This Not Quite Solid Granny Square is a lovely small motif that could be used in all kinds of projects: bags, cardigans, vests, scarves, pillows, blankets, cushions and more….
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, the clear and easy to follow instructions will guide you through the steps to a gorgeous granny square.
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Materials:
Yarn scraps or other yarn of your choice (sample was made with Lion Brand 24/7 100% cotton)
G/4.00 hook or specific to yarn
Size: 4”
Abbreviations: (US terms)
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
Dc – double crochet
Dc cluster = 3 dc
Sl st – slip stitch
Notes:
- Ch 3 counts as a dc.
- At end of rounds, join with sl st to ch 3 or indicated st.
- Count stitches at end of each round.
- Square size will depend on yarn and hook size.
Instructions
ch 5 and join with sl st to form ring.
Round 1: sl st in ring, ch 3, 2 dc, ch1, *3 dc, ch 1 in ring, repeat from * 2 times, join, Fasten off. (4 dc clusters and 4 ch-1 spaces)
Round 2: Attach new color in any ch-1 space, ch 3, (2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in same ch-1 space, (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in each ch-1 space around, join. Fasten off. (8 dc clusters, 4 ch-1 spaces)
Round 3: Attach new color in any corner ch-1 space, ch 3, 1 dc, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch-1 space, 1 dc in each dc, *(2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc,) in corner ch-1space, 1 dc in each dc, repeat from* around, join. Fasten off. (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc in each corner, 6 dc on each side )
Round 4: Attach new color in any corner ch-1 space with sc, 2 sc in corner, *sc in each st to corner, 3 sc in corner, repeat from * around, join with sl st to sc. Fasten off. (52)
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