Introducing the Forked Cable Square! This 8-inch crochet block features striking post stitches that branch into forked lines, creating a unique cupped shape on each side. Some see a trident, others a clover, and still others see something spidery... What it definitely is, is a satisfying pattern for crocheters who enjoy a bit of texture without complicated construction! This granny square works up into a pleasing square perfect for any "squares-based" project. Whether you make just one or a whole set, you're sure to enjoy this pattern!
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Part of the 2026 Granny Square Month Pattern Bundle
Summer is here, and that means it’s time for portable crochet projects you can take on road trips, to the pool, or wherever seasonal adventures lead! And when it comes to easy-to-pack projects, it’s hard to beat granny squares. If you love crocheting granny squares, blanket blocks, and fun square motifs as much as I do, then this brand new crochet along and bundle is going to be right up your alley!
I’m joining 20 of my crochet designer buddies for the 2026 Granny Square Month Crochet Along and Crochet Pattern Bundle! Every day in June, there will be a new featured pattern for an 8” granny square which you can get for free on the designer’s blog... Or, you can grab the entire bundle to get instant access to all 30 included patterns in a downloadable and printable ebook now at a deep discount! There are modified classics, florals, textured blocks, and even some lacy squares. The Granny Square Month CAL and Crochet Pattern Bundle will keep your hands happy til fall!
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Why You’ll Love the Forked Cable Square
If you love crochet pieces that look intricate but are secretly simple, this Forked Cable Square is a perfect addition to your project list. The gently branching lines give this square a polished, almost sculpted look that stands out in any sampler. Whether you are building a crochet block collection, planning a textured afghan, or simply exploring new stitch techniques, this 8 inch square offers endless creative possibilities. It is easy to customize with your favorite yarns and colors, making it a versatile crochet square pattern you will reach for again and again.
Forked Cable Square - 8 Inch Crochet Block
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US - J, 6.0mm hook or as needed to get gauge - Furls Odyssey II used
55 yds Red Heart With Love (4-Aran; 100% acrylic; 370 yds/338 m; 198 g/6.98 oz)
Gauge: 7 rnds = 4"[10 cm]
Size: 8" across
HELPFUL LINKS AND TUTORIALS
Forked Cable Square Tutorial - COMING SOON
NOTES:
Joining with a sc creates a ch sp in the last/first corner.
The “next” fpdc is the one coming up next in the row below. It may be the next stitch, or a few stitches away.
The "prev” fpdc is the one most recently passed in the row below. It may be one stitch back, or several stitches back.
After making a fpdc, skip the top of the next st in the row below.
Forked Cable Square INSTRUCTIONS:
Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, [3 dc, ch 2] 3 times, 3 dc, ch 1, join with sc. (3 dc per side of square)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *fpdc around next dc, sc in next dc, fpdc around next dc,** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (5 sts per side of square)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *fpdc around next fpdc, sc in next st, fpdc around next st, sc in next st, fpdc around prev fpdc,** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (7 sts per side of square)
Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *[sc in next st, fpdc around next fpdc] 3 times, sc in next st,** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (9 sts per side of square)
Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *fpdc around next fpdc, sc in the next 2 sts, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in the next st, fpdc around prev fpdc, sc in next 2 sts, fpdc around prev fpdc** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (11 sts per side of square)
Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *sc in next st, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in next 2 sts, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in next st, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in next 2 sts, fpdc around next st, sc in next st,** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (13 sts per side of square)
Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *fpdc around next fpdc, sc in the next 2 sts, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in the next 2 sts, fpdc around next st, sc in next 2 sts, fpdc around prev fpdc, sc in next 2 sts, fpdc around prev fpdc** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (15 sts per side of square)
Rnd 8: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *sc in next st, [fpdc around next fpdc, sc in next 2 sts] 4 times, fpdc around next st, sc in next st,** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (17 sts per side of square)
Rnd 9: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *sc in next 3 sts, fpdc around prev fpdc, sc in next 2 sts, fpdc around prev fpdc, sc in next st, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in next st, fpdc around next st, sc in next 2 sts, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in next 3 sts,** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (19 sts per side of square)
Rnd 10: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *sc in next 5 sts, fpdc around prev fpdc, sc in next st, [fpdc around next fpdc, sc in next st] 3 times, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in next 5 sts,** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (21 sts per side of square)
Rnd 11: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *sc in next 7 sts, fpdc around prev fpdc, sc in next st, fpdc around prev fpdc, fpdc around next 2 fpdcs, sc in next st, fpdc in next st, sc in next 7 sts,** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (23 sts per side of square)
Rnd 12: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *sc in next 9 sts, fpdc around prev fpdc, fpdc around next 4 fpdcs, sc in next 9 sts,** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (25 sts per side of square)
Rnd 13: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *blo sc in each st across,** (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp; rep from * around finishing last rep at **, sc in ch-sp, ch 1, join with sc. (27 sts per side of square)
I hope you enjoy making and wearing the Forked Cable Square! If you share on socials, I would love to see it! You can always tag me @mooglyblog!
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