Pokémon Crochet Squares by Ira Rott is a colorful book filled with Pokémon-inspired granny squares that can be combined into blankets, pillows, wall hangings, and other small items. If you’re a Pokémon fan (or have one in your life), the idea of crocheting squares featuring your favorite Pokémon is pretty irresistible. But before adding a new crochet book to your library, it’s always worth taking a closer look at what’s actually inside.
In this review, I’ll walk you through the patterns included, the skill levels, the supports provided for makers, and what it’s really like to crochet from the book so you can decide if it’s a good fit for you. There’s even a chance to win your own copy in the giveaway below.
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Table of contents
- About the Author
- Patterns Included in Pokémon Crochet Squares
- What Are the Patterns Like to Work With?
- See a Flip-Through of Pokémon Crochet Squares
- Crochet Terminology
- Skill Levels in Pokémon Crochet Squares
- Supports Included for Makers
- Supplies Needed
- Where to Buy
- Final Thoughts on Pokémon Crochet Squares
- Who This Pokémon Crochet Book Is Best For:
- Pokémon Crochet Squares Book Giveaway
About the Author
Designer Ira Rott is a Canadian pattern designer and fiber artist whose work I’ve been a fan of for years. Her designs are creative, playful, and loved by both kids and adults.
Ira is the author of the bestselling crochet books Crochet Animal Blankets and Blocks, Crochet Animal Slippers, and Crochet Animal Rugs. I’ve reviewed several of these titles on the blog before, and they showcase Ira Rott’s beginner-friendly designs and her talent for creating fun character-based crochet projects. You can find her online as @irarott.
Patterns Included in Pokémon Crochet Squares
The book includes 36 Pokémon crochet squares, along with several projects that use those squares.
The square patterns feature a wide variety of Pokémon characters, pokéballs, and berries, including:
- Pikachu
- Poké Ball
- Piplup
- Fuecoco
- Cyndaquil
- Oshawott
- Oran Berry
- Quaxly
- Master Ball
- Chespin
- Pecha Berry
- Grookey
- Froakie
- Litten
- Treecko
- Sitrus Berry
- Popplio
- Ultra Ball
- Turtwig
- Squirtle
- Tepig
- Sprigatito
- Chimchar
- Rowlet
- Fennekin
- Scorbunny
- Totodile
- Tamato Berry
- Torchic
- Chikorita
- Sobble
- Charmander
- Bulbasaur
- Snivy
Each square creates a recognizable Pokémon design using pokémon-inspired granny squares, colorwork, and appliqué details.
The book also includes several projects using the squares:
- Lap Blanket
- Pillow
- Banner
- Mug Rug
- Wall Hanging
These projects show how the Pokémon squares can be combined to create cozy blankets, decorative pieces, and other fun Pokémon-themed accessories.
Because these cute squares are modular, crocheters can easily mix and match different squares to create their own unique projects. Some creative ideas you could use these squares to make your own unique pokémon project are: pillows, blankets, cardigans, bags, e-reader covers and more. Water-type beach blanket anyone?
What Are the Patterns Like to Work With?
The patterns themselves are generally clear and fairly simple to follow. They include step-by-step instructions and crochet stitch diagrams which can be especially helpful if you’re comfortable reading diagrams.
However, I did find that the written instructions can be a bit wordy. Many instructions use phrases like “in the next stitch” after every instruction. Removing those repeated phrases could have made the patterns much shorter and easier to read, leaving more space for items needed on other pages.
There is quite a bit of page flipping involved to use the patterns. For example, when I tried to make the Grookey square, I first had to find the Torchic pattern through the non-alphabetical listing in the table of contents. Then that pattern directed me back to the front of the book to the basic squares section before I could even start. So before crocheting my first stitch, I had already flipped pages three times.
A little tighter editing or layout planning could likely have eliminated much of that.
The patterns also rely heavily on appliqué pieces, which means there is quite a bit of sewing involved. Many of the details are added using felt shapes or stitched pieces.
While sewing flat pieces together like this is not my favorite, these adorable Pokémon patterns are so cute that I’m honestly willing to spend the extra time assembling them so I can make some of my daughter’s favorite Pokémon for her.
See a Flip-Through of Pokémon Crochet Squares
Crochet Terminology
The patterns are written using U.S. crochet terms. A US to UK terminology conversion chart is included on page 6 for crocheters who prefer UK terms.
Skill Levels in Pokémon Crochet Squares
Skill levels in the book are represented with a fun Pokéball system:
1 Pokéball — Easy
2 Pokéballs — Takes Some Effort
3 Pokéballs — Challenge Accepted
Across the 36 Pokémon crochet squares there are:
- 7 easy patterns
- 21 “takes some effort” patterns
- 8 “challenge accepted” patterns
Many of the designs rely on appliqué and finishing techniques, so even the easier patterns may require some patience.
Supports Included for Makers
The book includes several helpful sections designed to guide makers through the projects.
At the front of the book you’ll find:
- Tools and materials section
- Yarn and felt color chart
- How to use the book section
- Gauge information
- Symbols and abbreviations chart
The book also lists the exact yarn colors used for each design, which is important when you want your Pokémon characters to look accurate.
At the back of the book there is a techniques section with illustrations and step-by-step guidance for stitches used throughout the projects. There is also a section on working with felt, which is helpful since many of the designs use felt shapes.
One thing I wish had been included is more guidance on sewing appliqué neatly onto crochet. Since appliqué is used so heavily throughout the book, that extra support would likely help many beginners.
Supplies Needed
To make the projects in the book, you’ll need:
Set of crochet hooks ranging from 2.5 mm to 5 mm
Yarn:
Additional supplies include:
- DMC embroidery floss
- Craft felt
- Glass beads
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needles
- Sewing pins
- Fabric Fuse
- Polyester stuffing
- Freezer paper
- Scissors
The recommended yarns provide a fabulous range of colors, which works well for recreating the bright designs of many majestic Pokémon characters.
Where to Buy
The book is published by David & Charles and is available from several retailers including:
Final Thoughts on Pokémon Crochet Squares
This is a really cute book that allows crocheters to create modular designs featuring their favorite Pokémon characters.
With 36 Pokémon crochet squares, several project patterns, and plenty of colorful project ideas, the book offers lots of possibilities for creating blankets, banners, and other Pokémon-themed pieces. Plus, the adorable selection of crochet Pokémon covers a range of popular characters and accessories.
While I wouldn’t recommend this book for someone picking up a hook for the first time, the patterns should be accessible to folks that have a few different projects under their belts and have patience for the assembly process. The layout could be more streamlined to reduce page flipping, but the finished designs are charming and full of personality.
Fans of Pokémon of all ages are likely to find something to enjoy in this colorful collection of Pokémon crochet squares. I know my husband and little people in my life who love Pokémon are already making me a list of character names to start making for them soon.
Who This Pokémon Crochet Book Is Best For:
✔ Crocheters working at an easy level or higher
✔ Pokémon fans who crochet
✔ Adults crocheting for kids who are Pokémon fans
✔ Crocheters who enjoy appliqué and unique granny squares
Who May Want to Skip It?
✘ Brand-new beginners
✘ Crocheters who prefer photo-heavy tutorials
✘ People that don’t like sewing or fiddly little pieces
✘ People that want all the pattern information in one place and dislike flipping pages
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Pokémon Crochet Squares Book Giveaway
Thanks to David & Charles Publishing, I have a copy of Pokémon Crochet Squares by Ira Rott.
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