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Classic Granny Square Crochet Pattern

Category: Crochet / Free Patterns / Patterns

I first learned how to crochet at the young age of nine when my mum taught me how to make a simple granny square, and it was love at first sight.

Granny squares are such an iconic part of crochet history, as that is how grandmothers and mothers taught daughters, who became mothers themselves whom in turn also taught their own daughters…

But since I know so many of you are crochet newbies and might not have a clue about how to crochet a granny square, I decided to create this little tutorial! However, if you’ve crocheted multiple granny squares and want a bit of a challenge, maybe give my water lily afghan square a go!

Materials

5mm (H/8) Crochet Hook
50yds Aran Yarn/10ply – Drops Paris (82yds/50g)
– “Off White” (1 skein); Color A
– “Dark Old Pink” (1 skein); Color B
– “Light Old Pink OR Denim Blue” (1 skein); Color C
Tapestry Needle

Finished Size

Square Height: 5.5″ (14cm)
Square Width: 5.5″ (14cm)

Gauge

28 stitches + 12 rows = 4″/10cm in double crochet

Stitches & Abbreviations

st(s) – stitch(es)
ch – chain stitch
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet

Skill Level

This is an “Beginner” level crochet pattern (includes “How-To” photos). You must be familiar with basic crochet stitches and techniques. Directions written so that they are easy to read and follow. All patterns are in English, and written in standard US terms.

+ PATTERN

Note: The square is worked in the rnd, and joined using slip stitches – you will turn your work after every rnd. It is imperative to check gauge and maintain an even tension throughout to ensure pieces fit together.

 

+ SQUARE

Create a magic loop using B yarn and 5mm hook.

Rnd 1: Ch2, 2 dc in magic loop. *Ch2, 3 dc in magic loop. Repeat from the * 3 times. Ch2. Join with a sl st in top of “Ch2”. (12 sts)

Rnd 2: Change yarn color to C. Ch2, turn your work. 2 dc in ‘ch2’ space made in previous rnd, ch2, 3 dc in same ‘ch2’ space. *Ch1. 3 dc in next ‘ch2’ space made in previous rnd, ch2, 3 dc in same ‘ch2’ space. Repeat from the * 3 times. Ch1, join with a sl st in top of ch2. (24 sts)

Rnd 3: Change yarn color to A. Ch2, turn your work. 2 dc in ‘ch1’ space made in previous rnd. *Ch1. 3 dc in next ‘ch2’ space made in previous rnd, ch2, 3 dc in same ‘ch2’ space. Ch1, 3 dc in ‘ch1’ space made in previous rnd. Repeat from the * 3 times. Ch1. 3 dc in next ‘ch2’ space made in previous rnd, ch2, 3 dc in same ‘ch2’ space. Ch1, join with a sl st in top of ch2. (36 sts)

Rnd 4: Ch2, turn your work. 2 dc in ‘ch1’ space made in previous rnd. *Ch1. 3 dc in next ‘ch2’ space made in previous rnd, ch2, 3 dc in same ‘ch2’ space. Ch1, 3 dc in ‘ch1’ space made in previous rnd. Ch1, 3 dc in next ‘ch1’ space made in previous rnd. Repeat from the * 3 times. Ch1. 3 dc in next ‘ch2’ space made in previous rnd, ch2, 3 dc in same ‘ch2’ space. Ch1, 3 dc in next ‘ch1’ space made in previous rnd. Ch1, join with a sl st in top of ch2. (48 sts)

Rnd 5: Change yarn color to C. Ch2, turn your work. 2 dc in ‘ch1’ space made in previous rnd. Ch1, 3 dc in next ‘ch1’ space. *Ch1. 3 dc in next ‘ch2’ space made in previous rnd, ch2, 3 dc in same ‘ch2’ space. Ch1, 3 dc in ‘ch1’ space made in previous rnd. Ch1, 3 dc in ‘ch1’ space made in previous rnd. Ch1, 3 dc in next ‘ch1’ space made in previous rnd. Repeat from the * 3 times. Ch1. 3 dc in next ‘ch2’ space made in previous rnd, ch2, 3 dc in same ‘ch2’ space. Ch1, 3 dc in next ‘ch1’ space made in previous rnd. Ch1, join with a sl st in top of ch2. (60 sts)
Fasten off, weave in loose ends.

Hope you all enjoy this pattern for a basic granny square, perfect for quick project.
Be sure to use the tag #hopefulhoneyhive on Instagram to show me your version of my design!
Have a lovely day crocheting…

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    • Hi, can you help me understand which space is 1 ch SP and 2 ch SP in the pattern. I have seen this before in other patterns and no one has actually explained it. Thank you 😊

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    • I’ve no idea, but if you ch4, place hook into the first chain, wrap yn round hook and slip stitch, to for a ring, and the place all stitches into said ring, you will get the same effect. I have never seen a granny square started with a magic loop before.

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  8. amiga necesito ver como se empatan los cuadros !pues soy nueva en esto gracias por tantas cosas lindas

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  11. I do wish this had a printable version so we could see the pattern all together instead of with all of the excess ads. I will be taking the train soon and was hoping to be able to crochet these on the way.

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  13. Not sure how to change colors. Do you slip the new color into the old color and then cut the tail? and when you turn and go the other way do the tails go on both sides and then you weave them into both sides?

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  17. i was using your pattern to make my granny squares and it is now gone. could you send it to me? i am making a baby blanket for my granddaughter due in April

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  18. Thank you. I had a brain fart and couldn’t remember how to do it. I’ve been crocheting for over 40 years. Thank you so much.

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  19. Wish you could print out the pattern – I can’t take my computer with me everywhere and turn it on and find this each time I might need some guidance.

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  20. I am so frustrated I can only get one side of the granny square then it’s all down hill I was taught many many yrs ago how crochet, but I never went back to it Never kept it up…I now am back to crocheting I know most of the easier crocheting techniques but doing a granny square has me stumped and frustrated I have never done a magic circle I’ve tried nothing…please help.

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  21. Do you have a video to follow I am just learning and still can’t really read instructions yet

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  22. Beautiful! But I’m wondering if those are the only colors you used. I’m learning and have no idea how to combine colors

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  24. Could you send me this crochet pattern direct please ? Too many adverts and pdf in the way I can’t work it. Thank you

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  25. Thank you for posting these instructions. I’m trying to recreate a baby afghan I made years (if not decades ago) but have lost the pattern. It looks very like your pattern, with a dark center, light outer rounds. It’s just four big granny squares connected than finished with edging to match the centers. Thank you for sharing this tremendously helpful “how to”!

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  27. In the white/cream color used,there is like a line all around in a square shape (like a border between the two rounds of white/cream color). I didn’t manage to get that. Am I missing anything?

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  28. Thank you so much for this! It was very easy to follow and my granny square turned out amazing, sending love :**

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  29. Is the magic loop the same as the magic ring or circle? If not, could someone provide an explanation of the loop and the difference? Looking to make a top out of granny squares!

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  30. I think the colors and ofcourse the stitching are beautiful. By chance do you have any patttern instructions that can be printed off? Thank you

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