Granny Square Basic

Granny Square Basic Crochet Pattern

What Is Being Made

The Granny Square Basic is a classic crochet square design created by designer RaeLynn Endicott of Itchin' for some Stitchin'. This pattern produces the iconic granny square motif, a foundational crochet project suitable for beginners learning fundamental crochet techniques. Granny squares are versatile building blocks that can be assembled into blankets, afghans, garments, and other crochet projects.

Craft and Techniques

This is a crochet project designed for beginners with an easy skill level. The pattern teaches essential crochet foundational techniques including creating a slip-knot to begin work on the crochet hook. The pattern demonstrates multiple methods for starting the granny square, with the primary technique involving a chain stitch foundation followed by a slip stitch to create a loop. The instructions also reference the magic ring method as an alternative starting technique, offering flexibility for crocheters of different experience levels.

Stitches Used

The Granny Square Basic incorporates several fundamental crochet stitches:

• Chain stitch (ch) – Used to create the foundation loop by chaining 4 stitches
• Slip stitch (slp st) – Used to join the chain into a loop and for joining rounds
• Double crochet (dc) – A primary stitch used in constructing the square's pattern

Materials and Tools

This pattern is designed to work with aran weight yarn, also referred to as medium-worsted weight yarn. The designer recommends Caron Simply Soft yarn for its soft texture and shiny finish. A J/6.00 mm crochet hook is specified in the tutorial, with the designer noting use of a specialty hook by Nelswood. The pattern is flexible regarding yarn choice, allowing crocheters to select yarn of their preference while maintaining the appropriate weight category.

Pattern Format

This is a downloadable PDF pattern that includes both written instructions and visual components to guide the crocheter through each step of creating the granny square.