Basic Granny Square - Free Crochet Pattern - The Purple Poncho (2024)

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What is the easiest granny square to make? ›

Easy Granny Squares for Beginners

A basic granny square can be created in just three rounds, using a few types of foundational stitches: chain, double crochet, and slip stitch. Use this tri-color granny square pattern to create a traditional square using granny clusters, which are made up of three double crochets each.

The reverse single crochet join method is the best way to connect granny squares when you want your join to stand out. It leaves a raised and textured line between the granny squares. Use the same hook that you used to crochet the granny squares.

A Granny Square is perfect for beginners, for multiple reasons: The motif is easy. The Classical Granny Square consists of chains, slip stitches and double crochets. All three stitches are basic crochet stitches that a beginner can make.

Each cluster has three 'posts' in it. Each corner has 2 chains, and on the straight parts of the edge, it has 1 chain. If you look at other granny square patterns sometimes the the chains in between will be different – some people use 3 at the corners – I like using 2 and 1 because it keeps it a bit tighter.

Most patterns for granny squares suggest a worsted weight yarn or thicker. These yarns will have suggested hook size anywhere from 5.5mm for worsted weight to 15mm for super bulky yarn. Remember, the thicker your yarn, the larger your squares will be.

If you are joining more than two squares together, you will work along in rows, making all the horizontal joins first, then all the vertical joins. So after joining the first two squares, simply move on to the next two.

The short answer is it totally depends. A 4-6 round granny square can be made in 10 minutes or less. Large granny square blankets might take 6-8 hours to make.

The short answer is that stitches, particularly the double crochet, naturally slant to the right. When working in rows, that slant is offset by turning at the end of each row.

Typical Blanket Sizes: A baby blanket (at 42” square), will require 49 granny square blocks (7 blocks by 7 blocks). A throw blanket (at 48” x 66”) will require 88 granny squares (8 blocks by 11 blocks). A king-sized bedspread (at 90” square) will require 225 granny square blocks (15 blocks by 15 blocks).

What is the easiest thing for a beginner to crochet? ›

What's the easiest crochet project to start with? Small square coasters or dishcloths allow you to practice and learn new stitches with a quick payoff. Simple scarves, baby blankets, and granny square throw blankets are also good choices.

The most common granny square projects are blankets, bags, scarves and cushions - but there's so much more you can do with these fun crochet squares! From jewellery to slippers, coats to curtains - once you can make a basic granny square there's a world of patterns for you to try!

A blanket for a full size bed is typically around 85” x 90”. To make this blanket, I would want about 14 columns and 15 rows of 6” granny squares. A fairly standard measurement for a queen size blanket is about 90” x 90”. For a granny square blanket of that size, I would use 15 columns and 15 rows of 6” squares.

To sew a poncho, you will need a piece of fleece fabric that is 2 1/4 yards or meters long for the adult poncho we are making. The width of fleece fabric is almost always 60 inches wide, so opt for this standard width.

You'll need 3 cakes for an adult size poncho, or approximately 1,770 yards. Yarns similar in fiber content and weight can be substituted. Chains (for chain spaces) are included in stitch count.