Crochet Granny Squares are a fantastic way to add colour, flair, and uniqueness to your wardrobe. They are among the most basic and versatile crochet patterns available. You can use crochet granny squares to make anything from blankets and bags to scarves and beanies!
Below, you’ll find some easy crochet granny square patterns, along with ideas on what to make with them further down the page. If you’re already familiar with the basic patterns of granny squares, you can also explore unusual granny square patterns and draw inspiration from these amazing crochet designs.
Most of the granny square patterns in this crochet collection are very simple, easy, and beginner-friendly. However, you’ll also find some that are more intricate and require a bit more skill. Therefore, it’s a great place to learn, practice, and master the granny square!
And, if you’re completely new to crochet and would like to try it, you can learn how to make the basic stitches in my tutorials (with video demonstrations) for beginners:
15+ Crochet Granny Square Patterns to learn and get inspired
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The Ultimate Crochet Granny Square – Free Pattern
If you’re thinking: hmm…. I don’t even know what a granny square is! And how do you crochet a granny square? Then, this is where you should start! Here, you can learn step by step where to start and how to crochet a classic granny square. Have fun! 🙂
Pattern design and photo credit: Itchin’ For Some Stitchin’
Basic Crochet Granny Square – Free Pattern
This is another simple granny square pattern where you can learn how to crochet a basic granny square using basic crochet stitches! You can learn how to start a granny square and change colours with these written instructions and a video demonstration. Once you know the basics, you can expand on your skills and experiment with other stitches to create different textures.
Pattern design and photo credit: The Purple Poncho
Heart Crochet Granny Square – Free Pattern
Learn how to crochet a cute little heart in a different color inside the granny square! This is what I like about granny squares: you can use as many different color combinations as you like, and that will make them look unique. How about inverting those colors and making a pink heart in a white square? This would look very cute as a baby blanket.
Pattern design and photo credit: Itchin’ For Some Stitchin’
Falling Leaves – Crochet Granny Square – Free Pattern
With this granny square pattern, you can learn how to make four leaves, one on each side. It’s a simple and easy crochet pattern that you can complete in no time!
Pattern design and photo credit: You Should Craft
Leaf Clover – Crochet Granny Square – Free Pattern
You are going to love the Leaf Clover granny square pattern! It consists of only three rounds and creates a pretty 4-petal flower. Use this granny square to make blankets, garments, or anything else!
Pattern design and photo credit: Joy of Motion Crochet
The Primrose Crochet Granny Square – Free Pattern
This granny square features a beautiful Primrose in the center! It would also look gorgeous in two or even three contrasting colors to highlight the flower. You can use up your scrap yarn for this granny square and make each row a different color. It’s a great pattern for blankets or even temperature blankets!
Pattern design and photo credit: Sunflower Cottage Crochet
Traveling Crochet Afghan 10″ (Granny) Square – Free Pattern
This is a fun project for both beginners and advanced crocheters. It is a simple square pattern that uses basic stitches, but you are not going to get bored! Inspired by the tulips in the Netherlands, the designer used a stitch that resembles the tulip flower.
Pattern design and photo credit: Wilmade
Traveling Afghan Crochet 10″ (Granny) Square – Free Pattern
Here is another version of a square that can be done by both beginners and seasoned crocheters alike. This pattern uses simple crochet stitches to create a beautiful texture, and it’s also worked diagonally!
Pattern design and photo credit: A Crocheted Simplicity
Triple Textures Afghan 12″ (Granny) Square – Free Pattern
This granny square is called Triple Textures, and I can see why! There are three distinct textures in this square: the wavy texture in the center, a different texture in the four corners, and yet another one in gold around the square. This could be a very nice project for a warm blanket or throw, don’t you think?
Pattern design and photo credit: A Crocheted Simplicity
Cabled Blooms Afghan 12″ (Granny) Square – Free Pattern
This beautiful afghan square is suitable for crocheters with an intermediate skill level. If you are up for a challenge, you won’t be disappointed! The result is a stunning piece of crochet art that you can show off to your family and friends. Give it a go!
Pattern design and photo credit: A Crocheted Simplicity
Lattice Crochet Granny Square Pattern
This square is pretty interesting as it’s constructed to look like a lattice, reminding me of window panes! This creative pattern is available in the designer’s Ravelry shop.
Pattern design and photo credit: Eléna Leprêtre
Broomstick Crochet Granny Square Pattern
This design is quite interesting as the stitch used here is called the Broomstick stitch! Can you spot the resemblance? This granny square pattern is also available in the designer’s Ravelry shop; see below for details.
Pattern design and photo credit: Eléna Leprêtre
Helix inspired Crochet Octagon 12″ Square – Free Pattern
This is an absolutely stunning and very unique granny square pattern! It starts with a little flower shape in the centre, then transitions to an octagon shape, and eventually takes on a square shape to form a granny square. I love the use of different stitches, and you’ll need to be familiar with a few of them! This granny square pattern is not the easiest, but it’s not too hard either. The designer offers a free pattern on her website with a video demonstration of the process!
Pattern design and photo credit: Yarn Craftee
Puff Stitch Classic 12″ Crochet Granny Square – Free Pattern
Another beautiful and simple design from Yarn Craftee! I appreciate the simplicity and classic look of this crochet pattern. This granny square pattern can also be transformed into a pocket shawl. The pattern for the shawl is also available for free on the designer’s website!
Pattern design and photo credit: Yarn Craftee
Things you can make with Crochet Granny Squares
There are many projects for which you can use crochet granny squares! You can make blankets, baskets, wall hangings, hats, cardigans, bags – just to name a few.
Granny squares are versatile, and even by following the same crochet pattern and changing up the colours, you can create completely different looks! Below are some creative ideas for using granny square patterns to turn them into something bigger.
Crochet Granny Square Top Pattern
This is a very simple but creative way to use a granny square: crochet a top! You can use just one solid colour or multiple colours – make it your own! This pattern is available in multiple sizes, and you can find it in the designer’s Etsy or Ravelry shops.
Pattern design and photo credit: Fosbas Designs
Granny Square Wall Hanging – Free Pattern
For these wall hanging instructions, you’ll need to know how to make a simple granny square. Then, you can follow the instructions here to attach your granny square to the dowel and add a fringe!
Pattern design and photo credit: Juniper & Oakes
Love Your Granny Square – Free Pattern
This is a free granny square pattern that uses basic crochet stitches to create texture. You can use this pattern to make your square as large as you like and create some unique home decor accessories! You can also find a video demonstration on the designer’s blog post for extra guidance, which is very helpful!
Pattern design and photo credit: Wilmade
Crochet Granny Square Bucket Hat – Free Pattern
Now that’s a really cute hat! Depending on the colours you choose, you can make it for a baby or an adult – it’s so versatile! Simple granny squares are connected together to form a bucket hat. Find the free pattern on the Carroway Crochet blog.
Pattern design and photo credit: Carroway Crochet
I hope you’ve found some inspiration from these crochet granny square and afghan square patterns! Which one will you try?
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