Make a Granny Square Crochet Tutorial

About This Project

The granny square is a classic crochet motif used in countless projects. In this tutorial, we'll walk through the steps to make a simple granny square, which can be joined together to make blankets, scarves, and more!

Granny Square Example

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Start with a Slip Knot: Begin by making a slip knot and chain 4 stitches.
  2. Form a Ring: Join the chain to form a loop by slst (slip stitch) into the first chain.
  3. Round 1 - Corner Stitch: Chain 3 (this counts as your first double crochet), then crochet 2 more double crochets into the ring. This makes your first corner. Repeat for four corners, joining with a slip stitch to the top of the first chain-3.
  4. Round 2 - Expanding the Square: In this round, you'll create a corner for each side. Each side should have three double crochets, followed by a chain 2 for the corner.
  5. Repeat Rounds: Continue adding rounds, keeping the same number of stitches along each side and the same corner stitch. You can change colors at the end of any round to create a multi-colored square.

Video Tutorial

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