Adding a floral touch to a classic granny square gives it a whole new level of charm and beauty! A crochet beautiful granny square with a flower in the center is perfect for making blankets, bags, cushions, or even stylish wearables. It’s a fun project that combines the timeless appeal of granny squares with the freshness of pretty crochet flowers.
🧶 Materials Needed
- Worsted weight or DK weight yarn in multiple colors
- Crochet hook (4.0 mm to 5.0 mm, depending on yarn)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
📘 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- CH – Chain
- SL ST – Slip Stitch
- SC – Single Crochet
- HDC – Half Double Crochet
- DC – Double Crochet
- TR – Treble Crochet
- ST – Stitch
🌸 How to Crochet the Flower Granny Square
Step 1: Flower Center
- Start with a magic ring.
- CH 1, work 8 SC into the ring. Pull tight and SL ST to the first SC to close.
Step 2: Flower Petals
- CH 3 (counts as first DC), work 2 DC into the same stitch, CH 2, SL ST in the same stitch (first petal made).
- SL ST into next ST, CH 3, 2 DC, CH 2, SL ST in same stitch – repeat around.
- You should have 8 petals. Fasten off and change color if desired.
Step 3: Square Formation
- Join new yarn in any CH-2 space between petals.
- CH 3 (counts as DC), 2 DC into the same space, CH 2, 3 DC into the same space (corner made).
- (CH 1, 3 DC into next CH-2 space, CH 1, 3 DC, CH 2, 3 DC into next CH-2 space) repeat around.
- SL ST to top of beginning CH 3.
Step 4: Build Up the Square
- Continue working rounds as needed by placing (3 DC, CH 2, 3 DC) in each corner space and (3 DC, CH 1) along each side space.
🎨 Color Combinations
- Use a different color for the flower center, petals, and background to make your square pop.
- Pastel shades create a soft, romantic look.
- Bold and bright colors bring energy and vibrance.
🪡 Tips for Success
- Keep your tension even, especially when working the flower petals.
- Use a slightly larger hook for a looser, softer square.
- Weave in ends neatly as you go to avoid a tangle of yarn later.
- Block your finished squares to help them lay flat and look neat.
🌟 Ways to Use Your Flower Granny Squares
- Join multiple squares for a gorgeous blanket or throw.
- Create a cute pillow cover.
- Make bags, totes, or even wearable garments like cardigans.
- Use one single square for a coaster or wall decor piece.
✨ Conclusion
Crocheting a beautiful granny square with a flower at the center is a joyful and creative project. It allows you to play with colors, textures, and patterns, resulting in something uniquely yours. Whether you make one or one hundred, these squares are bound to add a touch of handmade beauty wherever they are used.
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Happy Crocheting and Bloom Brightly! 🌼🧶
