Introducing the Bernard Square, Block 20 in the Riverwood Square CAL 2025 – Modern Version! This square offers a soothing rhythm through a thoughtful mix of basic stitches and light texture. Using single, half double, double, and treble crochet, along with front and back loop only stitches, it brings soft structure and gentle depth to your growing collection.

This square is great for building visual interest while keeping your hands moving comfortably. Whether you’re up to date or stitching at your own pace, the Bernard Square is a calm and satisfying addition to the CAL.

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📌 Texture & Balance in Bernard

The Bernard Square uses placement techniques like front and back loop only rows to create delicate ridges that enhance the natural height of the treble and double crochet stitches. It’s an ideal square for playing with light texture, especially in a solid-colored yarn where the stitchwork can shine.

This square flows easily once you get started, and it balances well next to more structured or cluster-heavy squares in the CAL. It’s the kind of design that quietly ties a layout together.

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Bernard Square ~ Crochet Square

Requirements

• US Terminology

Level of Difficulty

• Beginner/Intermediate

Yarn

• #4 worsted weight
• These images display Red Heart Super Saver in Sage. 20 yards (roughly)
• Yarn brands I recommend for this project include Red Heart Super Saver, Red Heart with Love, Hobby Lobby’s “I Love this Yarn”, and Vanna’s Choice.

Hook and Notions

• Size Hook: I/9 (5.5 mm)
• Scissors
• Stitch Markers (optional, for marking the beginning of rounds)
• Blunt Needle

Measurement

• 9 inches (Roughly)

Gauge

• 4″ = 17 dc on Round 7 (Using Red Heart Super Saver yarn)

Abbreviations

• Sl st = slip stitch
• st(s) = stitch(s)
• sp(s) = space(s)
• ch/chs = chain/chains
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• tr = treble crochet
• BLO = back loop only
• FLO = front loop only

Pattern Notes

• Ch 1 at beginning of the round does not count as a stitch.
• 1st Corner – work (3dc, ch 2, 3 dc)
• 2nd Corner – work (2dc, ch 2, 2dc)

Get the Bernard Square Crochet Pattern

You can grab the pattern from my online shops below: perfect for blankets, cushions, or other crochet projects!

• 🛒 Grab from the American Crochet Shop

What’s Next?

📏 Finishing & Blocking

To give your square a clean and professional finish:
✔ Pin to a blocking mat, shaping the edges evenly.
✔ Lightly mist with water or steam block for a polished look.
✔ Allow to dry completely before joining with other squares.

💬 Engage with Us!

This square mixes soothing basics with a hint of challenge.
Do you reach for cluster stitches when you want to elevate a pattern, or do you tend to stay with simpler stitch combos? Drop your thoughts in the comments or share your square on social — we’d love to hear from you!

📸 Don’t forget to tag @AmericanCrochet and use #RiverwoodSquareCAL to show off your work!

Looking Ahead

We’ve reached Square 20 — what an amazing milestone! With just a few blocks left in the Riverwood Square CAL, now is the perfect time to plan your final layout, catch up on any missed squares, and start thinking about how you’ll join them. The last few designs will round out the collection beautifully, adding variety, balance, and those finishing touches that bring it all together.

Happy Hookin!
XO, Mistie