Do you know how to make granny squares? If not, I really encourage you to learn.

There is nothing more iconic in the crochet world than granny squares. I challenge anyone who says otherwise.

Granny squares are square motifs that are usually seamed together to make a larger crochet project like a blanket or a pillow or a garment. The simple granny squares feature the granny stitch worked in the round. But there are more complicated granny squares that have other stitches and textures.

Granny squares are so fun, quick, and easy to make. If you have never made one, you’re in for a treat! I have created this easy-to-follow picture (AND video) tutorial for you so that you can start whipping out simple granny squares TODAY! (If you would like to crochet some multi-colored granny squares, follow this tutorial.)

 I have a few crochet patterns that feature granny squares. Click the links below to check them out!

• Cabled Granny Pillow
• Simple Granny Square Wall Hanging
• Granny’s 4-Square Pillow

Don’t have time to work up this tutorial right now? Pin this image for later.

If you like this stitch tutorial, check out this wall hanging!

Simple Granny Square Wall Hanging

This is an easy crochet project that will help you practice your new skill of creating granny squares! The pattern is free on my blog. Or you can purchase the ad-free pattern from Ravelry & Etsy.

Granny Square Crochet Tutorial

If you make any crochet creations using this stitch, be sure to post pictures on social media and tag @juniperandoakes and use the hashtag #juniperandoakes. I would love to see your work!

Materials

• Yarn: small portion of worsted weight yarn or whatever you’d like to work your swatch up in.

  • I used Mandala Ombre in “Harmony” by Lion Brand

• Hook: J/6.00 mm

  • I used my Furls Streamline Swirl in “Cookie!”
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Stitch Abbreviations

• ch – Chain
• dc – Double Crochet
• sc – Single Crochet
• sl st – Slip Stitch

Notes

• There are many different ways to start a granny square (ex: magic circle), you may choose to begin Round 1 with a method you are more comfortable with.
• Ch 3 at the beginning of a round counts as a dc.
• This granny square is worked in the round.
• For a different look, fasten off at the end of each round and change yarn colors. It would make a great stash busting project.
• For a tighter look, you may chose to ch 1 instead of ch 2 between clusters.

The Granny Square

Round 1:

1. Ch 3, 2 dc in 3rd ch from hook

2. Ch 2, 3 dc in same ch as before, ch 2

3. Repeat step 2 two more times

4. Sl st to top of ch 3

 

Round 2:

1. Ch 3, 2 dc in ch 2 space below, ch 2

2. 3 dc in next ch 2 space, ch 2, 3 dc in same ch 2 space, ch 2

3. Repeat Step 2 two more times

4. 3 dc into starting ch 2 space, ch 2, sl st to top of ch 3

 

Round 3:

1. Ch 3, 2 dc in ch 2 space below, ch 2

2. 3 dc in next ch 2 space, ch 2

3. Dc in next ch 2 space, ch 2, 3 dc in same ch 2 space, ch 2

4. Repeat Steps 2 & 3 around, 3 dc into starting ch 2 space, ch 2, sl st to top of ch 3

 

Rounds 4+:

Work similarly to Round 3, working a cluster of 3 dc in every ch 2 space on the sides and 2 clusters in every corner, with a ch 2 space between every cluster.

Video Tutorial:

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Granny Square Patterns:

If you like making granny squares, then you should check out these Juniper & Oakes original patterns:

• Cabled Granny Pillow
• Simple Granny Square Wall Hanging
• Granny’s 4-Square Pillow
• Cabled Granny Square Tutorial

 

The Fine Print

This pattern and its images are the property of Juniper and Oakes ©2023. The pattern is for your personal use only. Please do not copy/paste, distribute, or alter and claim as your own. You may sell products made by this pattern, but please credit @juniperandoakes and remember to link back to juniperandoakes.com or credit Juniper & Oakes on the craft fair tag.

You may post pictures on social media and tag @juniperandoakes and use the hashtags #juniperandoakes and #jaobookmark. If you make this pattern, please email a picture to [email protected] and I will include it in a gallery on my website. You can also post pictures on my Facebook Page, or in the Juniper + Oakes Crochet Community Facebook Group.

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Let me know if you run into a problem. I respond quickly and will help in any way I can to clarify any confusion or challenging stitches.