Last Dance on the Beach Crochet Along Week 7

Good morning!
So this week I have the pleasure of sharing my square with you all.
Let me share my inspiration for this square.... I am very lucky to live very close to some beautiful beaches. The coastline in Northumberland is stunning. I've lived next to the coast all of my life and I never take it for granted.  It's where I head when life gets difficult. I find solace in sitting and watching the sea...the waves crashing on the beach and the ever changing skies. Somehow breathing in that fresh sea air and and hearing the noise of the sea gives me comfort. It was where I headed when I heard the news that Wink had died. As if the sea could make it all better....it didn't. But I still found some comfort in that familiar noise.
Whenever I visit the beach I automatically draw a heart in the sand. I've done it for as long as I can remember. I don't know why. I just do it. 
And it would seem I'm not alone.... I found all of these images online of hearts drawn in the sand!

A heart shape was just the perfect choice for my square.  My overriding memory of Wink is that she was a lady with a very big and beautiful heart.  She loved to share her skills and knowledge.  She was always happy to help.  She was one of life's givers.  A rarity. She had a huge following on social media and was extremely talented.  Most people I know that crochet have made something designed by Wink.  I look at my "Wink" Mandala and smile :-)  I still struggle to accept she isn't around.  It'll take time....

For my square I have used a size 5mm hook with merino soft. Because it is double crochet, it's a much smaller stitch with less stretch. You need to pay extra attention to your gauge for this square! Oh and it'll curl! Even once blocked you may still get a little curling of corners. Once joined to the other squares it'll be fine. Please don't miss out the blocking process. It really will make a difference. 

The chart provided with the pattern tells you where to decrease on those dreaded border stitches ;-)

Take a little time to write it down....it'll save time in the long run. 

You can see my square in my Dancing Around the Beach Huts colour scheme along with the grey merino I'm also making a blanket in. Making both blankets is keeping me very busy!!!

I love the drape on the blocked squares!
I really hope you enjoy making this square and can't wait to see heart squares popping up in my Facebook feed!