31 Unique Crochet Granny Square Patterns

Learn how to crochet a classic square with the turning method. It produces a neater-looking square while maintaining its shape. This way, the finished project will look identical on both the right side and the wrong side.

A crochet blanket feels less intimidating than committing to an entire afghan because you can pick up the project anywhere or anytime you like. The tutorial includes a guide to various color combinations and how to join granny squares.

This granny square circle is the easiest way to dive into new square variations as it has a similar technique to the regular granny square patterns. Join them and make a pillow once you have enough crochet squares!

Smiling makes people happy, and making this Crochet Smiley Face Pattern will fill your day with lots of dopamine. Be it a stand-alone granny square for a small crochet project or join a few granny squares to make a bigger crochet craft.

This is such a stunning textured square pattern. Puff stitches are typically used in part of a sunburst granny square pattern. In this case, this stitch pattern is used throughout the project, making the finished piece look fluffy.

Like a classic granny square, you will be working on placing a dc cluster into each chain space. This pattern has a video tutorial to better help you understand the design.

Transform this vintage-looking square into a table runner or cushion cover. They can also be turned into a hexagonal shape (See the hexagon version below).

What an elegantly textured square! It’s a fun pattern to make romantic gifts for Mother’s day, International Women’s Day, Valentine’s day, or even for your girlfriends’ birthdays.

Spice up a trendy accessory with this daisy square pattern. The 3D flower motif makes an exciting twist to the classic granny square. This free pattern includes different sizing instructions.

This four-leaf flower granny square design is inspired by Orla Kiely’s flower print collection. Depending on the style you’re going for, you can use a different color for the flower's center or the petals.

Apart from the basic stitches, you’ll be working with the popcorn stitch and double crochet 3 together. Using a single color for this square design will look as good as the multicolored ones since it has such a beautiful texture.

Here’s a more complex flower granny square for avid crocheters. Make one and frame it up as wall decor or make a beautiful blanket.

Here’s a more complex square design that combines some simple stitches, front and back posts stitches, and the playful popcorn stitch! It might be a challenging pattern for beginners, but the tutorial has detailed photo instructions, so don’t be afraid to try.

This is the most common way to crochet a solid granny square- with open corners. With such a minimalist texture, you can create them in different shades of one color and combine them into a simple granny hand towel or table runner.

You might want a square block with little to no gaps if you’re tackling a crochet project like a baby blanket or winter garments. Unlike a traditional granny square that requires you to work into a corner space, you will eliminate that step for this pattern.

A mitered square is worked from one corner to the other. This is one of those crochet granny square patterns that will look incredible if made with self-stripping or variegated yarn. Joined together, you can make a visually appealing solid granny square blanket.

With the large gaps and double crochet clusters, this specific crochet heart pattern is constructed to be like a classic granny (in a heart shape).

In addition to double crochets, this pattern also uses half double crochets to form a heart. By doing so, you’ll be able to create a more solid shape in the center.

You’ll notice that, unlike a crochet square, you will not be working double crochet clusters for this pattern. There’s also the solid hexagon granny if you prefer a firmer-looking crochet motif. Joined together, you’ll get an interesting honeycomb-like texture.

This is a straightforward pattern for those learning to crochet a hexagon for the first time. It’ll be easier for those who already know how to crochet a square, as it uses the same stitches. The only difference is that the hexagon pattern is finished with a 6-sided geometric shape.

You might wonder, didn’t I see an African flower square pattern earlier? Yes! They are a very versatile project that can be turned into a hexagon or a square block. Similarly, they can be joined into a larger project for pillow covers, garments, and more.

Color and texture go hand in hand in crochet, and this pattern is the perfect example. It uses worsted-weight yarn, so it's incredibly fluffy, but it also works with any other type of yarn. If you prefer, you can try out a similar square pattern.

Crochet tops have risen in popularity over the years. This halter top pattern is written with a kid’s size in mind, but you may add a few more rounds or crochet larger squares to make it fit an adult.

Create this adorable motif as part of a granny square baby blanket project! This tutorial includes links to more animal-themed crochet squares for you to choose from.

Love the elegant and light texture of this crochet granny. It’ll make a great summer project for crochet garments or throws.

Now that’s an interesting square project to experiment with. Who could resist vibrant crochet granny square patterns? The beautiful texture and fun color combinations are what make this piece unique.

This project is for those who are more familiar with crochet stitches. The individual crochet squares are larger than the regular ones. So if you prefer a smaller afghan, you can make fewer squares!

This playful square block might increase your appetite. The little pepperonis are too adorable to handle. Considering the shape of the pizza, this is a granny square circle turned into a square!

What a sophisticated piece of square design. Be it a wall hanging, crochet afghan, seat cushion, or tablecloth, and it gives off this Victorian vibe that will look great for any minimalistic interior.

This is an excellent project for beginner crocheters to improve their skill level. And no, you wouldn’t need to cut the yarn and attach a new color for the spirals if that’s what you’re worried about.

Continue to be intrigued by creative granny square patterns. Imagine sipping your drink by the poolside and having this delicious and refreshing-looking crochet square block as a coaster. We think they’d look lovely as a crochet summer top too.