": "Yarn of your choice- 5 colors", "raw_text": "Yarn of your choice- 5 colors" }, { "order": 2, "row_type": "item", "code": "mat-1-2", "label": "", "value": "Crochet hook", "raw_text": "Crochet hook" }, { "order": 3, "row_type": "item", "code": "mat-1-3", "label": "", "value": "Darning Needle", "raw_text": "Darning Needle" }, { "order": 4, "row_type": "item", "code": "mat-1-4", "label": "", "value": "Scissors", "raw_text": "Scissors" } ] } ], "rows": [] }, { "order": 7, "card_type": "abbreviations", "code": "abbreviations", "title": "Abbreviations", "raw_heading": "", "quantity": 1, "groups": [], "rows": [ { "order": 1, "row_type": "abbrev", "code": "abbrev-ch", "label": "ch", "value": "chain stitch", "raw_text": "ch = chain stitch", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": "ch", "meaning": "chain stitch" }, { "order": 2, "row_type": "abbrev", "code": "abbrev-dc", "label": "dc", "value": "double crochet", "raw_text": "dc = double crochet", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": "dc", "meaning": "double crochet" }, { "order": 3, "row_type": "abbrev", "code": "abbrev-sl-st", "label": "Sl St", "value": "slip stitch for joining for different round", "raw_text": "Sl St = slip stitch for joining for different round", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": "Sl St", "meaning": "slip stitch for joining for different round" }, { "order": 4, "row_type": "abbrev", "code": "abbrev-hdc", "label": "hdc", "value": "half double crochet", "raw_text": "hdc = half double crochet", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": "hdc", "meaning": "half double crochet" }, { "order": 5, "row_type": "abbrev", "code": "abbrev-sc", "label": "sc", "value": "single crochet", "raw_text": "sc = single crochet", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": "sc", "meaning": "single crochet" }, { "order": 6, "row_type": "abbrev", "code": "abbrev-bo", "label": "bo", "value": "bobble", "raw_text": "bo = bobble", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": "bo", "meaning": "bobble" }, { "order": 7, "row_type": "abbrev", "code": "abbrev-ch-sp", "label": "ch-sp", "value": "chain space", "raw_text": "ch-sp = chain space", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": "ch-sp", "meaning": "chain space" }, { "order": 8, "row_type": "abbrev", "code": "abbrev-yo", "label": "yo", "value": "yarn over", "raw_text": "yo = yarn over", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": "yo", "meaning": "yarn over" }, { "order": 9, "row_type": "abbrev", "code": "abbrev-dec", "label": "dec", "value": "decrease", "raw_text": "dec = decrease", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": "dec", "meaning": "decrease" }, { "order": 10, "row_type": "abbrev", "code": "abbrev-st", "label": "st", "value": "stitch", "raw_text": "st = stitch", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": "st", "meaning": "stitch" }, { "order": 11, "row_type": "abbrev", "code": "abbrev-sk", "label": "sk", "value": "skip", "raw_text": "sk = skip", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": "sk", "meaning": "skip" } ] }, { "order": 8, "card_type": "part", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann", "title": "How to Crochet Strawberry Granny Square", "raw_heading": "How to Crochet Strawberry Granny Square", "quantity": 1, "groups": [], "rows": [ { "order": 1, "row_type": "info", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-info-1", "label": "Info", "value": "Sweet strawberries form a perfect circle in this charming granny square, like a wreath of summer's finest berries captured forever in cozy stitches. Those plump little berries are created with 5-dc clusters, while the tiny green leaves use 6-hdc-dec stitches for a perfect pointed look; the decrease makes each berry bulge outward slightly for an amazing 3D effect.", "raw_text": "Sweet strawberries form a perfect circle in this charming granny square, like a wreath of summer's finest berries captured forever in cozy stitches. Those plump little berries are created with 5-dc clusters, while the tiny green leaves use 6-hdc-dec stitches for a perfect pointed look; the decrease makes each berry bulge outward slightly for an amazing 3D effect.", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 2, "row_type": "round", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-round-1", "label": "Round 1", "value": "Start with a magic loop, ch2 as a standing st (count as 1hdc), make another 2 incomplete hdc to form a 3-hdc-bobble, ch3, [3-hdc-bo, ch3] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch2.", "raw_text": "Round 1 Start with a magic loop, ch2 as a standing st (count as 1hdc), make another 2 incomplete hdc to form a 3-hdc-bobble, ch3, [3-hdc-bo, ch3] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch2.", "round_start": 1, "round_end": 1, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 3, "row_type": "info", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-info-r1-bobble", "label": "Bobble how-to", "value": "This bobble stitch is based on 3 incomplete hdc. To make the first incomplete hdc: yo, insert the hook in the loop, yo and pull up a loop — now you have 3 loops on the hook. [yo, insert the hook in the loop, yo and pull up a loop] repeat 2 times to finish the last two incomplete hdc. Every time you complete an incomplete hdc there will be two more loops on your hook; when the last incomplete hdc is completed there will be 7 loops on the hook. Finally, yo and pull through these 7 loops to finish the 3-hdc-bo stitch.", "raw_text": "This bobble stitch is based on 3 incomplete hdc. To make the first incomplete hdc: yo, insert the hook in the loop, yo and pull up a loop — now you have 3 loops on the hook. [yo, insert the hook in the loop, yo and pull up a loop] repeat 2 times to finish the last two incomplete hdc. Every time you complete an incomplete hdc there will be two more loops on your hook; when the last incomplete hdc is completed there will be 7 loops on the hook. Finally, yo and pull through these 7 loops to finish the 3-hdc-bo stitch.", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 4, "row_type": "instruction", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-info-r1-steps", "label": "Steps", "value": "Start with a magic loop. Make ch2 as a standing st (count as 1hdc). Make 2 incomplete hdc to form a 3-hdc-bobble. Make ch3. [3-hdc-bo, ch3] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch2. Round 1 finished.", "raw_text": "Start with a magic loop. Make ch2 as a standing st (count as 1hdc). Make 2 incomplete hdc to form a 3-hdc-bobble. Make ch3. [3-hdc-bo, ch3] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch2. Round 1 finished.", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 5, "row_type": "round", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-round-2", "label": "Round 2", "value": "Sl st to the next st to start in the ch-sp, ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc), 3dc in this ch-sp, [4dc in the next ch-sp] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3.", "raw_text": "Round 2 Sl st to the next st to start in the ch-sp, ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc), 3dc in this ch-sp, [4dc in the next ch-sp] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3.", "round_start": 2, "round_end": 2, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 6, "row_type": "instruction", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-info-r2-steps", "label": "Steps", "value": "Sl st to the next st so we can start this round in the ch-sp. Make ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc). Work 1dc in this ch-sp. Make another 2dc in this ch-sp. [4dc in the next ch-sp] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3. Round 2 finished.", "raw_text": "Sl st to the next st so we can start this round in the ch-sp. Make ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc). Work 1dc in this ch-sp. Make another 2dc in this ch-sp. [4dc in the next ch-sp] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3. Round 2 finished.", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 7, "row_type": "round", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-round-3", "label": "Round 3", "value": "Add red yarn to the top loops of the third dc in one 4-dc cluster, ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc), 4dc in this st, ch3, [Sk 3 sts, 5dc in the next st, ch3] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off.", "raw_text": "Round 3 Add red yarn to the top loops of the third dc in one 4-dc cluster, ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc), 4dc in this st, ch3, [Sk 3 sts, 5dc in the next st, ch3] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off.", "round_start": 3, "round_end": 3, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 8, "row_type": "info", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-info-r3-note", "label": "Note", "value": "Gently enlarge the working white loop on your hook to prevent it from slipping off. Carefully remove the hook, leaving the loop open and secure. This white loop will be used to resume crocheting in the next round.", "raw_text": "Gently enlarge the working white loop on your hook to prevent it from slipping off. Carefully remove the hook, leaving the loop open and secure. This white loop will be used to resume crocheting in the next round.", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 9, "row_type": "instruction", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-info-r3-steps", "label": "Steps", "value": "Add red yarn in the top loops of the third dc of one 4-dc cluster. Make ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc). dc in the same st. Make 3dc in this st, then ch3. [Sk 3 sts, 5dc in the next st, ch3] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off. Round 3 finished.", "raw_text": "Add red yarn in the top loops of the third dc of one 4-dc cluster. Make ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc). dc in the same st. Make 3dc in this st, then ch3. [Sk 3 sts, 5dc in the next st, ch3] repeat 7 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off. Round 3 finished.", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 10, "row_type": "round", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-round-4", "label": "Round 4", "value": "Start from the white loop you leave, ch2 as a standing st (count as 1hdc), hdc in the next st, 6-hdc-dec on the 5-dc cluster with green yarn (first incomplete hdc in the ch-sp, 1 incomplete hdc in the following 4 gaps between the dc stitches, the last incomplete hdc in the next ch-sp), ch with white yarn, hdc in the next 3 sts, [6-hdc-dec with green yarn on the next 5-dc cluster, ch with white yarn, hdc in the next 3 sts] repeat 6 times, 6-hdc-dec with green yarn on the next 5-dc cluster, ch with white yarn, hdc in the next st, sl st to the top of the first ch2, fasten off.", "raw_text": "Round 4 Start from the white loop you leave, ch2 as a standing st (count as 1hdc), hdc in the next st, 6-hdc-dec on the 5-dc cluster with green yarn (first incomplete hdc in the ch-sp, 1 incomplete hdc in the following 4 gaps between the dc stitches, the last incomplete hdc in the next ch-sp), ch with white yarn, hdc in the next 3 sts, [6-hdc-dec with green yarn on the next 5-dc cluster, ch with white yarn, hdc in the next 3 sts] repeat 6 times, 6-hdc-dec with green yarn on the next 5-dc cluster, ch with white yarn, hdc in the next st, sl st to the top of the first ch2, fasten off.", "round_start": 4, "round_end": 4, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 11, "row_type": "instruction", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-info-2", "label": "Steps", "value": "Insert your hook into the white loop and make ch2 as a standing st (count as 1hdc). hdc in the next st. Now work the 6-hdc-dec over the 5-dc cluster with green yarn: to make each incomplete hdc, yo, insert the hook into the designated gap/st/space, yo and pull up a loop. Work 1 incomplete hdc in the ch-sp, 1 incomplete hdc in the following 4 gaps between the dc stitches, and 1 incomplete hdc in the next ch-sp — now you have 13 loops on the hook. Yo and pull through all 13 loops to finish the 6-hdc-dec, then with the white yarn yo and pull up a loop to complete a chain stitch that secures the dec. The 5-dc cluster will naturally bulge slightly, forming the strawberry shape. hdc in the next 3 sts, then [6-hdc-dec with green yarn on the next 5-dc cluster, ch with white yarn, hdc in the next 3 sts] repeat 6 times, 6-hdc-dec with green yarn on the next 5-dc cluster, ch with white yarn, hdc in the next st, sl st to the top of the first ch2, fasten off. Round 4 finished.", "raw_text": "Insert your hook into the white loop and make ch2 as a standing st (count as 1hdc). hdc in the next st. Now work the 6-hdc-dec over the 5-dc cluster with green yarn: to make each incomplete hdc, yo, insert the hook into the designated gap/st/space, yo and pull up a loop. Work 1 incomplete hdc in the ch-sp, 1 incomplete hdc in the following 4 gaps between the dc stitches, and 1 incomplete hdc in the next ch-sp — now you have 13 loops on the hook. Yo and pull through all 13 loops to finish the 6-hdc-dec, then with the white yarn yo and pull up a loop to complete a chain stitch that secures the dec. The 5-dc cluster will naturally bulge slightly, forming the strawberry shape. hdc in the next 3 sts, then [6-hdc-dec with green yarn on the next 5-dc cluster, ch with white yarn, hdc in the next 3 sts] repeat 6 times, 6-hdc-dec with green yarn on the next 5-dc cluster, ch with white yarn, hdc in the next st, sl st to the top of the first ch2, fasten off. Round 4 finished.", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 12, "row_type": "round", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-round-5", "label": "Round 5", "value": "Add new yarn in the top of the second hdc of a 3-hdc cluster, ch2 (count as 1hdc), 2hdc in the same st, hdc hdc dc in the 6-hdc-dec st of the previous round, sk the next chain and following st, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next st, dc hdc hdc in the next 6-hdc-dec st, [Sk the next ch and following st, 3hdc in the next st, 2hdc dc in the next 6-hdc-dec st, sk the next chain and st, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next st, dc 2hdc in the next 6-hdc-dec st] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch2, fasten off.", "raw_text": "Round 5 Add new yarn in the top of the second hdc of a 3-hdc cluster, ch2 (count as 1hdc), 2hdc in the same st, hdc hdc dc in the 6-hdc-dec st of the previous round, sk the next chain and following st, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next st, dc hdc hdc in the next 6-hdc-dec st, [Sk the next ch and following st, 3hdc in the next st, 2hdc dc in the next 6-hdc-dec st, sk the next chain and st, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next st, dc 2hdc in the next 6-hdc-dec st] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch2, fasten off.", "round_start": 5, "round_end": 5, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 13, "row_type": "instruction", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-info-3", "label": "Steps", "value": "Join new yarn in the top of the second hdc of a 3-hdc cluster. Make ch2 (count as 1hdc). Make hdc in the same st, then another hdc in the same st. Work 2hdc dc in the 6-hdc-dec stitch of the previous round. Skip the next chain and following stitch, make 3dc ch3 3dc in the top of the second hdc of the next 3-hdc cluster. dc 2hdc in the next 6-hdc-dec stitch. [Skip the next ch and following st, 3hdc in the next st, 2hdc dc in the next 6-hdc-dec st, skip the next chain and st, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next st, dc 2hdc in the next 6-hdc-dec st] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch2, fasten off. Round 5 finished.", "raw_text": "Join new yarn in the top of the second hdc of a 3-hdc cluster. Make ch2 (count as 1hdc). Make hdc in the same st, then another hdc in the same st. Work 2hdc dc in the 6-hdc-dec stitch of the previous round. Skip the next chain and following stitch, make 3dc ch3 3dc in the top of the second hdc of the next 3-hdc cluster. dc 2hdc in the next 6-hdc-dec stitch. [Skip the next ch and following st, 3hdc in the next st, 2hdc dc in the next 6-hdc-dec st, skip the next chain and st, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next st, dc 2hdc in the next 6-hdc-dec st] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch2, fasten off. Round 5 finished.", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 14, "row_type": "round", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-round-6", "label": "Round 6", "value": "Add new yarn in the third gap from right to left on one side, ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc), 2dc in the same gap, 3dc in the next gap, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next corner space, 3dc in the following 2 gaps, [3dc in the next 2 gaps, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next corner space, 3dc in the next 2 gaps] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off.", "raw_text": "Round 6 Add new yarn in the third gap from right to left on one side, ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc), 2dc in the same gap, 3dc in the next gap, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next corner space, 3dc in the following 2 gaps, [3dc in the next 2 gaps, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next corner space, 3dc in the next 2 gaps] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off.", "round_start": 6, "round_end": 6, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 15, "row_type": "instruction", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-info-4", "label": "Steps", "value": "Add new yarn in the third gap (between two stitch groups) from right to left on one side. Make ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc). dc in the same gap, then another dc in the same gap. 3dc in the next gap. 3dc ch3 3dc in the next corner space. 3dc in the following 2 gaps. [3dc in the next 2 gaps, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next corner space, 3dc in the next 2 gaps] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off. Round 6 finished.", "raw_text": "Add new yarn in the third gap (between two stitch groups) from right to left on one side. Make ch3 as a standing st (count as 1dc). dc in the same gap, then another dc in the same gap. 3dc in the next gap. 3dc ch3 3dc in the next corner space. 3dc in the following 2 gaps. [3dc in the next 2 gaps, 3dc ch3 3dc in the next corner space, 3dc in the next 2 gaps] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off. Round 6 finished.", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 16, "row_type": "round", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-round-7", "label": "Round 7", "value": "Add new yarn in the first gap (between two stitch clusters) from right to left on one side, ch3 as a standing st (count as dc), 2dc in the same gap, 3dc in the following 4 gaps, 3dc ch dc ch 3dc in the next corner space, [3dc in the following 5 gaps, 3dc ch dc ch 3dc in the next corner space] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off.", "raw_text": "Round 7 Add new yarn in the first gap (between two stitch clusters) from right to left on one side, ch3 as a standing st (count as dc),2dc in the same gap, 3dc in the following 4 gaps, 3dc ch dc ch 3dc in the next corner space, [3dc in the following 5 gaps, 3dc ch dc ch 3dc in the next corner space] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off.", "round_start": 7, "round_end": 7, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 17, "row_type": "instruction", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-info-r7-steps", "label": "Steps", "value": "Add new yarn in the first gap (between two stitch clusters) from right to left on one side. ch3 as a standing st (count as dc). dc in this gap, then another dc in the same gap. 3dc in the following 4 gaps. 3dc ch dc ch 3dc in the corner space. [3dc in the following 5 gaps, 3dc ch dc ch 3dc in the next corner space] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off. Round 7 finished.", "raw_text": "Add new yarn in the first gap (between two stitch clusters) from right to left on one side. ch3 as a standing st (count as dc). dc in this gap, then another dc in the same gap. 3dc in the following 4 gaps. 3dc ch dc ch 3dc in the corner space. [3dc in the following 5 gaps, 3dc ch dc ch 3dc in the next corner space] repeat 3 times, sl st to the top of the first ch3, fasten off. Round 7 finished.", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 18, "row_type": "round", "code": "how-to-crochet-strawberrygrann-round-8", "label": "Round 8", "value": "Add new yarn in the top loops of the first dc of the first 3-dc cluster from right to left on one side, ch1 as a standing st, sc in the same st, then sc evenly in each st around the square, working 3sc in each corner space, sl st to the first sc, fasten off.", "raw_text": "Round 8 Add new yarn in the top loops of the first dc of the first 3-dc cluster from right to left on one side, ch1 as a standing st, sc in the same st, then sc evenly in each st around the square, working 3sc in each corner space, sl st to the first sc, fasten off.", "round_start": 8, "round_end": 8, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null } ] }, { "order": 9, "card_type": "important_notes", "code": "important-notes", "title": "Important Notes", "raw_heading": "", "quantity": 1, "groups": [], "rows": [ { "order": 1, "row_type": "info", "code": "note-1", "label": "Note", "value": "💡 Practice the 3-hdc bobble on a scrap swatch before starting round one. Getting comfortable counting to seven loops on the hook first means your very first real strawberry will come out plump and even", "raw_text": "💡 Practice the 3-hdc bobble on a scrap swatch before starting round one. Getting comfortable counting to seven loops on the hook first means your very first real strawberry will come out plump and even", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 2, "row_type": "info", "code": "note-2", "label": "Note", "value": "💡 Choose a smooth worsted-weight cotton and a matching hook (around 4.0–4.5 mm). Cotton gives those bobbles crisp definition, and a slightly smaller hook keeps the berries dense so they stand proud instead of gaping", "raw_text": "💡 Choose a smooth worsted-weight cotton and a matching hook (around 4.0–4.5 mm). Cotton gives those bobbles crisp definition, and a slightly smaller hook keeps the berries dense so they stand proud instead of gaping", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 3, "row_type": "info", "code": "note-3", "label": "Note", "value": "💡 Wind your five colors into separate small bobbins or use a yarn organizer. With this many shades changing across the rounds, keeping strands untangled saves your sanity and prevents accidental color mix-ups", "raw_text": "💡 Wind your five colors into separate small bobbins or use a yarn organizer. With this many shades changing across the rounds, keeping strands untangled saves your sanity and prevents accidental color mix-ups", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 4, "row_type": "info", "code": "note-4", "label": "Note", "value": "💡 Drop a stitch marker into the first stitch of each round. Because the bobbles disguise where clusters begin and end, a marker keeps your count honest and makes joining rounds seamless", "raw_text": "💡 Drop a stitch marker into the first stitch of each round. Because the bobbles disguise where clusters begin and end, a marker keeps your count honest and makes joining rounds seamless", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 5, "row_type": "info", "code": "note-5", "label": "Note", "value": "💡 Weave in each color tail as soon as you cut it, working the darning needle through the back of the bobbles where the ends hide invisibly. Trapped-as-you-go ends won't pull loose when the square is handled", "raw_text": "💡 Weave in each color tail as soon as you cut it, working the darning needle through the back of the bobbles where the ends hide invisibly. Trapped-as-you-go ends won't pull loose when the square is handled", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 6, "row_type": "info", "code": "note-6", "label": "Note", "value": "💡 Block the finished square by lightly steaming or wet-blocking to the 5.31 × 5.31-inch measurement. Blocking evens out any tension differences from the bobble rounds and gives you tidy edges for joining multiples later", "raw_text": "💡 Block the finished square by lightly steaming or wet-blocking to the 5.31 × 5.31-inch measurement. Blocking evens out any tension differences from the bobble rounds and gives you tidy edges for joining multiples later", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": null, "answer": null, "abbr": null, "meaning": null } ] }, { "order": 10, "card_type": "faq", "code": "faq", "title": "FAQ", "raw_heading": "", "quantity": 1, "groups": [], "rows": [ { "order": 1, "row_type": "faq", "code": "faq-1", "label": "What is the 3-hdc bobble stitch and why", "value": "It's a cluster made from three incomplete half double crochets worked into the same space, then joined together in one pull-through once you have seven loops on your hook. This pattern uses it to create the raised, three-dimensional strawberry that gives the square its signature texture and cute fruity look", "raw_text": "It's a cluster made from three incomplete half double crochets worked into the same space, then joined together in one pull-through once you have seven loops on your hook. This pattern uses it to create the raised, three-dimensional strawberry that gives the square its signature texture and cute fruity look", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": "What is the 3-hdc bobble stitch and why does this pattern use it?", "answer": "It's a cluster made from three incomplete half double crochets worked into the same space, then joined together in one pull-through once you have seven loops on your hook. This pattern uses it to create the raised, three-dimensional strawberry that gives the square its signature texture and cute fruity look", "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 2, "row_type": "faq", "code": "faq-2", "label": "Do I really need all five colors to make this square?", "value": "The classic strawberry effect relies on five shades for the berry, seeds, leaves, and border, but you can absolutely simplify. Try a two- or three-color version, or a monochrome ombré, and the bobble strawberry will still read beautifully — the colors just change the personality of the finished square", "raw_text": "The classic strawberry effect relies on five shades for the berry, seeds, leaves, and border, but you can absolutely simplify. Try a two- or three-color version, or a monochrome ombré, and the bobble strawberry will still read beautifully — the colors just change the personality of the finished square", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": "Do I really need all five colors to make this square?", "answer": "The classic strawberry effect relies on five shades for the berry, seeds, leaves, and border, but you can absolutely simplify. Try a two- or three-color version, or a monochrome ombré, and the bobble strawberry will still read beautifully — the colors just change the personality of the finished square", "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 3, "row_type": "faq", "code": "faq-3", "label": "How big is the finished strawberry granny square?", "value": "Worked over all eight rounds in worsted-weight yarn, it comes out to about 5.31 × 5.31 inches. Your exact size will vary a little with your yarn weight, hook, and tension, so block it to shape if you're joining several squares that need to match", "raw_text": "Worked over all eight rounds in worsted-weight yarn, it comes out to about 5.31 × 5.31 inches. Your exact size will vary a little with your yarn weight, hook, and tension, so block it to shape if you're joining several squares that need to match", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": "How big is the finished strawberry granny square?", "answer": "Worked over all eight rounds in worsted-weight yarn, it comes out to about 5.31 × 5.31 inches. Your exact size will vary a little with your yarn weight, hook, and tension, so block it to shape if you're joining several squares that need to match", "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 4, "row_type": "faq", "code": "faq-4", "label": "My bobbles keep pushing to the wrong", "value": "Bobbles pop toward the side facing away from you as you close them, so gently coax each one to the front with your thumb and avoid over-tightening the final pull. Keeping your pulled-up loops even in height also helps every berry stand up nicely on the right side", "raw_text": "Bobbles pop toward the side facing away from you as you close them, so gently coax each one to the front with your thumb and avoid over-tightening the final pull. Keeping your pulled-up loops even in height also helps every berry stand up nicely on the right side", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": "My bobbles keep pushing to the wrong side — how do I fix that?", "answer": "Bobbles pop toward the side facing away from you as you close them, so gently coax each one to the front with your thumb and avoid over-tightening the final pull. Keeping your pulled-up loops even in height also helps every berry stand up nicely on the right side", "abbr": null, "meaning": null }, { "order": 5, "row_type": "faq", "code": "faq-5", "label": "What can I actually make with these", "value": "So many things! A single square makes a sweet coaster or appliqué, while several joined together become potholders, a market bag panel, a cushion cover, or a full strawberry-patch blanket. Because they're bright and textured, a little bundle also makes a lovely handmade gift", "raw_text": "So many things! A single square makes a sweet coaster or appliqué, while several joined together become potholders, a market bag panel, a cushion cover, or a full strawberry-patch blanket. Because they're bright and textured, a little bundle also makes a lovely handmade gift", "round_start": null, "round_end": null, "is_range": false, "stitch_count": null, "question": "What can I actually make with these squares once they're done?", "answer": "So many things! A single square makes a sweet coaster or appliqué, while several joined together become potholders, a market bag panel, a cushion cover, or a full strawberry-patch blanket. 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