Pattern Description:
This pattern is rated as Beginner/Easy difficulty. The pattern teaches you how to crochet a solid granny square without the common gaps or holes. The technique involves eliminating chain spaces and using triple crochet stitches to form the corners, resulting in a dense, clean-looking square.
Materials:
- Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (Category 4) is recommended, but feel free to use any yarn weight.
- Hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook or a hook suitable for your yarn.
- Notions: Yarn needle for weaving in ends; optional: stitch markers and a ruler or tape measure.
Abbreviations (US Terms):
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- ch – chain
- dc – double crochet
- tr – triple crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- ch-sp – chain space (not used in this pattern, but listed for clarity)
Pattern Notes:
- The pattern is written in American crochet terms.
- The ch 4 at the beginning of each round counts as a triple crochet.
- If you find that the corners feel too loose with ch-4, you may try ch-3 instead for a snugger fit.
- There are no chain spaces between stitch groups or corners. This eliminates gaps and makes the square denser.
- Each round increases by 16 stitches: 4 corner triple crochets and 4 new double crochets per side.
Instructions for Making the Solid Granny Square Pattern (with no gaps!) Pattern:
Foundation Ring:
Start with ch 5, then join with a sl st to form a ring. Alternatively, use a magic ring if you prefer.
- Round 1:
- Ch 4 (counts as tr). Into the ring, work:
- 3 dc,
- then (1 tr, 3 dc) three times. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-4. Total stitches: 16 (4 tr for corners, 3 dc per side).
- Round 2:
- Ch 4. Work 2 dc into the same stitch (top of previous round’s ch-4). Dc in each dc along the first side. In the corner tr, work: (2 dc, 1 tr, 2 dc). Repeat this pattern on each side.
- At the final corner, work 2 dc in the same stitch as the beginning ch-4. Join with a sl st to the top of the starting ch-4.
- Total stitches: 32 (4 tr and 7 dc per side).
- Tip: The “same stitch” at the beginning is the 4th chain from the bottom of the previous round’s starting ch-4. Insert your hook under both top loops of that chain, not into a chain space.
Additional Rounds:
Repeat the pattern from Round 2, increasing the number of dc along the sides between corner stitches.
- Round 3: 4 tr (corners) + 11 dc per side = 48 stitches
- Round 4: 4 tr + 15 dc per side = 64 stitches
- Round 5: 4 tr + 19 dc per side = 80 stitches
You can keep increasing the square by continuing this pattern. Just remember: in each round, work dc in every dc and (2 dc, 1 tr, 2 dc) into each corner tr stitch.
To Finish:
When your granny square has reached your desired size, cut the yarn, fasten off, and use a yarn needle to weave in the ends. If there’s a small hole in the center, you can pull the starting tail gently to close it up and weave it securely.
This solid granny square is a great building block for endless projects, from colorful afghans to chic home decor. Try combining different colors per round for a modern twist while keeping the no-gap look!
Let your creativity flow, happy crocheting.
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