How to Crochet Beautiful Granny Square for Beginners

This video provides a detailed tutorial on crocheting a beautiful, multi-colored design, suitable for items like cushion covers or pillow covers. The designer uses four main colors, but a fifth color is also introduced later in the pattern.

• Materials Used

  • Yarn: Three-ply wool is preferred for this design.
  • Hook: 2.25 mm crochet hook.
  • Scissors: For cutting the yarn.
  • Colors: Four colors are initially used, but the final design incorporates five colors.

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• Starting the Base (First Color)

  • The process begins with creating a magic ring.
  • The first round involves a series of double crochets and chains, closing them together to form a distinct pattern.
  • The design emphasizes creating a specific number of these double crochet clusters with chain spaces in between.
  • After completing the first round, the yarn is secured and cut, preparing for the next color.

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• Adding the Second Color

  • The second color is introduced, and the work continues with specific stitches in the gaps created by the previous round.
  • This round involves making double crochets and chains, creating a consistent pattern around the base.
  • Once this round is complete, the yarn is again secured and cut.

• Introducing the Third Color (White)

  • White yarn is added to the design.
  • This round incorporates a pattern of double crochets closed together, followed by chains, and single chains for spacing.
  • The round continues with these stitches in the designated gaps.
  • Upon completion of the round, the white yarn is joined, and then more chains and double crochets are worked into the next gap.
  • This section forms a fan-like pattern in each gap, with a chain to connect to the next section.
  • The white round is completed and prepared for the next color.

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• Adding the Fourth Color (Yellow)

  • Yellow yarn is introduced, starting from a lower gap.
  • This round involves making half crochets over the previous stitches.
  • The entire round is worked in half crochets, giving a slight height to the design.
  • After finishing, the yellow yarn is cut.

• Introducing the Fifth Color (Turquoise) and Shaping the Corners

  • Turquoise yarn is added to the pattern.
  • This section involves creating the corners of the design using a combination of triple crochets, double crochets, single crochets, and half crochets.

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• • The corners are specifically formed by using triple crochets with chain spaces.
  • The round continues, forming the remaining corners in a similar manner.

• Final Round and Completion

  • The last round starts with chains and double crochets in the gaps.
  • This entire round is completed using double crochets, with the corners maintaining their specific double crochet and chain pattern.
  • The design is completed by joining the last stitch to the starting chain.

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• • The yarn is cut, and the finished design is showcased.

• Applications of the Design

  • The designer suggests making multiple pieces of this design to create items like:
    • Pouches
    • Handbags
    • Cushion covers
    • Pillow covers
  • The design is versatile and can be used in various places.

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