One of the most timeless patterns in crochet is the classic granny square! It can be made in any size, yarn type, or used for almost any type of project. No matter if you are a beginner or experienced crocheter, this pattern is great to learn.
I love how traditional granny squares have such a simple yet beautiful design! They are made up of chain stitches and double crochets worked in rounds that form a square. My favorite part about them are how they can be used for any type of crochet pattern! You can use granny squares for blankets, pillows, cardigans, sweaters, baby blankets, bags, dishcloths, and more.
I have to admit that I didn’t learn how to do classic granny squares until about 15 years into my crochet journey. Yes, it’s true! I learned how to crochet at age 7 and didn’t learn how to crochet a granny square till I was 24. However, now that I have learned, they are one of my favorite things to use for blankets and other projects.
If you are a beginner or experienced crocheter that has been wanting to learn how to crochet classic granny squares, then this tutorial is for you. It will walk you through from start to finish, and you’ll be a traditional granny square pro in no time!
Classic Granny Square Pattern Video Tutorial
Yarn
For this tutorial I used worsted weight yarn and a 5mm crochet hook.
The great thing about granny squares is that you can use any yarn and it’s corresponding hook size to make them. Just follow the steps below with your chosen yarn.
Abbreviations
- Ch = chain
- St(s) = stitch(es)
- Sl st = slip stitch
- Dc = double crochet
Classic Granny Square Pattern Tutorial
Rnd 1: Begin by creating a magic circle. You could also ch 4, then sl st into the first ch to create a ring.
Once you have the ring, ch 3 (this will count as the first dc).
in the ring dc 2, ch 2,
dc 3, ch 2, dc 3
ch 2, join with sl st to 3rd ch of ch 3 at the beginning of rnd.
Rnd 2: sl st across the tops of the sts to the first ch 1 space.
In first ch 1 space ch 3 (this counts as first dc) then dc 2
ch 2, dc 3, ch 1. This forms the first corner.
*Ch 2, in next ch 1 space dc 3
ch 2, dc 3, ch 1, repeat from * till you get back to the beg of the rnd.
Join with sl st to 3rd ch at beginning of rnd.
Rnd 3: sl st across the tops of the sts to the first corner. In the first corner space, [Ch 3 (this counts as first dc), dc 2, ch 2, dc 3]. Ch 1, sk to first ch 1 space from previous rnd and in the space dc 3,
ch 1, sk to next corner. *In the corner [dc 3, ch 2, dc 3], ch 1, sk to next ch 1 space, dc 3 in ch 1 space, ch 1, sk to next corner, repeat from * till you reach the ch 3 at the beginning of the rnd. Join with a sl st to the 3rd ch from the beginning of the rnd.
To work additional rnds, start rnd like previous ones, then [dc 3, ch 2, dc 3] in corner spaces. In spaces on sides work 3dc. Work a ch1 in between the dc clusters on the sides.
I hope this tutorial helped you learn how to crochet a classic granny square! You’ll be able to make an endless amount of projects with these easy and beautiful crochet squares.
Happy stitching!
Claire