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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.
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Easy Crochet Triangle Granny Square
This triangle granny square pattern is a fun and easy crochet pattern, that’s perfect for even crochet beginners.
The triangle granny square isn’t the same as the half granny triangle or half granny square triangle that is essentially a regular granny square cut in half on the diagonal.
The triangle granny square on the other hand is made like a traditional granny square, from the center outwards with 3 corner clusters instead of 4.
The other difference from the regular granny square is the number of chain stitches between each dc cluster. To make it lay flat, a chain 2 space (ch-2 sp) is more common.
You can crochet them in a solid color or add a new yarn color each round for a multi-color look.
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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.
How To Crochet a Triangle Granny Square
Skill Level
Materials
- 4 colors of Yarn
Abbreviations
- beg = beginning
- ch = chain
- ch-space = open space made by chain(s)
- ch-2-sp = refers to chain or space previously made, with 2 ch
- ch-3-sp = refers to chain or space previously made, with 3 ch
- dc = double crochet
- rep = repeat
- sl st = slip stitch
- st = stitch(es)
Instructions
- Ch 3, counts as 1st double crochet + base chain.Round 1: dc 2 in 3rd ch from hook (base ch), *ch 3, 3 dc in base ch*, repeat from *to* once, ch 3, sl st in top ch from beg of round (=18 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 corner ch-3-sp, ch 3, dc 3 in same corner ch-3-sp, ch 2*, rep from *to* 2 times, sl st in 1st st (=33 st).
- Round 3: *dc 3 in next corner ch-3-sp, ch 3, dc 3 in same corner ch-3-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2*, rep from *to* 2 times, sl st in 1st st (=48 st).
- Round 4: *dc 3 in next corner ch-3-sp, ch 3, dc 3 in same corner ch-3-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2*, rep from *to* 2 times, sl st in 1st st (=63 st). If you want to make a bigger granny triangle continue increasing stitches each round, by working "3 dc + ch 2" into the extra chain space on each edge made on the previous round.
- 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 triangle granny square 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.
- You can swap the chains in the beginning for a magic ring/magic circle if you prefer that.
Triangle Granny Square Project Ideas
The granny triangle pattern can be used in all kinds of crochet projects that have a triangular shape, or you can join multiple crochet granny triangles to create other crochet creations.
Try assembling many for an unusual shaped triangle granny square blanket or make a big triangle granny square with a huge number of rounds to make a triangle shawl.
Crochet Patterns Using Triangle Granny Squares
Use the hexagon granny square you just learned in one of these crochet patterns featuring granny squares:
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, like with single crochet stitches (sc) or slip stitches. 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 As You Go Method
Mostly used for square crochet projects, where you crochet the final round of the granny squares at the same time as you join them together.
In the step by step tutorial you can find multiple ways to join them.
More Granny Square Shapes
Now that you have learned this granny square shape, you may want to explore a few more:
