These easy granny square free crochet patterns are perfect for beginners who want to learn how to crochet the classic granny square.
But also if you want to expand your granny square knowledge with different types of granny squares and granny square shapes.
Find your next crochet project with these free granny square crochet patterns!

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The Classic Granny Square
Good crocheting is timeless and the classic square pattern is still being brought forward from time to time. The picture many have of crochet without knowing it is the standard double crochet granny square blanket.
However it doesn’t only have to be a afghan square, it can be used in many combinations to create crochet garments, home decor and crochet accessories.
If you don’t know the classic granny square, dive into this photo and video tutorial.
Lets dive into the beautiful granny square crochet projects!

Materials Needed for Granny Square Crochet Patterns
To follow the granny square crochet patterns there are some materials needed such as:
On each of the crochet granny square patterns below you can find specific yarn suggestions and crochet hook sizes. If you want to substitute yarn, I recommend crocheting a gauge swatch.
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Crochet Patterns Using Multiple Granny Squares
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Granny Square Cardigan
The Granny Square Cardigan crochet pattern uses the basic granny square to create a crochet garment. It’s an easy pattern that has sizing from XS to 5XL and skill level easy. Pick your favorite color combination to create this beautiful crochet cardigan.
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Granny Square Sweater
Similar to the granny cardigan, the free pattern for the Granny Square Sweater uses the classic granny square motif. It has sizing from XS to 5XL. Choose your favorite yarn colors to create this beautiful granny square crochet pullover.
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Crochet Granny Square Tank Top
This granny square tank top is a fun warm-weather make, with a floral square motif that gives it an easy summer feel. Sized from XS to 5XL and simple to customize with your favorite granny square, it’s a great pick if you want an easy granny square crochet pattern that turns into a wearable top. - 4
Granny Square Market Bag
This market bag crochet pattern is a great pattern idea using granny squares. You can essentially make this using any granny square. The hook size and yarn weight aren’t as important for this pattern either. If you want to use a different yarn and crochet hook, the only thing that will change is the size of the finished bag. With a smaller hook and yarn, you may end up with a smaller bag if you don’t add extra grannies. With a larger hook and yarn you will end up with a bigger bag.
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Granny Square Bucket Hat Pattern
This Granny Square Bucket Hat crochet pattern is a great summer crochet project. Make it in no time using 3 light yarn. Worked from the top to the brim, with beautiful flower granny square, it’s for sure a summer favorite. Make it in your favorite yarn colors and wear it all summer long! - 6
Daisy Granny Square Bag Pattern
The Daisy Granny Square Bag Pattern is a cute market bag crochet pattern featuring flower granny squares. This easy crochet pattern works up fast and the granny square bag is perfect for your grocery shopping or anything you’d use a bag for. Pick your favorite colors & start making this beautiful piece! - 7
Granny Square Basket
This free granny square project is a great idea to make for your home. It uses a single-color base basket, then the granny squares are added as a decorative element.
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Granny Square Ottoman
This granny square crochet pattern also uses the classic granny square. However, it could easily be made with a different granny square, like the leaf clover granny square. Pick the colors you like and spruce up your home with this crochet ottoman.
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Bloom Granny Square Bag Crochet Pattern
The Bloom Granny Square Bag is a quick, beginner-friendly project that turns flower granny squares into a cute everyday market bag. With its easy square construction and room for groceries, WIPs, or daily essentials, it’s a lovely way to enjoy granny square crochet in a practical, colorful piece. - 10
Granny Square Dishcloth
The crochet dishcloth pattern is a great granny square crochet idea. It’s a quick crochet project that is great for crochet beginners. All you have to do is to crochet the classic granny square, that uses only basic stitches. The classic granny only uses chain stitches (ch), double crochet stitches and slip stitches (sl st). Then choose your favorite method to assemble it: whip stitches, flat slip stitch join or the join as you go method. Then finish off the edge with the reverse single crochet stitch.
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Granny Square Dish Towel
The granny square dish towel is a great kitchen crochet project. It uses the double crochet stitch (dc) for the main parts and then a row of granny squares as decoration. With only basic crochet stitches you can make this beautiful crochet dish towel, and you can even find some scrap yarn to crochet the squares.
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Ferris Wheel Granny Square Shawl
This crochet pattern uses a unique granny square called the Ferris Wheel Granny Square. It got that name because the middle section of the square resembles a Ferris wheel. To make this easy crochet pattern, you will crochet multiple squares and also a few half squares. Then the granny square shawl is assembled, and you can add tassels if you’d like.
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Your Sunday Shawl
This beautiful pattern uses a flower granny called the Leaf Clover Granny Square. It’s a single-color granny square, that looks amazing in all crochet projects. For this granny square shawl, you are going to need worsted weight yarn and a crochet hook. The pattern is assembled with the flat slip stitch join, that means there’s less seaming and you will only need your yarn needle for weaving in ends.
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Clover Leaf Granny Square Pillow
This cushion cover granny square pattern is a beautiful pattern for your home. By choosing the colors that works for your home, it’s easy to personalize your house with crochet. You can use the same granny square as suggested or swap for a solid granny square for less gaps or any other granny square like the sunburst granny square.
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Not Your Granny’s Tee Crochet Pattern
The Not Your Granny’s Tee crochet pattern is breezy, lightweight and so much fun! Perfect to add to your summer wardrobe and can easily be layered for winter fashion as well.
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Triangle Granny Square Garland
The Triangle Granny Square Garland is an easy pattern to spruce up any corner of your home. It’s a wonderful way to include some crochet details in your home. The triangle grannies are just a traditional granny square with one less corner and great for beginners and beyond. Pick your favorite yarn colors or crochet this as a seasonal garland. - 17
Granny Circle Crochet Chair Pad
The Granny Circle Crochet Chair Pad is a great crochet pattern for your home. It works up quickly using Bulky yarn and has skill level easy. Mix and match your favorite colors to your personal preference to match your home decor. These are also great to bring along for walks to sit on when taking a quick rest & will keep your bum warm! Granny Square Patterns
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Sunburst Granny Square
Have you been wanting to learn to crochet the popular sunburst granny square? You’ve found just what you need, because here’s an amazing step-by-step sunburst granny square tutorial. In this crochet tutorial you will learn how to crochet a sunburst granny square. This sunflower granny square looking is a popular alternative to the classic granny square and great if you like everything related to granny squares.
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Classic Granny Square
This detailed step by step tutorial shows you How to Crochet a Granny Square. The classic granny square is a great traditional crochet square that is great to know how to crochet. The square itself is versatile & can be used in a lot of different patterns. Such as making a whole blanket using this square, creating garments or anything that can be made combining multiple squares.
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Ferris Wheel Granny Square
The Ferris Wheel Granny Square is a crochet square you’re going to love. The square is made up of only 3 rounds and makes a beautiful square for all kinds of projects. Such as making a whole blanket using this granny square, creating garments or anything that can be made combining multiple squares. It’s a great substitute for the Classic Granny Square.
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Daisy Granny Square
This amazing step-by-step tutorial will teach you how to crochet a daisy granny square. It is good for any level of crochet experience, even if you are a beginner. The daisy granny square is a beautiful alternative to the classic granny square and great if you like everything related to granny squares.
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Solid Granny Square
If you want less gaps in your granny square pattern, then the Solid Granny Square may be a good fit. Simply swap the crochet chain stitches or chain spaces along the sides for double crochet stitches and your granny square will be more filled in. It’s a small twist to the classic granny square and a great fit for all types of projects and garments.
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Leaf Clover Crochet Granny Square
The Leaf Clover Crochet Granny Square is a crochet square you’re going to love. The granny square is made up of only 3 rounds and makes a beautiful 4 petal flower or Leaf Clover. It’s a great substitute for the Classic Granny Square. The square itself is versatile & can be used in a lot of different patterns. Such as making a whole blanket using this square, creating garments or anything that can be made combining multiple squares.
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Heart Granny Square
Looking to crochet a heart granny square? You’re in luck, because you have found a great step-by-step heart granny square tutorial. In this tutorial you will learn how to crochet a heart granny square. This granny square is perfect if you want an alternative to the classic granny square and simply love everything related to granny squares.
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Skull Granny Square
If you or anyone you know loves skulls, then this granny square is for you! It’s subtle yet clear design adds to any garment or crochet bag. This skull granny square is also a fun Halloween themed alternative to the classic granny square and great if you like everything related to granny squares.
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Star Granny Square
The Star Granny Square will brighten up any crochet project and is a must-have if you enjoy granny squares. These are great for using up leftover yarn. And this tutorial is easy to follow and suitable for any crocheter, even beginners.
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Flower Granny Squares
Over 70% of crocheters say that crocheting brings them a sense of calm, and as you delve into the world of flower granny squares, you’ll soon understand why. These intricate granny squares offer you a canvas to meld tradition with modern flair, creating something truly innovative. You’ll find your niche within the loops and chains, crafting designs that resonate with your forward-thinking spirit. With each petal and leaf you crochet, you’re defying the ordinary, turning simple yarn into avant-garde art. So grab your hook and let’s twist the classic granny square into a garden of creativity that’s all your own. Granny Square Shapes
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Triangle Granny Square
Looking to crochet a triangle granny square? This is the place to be, because you have found a great step-by-step triangle granny square tutorial. In this tutorial you will learn how to crochet a triangle granny square. This triangle granny square pattern is perfect if you need an alternative shape to the classic granny square and enjoy anything related to granny squares. - 29
Pentagon Granny Square
This pentagon granny square pattern is perfect if you need an alternative shape to the traditional granny square and enjoy everything related to granny squares. Learn how with this detailed step-by-step pentagon granny square tutorial and you will be crocheting the pentagon granny square in no time!
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Hexagon Granny Square
The Hexagon Granny Square compliments any crochet pattern and can be used with a variety of colors and designs. It’s not that different from the regular granny square, the only difference is that you have 2 extra corner spaces. The hexagon granny square starts out with just 2 double crochet stitches in each cluster on round 1, but then increases to three.
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African Flower Hexagon
Want to make the crochet African flower hexagon? You’re in the right place, because this a great step-by-step crochet African flower tutorial. In this tutorial you will learn how to crochet the African Flower Hexagon. This alternative granny square hexagon is a great different choice than the traditional granny square and perfect if you enjoy anything granny squares. - 32
Octagon Granny Square
The unique Octagon Granny Square is an amazing variation of the classic granny square. When you start to crochet the octagon granny, the first two rounds are the same as the original. But on round 3 you will start shaping it by creating more corners. By round 5 you have the octagon shape and you can continue adding rounds until your desired size.
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Rectangle Granny Square
The Rectangle Granny Square is a great project for crocheters at all levels, even beginners. This free crochet tutorial shows you how to crochet this rectangle shaped granny step-by-step with a written pattern. It’s not that different than the square granny square, however you start with the number of chains you need in the center, then work outwards.
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Granny Heart
Want to crochet a granny heart? You’re in luck, because this a great step-by-step granny heart tutorial. In this tutorial you will learn how to crochet a granny heart. This granny square shape is perfect if you want to make something different the traditional granny square and simply enjoy anything related to granny squares.
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Granny Star
Discover the fun of granny square shapes with a bright, colorful Crochet Granny Star Pattern! This detailed tutorial walks you through the process of how to crochet a granny star. 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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Granny Circle
If you enjoy granny squares, then you are going to want to try this crochet Granny Circle shape. It’s a nice alternative to the traditional granny square and is just as fun to make. In this crochet tutorial you will learn the formula on how to increase the number of double crochet clusters each round to crochet a flat granny square circle. You can choose to add a new color each round or make it as a solid-colored granny circle.
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Crochet Granny Square
This beginner-friendly granny square tutorial breaks the stitch pattern down step by step, making it easy to learn the classic motif from the very first round. If you’re looking for simple square crochet patterns to use in blankets, bags, or other modular projects, this is a great place to start. - 38
Crochet Granny Stripe Square
This easy granny stripe square is a great starting point if you want a classic granny square with a fresh striped look. Sized at 4 x 4 inches and beginner-friendly, it works well for blankets, bags, and other simple crochet motifs. - 39
Crochet Circle Square Granny Square
This circle-to-square granny square gives the classic motif a fresh, modern twist, making it a great pick for easy granny square crochet projects. It’s simple enough for beginners and works beautifully as a building block for blankets, bags, pillows, and other colorful makes. - 40
Crochet Blooming Square Pattern
This blooming flower granny square brings a fresh twist to easy crochet squares, with a simple floral center that works beautifully for blankets, bags, and other join-as-you-go projects. It’s a beginner-friendly square pattern that adds a soft, pretty touch without making the stitching feel complicated. - 41
Mushroom Grannies pattern
These mushroom granny squares bring a playful twist to classic granny square crochet, with an easy modular shape that’s great for blankets, bags, and other scrap yarn projects. Their simple construction makes them a fun choice for anyone looking for beginner-friendly square motifs with a whimsical cottagecore feel. - 42
17 Butterfly Garden Square pattern
The Butterfly Garden Square brings a pretty twist to easy granny square crochet, with eyelet lace motifs and a classic in-the-round construction that works beautifully as a 12-inch afghan block. Made in aran-weight yarn, it’s a lovely choice for blankets, sampler throws, or any project that calls for a square with a little extra charm. - 43
African Flower Hexagon pattern
This African Flower Hexagon adds a fresh twist to easy granny square crochet patterns, with a floral motif worked into a six-sided block that’s great for blankets, cushions, or modular makes. Its simple motif-based construction and photo tutorial make it a friendly choice when you want a pretty hexagon that still feels beginner approachable. - 44
Casablanca Crochet Square
The Casablanca Crochet Square adds elegant texture to easy granny square projects with its overlay crochet detail and polished finish. At 12 inches, this afghan square is a lovely choice for blankets, throws, or even a pair of joined squares for a decorative pillow with a refined look. - 45
Grandma’s Heart Square pattern
Grandma’s Heart Square adds a sweet twist to easy granny square crochet patterns with a simple heart motif worked into an afghan block. It’s a fun choice for blankets, pillows, or other square-based projects when you want a classic granny square look with a little extra charm. - 46
Raised Square Crochet Blanket Motif Pattern
This raised square motif is a quick, easy granny square-style project that works up fast and can be made in any size you need. Use it as a single crochet coaster or potholder, or keep adding rounds and join several together for a pretty square blanket with a simple, versatile look. - 47
Crochet Motif Plain Granny Square
This plain granny square is a simple, classic starting point for easy granny square crochet patterns, with the familiar motif made in a straightforward way that’s great for beginners. Its clean, versatile design makes it easy to use for blankets, bags, pillows, and all kinds of granny square projects. - 48
Crochet Flower Granny Square Pattern
This flower granny square adds a pretty floral touch to easy granny square crochet projects, and it looks lovely in one color or with a two-tone bloom. With the video tutorial to guide you, it’s a simple way to build a charming square for blankets, bags, or other scrap yarn makes. - 49
Vintage Lily Square pattern
The Vintage Lily Square brings a fresh twist to easy granny square crochet with its playful, round-by-round design and floral feel. Worked in sport-weight yarn, it’s a fun afghan block for blankets, bags, or any project where you want a pretty square with a little personality. - 50
Spiral Granny Square
This spiral granny square puts a fresh twist on a classic motif, making it a fun choice if you want easy granny square crochet patterns with a little extra movement and texture. It’s a simple square to work up and a great building block for blankets, bags, cushions, and other colorful crochet projects. - 51
Double Crochet Square Pattern
This double crochet granny square is a simple, beginner-friendly way to practice a classic motif with just one stitch. If you’re looking for an easy square pattern, a basic crochet block, or a quick project to build your skills, this written tutorial and video lesson make it easy to follow along.
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Free Granny Square Crochet Patterns Summary
All the patterns on this page are fun and easy ways to implement some granny squares to your crochet projects!
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