Orbit Square: Overlay Mosaic Crochet Pattern (PDF Download), Echo Collection

Orbit Square is a printable overlay mosaic crochet pattern for crocheters who enjoy geometric designs with a little visual movement. Built from a centre-out construction, Orbit combines winding pathways, turns, and layered details into a square that gradually reveals its pattern as you work. The PDF includes both a traditional mosaic crochet chart and complete written instructions, making it suitable for blankets, cushions, bags, garments, and other modular crochet projects.

With Orbit, the geometric motif develops round by round from the centre, creating pathways that seem to weave around one another and change direction as they move towards the corners. Each round uses a single colour, keeping the colourwork straightforward while the overlay technique creates the intricate appearance of the finished design.

The mosaic effect relies on just chain stitches, single crochet, and double crochet. Although the finished motif has plenty of detail for the eye to explore, the actual stitch work remains pleasantly repetitive. Worked in sport-weight yarn, the finished square measures approximately 12 × 12 inches (30 × 30 cm) after blocking, making it easy to combine with other squares of the same size.

This listing is for a digital PDF crochet pattern only. No physical item will be shipped. Your files will be available for instant download immediately after purchase.

Finished Size

• Approximately 12 × 12 inches (30 × 30 cm) after blocking
• Final stitch count: 59 stitches per side

Materials

• Yarn: YarnArt Jeans (Sport Weight #2)
• Fiber content: 55% cotton, 45% acrylic
• Skein size: 50 g / 160 m (174 yds)
• Approximately 100 m (110 yds) of each of 2 colours
• 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook

The pattern can also be worked with other yarn weights. As a general guide, try 4.5 mm for DK, 5.5 mm for worsted, or 6 mm for Aran weight. The finished square will become larger with heavier yarn.

Gauge

20 stitches × 18 rounds = 4 × 4 inches (10 × 10 cm) in overlay mosaic crochet.

Gauge is not critical, but your choice of yarn and hook will affect the finished dimensions and yarn requirements.

Skill Level

Easy

A basic understanding of overlay mosaic crochet is helpful, but the pattern includes an introduction to the construction and techniques used throughout the square.

The PDF Pattern Includes

• A printable PDF pattern
• An introduction to the overlay mosaic crochet construction, including joining and finishing rounds, changing colours, and other techniques used in the pattern
• A traditional mosaic crochet chart showing the geometric motif and corner construction
• Complete round-by-round written instructions for those who prefer to work without a chart
• Designer contact information for pattern questions and finished-project sharing

A Designer's Tip

Want to make your mosaic crochet more comfortable to work? Try using a hook 0.5 mm larger than the size you would normally use for regular crochet with the same yarn. Mosaic crochet tends to create a denser fabric and can require more tension, so a slightly larger hook can make the stitches easier on your hands while giving the finished fabric a softer, less tightly stretched feel.

There is such a thing as going too big, though. If the hook is too large, the stitches may become too open and the background colour can start peeking through the motif. Don’t be afraid to make a few small swatches with different hook sizes and see which one gives you the best balance of comfort, stitch definition, and coverage.

Part of the Echo Squares Collection

Orbit Square is the fifth design in the Echo Squares Collection, a series of geometric 12-inch overlay mosaic crochet squares built around simple construction, satisfying repetition, and colour play. Each square is designed to work on its own or alongside the others, allowing you to combine different motifs while keeping a consistent finished size.

Mix and match the squares to create blankets, cushions, bags, garments, wall hangings, and other modular projects. With different colour combinations, the same geometric designs can take on a surprisingly different character.

Looking for even more variety? Explore the Year Squares Collection, featuring twelve 12-inch crochet squares that explore different crochet techniques, textures, and stitch patterns while sharing a common finished size for easy mixing and matching.

Pattern Details

• Project Type: Crochet Square Pattern
• Craft: Crochet
• Technique: Overlay Mosaic Crochet
• Format: Digital PDF Download
• Theme: Geometric, Modern
• Brand: ItWasYarn
• Designer: Kate Veselunka
• Pattern: Orbit Square
• Collection: Echo Squares Collection
• Year Designed: 2026
• Finished Size: 12 × 12 inches (30 × 30 cm)
• Yarn Weight: Sport (#2)
• Recommended Yarn: YarnArt Jeans
• Colour Count: 2
• Language: English
• Crochet Terminology: US Terms

Usage Rights

This pattern is intended for personal use only. It may not be copied, redistributed, translated, shared, or resold in any format, printed or digital. You are welcome to sell finished items that you personally make using this pattern. Designer credit is always appreciated.

Please Note

This listing is for a digital crochet pattern, not a finished crochet square or any physical product. Because this is an instant digital download, refunds and exchanges cannot be offered after purchase.

If you share your finished project online, I'd love to see it. Please tag @itwasyarn.

Happy crocheting!