It sounds like you’re ready to dive into the wonderful world of crochet granny squares! They’re a classic for a reason: versatile, fun, and relatively easy to master. Here’s a breakdown of a very easy and beautiful granny square pattern, combining clarity and simplicity:
Basic Granny Square Pattern
Materials:
- Yarn (any weight)
- Crochet hook (size appropriate for your yarn)
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
Instructions:
- Starting:
- Chain 4.
- Sl st into the first chain to form a ring.
- Round 1:
- Ch 3 (counts as the first dc).
- Work 2 dc into the ring.
- Ch 2.
- Work 3 dc into the ring.
- Ch 2.
- Repeat the “3 dc, ch 2” sequence two more times.
- Sl st to the top of the starting ch 3.
- Round 2 and Beyond:
- Sl st into the next space (the ch-2 space).
- Ch 3 (counts as the first dc).
- Work 2 dc into the same ch-2 space.
- Ch 2.
- Work 3 dc into the same ch-2 space (this creates a corner).
- *Ch 1.
- Work 3 dc into the next ch-2 space.
- ch 1.
- In the next ch-2 corner space work (3dc, ch2, 3dc)*
- Repeat from * to * around.
- ch 1, and join with a sl st to the top of the first ch3.
- Repeat round 2, to make the square as large as you want.
Key Points:
- Corners: The corners are always made with “3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc” in the corner chain-2 spaces.
- Sides: the sides are made with 3dc clusters, with a chain 1 stitch between each cluster.
- Flexibility: You can change colors every round or every few rounds for a vibrant effect.
Video tutorial
Tips for Beginners:
- Practice your stitches: If you’re new to crochet, practice your chain and double crochet stitches before starting the square.
- Consistent tension: Try to keep your tension even for a uniform square.
- Watch video tutorials: Visual aids can be incredibly helpful. Search for “easy granny square tutorial” on YouTube.
I hope this helps you create some beautiful crochet squares!
