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Bavarian Square Tutorial

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It’s time to learn a new stitch! I am so excited to show you the Bavarian Square because it looks complicated but it really isn’t, once you get the hang of it. There aren’t many tutorials that go into full detail so I tried my best to provide that for you. I hope you enjoy it! Happy Crocheting!

Bavarian Square Tutorial

Materials:

  • DK or Worsted weight yarn in several colors (If using DK yarn, your project will come out smaller than it would with worsted weight. I used DK for this example.)
  • Size H Crochet Hook
  • Yarn Needle
  • Scissor

Abbreviations:

tr – treble crochet
bptr – back post treble crochet
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sk – skip
sc – single crochet

Instructions:

Step 1: Ch 6. Sl st to form a ring. Ch 1, sc into the ring.
Step 2: Ch 5
Step 3: Tr into the ring, leaving the last loop on the hook (Do not complete the tr. We are going to make a cluster of 4 tr together.)
Step 4: Tr into the ring once more, without completing the last part of the stitch, leaving the last loop on the hook. You should now have 3 loops on your hook.

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Step 5: Tr into the ring once more, without completing the last part of the stitch, leaving the last loop on the hook. You should now have 4 loops on your hook.
Step 6: Tr into the ring one last time, without completing the last part of the stitch, leaving the last loop on the hook. You should now have 5 loops on your hook.
Step 7: Yarn over and pull through all 5 loops on your hook.
Step 8: Ch 5

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Step 9: Sc into the ring.
Step 10: Repeat steps 2-9, three more times. Join in beginning sc.
Step 11: Ch 1, sc in the same st (sc from previous round.), ch 2.
Step 12: We are now going to work into the top of the 4-tr cluster. You will see there is a little “eye.” That’s where you will crochet into.

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Step 13: 4 tr into the top of the 4-tr cluster from previous round. (ch 1, 4 tr) twice into the top of the 4-tr cluster.
Step 14: Ch 2.
Step 15: Sc into the the sc from previous round.
Step 16: Repeat steps 13-15, three more times. Fasten off.

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Step 17: Join the next color in any ch 1 space from previous round. Ch 1, sc into ch-1 space.
Step 18: Ch 5.
Step 19: We are going to bptr 4 together. Bptr around the tr from previous round, leaving the last loop on the hook. You should have 2 loops on your hook.
Step 20: Bptr around the next tr from previous round, leaving the last loop on the hook. You should now have 3 loops on your hook.

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Step 21: Bptr around the next tr from previous round, leaving the last loop on the hook. You should now have 4 loops on your hook. Bptr around the next tr from previous round, leaving the last loop on the hook. You should now have 5 loops on your hook.
Step 22: Yarn over, pull through all 5 loops on hook.
Step 23: Ch 5
Step 24: Sc into the ch-1 space from previous round.

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Step 25: Ch 5. Bptr 8 sts together (see photo). Ch 5.
Step 26: Sc into the next ch-1 space.
Step 27: Repeat steps 18-25, all the way around. Join in the beginning sc.
Step 28: Ch 1, sc into the same st (sc from previous round.)

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Step 29: 4 tr into the top of the 4-tr cluster from previous round. (ch 1, 4 tr) twice into the top of the 4-tr cluster. Sc into the sc from previous round.
Step 30: 4 tr, ch 1, 4 tr into the top of the 8-tr cluster. Sc into the sc from previous round.

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Step 31: Repeat steps 29-30 around.

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To make a larger square, follow steps 17-30, making sure to add a set 8-tr clusters to each side of the square as you go along. To make an 8×8 square, you would need to crochet 6 rounds (in DK yarn, less for worsted weight). You can add an edging to square it off but I didn’t since I’m making this into a larger afghan.

There are a lot of steps but don’t let them intimidate you. It’s an easy stitch pattern once you get the hang of it. Enjoy!

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Comments

  1. Terry says

    July 31, 2019 at 6:02 PM

    Thank you for the picture and word tutorial. I’ve been trying to follow the videos but get lost.

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      August 13, 2019 at 2:29 PM

      Glad my tutorial was able to help! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Mary Jackson says

    July 23, 2019 at 8:51 AM

    This is beautiful. If you made this an Afghan is there a pattern to do that? Or how would make an Afghan just sew these together like granny square blankets? Or would join as you go? Thank you for the pattern I can’t wait to make some of these.

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      August 13, 2019 at 2:35 PM

      Hi Mary! You can either keep the pattern going to make a larger square or you can stop where I stopped in the tutorial and join the squares as you go or sc or whip stitch them together.

      Reply
  3. Kathleen Fuller says

    April 20, 2018 at 10:50 PM

    You did an excellent job explaining this! I tried following another tutorial but I got lost. You’re right, once you get the hang of it it’s easy. Thank you so much!

    Reply
  4. Gwen R. says

    November 17, 2017 at 10:49 AM

    Hi Amy,

    Congratulations! Happy birthday to your new son.

    I love this beautiful stitch and this is a great tutorial. But I have to be a little thick headed sometimes and I am confused about step #29. Is this all done in the same/ first tr crochet?

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      November 28, 2017 at 1:38 PM

      Hi Gwen! You will work the 4 tr into the cluster from the previous round. It is the bptr 8 sts together.

      Reply
  5. Debra Lenoy says

    November 7, 2017 at 6:16 AM

    All the patterns are set out so easy to follow thank you

    Reply
  6. Leanne says

    July 1, 2017 at 8:52 PM

    This is a great tutorial. Can’t wait to get started on this awesome stitch. Thanks so much for sharing your amazing talent.

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      July 4, 2017 at 11:04 AM

      Thank you so much Leanne! I am so glad you enjoyed my Bavarian Square tutorial!

      Reply
  7. Robin Riley says

    January 28, 2017 at 5:55 AM

    Hi Amy,

    Just wanted to say you’ve done an awesome job with this tutorial by combining detailed instructions with accompanying pictures for each step. Very easy to follow. Thanks for taking the time and sharing.

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      January 30, 2017 at 2:31 PM

      Thank you so much for your kind words Robin! I am so glad that you enjoyed the tutorial 🙂

      Reply
  8. Julie says

    September 27, 2016 at 7:47 AM

    Hi Amy! Love this stitch! I would like to know if treble is english or american? Thank you!!

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      October 11, 2016 at 10:35 AM

      Hi Julie! This is written in US terms 🙂

      Reply
  9. Chelle says

    August 19, 2016 at 3:21 AM

    I have seen books for BavarianCrochet at the craft stores. I have been wanting to try the pattern, but didn’t want to spend so much money to buy one without first trying the basic stitch. Thank you so much for your tutorial. I am looking forward to trying the pattern!

    Reply
  10. Mari says

    June 28, 2016 at 11:32 AM

    The step by step pictures are great. Thankyou for posting this. I’ve bookmarked it for future reference.

    Reply
  11. Rebecca says

    May 26, 2016 at 6:42 PM

    Amy – I stumbled on your website via a friends FB page. I just love the variety of patterns and tutorials you’ve listed! I can’t wait to try them. BTW – I just saw the comment above on the ‘print-friendly’ format. I’ve been copying into Word…..LOL…anyway. Live and learn :-/

    Reply
  12. Linda says

    April 4, 2016 at 9:24 AM

    Thank you so very much for this pattern!!! I’ve recently ordered an afghan kit using this stitch…..I’m saving your directions in case I have trouble….Can’t wait to get started…..Thank you again!! ( so glad you are a stay at home mom, right choice!!)

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      April 7, 2016 at 11:52 AM

      Hi Linda! You’re welcome! I hope the tutorial helps you out! And thank you. I love being at home with my babies 🙂

      Reply
  13. Kelly McPhail says

    March 14, 2016 at 11:31 PM

    Thank you so much for sharing this tutorial! Theeps are so clear and well written and the matching photos are fantastic : ) This is too good not to share, so I posted your link to Google+ and pinned it on Pinterest. Great job!!!

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      March 17, 2016 at 12:09 PM

      Thank you so much for the feedback Kelly! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Debbie says

    December 30, 2015 at 5:42 PM

    Is 13 14 & 15 out of order? Mine is puckering & not laying flat. Or am I just doing it too tight?

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      December 31, 2015 at 11:02 AM

      Hi Debbie! It sounds like a tension issue. When I started mine, it was puckering as well so I had to loosen up on my tension and it worked out.

      Reply
  15. G.S.Iyer says

    September 23, 2015 at 1:18 AM

    Thanks for sharing the beautiful pattern, though it looks tricky, once you start doing it is easy to continue.

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      September 26, 2015 at 11:51 AM

      You’re welcome! It does look tricky but once you get into the rhythm of the pattern, it’s pretty easy 🙂

      Reply
  16. Maria says

    September 11, 2015 at 11:28 AM

    nicely elaborated, thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      September 13, 2015 at 1:21 PM

      Thank you Maria!

      Reply
  17. Anna Steinke says

    September 7, 2015 at 9:22 AM

    Have you made the blanket pattern yet?
    thank you, Anna

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      September 9, 2015 at 7:18 PM

      Hi Anna! I have not but I am dying to. I have the square sitting and calling my name. I am hoping to start it soon.

      Reply
  18. Judy M says

    August 31, 2015 at 9:17 AM

    I have been looking for weeks for a unique stitch to use for a gift I want to make. I’ve seen this around and really was interested but without decent instructions I decided to keep looking..

    This is amazing – – you have a real gift for illustrating the process. I’ve actually pinned it for my friends to benefit from as well.

    My utmost thanks for allowing me to finally make the decision – – I can now go plan the colors!!!

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      August 31, 2015 at 2:13 PM

      Thank you so much Judy! I am so glad my tutorial is helpful and that you are able to follow along and create your gift 🙂

      Reply
  19. Joy Johnson says

    August 14, 2015 at 9:47 AM

    This is a beautiful tutorial! I’m just getting in to crochet & I really like the photos and clear instructions. Also the colors are gorgeous as well! I can’t wait to give this stitch a try!

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      August 15, 2015 at 11:47 AM

      Thank you so much Joy!

      Reply
  20. Di says

    August 3, 2015 at 11:42 PM

    This is my favourite post because have never tried the Bavarian Square and it looks amazing!
    So with the help of your detailed tutorial, I think I might give it a go 😀 Thank You!

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      September 7, 2015 at 12:42 PM

      That’s so great to know! I hope you do try the tutorial! I bet your will love the Bavarian square when you’re all done 🙂

      Reply
  21. Helen Blank says

    May 26, 2015 at 6:26 AM

    Is the first eye triple a long stitch? I can not seem to make a shorter stitch from the center of the previous stitch all the way up to the eye.

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      May 28, 2015 at 6:30 PM

      Hi Helen, the stitches used in this pattern are treble crochets. It’s a taller stitch than a double crochet or single crochet. What “eye” are you referring to and why do you want to make a shorter stitch?

      Reply
  22. janet c campbell says

    May 6, 2015 at 11:28 AM

    Thank you. This is the best tutorial ever. Thank you

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      May 9, 2015 at 10:20 AM

      Thanks Janet!! Enjoy!

      Reply
  23. Jennifer says

    May 6, 2015 at 3:14 AM

    I love your work and tutorial , please how can I purchase your videos for this lessons please?

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      May 9, 2015 at 10:21 AM

      Hi Jennifer! I currently don’t have any video tutorials but I will be working on some soon 🙂

      Reply
  24. Teresa Martin says

    May 5, 2015 at 1:52 PM

    Hi,

    Absolutely love this Bavarian Square! On one of your posts in Janaury you replied to another post saying you had a blanket pattern in the works. Would love to have that pattern! Never done this but would love to try.

    Thanks,

    Teresa

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      May 5, 2015 at 9:28 PM

      Hi Teresa! I actually had to put the blanket project aside for now since my baby boy is due to arrive any time now. I will be working on the blanket in the future when I have some more time and posting the pattern.

      Reply
  25. Glory Lennon says

    March 26, 2015 at 4:32 PM

    I love that! Next afghan I make for sure it will use this design! Thanks much for the lesson!

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      March 27, 2015 at 8:53 PM

      Thank you Glory! I have a blanket pattern in the works with this same stitch pattern 🙂

      Reply
  26. Donna says

    February 17, 2015 at 5:37 PM

    Hi! Beautiful pattern and the photos explain it better than just words. I read the “How to Print” section but don’t see a “printer friendly” tag any where on this tutorial. Or am I missing something? thanks!

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      February 17, 2015 at 8:38 PM

      Hi Donna! You can click on the light green circle at the top or bottom of the post. That is the print friendly button 🙂

      Reply
  27. towanda says

    January 23, 2015 at 7:50 AM

    good morning Amy, thank you for sharing the Bavarian Square Stitch, do you have a pattern for a blanket /poncho using the Bavarian Square Stitch?

    Thank you

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      January 24, 2015 at 8:48 PM

      Hi Towanda! Unfortunately I do not have a pattern for a poncho using this stitch but I am working on a blanket pattern that I hope to release soon.

      Reply
  28. Ulrika says

    January 18, 2015 at 1:58 PM

    There is a problem with step 21 to step 22. It says to pull through 4 loops on hook, yet if you do the 4 trebles as indicated you will be pulling through 5 loops. It shows this in the picture. Confused?

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      January 21, 2015 at 10:38 AM

      Hi Ulrika. There was a typo that has been corrected. The instructions above are now correct.

      Reply
  29. Emily says

    January 18, 2015 at 1:37 AM

    Love this!! I’m working on a chevron crochet blanket right now, but I want to try this for my next project!! pinned.

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      January 18, 2015 at 6:46 PM

      I love chevrons! They are one of my favorite blankets to make 🙂 Thanks for pinning!

      Reply
  30. Penny says

    January 17, 2015 at 9:37 PM

    I’m just curious about the Bavarian square stitch. If you wanted to make it into an afghan, would you just keep repeating steps 17-30 till you got the size you wanted?

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      January 18, 2015 at 6:48 PM

      Hi Penny, yes you would just follow steps 17-30, making sure to add a set 8-tr clusters to each side of the square as you go along.

      Reply
  31. Barbara Klees says

    January 16, 2015 at 7:01 PM

    Would love to have those 2 patterns but can’t figure out how this is all new to me

    Reply
    • Amy Ramnarine says

      January 19, 2015 at 9:00 AM

      Hi Barbara. I am unsure of what you mean. Are you trying to print this tutorial or download it to a PDF?

      Reply
      • Betty says

        January 12, 2018 at 8:43 PM

        I would like to print. I didn’t see where I could do that. I love the squares.

        Reply
        • Amy Ramnarine says

          January 14, 2018 at 11:55 AM

          Hi Betty! At the top of the post you will see a green printfriendly button. You can click on that to print the tutorial or File -> Print from your browser.

          Reply

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