There is something about a classic granny square that never goes out of style. Whether you grew up watching a grandmother work them up in front of the television, or you discovered them scrolling through your crochet feed one late night, the traditional granny square has a way of feeling both nostalgic and endlessly fresh at the same time. That is exactly what inspired Granny Square Made Easy.
What Makes Crochet Granny Square Made Easy Special
Crochet Granny Square Made Easy is my take on the timeless classic — the kind of square that belongs in every crocheter’s repertoire. It uses basic stitches you already know and love, making it perfect for beginners just finding their rhythm with crochet, while still satisfying and enjoyable for more experienced makers.
The construction follows the traditional center-out granny square method, working in joined rounds from the center outward. Each round builds beautifully on the last, and before you know it, you have a perfectly square, perfectly tidy finished block ready to join with others or use on its own.
What I love most about this pattern is how versatile it is. Use up your stash with a scrappy, multi-colored version for a classic patchwork look, or work the whole square in a single color for something sleek and modern. Either way, Crochet Granny Square Made Easy delivers that satisfying, rhythmic crochet experience that keeps you coming back for just one more square.
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What You’ll Need
- Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (or your preferred weight — just adjust your hook accordingly)
- Armour Hook: 5.5 mm
- Notions: Yarn needle, scissors
- Skill Level: Beginner-friendly
The pattern uses only chain, slip stitch, double crochet, and chain spaces — so if you know those stitches, you are ready to go!
Get the Pattern FREE on June 15th
Here is the exciting part: as part of the Granny Square Month Blog Hop, Granny Square Made Easy is completely FREE today only — June 15th, 2026!
To get the Crochet Granny Square Made Easy, head to the Granny Square Month Blog Hop for directions on how to download the pattern at no cost. This is a one-day-only offer, so don’t miss it!
If you are reading this after June 15th, don’t worry — the pattern is still available for purchase at Granny Square Month CAL + Bundle
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Skill Level
Easy
Materials
Caron Simply Soft 100% Acrylic yarn 315 yds (288 m), 6 oz (170 g) in Off White 65 yds (60 m) used
Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-pilling yarn 185 yds (170 m), 3.5 oz (100 g) in Red Heather 88 yds (81 m) used
Armour hook size 5.5 mm
Tapestry needle
Tape measure
Gauge
12 sts x 6 rows of dc 4” x 4” (10 cm x 10 cm)
Finished Size
8” x 8”
Abbreviations
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
Hdc – half double crochet
Dc – double crochet
St(s) – stitch(es)
Sl st -slip stitch
Sk – skip
Bpsc – back post single crochet
Ch-sp -chain space
Rep – repeat
V-st – (dc, ch 3, dc) in same st
Shell 1 (sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc) in same ch-sp
Shell 2 – (sc, hdc, 5dc, hdc, sc) in same ch-sp
Shell 3 – (sc hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc) in same ch-sp
Notes
The pattern is written using US Standard Terms
Ch 3 at the beginning of the round counts as a stitch
Ch 1 at the beginning og the round does not count as a stitch
Pattern Instructions – Crochet Granny Square Made Easy
Using Color A, ch 8, join
Round 1: ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2), dc in next ch, * ch 2, dc in next ch, rep from * to end, join (8 dc, 16 chs)
Change to Color B
Round 2: ch 1, * make shell 1 in next ch-2 sp, bpsc in next st, rep from * to end, join (8 shell 1)
Round 3: * ch 4, sk shell 1, dc in bpsc st, rep from * to end, join (8 chs, 8 sts)
Round 4: ch 1, * make shell 2 in next ch-4 sp, bpsc in next st, rep from * to end, join (8 shell 2, 8 sts)
Round 5: * ch 4, sk shell 1, dc in bpsc st, rep from * to end, join (8 ch, 8 st)
Round 6: ch 1, * make shell 3 in next ch-4 sp, bpsc in next st, rep from * to end, join (8 shell 2)
Fasten off
Change to Color A
Round 7: sk the next 3 sts, attach yarn to the 4th st, ch 3 (counts as a dc), dc in next st, (* V-st in next st, dc each in next 2 sts, ch 2, sk next 9 sts, dc in next st, ch 2, sk next 9 sts *, dc each in next 2 sts) x 3, then rep from * to * join to next st.
Round 8: sl st in next 3 sts, sl st in ch-sp, ch 3, 2 dc in ch-sp, * ch 3, 3 dc in same ch-sp, ch 1, sk next 3 sts, 3 dc in next ch-sp, ch 1, sk next st, 3 dc in next ch-sp, ch 1, sk next 3 sts **, 3 dc in next ch-sp) x 3 then rep from * to **, join
Round 9: ch 3, 2 dc each in next 2 sts, * (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch-sp, ch 1, (dc each in next 3 sts, ch 1, sk ch-sp) x 3 **, dc each in next 3 sts, ch 1) x 3, then rep from * to **, join
Fasten of and weave in ends.
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