Kinnedy Nichelle Square, a Legacy Square

Kinnedy Nichelle Square: A Legacy Crochet Design

What Is Being Made

The Kinnedy Nichelle Square is a crocheted square motif designed by Pam Knighton-Haener of A Yarn of Serendipity. This square is the fourth in a legacy series created for the designer's grandchildren, with each square honoring a family member. The Kinnedy Nichelle Square specifically celebrates Kinnedy, who loves volleyball and is described as kind and nurturing. The finished square measures either 11 inches or 12 inches depending on hook size, making it suitable for incorporation into larger afghans, blankets, or other multi-square projects.

Finished Dimensions and Hook Specifications

• 4.5 mm hook produces an 11-inch finished square
• 5 mm hook produces a 12-inch finished square

Difficulty Level and Skill Requirements

The Kinnedy Nichelle Square is rated as Intermediate to Experienced in difficulty. Crocheters of all skill levels are encouraged to read through the entire pattern before beginning work. The intermediate classification indicates that this square incorporates techniques beyond basic stitches and requires familiarity with foundational crochet concepts.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches Used

This pattern employs several specialized crochet techniques that contribute to its complexity and visual interest:

• Double magic circle: An advanced foundation technique used to begin working in the round without a traditional chain base
• Standing stitch: A method for joining new yarn directly into position without a separate slip stitch, creating cleaner transitions
• Long single crochet (long sc): A variation of the basic single crochet that creates taller stitches for textural variation
• Half double crochet (hdc): A fundamental stitch that bridges the height between single crochet and double crochet
• Double crochet (dc): A standard stitch used throughout the pattern for structure and drape
• Front post double crochet (FPdc): A post stitch that works around the post of stitches from previous rows, creating dimensional texture and ribbed effects
• Invisible join: A finishing technique that seamlessly closes rounds without visible seams

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Kinnedy Nichelle Square is designed to be worked in I Love This Cotton, a 100% cotton yarn in worsted weight (4-ply). Cotton yarn provides breathability, durability, and a crisp stitch definition ideal for motif work. The pattern is available in two distinct colorways, each featuring five or six complementary colors that create visual depth and interest within the square design.

Colorway 1

• A - Buttercup (warm yellow)
• B - Mint (soft green)
• C - Amethyst (purple)
• D - Ivory (cream)
• E - Deep Teal (dark blue-green)

Colorway 2

• A - Pewter (cool gray)
• B - Tart Orange (bright orange)
• C - Burnt Sienna (reddish-brown)
• D - Olive (muted green)
• E - Taupe (warm gray)
• F - Dove (soft gray)

Additional Materials Required

Beyond yarn and a crochet hook, crafters will need stitch markers to track pattern repeats and row progression, and a darning needle for weaving in yarn ends and assembling multiple squares if desired.

Pattern Format and Terminology

The Kinnedy Nichelle Square pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF and uses US crochet terminology throughout. This format allows crocheters to access the pattern digitally and reference it while working.

Design Heritage and Context

As part of A Yarn of Serendipity's legacy square series, the Kinnedy Nichelle Square represents more than a simple motif—it is a personalized tribute designed to be treasured across generations. The combination of intermediate-level techniques and meaningful personalization makes this pattern