Basic Granny Square Crochet Tutorial For Beginners

Learn to Crochet a Granny Square for Beginners

Introduction

If you're a beginner crocheter, you'll definitely want to learn how to make a granny square. Granny squares are one of the most basic crochet stitches, and they can be used to create a wide variety of projects, from blankets and afghans to bags and scarves.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

Follow these step-by-step instructions to crochet a simple granny square:

1. Make a slip knot and slip it onto your crochet hook.
2. Chain 4 and join the ends with a slip stitch to form a ring.
3. Chain 3 and double crochet into the ring. Repeat this process 2 more times.
4. Chain 2 and slip stitch into the next stitch on the hook. This completes the round.
5. Chain 3 and double crochet into the first corner space. Repeat this process 3 more times.
6. Chain 2 and slip stitch into the same stitch as the chain 2.
7. Repeat rounds 5 and 6 until the square is the desired size.
8. Slip stitch into a corner space to join the last round and pull the yarn through to fasten off.

Congratulations! You've now crocheted a simple granny square. You can use this square to make a variety of projects, or you can join multiple squares together to create a larger piece.