Want to learn to make the crochet granny star? You’ve come to the right place, because you have found a great step-by-step granny star tutorial.
In this tutorial you will learn how to crochet a granny star.
This granny star pattern is perfect if you need an alternative shape to the classic granny square and simply love making granny squares.
Stunning Crochet Granny Star Pattern
The granny star crochet pattern is a truly the most stunning of the granny shapes free crochet patterns.
It’s not difficult and can be crocheted by beginners.
It starts in the center and the first two rounds are the same as the classic granny square.
The next few rounds are used to establish the corner space, 8 of them, and for each round you crochet, the more double crochet clusters you will have.
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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 two 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.
How to Make The Crochet Granny Star
Skill Level
Materials
- 4 colors of Yarn
Abbreviations
- ch = chain
- ch-space = chain space – open space made by chain(s)
- ch-2-sp = refers to chain or space previously made, with 2 ch
- dc = double crochet
- rep = repeat
- sk = skip(ped)
- sl st = slip stitch
Instructions
- Ch 3, counts as 1st double crochet + base chain.Round 1: dc 2 in 3rd ch from hook (base ch), *ch 2, 3 dc in base ch*, repeat from *to* 3 times, ch 2, sl st in 1st st (=20 st).
- Note:To change color: Fasten off, cut yarn, and make slip knot with new color. Continue with same color: sl st loosely in next ch-space and ch 2 (counting as the first dc on next round.Do the same for all following rounds.
- Round 2: *dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in same corner ch-2-sp, ch 2*, rep from *to* 3 times, sl st in 1st st (= 40 st).
- Round 3: *dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in same corner ch-2-sp, ch 1*, rep from *to* 7 times, sl st in 1st st (= 72 st).
- Round 4: *dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in same corner ch-2-sp, ch 1, sk 1 ch-sp*, rep from *to* 7 times, sl st in 1st st (= 72 st).
- Round 5: *dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in same corner ch-2-sp, ch 1, dc 3 in next ch-sp, ch 1*, rep from *to* 7 times, sl st in 1st st (= 104 st).
- Round 6: *dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in same corner ch-2-sp, ch 1, [dc 3 in next ch-sp, ch 1], rep from [to] in each ch-1-sp until next corner, then rep from *to* 7 times*, sl st in 1st st (= 136 st).
- Round 7: *dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in same corner ch-2-sp, ch 1, [dc 3 in next ch-sp, ch 1], rep from [to] in each ch-1-sp until middle space between 2 corners, sk middle space, then rep from [to] until next corner, then rep from *to* 7 times*, sl st in 1st st (= 136 st).
- Round 8: Repeat round 6.If you want to make a bigger granny start continue repeating round 6-8.Fasten off and weave in ends with a yarn needle.
Notes
- This pattern is written in US terms (learn how to change to UK terms).
- The crochet granny star is crocheted in rounds with the right side facing at all times.
- This crochet granny square shape can be crocheted with any crochet hook size and yarn.
- Use it as a full project itself, or make many for a combined crochet project.
Granny Stitch Star Project Ideas
The 8 point granny star is a lovely crochet pattern that can be used in so many crochet projects.
It’s mostly used as a standalone granny square, but can also be join together with other granny shapes for unique crochet projects.
Here’s a few crochet ideas for the granny star:
- Granny Star Blanket
- Granny Star Coasters
- Granny Star Buntings or Garlands
- Big Crochet Applique
There’s so many other fun ideas you can use the granny star for, just start brainstorming ans you’ll come up with your own unique ideas!
How to Join Granny Square Shapes Together
After learning to crochet this granny square shape, you of course need a way to join them together. There are several great ways to join granny squares together. But I’ll share 2 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
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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.
More Granny Square Shapes
Now that you have learned this granny square shape, you may want to explore a few more:
