Crochet Granny Squares Patterns

Crochet square motifs are popular, and there are so many of them! On the internet, you can find so many that while you’re searching for one specific pattern, you find another one even prettier, even better — and there are a lot of those.

Crochet square motifs are an extremely popular crochet technique that allows you to create both decorative elements (for example, doilies or coasters) and large items (blankets, pillows, bags, even clothes). The most famous example is the so-called “granny square.” It is very easy to make and not difficult for beginners. It’s enough to know how to crochet chain stitches and double crochets.

And what beautiful items you can make from them!

 

For such projects, you can use all your yarn leftovers. You just need to pick the right color. What yarn to choose for such items? Any kind. It can be wool, half-wool, cotton, or cotton blends.

Based on the granny square, if you play with colors, you can create real works of art. For example, patchwork technique.

 

 

Also, in the center of the squares, different objects, fruits, and so on will look great.

 

 

Squares with flowers are suitable for blankets or children’s items.

 

In the photo above — an African flower.

Granny square clothing models

Very often, squares are used to crochet summer items — tops, tank tops, T-shirts. Also, motifs decorate knitted garments made both with knitting needles and crochet. They are used for trimming the bottom of the product, yokes, sleeves.

 

Also, squares can be crocheted as a decoration for a bag or even make a bag itself. For bags, a special type of yarn is chosen — raffia, cord, or acrylic threads.

Raffia holds its shape well, and bags made of it are simply wonderful, interesting, and durable.

 

 

Basic tips for beginners

• Start with simple patterns — the classic granny square is best for practicing technique and transitions between rows.
• Use stitch markers — especially for the first motifs, so you don’t lose corners or joining spots.
• Even yarn tension — this is important so that all squares are the same size.
• Blocking the motifs — after crocheting each motif, it’s recommended to moisten and block it (stretch and dry it on a template) so the shape stays perfectly square.

Yarn and hook recommendations

For summer clothes or lacy motifs, cotton or microfiber is suitable.
For warm items (blankets, sweaters), it’s better to use acrylic, wool, or blends.
The hook should be chosen according to the yarn thickness, but often for squares, a hook half a size larger is used so the motifs are softer.

Joining motifs

Squares can be joined with a crochet hook, a needle, or during the last round.
If you’re making a blanket or a large item — it’s better to finish all squares first, and then choose one joining style so everything looks harmonious.