Granny Square Pattern

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The Granny Square, a classic crochet pattern, holds timeless appeal for beginners venturing into the world of crochet. Its remarkable versatility and ease of learning make it an excellent choice for newcomers, offering endless creative possibilities.

This distinctive square, crafted in rounds, maintains its shape regardless of the number of layers added, simplifying the project for beginners without requiring extensive crochet expertise. The pattern also allows for the use of various colors of crochet yarn, encouraging creative experimentation.

Creating the Granny Square demands only basic knowledge, involving continuous stitches. Within the first few minutes, beginners can see the shape taking form. Armed with just a needle and crochet thread, you can practice the stitches without the fear of unraveling your work if a mistake occurs.

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Materials Needed:

  • Worsted weight yarn in your preferred colors
  • Crochet hook size H/5.0mm
  • Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Finished Size: Approximately 50 inches by 60 inches.

Abbreviations:

  • Ch: Chain
  • DC: Double Crochet
  • Tr: Treble Crochet
  • Rep: Repeat Sp:
  • Space St(s): Stitch(es)

Instructions:

Foundation:

  1. Create a slip knot and chain 4. Join into a ring with a slip stitch.
  2. Chain 3 (counts as the first double crochet here and throughout). Make 2 double crochets into the ring. Chain 2. Make 3 double crochets into the ring, chain 2. Repeat from * to * two more times. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3.

Round 1:

  1. Chain 3. Make 2 double crochets into the same chain-2 space. Chain 2. Make 3 double crochets in the same chain-2 space (forming your first corner).
  2. Chain 1. Skip the next 3 stitches. Make 3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets in the next chain-2 space (corner made). Repeat from * to * two more times.
  3. Chain 1. Skip the next 3 stitches. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3.

Round 2:

  1. Chain 3. Make 2 double crochets into the same chain-2 space. Chain 2. Make 3 double crochets in the same chain-2 space (corner made).
  2. Chain 1. Make 3 double crochets in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Make 3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets in the next chain-2 space (corner made). Repeat from * to * two more times.
  3. Chain 1. Make 3 double crochets in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3.

Rounds 3 and beyond:

  • Repeat Round 2, increasing the number of chain-1 spaces between the groups of 3 double crochets as necessary to maintain the square shape of the blanket.
  • Continue crocheting in rounds, forming corners with 3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets, and maintaining the pattern of chain-1 spaces between the groups of 3 double crochets.
  • Work until the blanket reaches your desired size. Feel free to switch colors as desired to create a visually appealing pattern.

Finishing: Fasten off and weave in all loose ends using a yarn needle.

Graphic for Granny Square:

granny square diagram

granny square diagram

Video Tutorial

For those who prefer to learn through videos, I have an excellent suggestion. I recommend this comprehensive tutorial, especially created for visual learners who enjoy video content more than following written instructions. The video was made by Gathered Makes channel. Watch the step-by-step video below.

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The My Crafts Inspirations team would like to thank each reader for following us this far, we wish you much success with this wonderful pattern and we hope to help you with our next crochet suggestion. To the next!

 

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