This is a pattern that is older than the hills. Here's the version I used. When working in one color, as in my Heartland Patchwork blanket, I flip the square every round so that there isn't a "good side" and "bad side." It also creates a neat little ridge around each section of squares in the piece. Another main thing I do that I omit the chain space between the corner stitches and the side stitches. It still keeps a square shape, but creates a tighter piece without large holes or spaces. If you like lighter, more airy crochet, then keep those chain spaces in there.
SS = slip stitch
DC = double crochet
CH = chain
Start.
Make a slip knot. Chain 4 and slip stitch (SS) to the first chain to make a circle.
Round 1.
This is the round you make the cross in the middle of the square. Chain 3 [pictured below] and make two double crochets (DC) into the loop you made in the previous round. This counts as your first set of 3 DCs.
Then chain 2 and make 3 more DC into the same loop. Do this 2 more times. After your final set of 3DC, chain 2, then join with a SS to the third chain of your starting chain. You now have the cross or plus sign + at the center of your square.
Flip your work so that you are working on the reverse side now.
Round 2.
This is the round in which you make the corners of your square. Chain 3.
Then make 2 DC, CH 2, and then do 3 DC in same space--indicated with the arrow pointing to the space above. This is your first corner. Now you will proceed around the square in the direction indicated above, making corners in each chain space.
Flip your work so that you are working on the reverse side now.
Round 3.
Chain 3 [pictured below], then make 2 DC into the same space.
(3DC, CH2, 3DC) into each corner, and 3 DC into each side space. Join with a SS to the third chain of your starting chain to close this round.
Each subsequent round follows this same pattern until your square is as big as you'd like it. I normally do five rounds if I am making a small square that will be joined with others in a blanket.
Now you are ready to go forth and make granny squares to your heart's content!
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| Granny squares I made with Stylecraft Special DK yarn and a G hook. |
. . . but before you go, let's talk just for a moment about the tools you'll need as you begin your own crochet journey.
Crochet Tools
1. Crochet hook. These come in a variety of sizes depending on the type of yarn you are using. Refer to the label on the yarn, and it will tell you which size hook works best for that type.
2. Cute scissors. Because they make you happy.
3. Needle threader thingie to pull your yarn into the eye of the darning needle. This funky little thing is absolutely indispensable. It makes working in those pesky ends so much easier. I have three of these because they love to get lost.
4. Darning or tapestry needle: use this to sew/weave the ends of the yarn into your work so they are hidden and stay hidden! The last thing you want is your lovely work unraveling.
Concise version of this pattern:
Granny Square Pattern
To Begin: Make a slip knot. Chain 4 and slip stitch (SS) to the first chain to make a circle.
Round 1: (This is the round you make the cross in the middle of the square.)
Chain 3 and make two double crochets (DC) into the circle. Chain 2. (3 DC, CH2) 3 more times, then join with a SS into the third chain of your starting chain. Flip your work so that you are working on the reverse side now.
Round 2: (This is the round in which you make the corners of your square.)
Chain 3, 2 DC, CH 2, 3 DC all in same space. (3DC, CH2, 3 DC) 3 more times. Join with a SS into the third chain of your starting chain. Flip your work so that you are working on the reverse side now.Round 3: Chain 3, then make 2 DC into the same space. (3DC, CH2, 3 DC) into each corner, and 3 DC into each side space. Join with a SS to the third chain of your starting chain.
Each subsequent round follows this same pattern until your square is as big as you'd like it.
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