Crochet Checkerboard Textures Throw Pattern

Creating a beautiful and cozy throw doesn’t have to be complicated. This Crochet Checkerboard Textures Throw combines the classic allure of Granny Squares with textured squares to produce a visually engaging design that is both stylish and functional. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike, this throw boasts a rhythmic interplay of stitches that can brighten up any space. Follow along as we guide you through this enjoyable project!

About the Crochet Project

The Crochet Checkerboard Textures Throw is made up of 20 squares: 10 Granny Squares and 10 Textured Squares. This unique combination results in a cozy and decorative blanket perfect for snuggling under on chilly nights or as a decorative throw for your couch.

Finished Measurements

While the precise finished size isn’t specified in the pattern, the throw can be expected to be ample enough to cover a standard blanket size, depending on your gauge and individual square sizes.

Materials

this Pattern

To create your own Crochet Checkerboard Textures Throw, you will need the following materials:

• Yarn:

  • Red Heart® Soft® (5 oz/141 g; 256 yds/234 m) in Light Grey Heather (9440): 13 balls

• Crochet Hooks:

  • Size U.S. G/6 (4 mm) for Granny Squares
  • Size U.S. F/5 (3.75 mm) for all other Squares or size needed to obtain gauge

Crochet Abbreviations

Understanding the crochet abbreviations will grant you confidence as you work through the pattern. Here are some essential terms used in this project:

• Approx = Approximately
• Beg = Beginning
• Ch = Chain(s)
• Cont = Continue(ity)
• Dc = Double crochet
• Popcorn: Work 4 dc in indicated stitch. Drop loop from hook. Re-insert hook from front to back into first dc of 4-dc group. Pull dropped loop through stitch. Ch 1 to close Popcorn.
• Rep = Repeat
• Rnd(s) = Round(s)
• RS = Right side
• Shell = (2 dc. Ch 2. 2 dc) in indicated stitch or space
• Sc = Single crochet
• Sl st = Slip stitch
• Sp(s) = Spaces
• St(s) = Stitches
• Trfp = (Yoh) twice and draw up a loop around post of next st at front of work inserting hook from right to left. (Yoh and draw through 2 loops on hook) 3 times
• Yoh = Yarn over hook
• Dcbp = (Yoh) and draw up a loop around the post of the next stitch at back of work inserting hook from right to left. (Yoh and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice – 1 dcbp made
• Dcfp = (Yoh) and draw up a loop around the post of the next stitch at front of work inserting hook from right to left. (Yoh and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice – 1 dcfp made

Designer Note: When instructed to work around a stitch “2 rows/rnds below,” this means to work around the stitch in the row/rnd numbered 2 less than the row/rnd you are currently working. For instance, if working the 4th row, a stitch “2 rows below” refers to the 2nd row.

Pattern Notes

This throw pattern brings together traditional crochet skills and modern textured work, creating a beautiful piece to showcase your crochet prowess. Each square is worked independently before being assembled, making it an approachable project.

The Construction: Squares

Granny Square (make 10)

Skill Level: Easy
Gauge: 1st to 3rd rnds = 3¾” [9.5 cm] with larger hook.

Instructions

1. With a larger hook, ch 4. Join with a sl st in the first chain to form a ring.

Round 1:

• (RS) Ch 3, 2 dc in ring.
• (Ch 2, 3 dc in ring) 3 times.
• Ch 2. Join with a sl st in top of ch-3.
• Turn.
• You will have 12 dc (4 3-dc groups) and 4 corner ch-2 spaces.

Round 2:

• (WS) Ch 3.
• (2 dc, Ch 2, 3 dc) in first corner ch-2 space.
• [Ch 1, (3 dc, Ch 2, 3 dc) in next corner ch-2 space] 3 times.
• Ch 1. Join with sl st in top of ch-3.
• Turn.
• Total: 24 dc (8 3-dc groups), 4 ch-1 spaces, and 4 corner ch-2 spaces.

Round 3:

• Ch 3. 2 dc in first ch-1 space.
• Ch 1.
• (3 dc, Ch 2, 3 dc) in next corner ch-2 space.
• Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 space. Ch 1. (3 dc, Ch 2, 3 dc) in next corner ch-2 space.
• Rep from * twice more.
• Ch 1. Join with sl st in top of ch-3.
• Turn.
• Total: 36 dc (12 3-dc groups), 8 ch-1 spaces, and 4 corner ch-2 spaces.

Round 4:

• Ch 3. 2 dc in first ch-1 space.
• Ch 1. (3 dc, Ch 2, 3 dc) in next corner ch-2 space.
• Rep from * twice more.
• Ch 1. 3 dc in last ch-1 space. Ch 1.
• Join with sl st in top of ch-3.
• Turn.
• Total: 48 dc (16 3-dc groups), 12 ch-1 spaces, and 4 corner ch-2 spaces.

Round 5:

• Ch 3. 2 dc in first ch-1 space.
• Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 space. Ch 1.
• (3 dc, Ch 2, 3 dc) in next corner ch-2 space.
• Rep from * twice more.
• Ch 1. Join with sl st in top of ch-3.
• Turn.
• Total: 60 dc (20 3-dc groups), 16 ch-1 spaces, and 4 corner ch-2 spaces.

Round 6:

• Ch 3. 2 dc in first ch-1 space.
• Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 space.
• Ch 1. (3 dc, Ch 2, 3 dc) in next corner ch-2 space.
• Rep from * twice more.
• Join with sl st in top of ch-3.
• Turn.
• Total: 72 dc (24 3-dc groups), 20 ch-1 spaces, and 4 corner ch-2 spaces.

Round 7:

• Ch 3. 2 dc in first ch-1 space.
• Rep Round 3 to the end.
• Total: 84 dc (28 3-dc groups), 24 ch-1 spaces, and 4 corner ch-2 spaces.

Round 8:

• Ch 3. 2 dc in first ch-1 space.
• Rep Round 3 to the end.
• Total: 96 dc (32 3-dc groups), 28 ch-1 spaces, and 4 corner ch-2 spaces.

Round 9:

• (RS) Ch 3. 1 dc in each ch-1 space and dc around, working (1 dc, Ch 2, 1 dc) in each corner ch-2 space.
• Join with sl st in top of ch-3.
• Do not turn.
• Total: 132 dc (33 dc across each edge) and 4 corner ch-2 spaces.

Round 10:

• (RS) Ch 1. 1 sc in each dc around working (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in each corner ch-2 space.
• Join with sl st in first sc.
• Total: 140 sc (35 sc across each side edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.
• Fasten off.

Textured Square #1 (Cross-stitched)

Skill Level: Easy
Gauge: 1st to 7th rows = 3″ [7.5 cm] with smaller hook.

1. With a smaller hook, ch 36 loosely.

Row 1:

• (WS) Working in back loop of each ch only, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch to end of chain. Turn. Total: 35 sc.

Row 2:

• Ch 3.
• *Skip next st. 1 dc in each of next 2 sts. Working in front of 2 dc just made, 1 dc in skipped st (crossed-dc made).
• Rep from * to last st.
• 1 dc in last st. Turn. Total: 11 crossed-dc and 1 dc at each end of row.

Row 3:

• Ch 1. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn.

Rows 4 to 27:

• Rep last 2 rows twice more. Do not fasten off.

Border rnd: (RS)

• Ch 1. (1 sc. Ch 3. 1 sc) in first sc (first corner made).
• 1 sc in each rem sc to last st. (1 sc. Ch 3. 1 sc) in last sc (2nd corner made).
• Working in ends of rows, work 33 sc evenly spaced across side edge.
• Working across opposite side of foundation ch and into both free loops of each ch, (1 sc. Ch 3. 1 sc) in first ch (3rd corner made).
• 1 sc in each ch to end of chain to last ch. (1 sc. Ch 3. 1 sc) in last ch (4th corner made).
• Work across rem side edge in same manner as first side edge.
• Join with sl st in first sc.
• Total: 140 sc (35 sc across each side edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.
• Fasten off.

Textured Square #2 (Back loops)

Skill Level: Easy
Gauge: 1st to 8th rows = 3″ [7.5 cm] with smaller hook.

1. With a smaller hook, ch 36 loosely.

Row 1:

• (WS) Working in back loop of each ch only, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch to end of chain. Turn. Total: 35 sc.

Row 2:

• Ch 3. Working in back loops only, 1 dc in each st to end of row. Turn.

Row 3:

• Ch 1. Working in back loops only, 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn.

Rows 4 to 27:

• Rep last 2 rows twice more. Do not fasten off.

Border rnd: (RS)

• Ch 1. Same Border rnd instructions as Textured Square #1: (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in first sc (first corner made).
• 1 sc in each rem sc to last st. (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in last sc (2nd corner made).
• Side edge: work 33 sc evenly spaced.
• Across opposite foundation ch (into both free loops): (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in first ch (3rd corner made).
• 1 sc in each ch to end of chain to last ch. (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in last ch (4th corner made).
• Rem side edge same manner as first side edge.
• Join with sl st in first sc.
• Total: 140 sc (35 sc across each side edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.
• Fasten off.

Textured Square #3 (Front Post Treble Crochet – TRFP)

Skill Level: Intermediate
Gauge: 1st to 8th rows = 3¼” [8.5 cm] with smaller hook.

1. With a smaller hook, ch 36 loosely.

Row 1:

• (WS) Working in back loops only, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch to end of chain. Turn. Total: 35 sc.

Row 2:

• Ch 3. 1 dc in each st to end of row. Turn.

Row 3:

• Ch 1. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn.

Row 4:

• Ch 3. 1 dc in next sc.
• (1 trfp around each of next 2 sts 2 rows below, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc) 3 times.
• 1 trfp around each of next 2 sts 2 rows below. 1 dc in next dc.
• 1 trfp around next st 2 rows below. 1 dc in next dc.
• (1 trfp around each of next 2 sts 2 rows below, 1 dc in next 2 dc) 4 times.
• Turn. Total: 17 trfp and 18 dc.

Row 5:

• Ch 1. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn.

Row 6:

• Ch 3. 1 dc in next sc.
• (1 trfp around each of next 2 trfp 2 rows below, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc) 3 times.
• 1 trfp around each of next 2 trfp 2 rows below. 1 dc in next dc.
• 1 trfp around next trfp 2 rows below. 1 dc in next dc.
• (1 trfp around each of next 2 trfp 2 rows below, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc) 4 times.
• Turn.

Rows 7 to 26:

• Rep last 2 rows 10 times.

Row 27:

• As Row 5. Do not fasten off.

Border rnd: (RS)

• Ch 1. Border rnd instructions (as written in pattern): (1 sc. Ch 3. 1 sc) in first sc (first corner made).
• 1 sc in each rem sc to last st. (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in last sc (2nd corner made).
• Working in ends of rows: 33 sc evenly spaced across side edge.
• Across opposite foundation chain into both free loops:
  (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in first ch (3rd corner made).
• 1 sc in each ch to end of chain to last ch. (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in last ch (4th corner made).
• Work across rem side edge in same manner as first side edge.
• Total: 140 sc (35 sc across each side edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.
• Fasten off.

Textured Square #4 (Popcorn)

Skill Level: Intermediate
Gauge: 1st to 7th rows = 3″ [7.5 cm] with a smaller hook.

1. With a smaller hook, ch 36 loosely.

Row 1:

• (WS) Working in back loops only, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch to end of chain. Turn. Total: 35 sc.

Row 2:

• Ch 3. 1 dc in each of next 2 sts.
• *Popcorn in next st. 1 dc in next 3 sts. Rep from * to end of row. Turn.
• Total: 8 Popcorns.

Row 3:

• Ch 1. 1 sc in each dc and ch-1 space (top of each Popcorn) to end of row. Turn. Total: 35 sc.

Row 4:

• Ch 3. Popcorn in next st.
• *1 dc in each of next 3 sts. Popcorn in next st. Rep from * to last st. 1 dc in last st. Turn.
• Total: 9 Popcorns.

Row 5:

• As Row 3.

Rows 6 to 25:

• Rep Rows 2 to 5 five more times. Do not fasten off.

Border rnd: (RS)

• Same as other borders: Ch 1. (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in first sc (first corner made).
• 1 sc in each rem sc to last st. (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in last sc (2nd corner made).
• Ends of rows: 33 sc evenly spaced across side edge.
• Across opposite foundation ch into both free loops:
  (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in first ch (3rd corner made).
• 1 sc in each ch to end of chain to last ch. (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in last ch (4th corner made).
• Work across rem side edge in same manner as first side edge.
• Join with sl st in first sc.
• Total: 140 sc (35 sc across each side edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.
• Fasten off.

Textured Square #5 (Raised Treble Crochet)

Skill Level: Easy
Gauge: 1st to 10th rows = 3″ [7.5 cm] with smaller hook.

1. With a smaller hook, ch 36 loosely.

Row 1:

• (RS) Working in back loops only, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch to end of chain. Turn. Total: 35 sc.

Row 2:

• Ch 1. 1 sc in first st.
• *1 tr in next st. 1 sc in next st. Rep from * to end of row. Turn.
• Total: 18 sc and 17 tr.

Row 3:

• Ch 1. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn.

Row 4:

• Ch 1. 1 sc in first 2 sts.
• *1 tr in next st. 1 sc in next st. Rep from * to last st.
• 1 sc in last st. Turn. Total: 19 sc and 16 tr.

Row 5:

• As Row 3.

Rows 6 to 33:

• Rep Rows 2 to 5 seven more times.

Rows 34 and 35:

• Rep Rows 2 and 3 one more time. Do not fasten off.

Border rnd: (RS)

• Ch 1. Working in ends of rows down side edge, work 33 sc evenly spaced across side edge.
• [(1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in first ch (first corner made).
• Join with sl st in first sc.
• Total: 140 sc (35 sc across each side edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.
• Fasten off.

Textured Square #6 (Front Post Double Crochet – DCFP)

Skill Level: Easy
Gauge: 1st to 8th rows = 3¼” [8.5 cm] with smaller hook.

1. With a smaller hook, ch 36 loosely.

Row 1:

• (RS) Working in back loops only, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch to end of chain. Turn. Total: 35 sc.

Row 2:

• Ch 3. 1 dc in each st to end of row. Turn.

Row 3:

• Ch 3. 1 dcfp around next dc. 1 dc in next dc. Rep from to end of row. Turn.
• Total: 18 dc and 17 dcfp.

Row 4:

• Ch 3. 1 dc in next dcfp. 1 dcfp around next dc. Rep from to last 2 sts. 1 dc in last 2 sts. Turn.
• Total: 19 dc and 16 dcfp.

Rows 5 to 26:

• Rep last 2 rows 11 times more.

Row 27:

• Ch 1. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Do not turn. Do not fasten off.

Border rnd: (RS)

• Ch 1. Working in ends of rows down side edge, work 33 sc evenly spaced across side edge.
• Working across opposite side of foundation ch and into both free loops:
  (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in first ch (first corner made).
• 1 sc in each ch to end of chain to last ch. (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in last ch (4th corner made).
• Work across rem side edge in same manner as first side edge.
• Join with sl st in first sc.
• Total: 140 sc (35 sc across each side edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.
• Fasten off.

Assembly and Finishing

Assembly

Arrange the squares as per the assembly diagram provided in the pattern. With one strand of yarn, whip stitch squares together by sewing through the front loops of the single crochet stitches found around the edges. This technique gives a clean and professional-looking finish.

Overall Border

Round 1:

• With RS facing, join yarn with sc in the 2nd sc following any outer corner ch-3 sp.
• *Sc in each sc in each ch-sp on both sides of each seam between squares, and in each seam across to next corner ch-3 sp.
• (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in corner ch-3 sp. Rep from * three more times.
• 1 sc in last sc. Join with sl st in first sc.
• Total: 680 sc (151 sc across each short edge and 189 sc across each long edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.

Round 2:

• Ch 3 (counts as first dc).
• 1 dc in each sc around, working (1 dc, Ch 3, 1 dc) in each corner ch-3 sp.
• Join with sl st in top of ch-3.
• Total: 688 dc (153 dc across each short edge and 191 dc across each long edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.

Round 3:

• Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as sl st.
• [Ch 1. Skip next dc. 1 sc in next dc. Rep from * across to last dc before next corner ch-3 sp. Ch 1. Skip next dc. (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in corner ch-3 sp.] 4 times.
• Ch 1. Skip next dc. 1 sc in next dc. Rep from * to last dc. Ch 1. Skip last dc. Join with sl st in first sc.

Round 4:

• Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as sl st.
• [Working over next ch-1 sp, work dcfp around next dc 2 rnds below. 1 sc in next sc.] 4 times.
• (1 sc, Ch 3, 1 sc) in corner ch-3 sp. Join with sl st in first sc.
• Total: 704 sts (157 sts across each short edge and 195 sts across each long edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.

Round 5:

• Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as sl st.
• [Ch 1. Skip next dcfp. 1 sc in next sc.] 4 times.
• Join with sl st in first sc.

Round 6:

• Ch 1. Join with sl st in first ch-1 sp.
• 1 sc in each sc and ch-1 sp around, working (1 sc. Ch 3. 1 sc) in each corner ch-3 sp.
• Join with sl st in first sc.
• Total: 720 sc (161 sc across each short edge and 199 sc across each long edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.

Round 7:

• Ch 3 (counts as dc). Turn.
• 1 dc in each sc around, working (dc. Ch 3. dc) in each corner ch-3 sp.
• Join with sl st in top of ch-3.
• Total: 728 dc (163 dc across each short edge and 201 dc across each long edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces.

Rounds 8 and 9:

• Repeat Rounds 3 and 4.
• Total: 744 sts (167 sts across each short edge and 205 sts across each long edge) and 4 corner ch-3 spaces at the end of Round 9.

Round 10:

• Ch 1. (1 sc, Ch 2, 1 sc) the same in the space as sl st.
• [Skip next dcfp. (1 sc, Ch 2, 1 sc) in next sc.] 4 times.
• [Skip next dcfp, (1 sc, Ch 2, 1 sc) in next sc.] 4 times.
• Join with sl st in first sc.
• Fasten off.
• From WS, block border rounds only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What crochet hook is used for this pattern?

• The pattern specifies using a size U.S. G/6 (4 mm) hook for Granny Squares and a size U.S. F/5 (3.75 mm) for all other squares, or a hook size needed to obtain gauge.

Is this project worked in rows or rounds?

• The project consists of 20 squares worked individually in rounds before being assembled into a larger throw.

Does this crochet project require assembly?

• Yes, after completing all squares, they will need to be assembled together.

How many squares are in this throw?

• The throw is made up of 20 squares: 10 Granny Squares and 10 Textured Squares.

What is the finished size of the throw?

• The finished dimensions are not specified in the pattern, but the overall size is dependent on the gauge achieved and the dimensions of each square.

Conclusion

The Crochet Checkerboard Textures Throw pattern combines the classic Granny Square with modern texture techniques, creating a beautiful and functional throw that can enhance any living space. Each square is crafted with care, making assembly an enjoyable way to bring this piece together. Grab your yarn and hooks, and let this project inspire your next crochet adventure! Happy crocheting!