Animal Lovers Paw Print Mini C2C Crochet Square Pattern
If you’re an animal lover, my Paw Print Mini C2C Crochet Square Pattern is just what you need! This mini C2C pattern measures 5 by 5 inches and is perfect for adding a bit of furry friend love to your crochet projects.
It’s an easy and fun pattern that’s great for all skill levels. Let’s get started and add this adorable paw print to your collection of crochet squares! The free crochet pattern is below.
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Free Mini c2c Crochet Pattern
The Paw Print crochet square is perfect for animal-themed projects and gifts for animal lovers! Use it to create a cozy blanket for your pet or make a cute pillow that shows off your love for animals.
It’s also great for tote bags, wall hangings, or even as part of a gift for a fellow animal lover. This square adds a playful and heartwarming touch to any project!
Crochet Project Materials Needed
- Crochet Hook Size: G-6 4 mm
- Yarn: Worsted weight yarn. I used Lion Brand Yarns 24/7 Cotton in white and dragonfly.
- Yarn needle: Use this to weave in your ends.
- Scissors: Use scissors to fasten off your yarn.
- Stitch marker(s): Optional. Use these to help keep track of your stitches.
Printable PDF Version
View this crochet pattern in my Etsy shop: Crochet Paw Print Pattern
Mini C2C Crochet Square Pattern Information
Skill Level
Advanced beginners. This mini square is made using the C2C crochet method and it involves color changes.
Finished Measurements
My mini paw print square measures 5 inches by 5 inches.
Gauge
8 squares (ch 3 + 3 dc) = 4 inches
Crochet Terms
- dc = double crochet
- sc = single crochet
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
C2C Crochet Technique
- The pattern is made using the C2C technique of making “squares” in diagonal rows. You start in the bottom right corner and ending in the top left corner.
- Each square is made of a chain 3 + 3 double crochet.
- Chain 6 to start a new row and chain 3 to start a new square.
- You can follow the picture graph or the written pattern.
- The written pattern tells you how many squares to make of each color and in what order.
C2C Video Tutorial
Need C2C help? I have a step by step C2C tutorial for my mini heart square on my YouTube channel.
C2C Crochet Pattern Notes
- The pattern is written in US terms.
- In the written instructions, the white is the background and the black is the paw print.
- ↙ You are working on the “right side”.
- ↗ You are working on the “wrong side”.
Mini C2C Crochet Square Pattern Instructions
Crochet the paw print square following the picture graph or the written pattern.
↙ Row 1: white x 1 (1 square)
↗ Row 2: white x 2 (2 squares)
↙ Row 3: white x 3 (3 squares)
↗ Row 4: white x 1, black x 2, white x 1 (4 squares)
↙ Row 5: white x 2, black x 2, white x 1 (5 squares)
↗ Row 6: white x 2, black x 2, white x 2 (6 squares)
↙ Row 7: white x 1, black x 1, white x 1, black x 3, white x 1 (7 squares)
↗ Row 8: white x 1, black x 4, white x 1, black x 1, white x 1 (8 squares)
↙ Row 9: white x 4, black x 3, white x 2 (9 squares)
Corner: Start decreasing on both ends
↗ Row 10: white x 1, black x 3, white x 1, black x 1, white x 2 (8 squares)
↙ Row 11: white x 1, black x 1, white x 5 (7 squares)
↗ Row 12: white x 3, black x 1, white x 2 (6 squares)
↙ Row 13: white x 1, black x 1, white x 1, black x 1, white x 1 (5 squares)
↗ Row 14: white x 1, black x 1, white x 2 (4 squares)
↙ Row 15: white x 3 (3 squares)
↗ Row 16: white x 2 (2 squares)
↙ Row 17: white x 1 (1 square)
Border for the Mini C2C Crochet Square Pattern
Make 2 sc in each square along the sides and in each corner square make (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc).
Finishing the Mini C2C Crochet Square Pattern
Fasten off and then weave in all of your ends. Block if desired.
Looking for more Free Crochet Patterns?
Are you ready to start your next project? You may also like these mini square patterns: turtle, heart, tree, Frankenstein, pencil, apple worm, cactus, music note, American flag, peace sign, dog, and mushroom.
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