DrunkardsPath Square

DrunkardsPath Square by Atty*s

What Is Being Made

The DrunkardsPath Square is a crochet motif designed to be worked as an individual square unit. Multiple squares can be joined together using long yarn ends to create larger projects such as blankets, afghans, or modular garments. This intermediate-level pattern produces geometric squares suitable for both experienced crafters looking to expand their skills and those with solid foundational crochet knowledge.

Craft and Technique Overview

This project uses fundamental crochet construction methods combined with strategic increases to create a shaped square motif. The pattern employs a flat, worked-in-rows approach using right-side and wrong-side designation to maintain consistent shaping. The design incorporates deliberate stitch increases positioned throughout each row to build the square's dimensional form. Assembly of multiple squares is accomplished through a sewing method using the long yarn ends left at completion of each square, allowing for flexible joining arrangements.

Stitches Used

• Chain (ch) – foundational stitch used to establish row beginnings and initial structure
• Single Crochet (sc) – included in the abbreviation list for potential use in finishing or joining
• Half Double Crochet (hdc) – listed in abbreviations for pattern flexibility
• Double Crochet (dc) – primary stitch throughout the pattern, forming the main fabric and structure
• Extended Double Crochet (edc) – specialized stitch variation included in the pattern instructions; created by working a standard double crochet foundation, then drawing yarn through loops in a specific sequence to create an extended height
• Slip Stitch (ss) – included for joining or finishing techniques
• Triple Crochet (tr) – listed in the abbreviation reference

Materials Required

This pattern demonstrates excellent yarn flexibility, requiring any yarn with a matching hook size. The designer intentionally leaves material selection open, allowing crafters to choose based on personal preference, stash availability, or project requirements. The critical specification is ensuring the hook size corresponds appropriately to the selected yarn weight to achieve proper gauge and fabric drape. The pattern emphasizes leaving long yarn ends of approximately 25 centimeters at the completion of each square (rather than at the beginning), as these ends serve the essential function of sewing squares together during assembly.

Pattern Structure and Progression

The DrunkardsPath Square follows a systematic row-by-row construction beginning with a foundation chain. Row 1 establishes the base with a chain-3 turning chain counting as one double crochet, followed by two double crochets in the first chain. Subsequent rows build upon this foundation with strategic double crochet increases positioned at regular intervals. Row 2 introduces increases with two double crochets worked in the same stitch twice across the row. Row 3 alternates single double crochets with increases in a specific pattern. Row 4 continues the increase sequence with double crochets worked into consecutive stitches followed by increases. The pattern continues through at least Row 5 and beyond, with the complete instructions establishing the full square dimensions and final shape.

Key Pattern Notes

The designer includes an important technical note regarding the Extended Double Crochet stitch, providing detailed instructions for its execution. This stitch begins like a standard double crochet with a yarn over and hook insertion, drawing up a loop to create three loops on the hook. A yarn over then draws through one loop, maintaining three loops on the hook. Finally, yarn overs draw through two loops twice, completing the stitch with extended height. The pattern specifically instructs crafters to leave long ends of approximately 25 centimeters for sewing squares together, distinguishing these from beginning yarn ends. This construction method allows for flexible assembly and creates clean, secure seams when squares are joined.