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Learn my favorite way to make a modern, solid granny square. This step-by-step photo tutorial will show you the simple stitches you need to create beautiful granny squares.
Granny squares are such a versatile technique. You can make a classic granny square, or one of the hundreds of variations.
One of the most popular variations is the solid granny square. There are solid granny squares with open corners and solid granny squares with no gaps at all.
I’ve tried many patterns, but the following pattern is my favorite to make a solid granny squares with decorative spaces at the corners.
You might be familiar with one pattern that has the turning chain stitches running up the middle of one side. That’s a good way to do it, but I find the turning chain “seam” can be visually distracting.
Or, you may have tried the pattern that calls for a turning chain of 5, where 3ch counts as 1 dc and the other 2ch create the ch-2-sp. I like that pattern too, but I find that the one corner space ends up a little larger than the 3 other corner spaces.
So, I was so excited when a new (to me) solid granny square on Pinterest via Irishlace.net.
I like it because it puts the turning chain near the corner ch-2-sp, but not directly next to it. This way, the “seam” is disguised, and the 4 corner spaces are all the same size.
Don’t worry if you don’t like reading crochet charts, I’ve written out the pattern in plain terms below.
Solid Granny Square Pattern
Difficulty:Beginner/Easy
Gauge: Gauge isn’t critical to the success of this pattern. You can use any yarn weight you like, with the corresponding crochet hook size.
Finished Size:5″ square, if you use worsted weight yarn and a size H hook
Materials
Hook:H(5.0 mm)
Yarn:Worsted weight yarn (Category 4)
You’ll also need:
- yarn needle
- stitch markers, if desired
- ruler or tape measure, if desired
Terms and Abbreviations:
- st/sts: stitch/stitches
- ch:chain
- ch-2-sp: chain 2 space (which will be the corner space)
- dc:double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
Pattern Notes:
- This pattern is writtenin American terms.
- Chain stitches at the beginning of the rounds count as a stitch unless otherwise specified.
- I use 3 chain stitches for 1 double crochet stitch. If this is too loose for you, use ch 2 instead.
- To change the size of the granny square, add more rounds following the pattern.
Instructions
Foundation Ring: Chain 5 and join with sl st to make a ring. Or, use the magic ring technique.
Round 1:
- Chain 3. (This counts as a dc here and throughout the pattern.)
- Into the ring, work 1 dc. Ch 2.
- 3 dc. Ch 2. Repeat two more times for a total of three times.
- 1 dc, and join with sl st into the top of the starting chain. [12 sts, 4 ch-2 spaces]
- Sl st into the ch-2-sp (corner space)
Round 2:
- Chain 3. (This counts as 1 dc.)
- Into the ch-2-sp (aka the corner space), work: 1 dc, 2 ch, 2dc.
- Work 1 dc in each dc along the side, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in corner ch-2-space. Repeat for the next two sides.
- Dc in the dc on the last side. Make 1 dc into the sl st from the previous round. Make 1 dc into the next sl st from the previous round (the one that went into the corner space.) Join with a sl st to the top of the starting chain. [28 sts, 4 ch-2-spaces]
- Make one more sl st into the ch-2-sp (corner space)
Tip: If you are having a hard time getting the correct stitch count, make sure that you aren’t accidentally skipping the first dc stitch on each side. Sometimes this stitch can be hidden by the stitches made into the corner space. So, pull back the stitches made into the corner to find the first stitch on each side.
Tip: Work the last dc of the round here, into the slip stitch from the previous round.
Continue this pattern until the granny square is as large as you’d like.
Round 3: Repeat round 2 [44 sts, 4 ch-2-spaces]
Round 4: Repeat round 2 [60 sts, 4 ch-2-spaces]
Round 5: Repeat round 2 [76 sts, 4 ch-2-spaces]
Round 6: Repeat round 2 [92 sts, 4 ch-2-spaces]
Round 7: Repeat round 2 [108 sts, 4 ch-2-spaces]
To finish: When the granny square is as large as you’d like, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends. You can use the starting tail to close up the center hole, if one remains.
And there you go! Your solid granny square is complete.
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Seamless Solid Granny Square Pattern
Yield: 1
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Learn my favorite way to make a modern, solid granny square. This step-by-step photo tutorial will show you the simple stitches you need to create beautiful granny squares.
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn, or yarn of your choice
Tools
- Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook, or the appropriate hook to match your choice of yarn
- yarn needle
- stitch markers, if desired
- ruler or tape measure, if desired
Instructions
- Foundation Ring:Chain 5 and join with sl st to make a ring. Or, use themagic ring technique.
- Round 1: Ch 3. Into the ring, work 1 dc, ch 2. Into ring, work (3 dc, ch 2) three times. Work 1 dc, and join with sl st into the beginning chain. Sl st into the ch-2-sp [12 sts, 4 ch 2 spaces]
- Round 2: Ch 3. Work (1 dc, 2 ch, 2dc) in the next ch-2-sp. Make *1 dc in each dc along the side, make (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2-space. Repeat for the next two sides. Dc in the dc on the last side. Make 1 dc into each of the sl sts from the previous round. Sl st into the ch-2-sp. [28 sts, 4 ch-2-spaces]
Notes
- This pattern is writtenin American terms.
- Chain stitches at the beginning of the rounds count as a stitch unless otherwise specified.
- I use 3 chain stitches for 1 double crochet stitch. If this is too loose for you, use ch 2 instead.
- To change the size of the granny square, add more rounds following the pattern.
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As an expert in crochet and granny squares, I can provide you with information related to the concepts mentioned in this article. Let's dive into it!
Solid Granny Squares
A solid granny square is a variation of the classic granny square crochet pattern. It is called "solid" because it doesn't have any gaps or holes in the design. Solid granny squares are versatile and can be used to create various projects such as blankets, scarves, and bags.
Pattern for Solid Granny Squares
The article mentions a specific pattern for making solid granny squares with decorative spaces at the corners. Here is a step-by-step breakdown of the pattern:
- Difficulty: Beginner/Easy
- Gauge: Gauge is not critical for this pattern. You can use any yarn weight and corresponding crochet hook size.
- Finished Size: The finished size of the square is 5 inches if you use worsted weight yarn and a size H (5.0 mm) hook.
Materials:
- Hook: Size H (5.0 mm)
- Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (Category 4)
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers (if desired)
- Ruler or tape measure (if desired)
Terms and Abbreviations:
- st/sts: stitch/stitches
- ch: chain
- ch-2-sp: chain 2 space (corner space)
- dc: double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
Pattern Instructions:
- Foundation Ring: Chain 5 and join with a slip stitch to make a ring. Alternatively, you can use the magic ring technique.
- Round 1: Chain 3 (counts as a double crochet throughout the pattern). Into the ring, work 1 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet, chain 2. Repeat this sequence two more times. Work 1 double crochet and join with a slip stitch into the top of the starting chain. This round will have 12 stitches and 4 chain-2 spaces.
- Round 2: Chain 3. Into the chain-2 space (corner space), work 1 double crochet, 2 chain, 2 double crochet. Work 1 double crochet in each double crochet along the side. In the corner chain-2 space, work (2 double crochet, 2 chain, 2 double crochet). Repeat this sequence for the next two sides. Work 1 double crochet in the double crochet on the last side. Make 1 double crochet into each of the slip stitches from the previous round. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the starting chain. This round will have 28 stitches and 4 chain-2 spaces.
- Continue: Repeat Round 2 for subsequent rounds, increasing the stitch count by 16 stitches and maintaining 4 chain-2 spaces in each round. The article provides instructions for Rounds 3 to 7, but you can continue adding rounds until your solid granny square reaches the desired size.
- To Finish: When your solid granny square is the size you want, cut the yarn, fasten off, and weave in the ends. You can use the starting tail to close up the center hole if one remains.
Remember, this is just one pattern for making solid granny squares. There are many variations and patterns available, so feel free to explore and experiment with different designs.
I hope this information helps you create beautiful solid granny squares! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.
