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How to Crochet Granny Squares: 16 Quick and Easy Granny Square Patterns

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Letter from the Editors

Hello fellow crocheters,

There are countless reasons to love granny square patterns. They're the perfect place for beginners to start or for more experienced crocheters to try out a new stitch. They also give you a little bit of freedom in designing your own afghan, by allowing you to mix and match a few different patterns to create a one-of-a-kind afghan that's all yours. And if you're running short on time and looking for something quick, crochet granny square patterns will become your best friend.

With How to Crochet Granny Squares: 16 Quick and Easy Granny Square Patterns, you'll be able to whip up a few of these beautiful squares in no time at all. Whether you're looking for something simple and classic, like the Pretty Simple Granny Square, Moss Stitch Afghan Square, or Color Block Granny Square Pattern, or looking for statement pieces, like the Peace Out Granny Square or Sun and Sky Granny Square Pattern, we've got it covered. This book is filled with some of the most stunning patterns around. Choose any one of these one of these beautiful patterns when you're looking for your next quick and easy project!

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Table of Contents

True Blue Crochet Granny square

Rainbow Reduction Granny Square

Owl Make This Crochet Square

Dream Catcher Square

Sun and Sky Granny Square Pattern

Blooming Violet Square

Moss Stitch Afghan Square

Solid Granny Square

Double Rainbow Granny Square

Peace Out Granny Square

Color Block Granny Square Pattern

Pretty Simple Granny Square

Minty Flower Square

Basic Basketweave Square

Sweetest Baby Blanket Square

Special Thanks

True Blue Crochet Granny square

By Debi from DIy's Hooks and Yarns

This True Blue Crochet Granny Square is a cinch to work up, and you can find tons of uses for it. Whether you make a pile of these crochet granny squares to assemble an afghan, or create one square to display in your bedroom, you'll be delighted by the subtle beauty of this pattern.

Materials

- 4-ply Worsted weight acrylic yarn,

- Crochet hook, US J/10 or 6.00mm

Ch 2 at beginning of Rnd 1 does not count as a stitch.

Beginning cluster: ch 2, yo, insert hook in space, yo, pull thru, yo, pull thru 2 loops, yo, insert hook in same space, yo, pull thru, yo, pull thru 2 loops, yo, pull thru last 3 loops.

Cluster:yo, insert hook in space, yo, pullthru, yo, pull thru 2 loops, yo, insert hook in same space, yo, pull thru, yo, pull thru 2 loops, yo, insert hook in same space, yo, pullthru, yo, pull thru 2 loops, yo, pull thru last 4 loops.

Size

6 1/4" square

Pattern

Rnd 1: Ch 3, 12 dc in 3rd ch from hook. Join with a slst to 1st dc. (12 dc)

Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in same st, ch 2, *sc in next dc, ch 2. Repeat from * around. Join with a slst to 1st sc.

Rnd 3: Slst into ch 2 space, (ch 4, dc) in same space, ch 1. *(dc, ch 1, dc) in next ch 2 space, ch 1. Repeat from * around. Join with a slst to 3rd ch of beginning ch 4.

Rnd 4: Slst into ch 2 space, (beginning cluster, ch 3, cluster) in same space. *(ch 2, sc in next ch 1 space) 2 times.Ch 2, (cluster, ch 3, cluster) in next ch 1 space. Repeat from * 2 more times. (ch 2, sc in next ch 1 space) 2 times. Ch 2, join with a slst to beginning cluster.

Rnd 5: Slst into ch 3 space, (beginning cluster, ch 3, cluster) in same space. *(ch 2, dc in next ch 2 space) 3 times.Ch 2, (cluster, ch 3, cluster) in next ch 3 space. Repeat from * 2 more times. (ch 2, dc in next ch 2 space) 3 times. Ch 2, join with a slst to beginning cluster.

Rnd 6: Slst into ch 3 space, (beginning cluster, ch 3, cluster) in same space. *ch 2, (2 dc in next space, dc in next dc) 3 times.2 dc in next space, ch 2, (cluster, ch 3, cluster) in next ch 3 space. Repeat from * 2 more times. (ch 2, 2 dc in next space, dc in next dc) 3 times. 2 dc in next space, ch 2. Join with a slst to beginning cluster.

Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc in same st.Sc in each dc around with 2 dc in ch 2 spaces and 3 sc in ch 3 spaces. Join with a slst to 1st sc. End off.

Rainbow Reduction Granny Square

By Tamara Kelly from Moogly

Put a pop of color in your next crochet project with this Rainbow Reduction Granny Square. It's a cheerful crochet square perfect for anyone beginning to learn how to crochet. Practice your classic granny square pattern with this beautiful project.

Materials

- Medium Weight/Worsted Yarn

- Hook: H/8 or 5.0 mm

Pattern

You can weave in your ends as you go, or leave them until the end, it’s up to you! I’ve given instructions for the first few rows – enough to show you the general pattern. You can stop after a few rows and join many squares together, or you can just keep going and going and going to make one giant multicolor granny blanket!If you don’t want to use the special stitches, chain 3 instead, and use a slip stitch to join each round.

Round 1: With the first color, ch 4, join with a slst to form a ring. CSDC, ch 2.[Dc 3 into ring, ch 2] 3 times.Dc 2 into ring. Break yarn and seamless join to top of CSDC.

Round 2: With the next color, join with a STDC in one of the ch 2 sps of Round 1. [Dc 2, ch 2, dc 3] in the same ch sp. *Ch 1, sk 3 sts, [dc 3, ch 2, dc 3] into the next ch sp. Repeat from * twice, then ch 1. Break yarn and seamless join to top of STDC.

Round 3: With the next color, join with a STDC in one of the ch 2 sps of Round 2. [Dc 2, ch 2, dc 3] in the same ch sp. *Ch 1, sk 3 sts, work 3 dc into next chsp, ch 1, sk 3 sts,^ [dc 3, ch 2, dc 3] into the next ch sp. Repeat from * twice, then from * to ^ again. Then ch 1. Break yarn and seamless join to top of STDC.

Round 4: With the next color, join with a STDC in one of the ch 2 sps of Round 3. [Dc 2, ch 2, dc 3] in the same chsp *[Ch 1, sk 3 sts, work 3 dc into next chsp] twice. Ch 1, sk 3 sts,^ [dc 3, ch 2, dc 3] into the next ch sp. Repeat from * twice, then from * to ^ again. Then ch 1. Break yarn and seamless join to top of STDC.

Owl Make This Crochet Square

By Sarah from Repeat Crafter

Who, who, who wouldn't want to create this adorable crochet granny square pattern? The Owl Make This Crochet Granny Square is cute as a button and fun to make! Follow this pattern to learn to make a crochet granny square that is not only unique, but precious beyond belief.

Materials

- Vanna's Choice Yarn

- Size G-6 (4.25 mm) Crochet Hook

- Tapestry Need

- Small Black buttons for the eyes

Abbreviations:

- SC = Single Crochet

- DC = Double Crochet

- HDC = Half Double Crochet

- TC = Triple Crochet

Pattern

Start by making your owl.

Magic Ring, Chain 1, 8 HDC in magic ring, join to first HDC, chain 1

Round 2: 2 HDC in each around, join to first HDC, change color (16 HDC)

Round 3: Chain 2, 2 DC in each around, join to first DC, chain 1 (32 DC)

Round 4: HDC, in next stitch: DC - TC - DC, SC in next 5, in next stitch: DC - TC - DC, HDC in next, slip stitch to join.

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Turn owl over. You are going to be attaching a series of chain 3's where the brown DC's join the pink (see picture). It's best to start to the right of the ear. Be sure to work clockwise (see photo). To start, draw your hook under the bottom of the DC, chain 3. Now skip every other DC.

SC and chain 3, skip one, SC and chain 3, skip one, SC and chain 3, all the way around. In the end you will end up with 8 places where you have connected with SC's and 8 chain 3 spaces. slip stitch to join to the bottom of the first chain 3.

Now working inside your chain 3 spaces...

Chain 3 - 2 DC - Chain 1 - 3 DC all in same space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space, Chain 1, *3 DC - Chain 1 - 3 DC all in same space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space, Chain 1, *Around, slip stitch to join to the top of the first chain 3, fasten off.

With new color and starting in corner space...

Chain 3 - 2 DC - Chain 1 - 3 DC all in same space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space, *3 DC - Chain 1 - 3 DC all in same space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space, *around, slip stitch to join to the top of the first chain 3, fasten off.

With new color and starting in corner space...

Chain 3 - 2 DC - Chain 1 - 3 DC all in same space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space,* 3 DC in next space - Chain 1 - 3 DC all in same space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space, Chain 1, 3 DC in next space, *Around, slip stitch to join to the top of the first chain 3, fasten off, weave in all ends.

Now you can add the embellishments to the owl.

Eyes:

Magic Ring, Chain 1, 8HDC in magic ring, join to first HDC, fasten off leaving a long tail to sew on.

Sew on no larger than 1/2" black buttons in the middle for eyes.

Beak and Feet:

Sew on yellow yarn with tapestry needle. Loop the yarn through 3 times to make both the feet and beak.

Dream Catcher Square

By Corina for Stitch11

If your yarn stash is getting a little crazy, then you definitely need to check out this Dream Cater Square. Colorful and intricate, you'll be able work this up in just 10 minutes. Once you're done, you'll have a bright and bold pattern you'll always cherish.

Materials

- Medium Weight Yarn, Red Heart Super Saver

- 4.25 mm hook

- Yarn Needle for weaving in ends

Crochet Abbreviations

- CH – Chain

- SC – Single Crochet

- HDC – Half Double Crochet

- DC – Double Crochet

Size

4.5 inches

Pattern

Round 1: Magic Circle. CH 2, 12 DC into magic circle. Pull ring tight, Join to first DC. (12 DC)

Round 2: CH 1, SC into first stitch, **SC into next stitch, CH 2. Repeat from ** around, Join to first SC (12 SC)

Round 3: Slip stitch into next CH space. CH 1, SC, CH 3, **SC into next CH, CH 3.

Repeat from ** around. Join to first SC. (12 SC)

Round 4: Slip stitch into next CH space. CH 1, SC, CH 4, **SC into next CH, CH 3.

Repeat from ** around. Join to first SC. (12 SC)

Round 5: Slip stitch into next CH space. CH 1, SC, CH 3, **SC into next CH, CH 4.

Repeat from ** around. Join to first SC. (12 SC)

Round 6: Slip stitch into CH space. CH 1, **6 HDC in same CH space.6 HDC into next CH space.{{3 DC, CH 2, 3 DC}} all in next CH space. Repeat from ** around Join to first HDC.

Finish off and weave in your ends.

Sun and Sky Granny Square Pattern

By Maz from Be a Crafter xD

Brighten up your day with the Sun and Sky Granny Square Pattern. Nothing is more exquisite than a sunset over the ocean, and this crochet granny square pattern emulates just that with its beautiful stitching. Don't be intimated, you can definitely crochet this beautiful square!

Materials

- Worsted weight yarn: yellow, orange, red, light blue, and dark blue.

- 5 mm Crochet hook

- Yarn needle

Crochet Abbreviations

Ch = Chain

St(s) = Stitch(es)

Sl = Slip stitch

Sc = Single crochet

Inc = Increase

Dec = Decrease

Hdc= Half double crochet

Dec hdc= Half double crochet 2 stitches together

Inchdc= 2 half double crochet in same stitch

Dc = Double crochet

Inc dc = 2 double crochet in same stitch

Dec dc = Double crochet 2 stitches together

Tc = Triple crochet

Dtc = Double triple crochet

Inctc = 2 triple crochet in same stitch

Dec tc = Triple crochet 2 stitches together

Fpdc = Front post double crochet

Bpdc = Back post double crochet

Special stitch used: lattice treble (triple) crochet - make a tc under the fpdc or lattice tc from round before last.

Pattern

Note: I used chainless starting dc for every first dc of each round instead of ch 3. There's another good crochet technique to use is ch 2, dc into same stitch (counted as 1st dc). In the pattern below you'll see I simply state dc for every first dc of each round, so just choose your best technique.

Start with yellow yarn

R1: form a magic ring, 12 dc, sl into 1st stitch to join, 12 sts

R2: (dc, fpdc into same stitch) x 12 times, sl into 1st stitch to join, total 24 sts

R3: (inc dc, dc) x 12 times, sl into 1st stitch to join, total 36 sts

R4: change to orange yarn, (2 sc, lattice tc under the fpdc of R2) x 12 times, sl into 1st stitch to join, total 36 sts

R5: (inc dc, 2 dc) x 12 times, sl into 1st stitch to join, total 48 sts

R6: change to red yarn, (3 sc, lattice tc under fpdc of R4) x 12 times, sl into 1st stitch to join, total 48 sts

R7: (inc dc, 3 dc) x 12 times, sl into 1st stitch to join, total 60 sts

R8: change to light blue yarn, ch 4 or standing tc, dc into same st , 13 dc across, dc, tc into same st, ch 3, * tc, dc into same st, 13 dc across, dc, tc into same st, ch 3* repeat ** 3 times, sl into 1st stitch to join.

R9: dc, 16 dc across, 2 dc into space, ch 2, 2 dc into space, *17 dc across, 2 dc into space, ch 2, 2 dc into space* repeat ** 3 times, sl into 1st stitch to join.

R10: change to dark blue yarn, ch 1, hdc into same st, 20 hdc across, 3 hdc into space * 21 hdc across, 3 hdc into space* repeat ** 3 times.

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Blooming Violet Square

By Debi from DIy's Hooksand Yarns

Practice your popcorn stitch with the Blooming Violet Square. Using varying shades of light purple and dark purple make this flower come to life. It's the perfect way to create a splendid spring afghan.

Materials

- 4-ply Worsted weight acrylic yarn: yellow, light purple, medium purple, and soft white.

- J Hook

I crochet tight so you may need to adjust the size of your crochet hook.

Beginning popcorn (beginning pc): ch 3, 3 dc in same st, remove hook from loop, insert hook in top ch of beginning ch 3 and in last dc, yarn over, pull loop thru dc and ch.

Popcorn (pc): work 4 dc, remove hook from loop, insert hook in 1st dc and in last dc, yarn over, pull loop thru both dc's.

Size

6" square

Pattern

Rnd 1: With yellow ch 4, 2 dc in 4th ch from hook, ch 2. *(3 dc, ch 2 in same ch) 3 more times. Join with a slst to top of beginning ch 4. End off.

Rnd 2: Join light purple with a slst to any ch-2 corner space, (beginning pc, ch 2, pc) in same space, ch 2, skip next dc, pc in next dc, ch 2, skip next dc. *(pc, ch 2, pc) in next ch-2 corner space, ch 2, skip next dc, pc in next dc, ch 2, skip next dc. Repeat from * 2 more times. Join with a slst to top of 1st pc.

Rnd 3: Slst into the pc ch-2 corner space, (beginning pc, ch 2, pc) in same space, ch 2, {pc in next ch-2 space, ch 2} 2 times. *(pc, ch 2, pc) in next pc ch-2 corner space, ch 2, {pc in next ch-2 space, ch 2} 2 times. Repeat from * 2 more times. Join as before. End off.

Rnd 4: Join medium purple with a slst to any pc ch-2 corner space, (beginning pc, ch 2, pc) in same space, ch 3, {pc in next ch-2 space, ch 3} 3 times. *(pc, ch 2, pc) in next pc ch-2 space, ch 3, {pc in next ch-2 space, ch 3} 3 times. Repeat from * 2 more times. Join as before. End off.

Rnd 5: Join soft-white with a slst to any pc ch-2 corner space, (ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in same corner space, {3 sc in next ch-3 space, ch 1} 3 times, 3 sc in next ch-3 space. *(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next pc ch-2 corner space, {3 sc in next ch-3 space, ch 1} 3 times, 3 sc in next ch-3 space. Repeat from * 2 more times. Join with a slst to top of beginning ch 3.

Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in same st as joining, sc in each dc and ch-1 space around with (sc, ch 1, sc) in each ch-2 corner space. Join with a slst to 1st sc. End off.

Moss Stitch Afghan Square

By: Kristine Mullen from Ambassador Crochet

This Moss Stitch Afghan Square is a free crochet afghan square pattern that was inspired by the knit moss stitch. You're in luck if you've been longing for a crochet version of this classic knit stitch! A J hook and worsted weight yarn is needed to complete this 12 inch square.

Materials

- 3 oz. - #4 Worsted Weight

- Size J crochet hook

Size

12" square

Pattern
ch37,

Row 1: slip stitch in 3rd ch from hook, *hdc in next ch, slst in next ch, repeat from * across, turn.

Row 2: ch2, skip 1st stitch, slip stitch in next st, * hdc in next st, slip st in next st, repeat from * across, turn.

Row 3– 42: Repeat Row 2 until project is square.

Border

Round 1: ch1, 3sc in corner stitch, sc in each stitch across top, 3sc in corner stitch, sc evenly down side, 3sc in corner stitch, sc in each stitch across bottom, 3sc in corner stitch, sc evenly up side, slip stitch to 1st sc, turn.

Round 2: ch1, sc in each sc around with 3sc in corner stitch, turn.

Round 3: Repeat Round 2.

Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Solid Granny Square

By Tamara Kelly from Moogly

"X" marks the spot on this beautiful crochet granny square pattern. The Solid Granny Square works up really easy, giving you a nice and flat crochet granny square. Take a crack at this classic pattern when you're looking to keep it simple.

Materials

- Medium Weight/Worsted Weight Yarn

- H/8 or 5 mm Hook

Size

35 inches from point topoint

Pattern

Ch 4, join with a slst to form a ring.

Round 1: Ch 5 (counts as first dc and ch 2). [Dc 3 into ring, ch 2] 3 times. Dc 2 into ring, join with a slst to 3rd ch of ch 5.

Round 2: Slst into the ch sp. Ch 5, dc 2 into the same ch sp. *Dc into the next 3 sts, [dc 2, ch 2, dc 2] in the ch sp. Repeat from * three times, then dc into the last 3 sts, dc in the ch sp. Join with a slst to 3rd ch of ch 5.

Round 3: Slst into the ch sp. Ch 5, dc 2 into the same ch sp. *Dc into the next 7 sts, [dc 2, ch 2, dc 2] in the ch sp. Repeat from * three times, then dc into the last 7 sts, dc in the ch sp. Join with a slst to 3rd ch of ch 5.

Round 4: Slst into the ch sp. Ch 5, dc 2 into the same ch sp. *Dc into the next 11 sts, [dc 2, ch 2, dc 2] in the ch sp. Repeat from * three times, then dc into the last 11 sts, dc in the ch sp. Join with a slst to 3rd ch of ch 5.

At this point you can fasten off, or you can just keep going! I think you can see how the pattern works by now – dc in each dc from a previous round, and work a set of dc 2, ch 2, dc 2 in each corner ch sp.

Double Rainbow Granny Square

By Melinda Miller from MoCrochet

The Double Rainbow Granny Square will remind you of gorgeous days when Mother Nature swipes her paintbrush across the sky to leave an arch of colors. This free crochet afghan square pattern features bright, summery colors that really pop.

Materials

- Vanna's Choice worsted weight yarn

- J Crochet

Pattern

Start with a magic ring (or join a few chains into a loop if you prefer).

Rnd 1- ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 1 dc, ch 1, [2 dc, ch1] 5 times, join with slst in top of ch 3, fasten off.

You should have 6 groups of 2 dc with ch 1 spaces in between.(I like to start most of my rounds with a standing stitch. Yarn over, insert hook into any ch 1 space, and complete dc as normal.)

Rnd2- In each ch 1 space [2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc, ch 1], join with slst in first dc, fasten off

Rnd 3- In each ch 1 space [3 dc, ch1], join with slst in first dc, fasten off

Rnd 4- In each ch 1 space [2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc, ch1], join with slst in first dc, fasten off

Rnd 5- In each ch 1 space [2 dc, ch1], join with slst in first dc, fasten off

Rnd 6- In each ch 1 space [3 dc, ch 1], join with slst in first dc, fasten off

Rnd 7- In each ch 1 space [1 sc, ch 3], join with a slst in first sc, don't fasten off

Rnd 8- Slst into ch 3 space, ch 1, 3 sc, ch1* in next ch 3 space, [2 sc, 1 hdc, ch 1]…

in next ch 3 space, [1 hdc, 2 dc, ch 1]…

in next ch 3 space, [3 tr, ch 2, 3 tr, ch 1]... (corner made)

in next ch 3 space, [2 dc, 1 hdc, ch 1]...in next ch 3 space, [1 hdc, 2 sc, ch1]...

in next ch 3 space, [3 sc, ch 1]...

repeat from *(second picture of Rnd 8) around, join with slst in first sc, don't fasten off

Rnd 9- slst in next two sc, slst in next ch 1 space...ch 3, 2 dc, ch 1in each ch 1 space [3 dc, ch 1], and in corner spaces [3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 1]... slst in first dc, fasten off!!

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Peace Out Granny Square

By Kara from Petals to Picots

Get groovy with the Peace Out Granny Square. This easy crochet granny square pattern is an ode to the hippie era. Fresh and funky, it's the perfect way to create something new and fun. Try whipping up a few of these awesome squares!

Materials

- DK or worsted weight yarn

- G or H hook

- Tapestry needle

Work in both loops throughout except where noted.

Pattern

With CA, Ch 2.

Round 1: Work 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook, join in BL of 1st sc — 8 sts.

Round 2: Join CB in BL of any st, ch 1 (does not count as st), beginning in same st as join and working in BLs only, work 2 sc in each st around, join — 16 sts.

Round 3: Ch 1 (does not count as st), beginning in same st as join, *work 2 sc, 1 sc next, rep from * around, join — 24 sts.

Round 4: Join CA in same st as join, ch 1 (does not count as st), work 1 sc in same st as join and in each of next 3 sts, work 2 tr in the FL of the st from Rd 1 directly below (takes place of next 2 sts of current round), work 1 sc in next 6 sts, skip next 2 FLs of Rd 1, *work 2 tr in next FL of Rd 1, work 1 sc in next 2 sts, rep from * twice more, join — 24 sts.

Round 5: Ch 1 (does not count as st), beginning in same st as join, *work 2 sc, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, rep from * around, join in BL of 1st sc — 32 sts.

Round 6: Join CB in the BL of the sc that was was worked into the 1st tr of Rd 4, ch 2 (counts as hdc), continuing to work in BLs for the rest of round, work 1 hdc in next st, ch 2, skip next st, *1 dc in next 2 sts, ch 3, 1 dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, skip next st, 1 hdc in next 2 sts, ch 2, skip next st, rep from * twice more, 1 dc in next 2 sts, ch 3, 1 dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, skip next st, join — 24 dc and 12 ch-sps.

Round 7: Join CC in last ch-sp made, ch 3 (counts as dc), work 1 dc in same ch-sp, ch 2, 2 dc in next ch-sp, ch 2, *(2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in next ch-3 sp, ch 2, 2 dc in next ch-sp, ch 2, 2 dc in next ch-sp, ch 2, rep from * twice more, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in last ch-3 sp, ch 2, join in top of beg ch — 32 dc and 16 ch-sps.

Round 8: Ch 1 (does not count as st), work 1 sc in same st as join and in next st, 2 sc in next ch-sp, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 sc in next ch-sp, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 3 sc in corner ch-sp, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, *2 sc in next ch-sp, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 sc in next ch-sp, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 sc in next ch-sp, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 3 sc in corner ch-sp, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, rep from * twice more, work 2 sc in last ch-sp, join — 68 sts.

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Color Block Granny Square Pattern

By Sarah from Repeat Crafter Me

This Color Block Granny Square Pattern is the perfect starting point for a crochet afghan. Keeping it simple, this tutorial will teach you to make basic crochet granny squares using the grit stitch.

Materials

- Worsted weight yarn

- Size H crochet hook

Notes

Be conscious of tension.

Pattern

Chain 25 (24+1), SC in third chain from hook, *skip one chain, 2 SC in next, repeat from * until the end of your chain except you will need to make only one SC in the last chain, Chain 1, Turn.

Row 2-21: SC in first stitch, *skip one stitch, make 2 SC in next, repeat from * until the end of your row EXCEPT you will need to make only one SC in the last stitch, chain 1, turn. Please see picture to be sure you are making your last SC in the correct spot!

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Pretty Simple Granny Square

By Kara from Petals to Picots

The Pretty Simple Granny Square is a traditional pattern with a fruity twist. Even though it's an age-old technique, this traditional tutorial keeps the design fresh and fun with bold colors. Try your hand at creating this fun and fresh pattern.

Materials

- Yarn of your choice

- Crochet hook

Pattern

With CA, ch 4, join in furthest ch from hook to form a ring.

Round 1: Ch 3(counts as st), 2 dc in ring, ch 3, *3 dc in ring, ch 3, repeat from *twice more, join in top of beg ch, drop CA — 12 sts.

Round 2: Join CB in any ch-3 sp, ch 3 (counts as st), 2 dc in same ch-3 sp, ch 2, *[3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc] in next ch-3 sp, ch 2, rep from * twice more, 3 dc in same ch-3 sp as first st of round, ch 3, join in top of beg ch, drop CB — 24 sts.

Round 3: Join CC in any ch-3 corner sp, ch 3 (counts as st), 2 dc in same ch-3 sp, *ch 2, 3 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2, [3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc] in next ch-3 corner sp, rep from * twice more, ch 2, 3 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same ch-3 corner sp as first st of round, ch 3, join in top of beg ch, drop CC — 36 sts.

Round 4: Join CD in any ch-3 corner sp, ch 3 (counts as st), 2 dc in same ch-3 sp, *ch 2, 3 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2, 3 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2, [3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc] in next ch-3 corner sp, rep from * twice more, ch 2, 3 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2, 3 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same ch-3 corner sp as first st of round, ch 3, join in top of beg ch, drop CD — 48 sts.

Minty Flower Square

By Debi from DIy's Hooks and Yarns

Simple and sophisticated, this flower crochet square has a lacy structure with a solid flower center. Bring a bit spring into your home with the help of this beautiful crochet pattern.

Materials

- 4-ply Worsted weight acrylic

- J Hook

Ch 2 at beginning of Rnd 1 does not count as a stitch.

Size

35 inches from point topoint

Pattern

Rnd 1: With flower color ch 4, slst to 1st ch to make a ring, ch 2, 16 dc in ring. Join with a slst to 1st dc. (16 dc)

Rnd 2: Ch 3, 2 dc in samesst, ch 1. *skip next dc, 3 dc in next dc, ch 1. Repeat from * around. Join with a slst to top of beginning ch 3. End off.

Rnd 3: Join green with a slst to any ch-1 space, (ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the same space, ch 1, 2 sc in the next ch-1 space, ch 1. *(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the next ch-1 space, ch 1, 2 sc in the next ch-1 space, ch 1. Repeat from * 2 more times. Join with a slst to top of beginning ch 3.

Rnd 4: Slst over to ch-2 corner space, (ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in same space, ch 2, 2 dc in each of next 2 sc, ch 2. *(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 corner space, ch 1, 2 dc in each of next 2 sc, ch 2. Repeat from * 2 more times. Join as before.

Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in each of next 2 dc, *(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch-2 corner space, dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 2, (dc next 2 dc together) 2 times, ch 2, dc in each of next 3 dc. Repeat from * 1 more time. (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch-2 corner space, dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 2, (dc next 2 dc together) 2 times, ch 2. Join as before.

Rnd 6: Ch 3, dc in each of next 4 dc, *(2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch-2 corner space, dc in each of next 5 dc, ch 2, dc next 2 dc together, ch 2, dc in each of next 5 dc. Repeat from * 2 more times. (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch-2 corner space, dc in each of next 5 dc, ch 2, dc next 2 dc together, ch 2. Join as before.

Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc in same st as joining, sc in each dc and ch around with (sc, ch 2, sc) in each ch-2 corner space. Join with a slst to 1st sc. End off.ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 corner space, ch 1, 2 dc in each of next 2 sc, ch 2. Repeat from * 2 more times. Join as before.

Basic Basketweave Square

By Kristine Mullen from Ambassador Crochet

If you've been wondering how to make a Basic Basketweave Square, then look no further! This free crochet afghan square pattern will show you how to create that beautiful basketweave stitch. Create a square full of texture with this fun pattern.

Materials

- 3 oz. Worsted Weight Yarn

- Size J Hook

Size: 12" square

Pattern
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Row 1: dc in 4th ch from hook, dc in each ch across. (34 dc)

Row 2: ch1, hdc in 1st dc, FPdc around next 4 dc, * BPdc around next 4 dc, FPdcaround next 4 dc, repeat from * across, dc in last dc, turn.

Row 3: ch1, hdc in 1st dc, FPdc around next 4 sts, * BPdc around next 4 sts, FPdcaround next 4 sts, repeat from * across, dc in last dc, turn.

Row 4: Repeat Row 3.

Row 5: ch1, hdc in 1st dc, BPdc around next 4 sts, * FPdc around next 4 sts, BPdcaround next 4 sts, repeat from * across, dc in last dc, turn.

Row 6 – 7: Repeat Row 5.

Row 8: ch1, hdc in 1st dc, FPdc around next 4 sts, * BPdc around next 4 sts, FPdcaround next 4 sts, repeat from * across, dc in last dc, turn.

Row 9 – 10: Repeat Row 8.

Row 11 – 24: Repeat Rows 5 – 10.

Do Not Fasten Off.

Border

Round 1: sc evenly around with 3sc in each corner.

Round 2 – 3: sc in each sc around with 3sc in each corner sc.

Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Sweetest Baby Blanket Square

By Tamara Kelly from Moogly

Every baby deserves a baby blanket as sweet as the Sweetest Baby Blanket! Follow this crochet baby afghan pattern to learn how to crochet perfectly pastel granny squares. Full of texture and bright color, what's not love?

Materials

- Worsted Weigh yarn in four colors

- I or 5.5 mm Hook

Pattern

Round 1: (Using Color A) Make a magic circle. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), and working into the ring dc 2. *Ch 2, dc 3 into the ring. Repeat from * 3 times. Ch 2, break yarn and use seamless join to finish off, joining to the top of the ch 3. Weave in ends for this round.

Round 2: (Using Color B) Insert the hook around the rightmost dc in any set of 3 from Round 1, as if to make a back post stitch (as seen above). Pick up yarn pulling it around post as if to make a back post stitch, and ch 3. Bpdc around next 2 sts. [Dc 2, ch 2, dc 2] in ch sp. *Bpdc around next 3 sts, then [dc 2, ch 2, dc 2] in ch sp. Repeat from * 3 times. Break yarn and seamless join to top of ch 3. Weave in ends for this round.

Round 3: (Using Color C) Insert the hook around the rightmost dc in any set of 7 from Round 2, as if to make a back post stitch. Pick up yarn pulling it around post as if to make a back post stitch, and ch 3. Bpdc around next 6 sts. [Dc 2, ch 2, dc 2] in ch sp. *Bpdc around next 7 sts, then [dc 2, ch 2, dc 2] in ch sp. Repeat from * 3 times. Break yarn and seamless join to top of ch 3. Weave in ends for this round.

Round 4: (Using Color D) Insert the hook around the rightmost dc in any set of 11 from Round 3, as if to make a back post stitch. Pick up yarn pulling it around post as if to make a back post stitch, and ch 3. Bpdc around next 10 sts. [Dc 2, ch 2, dc 2] in ch sp. *Bpdc around next 11 sts, then [dc 2, ch 2, dc 2] in ch sp. Repeat from * 3 times. Break yarn and seamless join to top of dc – NOT the ch 3, as seen below. This ensures an even “V” count on each side of the square, important for most joining methods. Weave in ends for this round.

Special Thanks

Without our designers, this eBook would not be possible. Thank you all!

Debi from Dly's Hooksand Yarns

Tamara from Moogly

Sarah from Repeat Crafter Me

Corina from Stitch 11

Maz from Be a CrafterxD

Kristine from Ambassador Crochet

Melinda Miller from MoCrochet

Kara from Petals to Picots