Going Round in Squares Blanket

This is an overlay mosaic crochet design - a sort of optical illusion of overlapping squares. I’ve made a blanket but you could also make two smaller pieces and attach together for a cushion cover, there are basic instructions included for both options.

This is a fairly simple pattern suitable for someone who is intermediate at crochet. I enjoy working in the round from the center like we do in this pattern, as you don’t have lots of ends to weave in or cover like you would when working in rows. Each time we change colors in this piece, you drop the previous color behind and pick it up in the next round without cutting. If you are new to working from the center or to mosaic crochet patterns, I include some basic instructions and photos, and links for some of my favorite video tutorials.

The pattern includes two charts/ one set of written instructions for working from the center out, and chart/ instructions for working row by row if you prefer this method.