Pattern Description:

This tutorial offers a step-by-step guide to crocheting the classic granny square. It is designed for the intermediate beginner crocheter or higher and assumes familiarity with essential skills like magic loop, chaining, double crochet (dc), and slip stitch (sl st).

Granny squares are incredibly versatile, suitable for creating various items from dishcloths and blankets to clothing.

Materials Needed & Measurements:

To embark on creating the classic granny square, these materials are recommended:

Yarn: The pattern specifies using Caron Simply Soft yarn in the colors Robin’s Egg, Limelight, and Strawberry.
Hook: A 5.0 mm crochet hook is required for this pattern.
Notions: Essential notions include scissors and a yarn needle.
Measurements: Create multiple small squares to join into a blanket, or alternatively, make one giant square to achieve your desired blanket size.

Stitches & Abbreviations Used

The following abbreviations and their corresponding stitches are used throughout the pattern instructions, making it easier to follow:

ch – chain
dc – double crochet
sl st – slip stitch
sp – space
st – stitch

Instructions for Making the Classic Granny Square Pattern:

Follow these detailed instructions to crochet your classic granny square:

Round 1:

Begin by making a magic loop.
Chain 4 (this initial chain counts as your first double crochet and a chain 1).
Then, (3 dc, ch 1) and repeat this sequence two times.
Next, make 2 dc.
To join the round, use a sl st into the 3rd chain of your starting ch 4.
After joining, sl st into the next ch sp.
Cut your yarn and secure the end.

Round 2:

Start this round in any ch 1 corner space.
Attach your new color.
Chain 4 (this ch 4 counts as the last double crochet and a chain 1 of the round).
Make 3 dc in the same ch 1 sp where you started.
Now, you will repeat a sequence: (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in next ch 1 sp;. Repeat this sequence two times from the asterisk .
After the repeats, make 2 dc in the 1st corner sp (which is the one you started in).
Join the round by using a sl st into the 3rd chain of your starting ch 4.
Finally, sl st into the next corner ch 1 sp.
Cut your yarn and secure the end.