35 Granny Square Free Crochet Patterns to Make

Looking for some granny square free crochet patterns? There are all kinds of different crochet patterns and granny squares for you to try.

Are granny squares hard to make? No, they are a great crochet project to try after you have learned the basic crochet stitches, single, double, and chain stitch.

Granny Square Tutorial

Classic granny squares use the double crochet stitch, which is an easy basic stitch. There is a video link below on how to make a granny square, as well as, beginner written tutorials.

There are many different variation of the crochet granny square block. I have shared a bunch of different blocks at the bottom of the post, as well as, more free crochet granny square patterns.

There are sweaters, blankets, ottomans, and more crochet patterns to try. Learn how to make the basic granny square and then create some of these colorful crochet projects.

How do You Crochet a Granny Square for Beginners?

• How to Crochet a Granny Square for Beginners – Video
• Basics of Crochet Granny Squares Written Tutorial
• How to Make a Classic Crocheted Granny Square

How many crochet granny squares does it take to make a blanket? It would depend on what size of square you want to start with. I made 5 inch squares to make a small 30 in x 30 in baby blanket. I would need approximately 36 crocheted granny squares.

You count how many crochet granny squares you need in a row (6 squares to make 30 in using 5 in square). Then count how many rows you need ( 6 rows of 5 in squares.) Then multiple the numbers to get how many crochet granny squares.

Basic Granny Square Patterns

Basic Crochet Granny Square Pattern – Free Easy DIY Tutorial

Learn how to make this easy beginner crochet pattern using double crochet stitches and chain stitches. There are lots of different versions of the crochet granny square pattern plus lots of pattern using them.

Basic Easy Crochet Granny Square Pattern Video – Right-Handed

Free Easy Basic Crochet Granny Square How to Video – Left-Handed

Solid Granny Square Crochet Pattern for Beginners

Learn how to make a solid crocheted granny square, one with less holes than the original pattern. Here is a solid granny square with no gaps.

Solid Granny Square Video How to Tutorial – Right-Handed

Free Crochet Granny Square Video Tutorial – Left-Handed

Granny Square Free Crochet Patterns

1. Cardigan Crochet Granny Square Pattern Free

Take what you have learned about making crocheted granny squares and make a colorful sweater. This crochet blog has a lot of different ways to use granny squares, such as, granny square baskets and crochet granny square dishcloths.

2. Springtime Granny Square Crochet Pattern

This colorful crochet granny square block pattern looks like a flower. It would make a great crocheted springtime blanket.

3. Granny Square Blanket

Try a large crocheted granny square blanket pattern. In this crochet pattern you make a one large granny square instead of a bunch of smaller ones.

4. Rainbow Puff Granny Square Pattern

Try this pretty rainbow puff granny square pattern. There are other versions too on this blog.

5. Sunflower Granny Square Pattern – Sunburst

Learn how to make this sunburst variation of a granny square with this pattern. You can turn it into a bag or blanket.

6. Granny Square Bag

Make a granny square tote bag with this colorful pattern.

7. Farmhouse Granny Square Blanket

Make this variation on a classic granny square. The blanket has a great modern look in a solid color.

Colorful Sunburst Granny Square Tutorial

Make a sunburst granny square with this free pattern.

Starburst Granny Square Bag

This bag uses 2 panels of the starburst granny square to make a cute bag. This bag will measure 7 in and have a long cross body strap.

Orange & Blue Diamond Bag

Try making your own granny square bag using this free pattern. I really like the combination of the orange and blue but you can make it in any color you want.

There is a diagram on how to place your squares to get the correct shape. The pattern has links to how to add a lining to your bag for a finished look.

The yarn used is a cotton DK category #3 yarn but there also worsted weight acrylic versions too.

Granny Square Handbag

You need 11 granny squares for this purse pattern. There is a layout picture to help you assemble you bag.

I love the soft color of the cotton yarn used. This yarn is Pima Cotton from Lion Brand.

You can find other granny square patterns on this blog like a granny square buck

Find 10 Free granny square crochet bag patterns to try.

More Granny Square Block Patterns

• 8. Circle in a Granny Square Pattern
• 9. Raindrops Square Pattern
• 10. How to Crochet a Granny Square for Beginners 
• 11. How to Crochet a Solid Granny Square – Video
• 12. Circle Granny Square
• 13. Two Color Granny Square Pattern
• 14. Granny Square Heart
• 15. Sunny Granny Square Pattern
• 16. Circle to Square Pattern
• 17. Garden Granny Square
• 18. Flower Square
• 19. Free Spiral Granny Square Pattern
• 20. Elloth Granny Square
• 21. Clover Granny Square Pattern
• 22. Ferris Granny Square
• 23. Mountain Wildflower Granny Square Crochet Pattern

More Granny Square Crochet Patterns

• 24. Free Ferris Wheel Shawl Granny Pattern
• 25. Granny Square Pillow Pattern
• 26. Blanket Cardigan Granny Square Pattern
• 27. Granny Square Bag Free Crochet Pattern
• 28. Free Simple Granny Square Blanket Pattern
• 29. Granny Square Dishcloth
• 30. Ottoman Granny Square Crochet Pattern
• 31. Basket Granny Square Free Crochet Pattern
• 32.Random Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern
• 33. How to Crochet a Granny Square Blanket
• 34. Dahlia Granny Square Blanket
• 35. Granny’s Baby Log Cabin Blanket

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