40+ Easy-to-Make Crochet Granny Square Patterns for Beginners and More
Are you looking for a complete list of awesome crochet granny squares? If so, you’ve found it with this collection of free granny squares!
Below you will find a collection of different crochet squares from animal squares to unusual granny square patterns too! Most of which are simple to crochet into pillows, blankets and more that use simple crochet stitches, plus easy to find yarn.
Scroll on down to learn more about the granny square, why it is a favorite crochet pattern of makers, and what you’ll need to make one, as well as patterns for all skill levels from beginners to more advanced.
How to Make a Granny Square
To crochet a granny square, you will need to do how to do a one simple stitch of the double crochet, chain both of which are basic crochet stitches and make a magic circle.
You will also need any type of yarn, a crochet hook, and other optional crochet supplies! I’ll explain each of these below if you’d like to take a look before exploring our granny square crochet pattern list.
Types of Granny Squares
You will find a big variety of granny squares to crochet when you start looking. They are all special in their own way and fun to crochet.
Take a look at a few of the unique granny squares you may find below.
- Classic Granny Square
- Solid Granny Squares
- Puff Granny Squares
- Sunburst Square
- and 12″ Afghan Squares
You will find even more than what is listed above below, so keep on reading!
Crochet Stitches
While most granny stitches are made with the double crochet stitch (dc) you will from time to time see other stitches used.
Commonly, when you are crocheting a granny square, you will work double crochet clusters (or three double crochets) into one stitch to create a traditional granny square.
While a few of the squares use double crochet stitches, there are some below that will use a variety of stitches instead.
Crochet Stitches in a Granny Square
Double Crochet (dc):
- Wrap the yarn over (Yo) the hook, insert the hook into the specified st.
- Yo the hook again, draw the yarn through the st, so there are 3 loops on the hook
- Yo the hook again draw it through 2 loops, so there are 2 loops on the hook
- Yo the hook, draw it through the final 2 loops.
Double Crochet
Abbreviation: dc
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learn this stitch →
Magic Circle:
- The magic circle method is an adjustable loop (aka magic ring or a magic loop) technique that quickly starts a crochet project in the round that has a yarn tail that pulls to close the center hole when tightly closed.
Be sure to look over each of the square designs below before you start. This will help you understand what the square requires in terms of skill.
Look over how to double crochet and how to make a magic circle if needed below to help you with crocheting these squares.
The Yarn For Crocheted Squares
I love using all types of yarn and yarn weights for square projects. Below are a few of my favorite yarns to make granny squares with.
I do tend to use Lion Brand yarns such as Vanna’s Choice and the Thick & Quick lines. These are easily my go-to yarns when crocheting a square (or any type of) crochet pattern. Learn more about each yarn below.
Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice: Vanna’s Choice is a 100% acrylic, four weight yarn that is easy to find, available in beautiful colors and is fairly inexpensive.
Vanna’s Choice
This yarn is made by Lion Brand, and is a Weight 4 – Medium yarn.
Fiber: 100% Acrylic
Yardage: 156m / 171 yds
Hook: 5.5 mm (I-9)
Substitute: Lion Brand Heartland
You can learn more about Vanna’s Choice Yarn and see all the color options, so when you make a square you can do any number of color combinations.
Lion Brand Thick & Quick Varieties: Wool Ease Thick & Quick and Thick & Quick (without wool!) are great choices for squares that you want to work up quickly. This super bulky yarn (6 weight) makes for a fast project, which in my opinion is always a good choice when crocheting up any type of project.
Wool-Ease Thick and Quick
This yarn is made by Lion Brand, and is a Weight 6 – Super Bulky yarn.
Fiber: Acrylic (80%), Wool (20%)
Yardage: 106 yards (87 in prints/stripes, 92 in metallic)
Hook: 9 mm (M/N-13)
Substitute: Lion Brand Hometown USA
Keep in mind, these are the yarns that I love and aren’t necessarily for everyone. Be sure to look around to see if you can find a new favorite yarn too! If you do love to use a different favorite yarn for squares, then let me know in the comments.
Other Supplies to Make Granny Squares
Crochet Hook: You will also need a crochet hook to make a granny square. The crochet hook size will depend on the yarn you use, so check the label to see which hook is recommended on the label.
Stitch Markers: Stitch markers help mark your stitches and place in a pattern. If you would like to be extra sure of what stitch count you are on or where your first stitch is, then these are a good to have on hand.
Scissors: A good pair of scissors is essential to working with yarn. I have a special pair of stork scissors that are a yarn only cutting pair.
Easy Crochet Squares to Make
Now that you’ve looked over the materials needed to make a square, then you are ready to get started browsing through all these fantastic square designs below.
If you are searching for a crochet project that is easy to make and perfect for a beginner, then I recommend these two granny squares for beginners to start with.
Granny Squares for Beginners
- A solid granny square pattern
- Classic granny square pattern
There are some more complex granny squares as well for those that want to try something different with their square project. Keep on scrolling to find the best crochet square patterns!
Common Questions About Granny Squares
What Can I Make With All the Granny Squares I Crochet?
You can join them together to make granny square crochet afghans, a crochet square pillow or scarf!
- Granny Square Bag: A common use of granny squares is to join them to create a one of a kind granny square bag like this one.
- Granny Square Afghan: Combine granny squares together to make a blanket that is both unique and beautiful. Change the colors up for each square and make a funky granny square blanket that is quirky!
- Granny Square Sweater: A granny square sweater is a great way to use up your collection of granny squares to create a wearable that is stunning.
- Granny Square Apron: Another great choice of ways to use up crochet squares is by joining them to make an apron which is both beautiful and useful at the same time.
How Do I Join a New Color into a Granny Square?
If you’d prefer to do more than a solid color or single color in your square, then you will need to know how to change the yarn color in your square.
Simply work the stitch as usual, and follow along with my how to change colors in crochet tutorial to complete the change of color.
How Do I Seam Granny Squares Together?
The best to go about seaming crochet granny squares is by using the mattress stitch seaming method.
You can also take a look at our 9 best seaming methods if you’d like to try a different way to join granny squares.
Let’s Get Started!
This list of free crochet squares are all straightforward to work up, some with stitch diagrams and are great for beginner crocheters to advanced crocheters, and can be crocheted in little to no time!
I hope you enjoy this list of unique but simple granny squares that are all free crochet patterns.
Happy Crocheting!
41 Best Granny Squares
Below you'll find easy crochet square patterns that are classic as well as unique. I hope you enjoy this list of best free granny square patterns!
The Classic Crochet Granny Square for Beginners
Yarn: Vanna's Choice by Lion Brand
This classic square crochet pattern is the perfect beginner square design to start with! It uses two simple stitches and works up fast. This basic granny square pattern can be joined with others to make a pillow, blanket and more! Get the classic granny crochet square pattern below.
Crochet Granny Stripe Square
If you’re looking for a fun and easy granny stripe pattern, look no further! Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating your own crochet granny stripe square that is perfect for beginner crocheters.
Circle to Square Granny Square Tutorial
Yarn: Big Twist Value
This modern square is perfect to make in a variety of colors and stitch together for a stunning blanket. Find the simple pattern below!
Find the free modern square pattern from Just Be Crafty.
Blooming Flower Crochet Square Pattern for Blankets
Yarn: Vanna's Choice by Lion Brand
These blooming squares are straightforward to work up and look beautiful joined!
Find the free crochet square pattern on Easy Crochet.
Spin Me Right Round Crochet Square
Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Learn how to crochet this gorgeous spiral granny square with this fun and unique pattern using a type of crochet called overlay crochet!
How to Make the Perfect Granny Square
Yarn: Any medium (#4 weight) yarn
This step-by-step crochet granny square is PERFECT for beginners to try. Take a peek below at this free and easy square pattern.
Find the free granny square pattern from Lullaby Lodge.
Mushroom Granny Square Pattern
Yarn: Light, DK Yarn
Use this free PDF pattern to make a granny square with a mushroom!
Elloth Granny Square Pattern
Yarn: Paint Box Cotton DK
This granny square is a stunning floral design that would be great for projects like bags, pillow covers, and blankets.
7" Crochet Square Pattern
Yarn: Mighty Stitch Worsted
Use the free pattern for a granny square to make this beautiful 7" square!
17 Butterfly Garden Square Pattern
Yarn: Super Saver
Learn how to crochet a granny square with butterflies with this beautiful open stitch design.
Flower Hexagon Square Pattern
Yarn: Any four weight yarn
Follow along with this free pattern in French, Spanish, and English to learn how to create a hexagon granny square!
Free Crochet Pattern: Casablanca Crochet Square
Yarn: Red Heart with Love
The Casablanca Square is filled with texture from using the overlay crochet technique.
Crochet 12" x 12" Blanket Square
Yarn: Red Heart Soft
This afghan square measures 12 x 12 and would be perfect to put together to make a quick blanket since it is so large. Make them all one color of yarn, or mix it up with different color squares.
Find the free afghan square pattern from Easy Crochet.
Grandma's Heart Square Pattern
Yarn: Any four weight yarn
You can use this pattern to create a square with a heart shape to make a heart granny square design!
Raised Square Crochet Blanket Motif Pattern
Yarn: Any four weight yarn
This crochet square works up quickly, and they can be made to any size required. You are welcome to join and crochet them into any project of your choice.
Crochet Motif: Plain Granny Square
Yarn: Scheepjes Softfun
If you want to make a simple solid granny square, then this is the pattern for you!
Crochet Flower Granny Square Pattern + Video
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
You'll love crocheting this flower granny square with its unique design and gorgeous floral look! This one is a more advanced but well worth it!
Vintage Lily Square Pattern
Yarn: Scheepjes Catona
This vintage style crochet square is perfect if you'd like to try a square that is more challenging as well as gorgeous!
Puff Circle Granny Pattern
Yarn: Four Weight Yarn
You'll love crocheting this puff afghan block with this free pattern that will create a unique granny blanket when seamed together!
Spiral Granny Square
Yarn: Any Yarn
This spiral square is perfect to add a bit of color to crochet projects like blankets, pillow covers and more!
Classic Granny Square Crochet Pattern
Yarn: Drops Paris (or any medium weight yarn)
This beautiful square is great for beginners and features gorgeous vintage colors. This is just a classic granny square but with an heirloom style to them.
Find the vintage style granny square pattern from Hopeful Honey.
Double Crochet Square Pattern
Yarn: Wool-Ease Thick & Quick by Lion Brand
This easy to crochet double crochet square is worked in rows and is beginner-friendly!
Take a look at the free double crochet square from Easy Crochet.
Daisy Granny Square Crochet Tutorial
Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna's Choice
This flower square is easy to crochet, with step-by-step photos to help you during each step of the square.
Sunflower Granny Square Crochet Pattern
Yarn: Any four weight yarn
Use this free granny square design to make a sunflower granny, which can be seamed together to create a sunflower granny blanket!
Floral Granny Square
Yarn: Caron Simply Soft
This floral crochet granny square is not only a free pattern, but it also has a video tutorial too!
Boho Granny Square Pattern
Yarn: Any four weight yarn
This circle granny square is easy to make and has a boho style that is perfect for crochet tops and crochet bags.
The Flora Granny Square
Yarn: Any four weight yarn
This easy to make granny square features a beautiful flower center and gorgeous colors.
Sunburst Granny Square Pattern (Sunflower)
Yarn: Impeccable by Loops & Thread
This sunburst granny square is made with puff stitches and double crochet stitches. The colors of yarn used in this granny square make it perfect for a Fall blanket!
Granny Square Pattern: Winter Opulence
Yarn: Red Heart Soft
If you are looking for a challenge, this gorgeous granny square is it! The details and overall look of the square are worth the effort.
Marigold Sky Granny Square Pattern
Yarn: Cotlin by We Crochet
This granny square has a marigold flower center with a solid granny design on the outside. They are great to use for granny square bags or a granny square blanket.
Crochet Heart Granny Square
Yarn: Any four weight yarn (aka worsted weight)
This crocheted heart square is perfect for Valentine's Day and more!
Crochet Citrus Fruits Granny Square
Yarn: Paintbox Cotton Aran
These Summer squares feature a citrus design. Change the fruit center yarn colors to make a lemon granny square, an orange granny square and more.
Flower Granny Squares – FREE Crochet Pattern
Yarn: Brava Worsted
Use the free pattern or the free video tutorial to learn how to make these floral squares!
Arietis Square Pattern
Yarn: Scheepjes Catona
This ombre square gorgeous and makes a unique looking square to be added to blankets, bags and more!
V-Square Pattern
Yarn: YarnArt Jeans Plus
Use the free PDF to make this beautiful granny square that features a floral design.
The Forever Bloom Square
Yarn: Terrazzo Yarn by Scheepjes
This textured square is perfect for blankets, bags and more! You can also get the gorgeous square pattern as a free PDF!
Crochet Eye Granny Squares
Yarn: Any 3 lightweight yarn
These unique granny squares are great for coasters, blankets and for Halloween crochet projects too!
Feather Stitch Square
Yarn: Caron Skinny Cakes
If you can half double crochet, you can make this solid granny square pattern. It is a free PDF pattern too!
Crochet Pattern: Pathways Square
Yarn: Red Heart with Love
This unique granny square will add interest and fun to any crochet project you put it into!
Walled Garden Square Pattern
Yarn: Any four weight yarn
This gorgeous square has a classic heirloom look to it and would be great joined to form a baby blanket!
Victorian Lattice Square
Yarn: Caron Simply Soft
Make this Victorian granny square with this free PDF pattern. It also includes a chart and diagram for easy square stitching!
Related: You may like this free granny square crochet pattern PDF too!
All crochet square patterns were listed as a free crochet pattern at the time of this article. If you find a discrepancy, please let me know.
Do You Want to Crochet More Easy Patterns?
If you enjoyed the granny square pattern list above, you’ll love this collection too! Use the list below to make even more basic & easy crochet patterns for beginners!
- Crochet Chained Headband Pattern
- Simple Stitch Crochet Blanket
- Elise’s Single Crochet Blanket
- Beginner Crochet Scarf Pattern
- Single Stitch Baby Blanket Pattern
- Color Blocked Baby Blanket Pattern
- One Hour Crochet Cowl Pattern
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