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In this crochet tutorial you will learn how to crochet a checkered granny square.
This checkered granny square is a great alternative to the classic granny square and great if you like everything related to granny squares.
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Crochet A Checkered Granny Square
The checkered granny square is crocheted from the middle outwards, traditionally using only one color.
The pattern is quite similar to the classic granny square, however the open spaces are positioned in a different checkered pattern.
This granny square is easy enough for beginners to give a go at.
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Materials & Tools For Granny Squares
To crochet granny squares and granny square shapes, you can use any size/mm crochet hook and yarn.
You can use any yarn fiber, like cotton, wool or acrylic yarn.
However, it’s most common to use either 3 light yarn (dk weight yarn) or 4 medium weight yarn (aran or worsted weight yarn).
Here are a couple of yarns I’d recommend to crochet granny squares:
- Lion Brand – Wool Ease
- Lion Brand – 24/7 Cotton
- Red Heart – Super Saver
These yarns come in many beautiful colors & work for a range of granny square patterns.
Next, you’ll need a crochet hook that matches the yarn weight & a granny square blocking board is helpful when you block the finished pieces.
Best Tips for Crocheting Granny Squares
There are several factors that can help you have success when crocheting granny squares.
- Count stitches: Make sure you got each round right by counting stitches after finishing one round or side of the granny square.
- Weave in yarn tails as you crochet: Don’t leave weaving in yarn tails until you finish crocheting all your granny squares. Make a habit of weaving them in before you crochet another granny square, which will make weaving in ends less overwhelming.
- Use colors that contrasts well with each other. This will give you an overall more stunning look.
- Block your granny squares: Make sure you get a professional finish by blocking your granny squares.
Checkered Granny Square
Skill Level
Materials
Abbreviations
- beg = beginning
- ch =Â chain
- ch-loop = loop/ring made of chains
- ch-space =Â open space made by chain(s)
- dc =Â double crochet
- sk = skip(ped)
- sl st =Â slip stitch
- st = stitch(es)
Instructions
- Ch 5, sl st in first ch creating a ch-loop.
- Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dc 2 in ch-loop, ch 3, *dc 3 in ch-loop, ch 3*, repeat from *to* 2 times, sl st in 3rd ch from beg of round (=24 st).
- Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dc 1 in the next 2 st, *dc 3 in next ch-sp, ch 3, dc 3 in same ch-sp**, dc 1 in next 3 dc* repeat from *to* 3 times, ending last repeat at **, sl st in 3rd ch from beg of round (=48 st).
- Round 3: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dc 1 in the next 2 st, *ch 2, dc 3 in next ch-sp, ch 3, dc 3 in same ch-sp, ch 2**, sk 3 dc, dc 1 in the next 3 dc*, repeat from *to* 3 times, ending last repeat at **, sl st in 3rd ch from beg of round (=64 st).
- Round 4: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dc 1 in the next 2 st, *dc 3 in next ch-sp, dc 1 in the next 3 st, dc 3 in next ch-sp, ch 3, dc 3 in same ch-sp, ch 2, dc 1 in the next 3 st, dc 3 in next ch-sp**, dc 1 in the next 3 st*, repeat from *to* 3 times, ending last repeat at **, sl st in 3rd ch from beg of round (=96 st).
Notes
- This pattern is written in US terms (learn how to change to UK terms).
- The crochet granny square is crocheted in rounds with the right side facing at all times.
- This crochet granny square can be crocheted with any crochet hook size and yarn.Â
- Use it as a full project itself, or make many for a combined crochet project.
- You can swap the chains in the beginning for a magic ring/magic circle if you prefer that.
Crochet Patterns Using Granny Squares
Use the granny square you just learned in one of these crochet patterns featuring granny squares:
- Granny Square Cardigan
- Granny Square Sweater
- Granny Square Market Bag
- Granny Square Basket
- Granny Square Ottoman
- Granny Square Dishcloth
- Granny Square Dish Towel
- Ferris Wheel Granny Square Shawl
- Your Sunday Shawl
- Clover Leaf Granny Square Pillow
- Not Your Granny’s Tee
- Daisy Crochet Stanley Tumbler
- Crochet Bum Bag
- Daisy Granny Square Bag Pattern
You could also join multiple to crochet a granny square blanket.
How to Join Granny Squares Together
After learning to crochet this granny square, you of course need a way to join them together. There are several great ways to join granny squares together. But I’ll share 3 of the most common with you!
Whip Stitch
- The whip stitch uses yarn and needle.
- To whip stitch granny squares together, align the stitches of two granny squares with the right side facing against each other.
- With a needle, work through each of the aligned stitches with the yarn and needle
Whip Stitch Photo & Video Tutorial
Flat Slip Stitch Join
The flat slip stitch join creates a beautiful slip stitch seam between each of the granny squares.
- Make a slip knot and place it on the crochet hook.
- Line up two granny squares with the right side facing.
- Insert hook through the back loops of corner stitches on each square and slip stitch.
- Continue repeating for each stitch along the edge of the granny squares.
Flat Slip Stitch Join Tutorial
Join Granny Squares As You Go (JAYGO)
When you join granny squares as you go you will use yarn and a crochet hook, now sewing necessary.
There are 3 great ways to JAYGO:
More Granny Square Patterns
Now that you have learned this granny square pattern, you may want to explore a few more:
