7 Easy Granny Squares Crochet Blanket Patterns
One of the things I learned as a beginner after learning the basic crochet stitches like single crochet and double crochet stitches was how to make granny squares.
I love making a granny squares crochet blanket because it’s granny squares on repeat and then following a granny square blanket pattern, and before you know it you have a blanket.
If we haven’t met, I’m Connie and I love crocheting simple projects like this classic granny square and passing along my favorite patterns, so you can make beautiful crochet projects too.
Here are some easy patterns for a Granny square crochet blanket. Let me know in the comments which one you decided to make. Ready to get started? Let’s Go!
Granny Square Bedspread
This is such a pretty pattern for making and adding it to a bed. This would make a great gift or for your own home decor.
Fall Granny Square Blanket
This is such a cute free pattern. We love all the patterns from Jo. You will love this in fall colors or use any colors you want.
Granny Square Crochet Blanket
Crochet Skill Levels: Beginner to Advanced
The provided pattern details the creation of a large sunburst granny square blanket using WeCrochet (Knit Picks) Wool of the Andes Worsted yarn and a 5mm hook. The final blanket size is approximately 48″x61″ inches.
The pattern includes comprehensive information such as yarn amounts, colors, and their positioning. It also features a stitch glossary, a printable PDF of the blanket graph, a full-color chart displaying all squares and their arrangement for precise replication, and detailed instructions for creating the large sunburst granny square.
Additionally, the pattern offers both written and video tutorials for the border, as well as video tutorials for the granny square and the continuous join as you go method.
The intention is to simplify the colorwork process and make it accessible for crafters to recreate the exact design.
Crochet Blanket Granny Square
Crochet Skills Levels: Beginner to Advanced
I created this pattern and absolutely loved it. It took me a minute to get in a good rhythm and everything to look uniform. Once I got the hang of this square project, it turned out beautiful. I used some deep tones and LOVE it.
Here’s a great description and details of it: The “Not Your Abuelita’s Blanket” pattern, provided in a PDF file, offers step-by-step instructions along with a crochet diagram and various color combinations.
With five available sizes, the pattern is suitable for beginners and employs standard American crochet terms.
The recommended yarn for this project is Bernat Blanket. The pattern provides a user-friendly guide for crafters to create the blanket in different sizes, making it accessible for a range of skill levels.
Crochet Granny Square Blanket
Crochet Skills Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Tyler made this blanket and here’s what he said, “the pattern was great! super easy to follow and understand. This was the first blanket I’ve ever made, but it was a piece of cake with this pattern!”
I think this pattern would make a gorgeous baby blanket. You could do it just like the photo or use more for a baby using a different color scheme.
Here are the details about this pattern:
The pattern guides you through creating a blanket using the classic sunburst granny square. It recommends WeCrochet Wool of the Andes Tweed yarn (worsted weight) and a 5mm hook, providing details on yarn amounts, colors, and their placement for easy colorwork.
The final blanket size is approximately 45 x 56 inches. The pattern includes yarn quantities, colors, a stitch glossary, a printable PDF of the blanket graph, and a full-color chart for precise replication.
It also features comprehensive written instructions for the classic sunburst granny square, along with a written and video tutorial for the border.
Video tutorials for both the granny square and the continuous join-as-you-go method are also provided, enhancing accessibility for crafters of different skill levels.
Crochet Daisy Granny Square
Crochet Skills Levels: Beginner to Advanced
This crochet pattern guides you through creating an adorable daisy granny square baby blanket, ideal for the spring season.
The finished dimensions are 32″ by 39″, and the skill level ranges from beginner to intermediate. The pattern is presented in standard US crochet terms, exclusively in English. The necessary materials, including links, are detailed in the pattern PDF and on ACraftyConcept.com.
You’ll need worsted weight yarn in Mustard, Ivory, and Sage, a 5.0mm crochet hook, scissors, a tapestry needle, and stitch markers or scrap yarn.
The recommended yarn, Yarn Bee Soft and Sleek from Hobby Lobby, is specified with quantities for each color: 5 skeins for the main color (1,160 yards), 3 skeins for the flower petals (696 yards), and 2 skeins for the center of the flowers (464 yards). Follow this pattern to create a charming and cozy baby blanket.
Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern
Crochet Skills Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Sue was gracious to make this throw blanket. Here’s her honest review: “Loved this pattern. So easy to follow and makes up fairly quickly”
This is on my list of patterns to make because I love the traditional granny square look, and it uses super easy stitches to follow. I love the colors she chose and may do the same or change it up to more daisy colors to my crochet granny squares for this beautiful blanket.
Here’s a great description for you to help you decide if this simple granny square blanket crochet pattern should be your next project.
Create a vibrant and stylish addition to any space with this blanket pattern. Perfect for those with a distinct taste, the design allows you to blend your favorite colors seamlessly.
Whether enhancing a dorm room, delighting a teen, or adding flair to a living room or bedroom, this blanket is versatile.
Measuring 61″ x 50″, it provides the perfect cozy nap companion. The pattern, written in easy-to-intermediate American crochet terms, features basic stitches in repeating patterns.
The required yarn includes 5-6 skeins of worsted weight yarn for squares and 2 skeins for the assembly and border.
A 5.5mm hook is recommended, and gauge is not crucial for this project. The pattern includes brand and color names for the pictured blanket, making it a delightful project for anyone with a penchant for style and comfort.
Granny Squares Crochet Blanket
Crochet Skills Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Lisa made this pattern and here’s her review of the pattern, “This was a fun pattern. Made mine a little bigger as I was making it for an adult. It turned out beautiful.”
I think this colour combo would be gorgeous for a little boys nursery. It’s the perfect colors for baby afghan blankets. I love that the designer says this is great for beginner crocheters.
She included a step-by-step tutorial so that makes it easy to follow. Remember also, if you don’t love all the colors, you can always do the blanket in a solid color.
Here’s a description of the granny square crochet blanket pattern:
Craft a cozy blanket with the provided pattern using Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick Super Bulky Yarn (106yds/170g) and a 9.00mm hook. The final blocked size is approximately 44″ x 44″ inches.
The pattern offers a hassle-free approach to colorwork by detailing yarn amounts, colors, and their precise placement. It includes a comprehensive set of features:
- – Yarn amounts/quantities.
- – Yarn colors/colour legends.
- – Stitch glossary.
- – Printable PDF of blanket graphs.
- – Full-color chart illustrating all squares and their positioning for exact replication.
- – Detailed written instructions for the large sunburst granny square.
- – Written and video tutorials for the border and tassels.
- – Video tutorials for both the granny square and the continuous join as you go method.
This pattern is designed to make the colorwork process seamless, providing crafters with the guidance they need to recreate the blanket with precision.
Easy Granny Square Crochet Blanket
Crochet Skills Levels: Beginner to Advanced
This uses a basic granny square pattern for the entire blanket and is such a great gift for people who love 3D art. I love what Louise says in her review:
“Very well written. Made for my son’s birthday on December 23 just finish definitely a labor of love. He wanted a gray Afghan so I used light medium and dark and an ivory. He only knows I was making him one but not that it was 3D.”
Can you imagine his face when he saw his unique granny square blanket? What a gift from his mom to him. Something he will treasure forever. I also love that she used different colours because he had specific tastes.
​Here’s a quick description of the pattern:
Craft a cozy fun granny blanket with the provided complete guide using Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick Super Bulky Yarn (106yds/170g) and a 9.00mm hook.
The final blocked size is approximately 44″ x 44″ inches. The pattern offers a hassle-free approach to colorwork by detailing yarn amounts, colors, and their precise placement. It includes a comprehensive set of features:
- – Yarn amounts/quantities.
- – Yarn colors/colour legends.
- – Stitch glossary.
- – Printable PDF of blanket graphs.
- – Full-color chart illustrating all squares and their positioning for exact replication.
- – Detailed written instructions for the large sunburst granny square.
- – Written and video tutorials for the border and tassels.
- – Video tutorials for both the basic granny squares and the continuous join as you go method.
I hope you found the perfect pattern to make your own granny squares crochet blanket. These are such a great way to add some beauty to your home as a lap blanket or for giving afghan crochet blankets as gifts.
Crocheted granny squares are the perfect project for beginners. These easy granny squares are so much fun to make even if this is your first granny square to make.
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