Great Granny Square Pattern

One of the most classic crochet patterns is the Great Granny Square. This super versatile pattern brings great interest for those who want to start in the art of crochet. Being a versatile pattern and easy to learn, it becomes the perfect option for different patterns.

The Great Granny Square  is a unique large square that is made using rounds where it is designed to maintain its shape. No matter how many layers you add. It will be a simple project without the need for a lot of crochet knowledge. This pattern leaves open the possibilities for using different colors of crochet yarn.

Crocheting the Great Granny Square only requires basic knowledge as this pattern only calls for continuous stitches. In the first few minutes you already have a small shape of the model. With just a needle and a crochet thread, you can train the stitches, not having to undo it if you make a mistake.

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn in your chosen 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:
Create a slip knot and ch 4. Join into a ring with a slip stitch.
Ch 3 (counts as first dc here and throughout). Make 2 dc into the ring. Ch 2. 3 dc into the ring, ch 2. Rep * to * two more times. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning ch-3.

Round 1:
Ch 3. Make 2 dc into the same ch-2 sp. Ch 2. 3 dc in the same ch-2 sp. This forms your first corner.
Ch 1. Skip the next 3 sts. 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the next ch-2 sp (corner made). Rep * to * two more times.
Ch 1. Skip the next 3 sts. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning ch-3.

Round 2:
Ch 3. Make 2 dc into the same ch-2 sp. Ch 2. 3 dc in the same ch-2 sp (corner made).
Ch 1. 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the next ch-2 sp (corner made). Rep * to * two more times.
Ch 1. 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning ch-3.

Rounds 3 and beyond:
Rep Round 2, increasing the number of ch-1 spaces between the 3 dc groups as needed to maintain the square shape of the blanket.

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Continue to crochet in rounds, creating corners with 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc, and maintaining the pattern of ch-1 spaces between the 3 dc groups.
Work until the blanket reaches your desired size. Remember 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

Video Tutorial

For those who prefer video tutorials, we’ve got you covered. I recommend this tutorial created by the channel
Gathered Makes. Watch the step-by-step video below.

For those who prefer PDF tutorials, we’ve got you covered. The Tutorial was created by Gathered.

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We at Maual Crafts wish you much success with your new project and thank you for trusting us to make your crochet piece. We wish much success in this and other future standards and see you next time.