What you’ll make
A 2–3 round classic granny square you can join into blankets, scarves, or bags. Practice even cluster height and consistent chain spaces.
Yarn & hook
- Worsted weight yarn (medium/4) in 1–3 colors
- Hook size H/5.0mm
- Scissors + yarn needle
- Stitch markers (optional)
Abbreviations (US terms)
- MR – Magic ring
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- dc – double crochet
- sp – space
Step-by-step (classic 3-dc cluster)
1
Magic ring
Make an MR, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc). Work 2 dc into ring — this is your first cluster — then ch 2 for the first corner.
2
Round 1
Work 3 dc, ch 2 — repeat until you have 4 clusters and 4 ch-2 corners. Sl st to top of ch-3 to join. Tighten the ring.
3
Round 2
Sl st to corner sp; ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc. Repeat corner clusters around; join with sl st.
4
Round 3 (optional)
Corners: 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc. Sides: 3 dc in each side space. Join neatly with sl st.
5
Color changes
Start a new color in any corner with a standing dc or ch-3. Weave ends in as you go for a tidy back.
Tips
- Keep corner chains consistent—usually ch-2.
- Match cluster height by pulling each dc to the same lift.
- Block the finished square lightly for crisp edges.
Troubleshooting
- Wavy square: Tension too loose → tighten or use smaller hook.
- Curled square: Tension too tight → relax or add a ch on side clusters.
- Messy joins: Try an invisible join or standing dc.