Willow Granny Square Pattern Free Tutorial

Granny squares have long been a beloved part of the crochet world, offering both beauty and versatility. Among the many styles, the Willow Granny Square stands out with its delicate petal-like design and elegant lace-like corners. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is perfect for creating beautiful afghans, cushions, shawls, and more.

With just a few simple stitches and your favorite yarn colors, you can create a stunning square motif that adds charm and sophistication to any project. The Willow Granny Square is not only enjoyable to make but also a perfect stash-busting pattern that you can return to time and time again.

In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step instructions to create your own Willow Granny Square using three different colors. Once you master the square, the creative possibilities are endless!

Willow Granny Square Pattern

🧶 Abbreviations (US Terms):

• ch – Chain

• st(s) – Stitch(es)

Skill Level: Easy

🌸 Instructions:

Round 1 (Color A):
Start with a magic ring (or ch4, sl st to the first ch to form a circle).
ch3 (counts as dc), pm in the 3rd ch if needed.
Work 15 dc into ring.
Join with a sl st to the 3rd ch. (16 dc sts)

Round 2 (Color A):
ch4 (counts as dc + ch1), pm in the 3rd ch,
[1 dc, ch1] in every st around.
Join with a sl st to the 3rd ch. Fasten off Color A. (16 dc + ch1 sps)

Round 3 (Color B):
Join Color B in any dc st.
ch3 (counts as dc), pm in 3rd ch, 2 dc in next ch1 sp,
[1 dc in dc, 2 dc in ch1 sp] repeat around.
Join with sl st to 3rd ch. (48 sts)

Round 4 (Color B):
ch1, sc in same st, pm on first sc,
[ch5, sl st to 5th ch, sk 2 sts, sc in next st, ch2, sk 2 sts, sc in next st, ch3, sk 2 sts**, sc in next st, ch2, sk 2 sts, sc in next st].
Repeat from [ ] around, ending last repeat at **.
Join with sl st to first sc.

Round 5 (Color B):
Sl st into next ch5 sp,
ch3 (counts as dc), pm in 3rd ch,
[4 dc, ch3, 5 dc] in same ch5 sp,
sc in ch2 sp, 5 dc in ch3 sp, sc in ch2 sp*
[5 dc, ch3, 5 dc] in next ch5 sp.
Repeat from * around, ending last repeat at **.
Join with sl st to 3rd ch. Fasten off Color B.

Round 6 (Color C):
Join to any ch3 corner sp.
ch1, [sc, ch3, sc] in same ch3 sp, pm on first sc,
ch5, dc in next sc, ch3, sk 2 dc, sc in next dc, ch3, sk 2 dc, dc in next sc, ch5*
[sc, ch3, sc] in next ch3 sp.
Repeat from * around, ending at **.
Join with sl st to first sc.

Round 7 (Color C):
Sl st into next ch3 sp,
ch3 (counts as dc), pm in 3rd ch,
[2 dc, ch2, 2 dc] in same ch3 sp,
5 dc in ch5 sp, 3 dc in each of next two ch3 sps,
5 dc in ch5 sp*
[3 dc, ch2, 3 dc] in next ch3 sp.
Repeat from * around, ending last repeat at **.
Join with sl st to 3rd ch.

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Round 8 (Color C):
ch1, sc in each st around (place marker in first sc),
working [2 sc, ch2, 2 sc] in each corner ch2 sp.
Join with sl st to first sc.

Round 9 (Color C):
ch1, sc in each st around (pm in first sc),
working 3 sc in each corner ch2 sp.
Join with sl st to first sc.

Diagram

✨ Finishing Touches:

Once you’ve completed your desired number of Willow Granny Squares, weave in any loose ends using a yarn needle and block your squares to shape them nicely.

Now comes the fun part – assembling! Stitch your squares together using your preferred joining method. These versatile motifs can be turned into:

• Cozy afghans

• Beautiful pillow covers

• Decorative wall hangings

• Bags and totes

• And more!

Let your imagination guide you and have fun creating something truly unique.

Ready to try this pattern?
Start hooking today and share your creations with fellow crocheters! The Willow Granny Square is not just a pattern – it’s a gateway to endless crochet inspiration.