NSAD Rewind: The Traditional Basic Granny Square :: Crochet Stitch #36

About This Stitch Pattern

The Traditional Basic Granny Square is a classic pattern is the foundation of millions of afghans that have been made throughout history. They are quick and easy to make and great for using small scraps of yarn. They can be used for everything from blankets, to scarves, to pillows, and even pants!

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Techniques Used in this Stitch

ch”]Chain
sl st”]Slip Stitch
sc”]Single Crochet
dc”]Double Crochet

Stitch Pattern Details

Skill Level

Easy

Row Repeat

Stitch Repeat

Ch 4, joined into ring

Stitch Pattern Instructions

Foundation Chain: Ch 4, join.

Round 1: Ch 3, 2 dc in the loop,* ch 2, 3 dc in the chain loop, complete 3 times total from*, ch 1, sc in beginning ch 3. This will put you at the center of your chain space.

Round 2: Ch 3, 2 dc in the same ch sp, *ch 1, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in next ch sp, Complete 3 times total from *. Ch 1, sc in beginning ch 3 to join.

Round 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in the same ch SP, *ch 1, 3 dc in next ch sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch sp, complete 3 times total from *. Ch 1, sc in beginning ch 3 to join.

Round 4 *Optional*: Ch 3, 2 dc in the same ch sp, *ch 1, 3 dc in next ch sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch sp, complete 3 times total from *. Ch 1, sc in beginning ch 3 to join.

Round 5 *Optional*: Ch 3, 2 dc in the same ch sp, *ch 1, 3 dc in next ch sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch sp, complete 3 times total from *. Ch 1, sc in beginning ch 3 to join.

You can continue enlarging the square as much as you want.

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos

Stitch Pattern Attributes

granny square | textured

NSAD Rewind: The Traditional Basic Granny Square :: Crochet Stitch #36

About This Stitch Pattern

[Video] Stitch Pattern Tutorial

Techniques Used in this Stitch