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Brood of Angels Square Pattern

Brood of Angels Square Pattern
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12-15 Hours Time Needed
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Advanced Level

Designed for experienced crocheters, these patterns involve intricate designs and complex techniques to challenge and inspire.

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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Brood of Angels Square Pattern

Brood of Angels Square creates a dramatic, layered floral square with deep texture and sculpted petals. The pattern uses worsted-weight yarns and combines special stitches — puffs, 3rd loop work, front/back post variations, and modified X-stitches — for a 3D effect. Photography and step-by-step round notes guide you through each transformation from center to corner.

Brood of Angels Square Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

This advanced square includes right- and left-handed video references for key rounds and clear stitch definitions for every technique. Perfect for experienced crocheters wanting to add a showpiece square to a blanket or cushion.

Why You'll Love This Brood of Angels Square Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it brings together texture and color in such a sculptural and satisfying way. The layered petals and raised elements create visual depth that really stands out in any project. I enjoy how each round transforms the motif, and the stitch combinations feel inventive yet logical. Sharing this design with photos and video links makes tackling the advanced techniques much more approachable, which makes me proud of the finished square.

Brood of Angels Square Pattern step 1 - construction progress Brood of Angels Square Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Brood of Angels Square Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Brood of Angels Square Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how many ways you can customize this square — changing colors will completely transform the mood of the design.

For a softer look, I often swap the bold color palette for pastels and use the same hook size for the same texture but a gentler finish.

If you want a chunkier, cozy square, try a bulkier yarn and a larger hook; the petals will become more pronounced and the finished square will grow larger.

I sometimes replace the 3rd loop work with standard dc to simplify the texture when making many squares for a blanket.

Try adding a contrasting picot or crab stitch border to frame the floral center and give it a crisp edge for cushions.

Experiment with metallic or speckled yarns in a single round to add subtle shimmer without changing stitch structure.

For heirloom quality, I recommend using a mercerized cotton for durability and crisp stitch definition that blocks beautifully.

I often embroider a small center motif or add a tiny button at the heart of the flower for a personalized touch.

If you want to create a set, make multiple squares in different palettes and join them with a joining rnd that matches one chosen color for cohesion.

Finally, don't be afraid to swap stitch types in non-critical areas — the pattern's structure is forgiving for creative changes in filler rounds.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not using stitch markers can lead to misplaced corners and asymmetry; place markers at indicated ch-2 corner spaces and marked stitch points to maintain proper alignment. ✗ Skipping the invisible join or finishing rounds improperly creates gaps and uneven edges; always complete each round with the recommended standing stitch and invisible join as instructed. ✗ Working puff stitches with inconsistent tension results in uneven petals and crowded stitches; maintain consistent yarn tension and complete each puff exactly as shown, pulling loops evenly. ✗ Failing to fold ch-2 spaces or work behind previous rounds when instructed will distort shaping; follow the direction to fold ch-2 sps to the back where noted and work dc2tog in specified ch-1 sps for correct structure.

Brood of Angels Square Pattern

Create a richly textured floral square with Brood of Angels Square Pattern by Pam Knighton-Haener. This advanced square features puff stitches, clusters, modified X-stitches, and layered petals to give a dramatic, dimensional bloom that looks stunning in blankets or as a stand-alone cushion panel. You will follow clear step-by-step rounds with photo guidance and links to right- and left-handed videos to support each shaping technique. Enjoy exploring colorways and texture as you stitch each detailed round.

Advanced 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Brood of Angels Square Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    I Love This Cotton (Worsted Weight/#4), 100% cotton - used for main colors (amounts depend on project; sample square uses multiple small color changes)
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    Yarn Bee Tweed Indeed (Worsted Weight/#4), 46% acetate, 46% cotton, 6% viscose, 2% polyester - used for tweed texture accents
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    Yarn Bee Must Be Merino (Worsted Weight/#4), 50% merino wool, 25% acrylic, 25% nylon - used for soft, warm color accents
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    Colorway 1: A - Hot Orchid; B - Golden Tweed; C - Teal; D - Mulberry; E - Antique Cream; F - Rosy (I Love This Cotton) - amounts as needed for one square
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    Colorway 2: A - Stonewash; B - Ivory; C - Curry; D - Rosy II; E - Pistache; F - Bright Citrus (I Love This Cotton) - amounts as needed for one square

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size 4.5 mm (recommended for tighter texture / sample yields ~11" blocked)
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    Crochet hook size 5.00 mm (recommended for finished/blocked sample ~12")
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    Stitch markers (multiple) for marking corner ch-2 sps and special locations
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    Yarn darning/tapestry needle for weaving in ends
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    Scissors
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    Blocking tools: pins, blocking mats (for wet blocking) or iron/steamer (for steam blocking) - use caution with acrylic
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    Optional: tape measure for checking gauge and finished size

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— Main Square :

Round 1 :

In double magic circle, ch 3 (counts as first hdc and ch 1 of rnd); [hdc, ch 1] 7 times; cut yarn, invisible join; Counts: 8 hdc, 8 ch-1 sp (16 total)

Round 2 :

If you have difficulty working Option 1, please use Option 2. Option 1: Turn to back AND starting in any ch-1 sp, *puff in ch-1 sp; ch 2, sk NEXT hdc; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 8 puff, 8 ch-2 sp (24 total) Option 2: Starting in any ch-1 sp, *puff in ch-1 sp; ch 2, sk NEXT hdc; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 8 puff, 8 ch-2 sp (24 total) ~ Rnd 2 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 3 :

I recommend watching the video for this rnd before starting. Option 1: Turn to front AND starting in any ch-2 sp, Option 2: Starting in any ch-2 sp, Both options, continue: Note: the 1st dc of the dc2tog is always worked behind the previous dc2tog and st between dc2tog is skipped. • dc2tog, working in ch-2 sp before and after puff, ch 1; • [dc2tog, working in previously skipped puff and NEXT puff, ch 1; dc2tog, working in previously worked ch-2 sp and NEXT ch-2 sp, ch 1] 7 times; • dc2tog, working in previously skipped puff and from the front in NEXT puff, ch 1; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 16 dc2tog, 16 ch-1 sp (32 total) ~ Rnd 3 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 4 :

I recommend watching the video before starting this rnd. Starting in any ch-1 sp, *HPS in ch-1 sp, ch 1; sk NEXT dc2tog; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 16 HPS, 16 ch-1 sp (32 total) ~ Rnd 4 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 5 :

Working behind rnd 4 and in rnd 3 dc2tog only, start in any dc2tog, *working in BL and 3LP as one, hdc in dc2tog, ch 2; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 16 BLhdc, 16 ch-2 sp (48 total) ~ Rnd 5 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 6 :

Starting in any BLhdc, *sc in BLhdc; ch 2, sk NEXT ch-2 sp; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 16 sc, 16 ch-2 sp (48 total) ~ Rnd 6 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 7 :

Starting in any ch-2 sp, *[(tr, ch 1] 5 times) in ch-2 sp-place st marker in 4th ch-1 sp; sk NEXT sc, ([tr, ch 1] 5 times) in NEXT ch-2 sp; sk NEXT sc, place st marker in ch-2 sp of rnd 5 directly below, sk NEXT ch-2 sp; sc in NEXT sc; ch 1, sk NEXT ch-2 sp and sc; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 4 sc, 40 tr, 44 ch-1 sp (88 total) ~ Rnd 7 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 8 :

Starting in ch-1 marked sp of rnd 7-remove marker, * (2 hdc) in ch-1 sp; sk NEXT tr, (dc, ch 2, dc) in NEXT ch-1 sp-place st marker in ch-2 sp; sk NEXT tr [(2 hdc) in NEXT ch-1 sp, sk NEXT tr] 2 times; [(2 dc) in NEXT ch-1 sp, sk NEXT tr] 2 times; ch 1, sk NEXT ch-1 sp; sc in NEXT ch-1 sp directly below AND between 2 HPS of rnd 4- there will be 4 HPS between scs, ch 1; working behind rnd 7, sc in NEXT ch-2 marked sp of rnd 5-do not remove marker; ch 1, sk NEXT (sc, ch-1 sp); [sk NEXT tr, (2 dc) in NEXT ch-1 sp] 2 times; sk NEXT tr, (2 hdc) in NEXT ch-1 sp, sk NEXT tr; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 8 sc, 32 hdc, 40 dc, 12 ch-1 sp, 4 ch-2 sp (100 total/25 per side) ~ Rnd 8 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 9 :

I recommend watching the video before starting this rnd. Working from the back of rnd 7 only, start in tr immediately before any (dc, ch 2, dc) marked st of rnd 8-do not remove marker, *[working in rnd 7 tr, hdc in BL and 3LP of tr as one, hdc in tr, ch 1; sk all sts to NEXT tr] 5 times-place st marker in 5th ch-1 sp; sk all sts to marked st of rnd 5; working in marked st of rnd 5, dc to the left of sc (right, if left-handed) in rnd 8-remove marker; ch 1, sk NEXT (sc, ch 1, tr); [BLhdc in 3LP of NEXT tr, ch 1, sk all sts to NEXT tr] 3 times; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 32 BLhdc, 4 dc, 36 ch-1 sp (72 total) ~ Rnd 9 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 10 :

Starting in ch-1 marked sp of rnd 9, *dtr in ch-1 marked sp of rnd 9-remove marker, ch 1; X-st using the NEXT Unworked ch-1 sp and previously worked ch-1 sp - for the exact placement of the X-st I recommend looking at rnd 10 picture or watching the video; ch 1, dtr in previously worked ch-1 sp; sk NEXT hdc, (2 tr) in ch-1 sp; [sk NEXT hdc, (2 dc) in ch-1 sp] 2 times; ch 1, sk NEXT (hdc, ch-1 sp, hdc); [(2 dc) in ch-1 sp, sk NEXT hdc] 2 times; (2 tr) in NEXT ch-1 sp; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 32 dc, 16 tr, 8 dtr, 12 ch-1 sp, 4 X-st (72 total) ~ Rnd 10 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 11 :

Use Option 4 if you find working Option 3 is too difficult or you prefer the look of Option 4. Option 3: Starting in ch-2 sp of any X-st, *[(4 tr) in ch-2 sp of X-st; ch 1, sk NEXT (dtr, ch-1 sp); BPdc around NEXT dtr and tr; BPhdc around NEXT tr and 4 dc; mod X-st in ch-2 marked sp of rnd 8-remove marker; sk NEXT ch-1 sp, BPhdc around NEXT 4 dc and tr; BPdc around NEXT tr and dtr; ch 1, sk NEXT ch-1 sp and dtr; tr in NEXT ch-2 sp of X-st; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 40 BPhdc, 16 BPdc, 20 tr, 8 ch-1 sp, 4 mod X-st (88 total) Option 4: Starting in ch-2 sp of any X-st, *[(4 tr) in ch-2 sp of X-st; ch 1, sk NEXT (dtr, ch-1 sp); BPdc around 2 sts; BPhdc around 5 sts; (dc, ch 2, dc) in ch-2 sp marked st of rnd 8-remove marker; sk ch-1 sp, BPhdc around NEXT 5 sts; BPdc around NEXT 2 sts; ch 1, sk NEXT (ch-1 sp, dtr); tr in NEXT ch-2 sp of X-st; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 40 BPhdc, 8 dc, 16 BPdc, 20 tr, 8 ch-1 sp, 4 ch-2 sps (100 total) ~ Rnd 11 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 12 :

Starting in 2nd BPdc after any group of 5 tr, *dc in 6 sts; ch 1, sk NEXT mod X-st OR NEXT (dc, ch 2, dc); dc in NEXT 7 sts; ch 1, sk NEXT ch-1 sp; [3dc-cluster in NEXT tr, ch 1] 5 times; sk NEXT ch-1 sp, dc in NEXT BPdc; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 56 dc, 20 3dc-cluster, 28 ch-1 sp (104 total) ~ Rnd 12 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 13 :

In this rnd use the same option used in rnd 11. Option 3: Starting around 2nd dc of any side, *FPhdc around 6 sts, ch 1; (5 dc) in NEXT ch-2 sp of rnd 11 mod X-st; ch 1, sk NEXT ch-1 sp; FPhdc around NEXT 7 sts; ch 1, sk NEXT ch-1 sp; Option 4: Starting around 2nd dc of any side, *FPhdc around 6 sts, ch 1; (5 dc) in NEXT ch-2 sp of rnd 11; ch 1, sk NEXT ch-1 sp; FPhdc around NEXT 7 sts; ch 1, sk NEXT ch-1 sp; Both options, continue: • [FPdc around NEXT 3dc-cluster, ch 2, sk NEXT ch-1 sp] 4 times; FPdc around NEXT 3dc-cluster; ch 1, sk NEXT ch-1 sp; FPdc around NEXT st; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible. Counts: 56 FPhdc, 20 dc, 20 FPdc, 16 ch-1 sp, 16 ch-2 sp (144 total) ~ Rnd 13 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 14 :

Work in rnd 12 only and start in ch-1 sp between 1st and 2nd 3dc-cluster of any side, In the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th bullet points below, fold ch-2 sp of rnd 13 to the back, working dc2tog in rnd 12 ch-1 sps and in front of rnd 13 FPdc; • *work dc2tog in ch-1 sp AND NEXT ch-1 sp, ch 2; • [work dc2tog in previously worked ch-1 sp and NEXT Unworked ch-1 sp, ch 2] 2 times; • work dc2tog in previously worked ch-1 sp and NEXT Unworked ch-1 sp; ch 1, sk NEXT 2 dc; • working behind rnd 13, hdc in NEXT 2 sts; dc in NEXT 3 sts-place st marker in 2nd dc; ch 1, sk NEXT ch-1 sp; dc in NEXT 3 sts; hdc in NEXT 2 dc; ch 1, sk NEXT 2 dc; • work dc2tog in NEXT rnd 12 ch-1 sp and NEXT ch-1 sp; ch 2; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 16 hdc, 24 dc, 20 dc2tog, 12 ch-1 sp, 16 ch-2 sp (104 total) ~ Rnd 14 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 15 :

Starting in 2nd marked dc of rnd 14, • *sc in 2 dc-move marker to place it around 1st worked dc of rnd 14, sk NEXT ch-1 sp; working under both ch-1 sps before and after (5 dc) of rnd 13, FPdc around NEXT group of 5 dc, sk NEXT ch-1 sp; sc in NEXT 3 dc; ch 1, sk NEXT 2 hdc of rnd 14; In the NEXT 4 bullet points, fold ch-2 of rnd 14 to the back, insert hook from front-to-back and pull ch-2 of rnd 13 to the front: • (4 tr) in NEXT Unworked ch-1 sp of rnd 13; sk ALL sts across to NEXT ch-2 sp of rnd 13; • [(4 tr) in NEXT Unworked ch-2 sp of rnd 13; sk ALL sts across to NEXT ch-2 sp of rnd 13] 2 times, ch 2 as a corner; • (4 tr) in NEXT Unworked ch-2 sp of rnd 13; sk ALL sts across to NEXT ch-2 sp of rnd 13; • (4 tr) in NEXT Unworked ch-1 sp of rnd 13; ch 1, sk NEXT 2 hdc of rnd 14; sc in NEXT dc; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 24 sc, 4 FPdc, 96 tr, 8 ch-1 sp, 4 ch-2 corner sp (132 total/33 per side) ~ Rnd 15 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 16 :

Starting in any ch-2 corner sp, * (3 tr, ch 2, 4 tr) in ch-2 corner sp; ch 1, sk NEXT 4 tr; working in 3LP, dc in NEXT 8 tr; ch 1, sk NEXT 4 tr; start around marked dc of rnd 14, and work FPtr around 1st, 2nd and 3rd dc-remove marker; FPdc around NEXT FPdc of rnd 15, FPtr around 4th, 5th and 6th dc of rnd 14; ch 1, sk ALL sts to NEXT tr of rnd 15; working in 3LP, dc in NEXT 8 tr; ch 1, sk NEXT 4 tr; tr in NEXT ch-2 corner sp; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 64 dc, 4 FPdc, 32 tr, 24 FPtr, 16 ch-1 sp, 4 ch-2 corner sp (140 total/35 per side) ~ Rnd 16 Right-Handed and Left-Handed Videos

Round 17 :

Starting in any ch-2 corner sp, * (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 corner sp; sc in NEXT 3 tr; hdc in NEXT tr and ch-1 sp; sc in NEXT 7 dc; hdc in NEXT dc; sk NEXT ch-1 sp; FPtr around NEXT 7 sts; sk NEXT ch-1 sp, hdc in NEXT dc; sc in NEXT 7 dc; hdc in NEXT ch-1 sp and tr; sc in NEXT 3 tr; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join. Counts: 88 sc, 24 hdc, 28 FPtr, 4 ch-2 corner sp (140 total/35 per side)

Round 18 :

Starting in any ch-2 corner sp, * (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2 corner sp; working in BL, dc in NEXT 14 sts; working in BL and 3LP as one, dc in NEXT 7 FPtr; working in BL, dc in NEXT 14 sts; repeat from * around; cut yarn, invisible join and weave in ALL yarn ends. Counts: 156 dc, 4 ch-2 corner sp (156 total/39 per side)

Assembly Instructions

  • Weave in all yarn ends securely after completing Round 18; trim tails and use a yarn darning needle to bury ends neatly on the wrong side.
  • Blocking: wet block or steam block the finished square to open up stitches and reach final shape and size; use blocking pins on a mat and allow to dry fully (be careful when steam blocking acrylic yarn).
  • Use stitch markers to ensure the corners align if you plan to join multiple squares; place markers in ch-2 corner spaces so you can match corners precisely when seaming.
  • If joining squares into an afghan or cushion panel, pin adjacent squares together at several points, then join with your preferred seaming method (mattress stitch or slip-stitch join) keeping tension even.

Important Notes

  • 💡Instructions for ALL rounds start with a standing stitch and end with an invisible join to the 2nd st of rnd; follow the pattern guidance for color changes and finishing.
  • 💡If not changing colors you can opt to finish the previous rnd with a slip stitch join and use the appropriate 'ch' or 'chainless starting stitch' to begin the next round.
  • 💡Blocking is recommended to achieve the final shape and size; you can wet block or steam block, but use caution when steam blocking acrylic yarn.
  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of rounds, marked stitch locations, and corner ch-2 spaces to maintain symmetry during shaping.

This gorgeous Brood of Angels Square combines layering, texture, and color for a truly unique floral panel. It makes a spectacular center square for blankets or a striking cushion front for your home decor projects. Enjoy stitching the dimensional petals and special stitches that give this piece personality and charm. 🧶🌸✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished square measures approximately 11" blocked when worked on 4.5 mm hook and approximately 12" blocked when worked on 5.0 mm hook, depending on your tension and blocking method.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the stitch definition, texture, and final size will change; if using a different weight, adjust your hook size and swatch to achieve a pleasing look and desired finished size.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated advanced and uses techniques like puff stitches, 3rd-loop work, front/back post stitches, and modified X-stitches, so experience with textured stitches and working in different loops is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters take about 12-15 hours to complete the square depending on experience, color changes, and whether you follow the videos for tricky rounds.