Warm & Durable Crochet Suzette Stitch Blanket Square for Winter
Hook up some winter magic with Suzette stitch blanket squares – warm, and the coziest way to chase away the chilly vibes.
There’s nothing quite like wrapping yourself in the warmth of a handmade blanket on a cold winter evening. Crochet blanket squares made with the Suzette stitch bring both comfort and charm to your home, offering a soft yet durable texture that feels like a hug in fabric form. With its elegant combination of single and double crochet stitches, this technique creates a tightly woven design that not only retains heat but also adds a visually appealing touch to any project.
Cozy Crochet Suzette Stitch Square for Seasonal Blanket Projects
Whether you’re crocheting a cozy throw, a decorative pillow, or a full-sized bedspread, these versatile squares are a delightful way to channel your creativity. The dense structure makes them ideal for winter accessories, ensuring your creations are not only beautiful but long-lasting. Plus, you can customize them with playful colors or subtle tones to suit your personal style or décor.
Crocheting with the Suzette stitch is also a meditative and rewarding experience, perfect for quiet evenings or relaxing weekends. Each square you make is an opportunity to create something meaningful whether it’s a gift for a loved one or an addition to your own home. Combining warmth, durability, and artistry, Suzette stitch blanket squares are a quintessential project for any crochet enthusiast.
Materials Needed
- Yarn of your choice
- Crochet hook (size suitable for your yarn)
- Scissors
- Measuring tape (optional for uniform square sizes)
1: Setting Up the Foundation Chain
- Decide on the width of your blanket square. For this pattern, Creator uses approximately a six-inch square.
- Chain the desired length; in the example, 24 chains were chosen.
- The second chain from the hook is where you’ll begin crocheting.
2: First Row — Single Crochet Across
- Skip the first chain and insert your hook into the second chain.
- Complete a single crochet: insert your hook, pull up a loop, and yarn over to pull through both loops on the hook.
- Repeat a single crochet in every stitch across until the foundation row is completed.
3: Transitioning to Suzette Stitch
- When you reach the end of the first row, chain one and turn your work.
- Make a double crochet into the first stitch of the row.
- Skip the next stitch. In the following stitch, work a single crochet and then a double crochet in the same stitch.
- Continue the “skip one stitch, single and double crochet in the next stitch” sequence across the row.
4: Handling the End of Each Row
- At the very last stitch of the row, ensure you complete a double crochet.
- Chain one and turn your work to begin the next row.
5: Continuing the Pattern
- Follow the sequence again, skipping the double crochet stitches and working into the single crochet stitches.
- Perform a single crochet and double crochet into each single crochet from the previous row to maintain the pattern consistency.
- Repeat this for as many rows as you need, ensuring your tension remains even throughout.
6: Finishing the Suzette Stitch
- Once the square reaches the desired size, cut the yarn and weave in the ends.
- Rebecca mentions that there’s no need to single crochet around the edges of the square, as the blanket squares will be stitched together directly to form the final piece.
Tips for Uniform Squares
- Measure carefully to ensure all squares are close to the same size; this simplifies joining them later.
- If tension causes slight pulling in or stretching, minor adjustments can be made during assembly.
Conclusion
The Suzette Stitch creates a textured, durable design that can be adapted for various projects beyond blanket squares. With its soothing rhythm and beautiful pattern, the Suzette Stitch is a versatile technique that delivers outstanding results for handmade creations. Whether you’re working on a sampler blanket or making other cozy items, this stitch is sure to add charm and functionality to your projects.
