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Crochet a beautiful rainbow with my ‘Circle of Hope’ granny square pattern. Rainbows are an ever popular symbol of hope, so I took inspiration from that and the amazing community (symbolised by the circle) to create this granny square. This stunning granny square is a beginner friendly pattern which will look amazing now matter which colours you choose. I chose to take inspiration from a pastel rainbow (of course!) and I just adore how it’s turned out.
what will I learn?
Looking to experiment with a new granny square now you’ve mastered the basics? In this blog, you will learn how to crochet the Circle of Hope granny square with a written pattern and step by step video tutorial to help. There’s also a printable PDF pattern if you’d like to make the squares into a blanket project.
materials and tools
Here’s the materials and tools you’ll need to create this project. This is the yarn and hook I used in the video but feel free to mix it up with different yarns and their co-ordinating hooks.
- Yarn: Paintbox Simply DK in Peach Orange [154] (Colour A), Daffodil Yellow [121] (Colour B), Washed Teal [132] (Colour C), Pale Lilac [145] (Colour D), Champagne White [102] (Colour E)
- Hook: 4mm
- Scissors
- Darning Needle
pattern Notes
- Chain at the beginning of each round will be classed as a stitch.
- Round 1-5 will join with a slip stitch, changing colours at the same time.
- Finished size, 5 inches x 5 inches approx
terms and abbreviations
- Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, then yarn over and pull through the stitch and loop on hook
- Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, then pull through
- Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop and then you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, then pull through remaining two loops.
- Half Treble Crochet(s): htr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop and then you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over and finally pull through all three loops.
- Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will then have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over and then pull through remaining two loops.
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the pattern
- Make magic circle with Colour A
- Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as stitch here and throughout) 11tr in magic circle and then join with a ss changing to Colour B. Tie off Colour A. (12 sts)
- Round 2: Ch 3, tr in same st. Work 2 tr in each st all the way around. Join with a ss changing to Colour C. Tie off Colour B. (24 sts)
- Round 3: Ch 3, tr in same st. Tr in next st. *2 tr, tr in next st; repeat from * around. Join with a ss changing to Colour D. Tie off Colour C. (36 sts)
- Round 4: Ch 3, tr in same st. Tr in next 2 st. *2 tr, tr in next 2 st; repeat from * around. Join with a ss changing to Colour E. Tie off Colour D. (48 sts)
- Round 5: Ch 3, tr in same st. Ch 1, 2 tr in next st. Htr, dc in next 8 sts. (Htr, 2tr in next st, ch 1, 2 tr in next st. Htr, dc in next 8 sts) twice more. Htr in next st and join with a ss. Do not tie off.
- Round 6: ch 3, tr in next st. *(2tr, ch 2, 2tr) in ch-1 sp from previous round. 1 tr in next 14 sts; repeat from * three times. (2tr, ch 2, 2tr) in ch-1 sp from previous round. Finally, 1 tr in remaining 12sts.
Video Tutorials
You can find the step-by-step video tutorials below which will help you along if you prefer to watch video instruction rather than using a written pattern. I have created a left handed and right handed version for you. Don’t forget to subscribe if you like me videos, it’s FREE!
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Want to try some other granny square designs? Take a look at the blogs below for further inspiration!
Circle of Hope Granny Square
Crochet a beautiful rainbow with my ‘Circle of Hope’ granny square pattern. Rainbows are an ever popular symbol of hope, so I took inspiration from that and the amazing community (symbolised by the circle) to create this granny square. This stunning granny square is a beginner friendly pattern which will look amazing now matter which colours you choose. I chose to take inspiration from a pastel rainbow (of course!) and I just adore how it’s turned out.
Materials
- Here’s the materials and tools you’ll need to create this project. This is the yarn and hook I used in the video but feel free to mix it up with different yarns and their co-ordinating hooks.
- Yarn: Paintbox Simply DK in Peach Orange [154] (Colour A), Daffodil Yellow [121] (Colour B), Washed Teal [132] (Colour C), Pale Lilac [145] (Colour D), Champagne White [102] (Colour E)
Tools
- Hook: 4mm
- Scissors
- Darning Needle
Instructions
- Make magic circle with Colour A
- Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as stitch here and throughout) 11tr in magic circle and then join with a ss changing to Colour B. Tie off Colour A. (12 sts)
- Round 2: Ch 3, tr in same st. Work 2 tr in each st all the way around. Join with a ss changing to Colour C. Tie off Colour B. (24 sts)
- Round 3: Ch 3, tr in same st. Tr in next st. *2 tr, tr in next st; repeat from * around. Join with a ss changing to Colour D. Tie off Colour C. (36 sts)
- Round 4: Ch 3, tr in same st. Tr in next 2 st. *2 tr, tr in next 2 st; repeat from * around. Join with a ss changing to Colour E. Tie off Colour D. (48 sts)
- Round 5: Ch 3, tr in same st. Ch 1, 2 tr in next st. Htr, dc in next 8 sts. (Htr, 2tr in next st, ch 1, 2 tr in next st. Htr, dc in next 8 sts) twice more. Htr in next st and join with a ss. Do not tie off.
- Round 6: ch 3, tr in next st. *(2tr, ch 2, 2tr) in ch-1 sp from previous round. 1 tr in next 14 sts; repeat from * three times. (2tr, ch 2, 2tr) in ch-1 sp from previous round. Finally, 1 tr in remaining 12sts.
Notes
- Chain at the beginning of each round will be classed as a stitch.
- Round 1-5 will join with a slip stitch, changing colours at the same time.
- Finished size, 5 inches x 5 inches approx
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14 Comments
Cheri
June 8, 2020 at 6:25 pmInstructions do not include the amount of yarn required. Can you please advise?
BellaCocoTeam
June 9, 2020 at 9:49 amHi Cheri I will be releasing the pattern details soon you can sign up here to receive the details:- ttps://view.flodesk.com/pages/5edbf75e2eacb0002609eaea 🙂
Ruth Ann
June 17, 2020 at 6:56 amHey Cheri, Is there a list of yardage requirements for various blanket sizes for the Circle of hope? This is a beautiful block and the Paintbox Yarn is lovely. Thanks for sharing.
Rebecca Rice
August 20, 2020 at 12:57 pmI was unable to find the amount of yarn needed – I saw reply to Cheri.
Could you please give the amount yarn needed – I am wanting to buy yarn, but want to make sure I have enough. Thank you.
BellaCocoTeam
August 27, 2020 at 6:09 pmYou can find all the information you need on my blog at blog.bellacococrochet.com however here is the information you need:- Yarn: Paintbox Simply DK in Peach Orange [154] (Colour A), Daffodil Yellow [121] (Colour B), Washed Teal [132] (Colour C), Pale Lilac [145] (Colour D), Champagne White [102] (Colour E)
You will need 1 ball of A, B, C & D and 2 balls of E
I hope this helps 🙂
Washiela Maged
October 19, 2020 at 8:55 pmI like the border of the circle of hope blanket and would like to know if you have instructions for it.
BellaCocoTeam
October 22, 2020 at 9:28 amHere is the link for the stitch that I used:- https://youtu.be/bTr_xT9LJJU 🙂
LauraLee Rose
May 5, 2021 at 10:42 pmHi Sarah:
I wanted to let you know how therapeutic this Hope Circle Granny Square became in my life. I came across it in June, 2020, at the time of the George Floyd demonstrations. Near the end of that June, our neighborhood experienced several wildfires in the foothills near our homes. No one was hurt, and the fires was controlled quickly. However, the event brought out the neighborhood for many blocks around as we watched the firefighters work. People were gathering, safely 6 feet apart, wearing masks, but very happy to see and visit with other people. As I returned home later that evening, feeling rejuvenated and uplifted, I saw the pattern for the Hope Circle. Immediately I saw it as a metaphor for society. I adapted the circles to be random colors, with the square boarder being either black, white, brown, or tan. It spoke to me about how I hoped that different people in our world could learn to live together in peace and love. I made up an afghan and entered it into an art contest with the theme “All are alike unto God.” I am not expecting to win anything, but it was a very therapeutic experience for me. I learned to watch out for and care for others more intentionally. Thank you for creating this design. Laura Lee Rose
BellaCocoTeam
May 6, 2021 at 8:21 amHi LauraLee You are very welcome and I wish you luck with your blanket 🙂
Ada
October 28, 2022 at 1:20 amDear, if only everyone would learn to crochet/knit, the life in this world would be peaceful and happier… Looking for patterns, free and paid, I am so impressed how designers share their items for free or for a small price – ‘Sharing Is Caring’! This way people, who cannot afford to buy patterns, can enjoy and crochet beautiful designs such as this beautiful Circle Of Hope granny square. I’m retired so have time to crochet mainly for charities and friends.
Yes, the title of this square has a deep meaning. The Circle Of Hope has no end so let’s us keep hope for a better, happier, and healthy time for all!
Bolaji
July 23, 2021 at 4:39 pmHi, I’ve really enjoyed completing this blanket, but I’m struggling to find a video about how to complete the border.
I’m not sure if you can use any border to complete the blanket. Could you point me to a video tutorial you’ve done that I could use please. Your video tutorials are absolutely amazing…I’ve completed two blankets already ! Thank you
BellaCocoTeam
July 25, 2021 at 5:02 pmThank you so much, I’m really happy you like my tutorials I have a video tutorial here that shows how to prepare your crochet for a border: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=904wGzBtLwY and once you have done this you can work any edging that you prefer. I have a blog post with some of my favourites here: https://blog.bellacococrochet.com/my-favourite-crochet-borders/
Jen
January 13, 2023 at 4:37 amis there a printable version?
BellaCocoTeam
February 2, 2023 at 4:25 pmI don’t have a printable version of this, however I do have a low cost PDF pattern for the circle of hope blanket 🙂