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If you're looking for a very beginner-friendly crochet granny square pattern that features repetitive and easy stitches, you've come to the right page! Here's the newly-designed Merry-Go-Round square, and I'm excited to share the written pattern and video tutorial for free with you!
This granny square is beginner-friendly and crocheted using only two stitches: single crochet (sc) and chain (ch)! It is an easy, repetitive pattern that you can mindlessly crochet without having to refer to written instructions after a few rounds.
Yarn
As a rule of thumb, thinner yarns and smaller hooks will produce smaller squares, while thicker yarns and larger hooks will produce larger squares.
This pattern produces a dense stitch without gaps between your stitches if you're using a small hook with your yarn. For instance, mine is made using medium weight 4 Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton yarn and a 2.75mm crochet hook.
It also looks great worked in plush yarn, such as this super bulky weight 6 Hobbii Toucan yarn with a 5mm crochet hook. My example below is the Plush Granny Square Chicken, made with two Merry-Go-Round squares!
You can also use a larger hook with thin yarn to create looser stitches if desired, which will result in a soft and airy fabric.
Colors
This square looks lovely in a solid color, as well as with multi-colored yarns like: variegated, self-striping, and ombre. You can also switch yarn colors every round (or every few rounds) to have controlled color changes.
Uses
Since this square can be made into any size, it's great for any porject that requires a granny square. Some ideas include:
- Bag, purse, or tote
- Cup coaster or mug rug
- Baby blanket or regular blanket
- Cardigan
- Vest
- Sweater
- Pillow cover
- Amigurumi made with squares
Here are some pattern ideas and inspiration from my blog:
Pattern versions available
This pattenr is available as a:
- Free video tutorial
- Free written pattern
- Paid ad-free PDF pattern with photo references
The PDF pattern is printable, ad-free, easy to read, includes photo references, and helps support Sweet Softies! (If you enjoy my free patterns, you can consider it as a donation to me when you buy one of my pattern PDFs! It allows me to maintain my blog and continue sharing more free patterns.)
MERRY-GO-ROUND GRANNY SQUARE
Free Crochet Pattern
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Crochet Pattern Information
Size:
Level of Difficulty:
★☆☆☆☆ Beginner. Requires familiarity with stitches used (below) and changing yarn colors if desired.Stitches/Terms Used:
- FO = fasten off
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
Materials:
- Any yarn (Recommended: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton yarn for clear stitch definition, Hobbii Toucan yarn for a plush look)
- Any size hook to go with your yarn (I use these)
- Scissors
Crochet Instructions
Notes (Read Before Beginning!):
- Scroll down for the step-by-step video tutorial
- This square is worked in a continuous spiral. The only time you join the round is at the end of the pattern.
- Switch the yarn colors every round, or as desired.
- Photo references are available in the printable PDF pattern.
Ready? Let's start!
R1: Ch 2. In 2nd ch from hook: (sc, ch 2) x 4.
R2: (In ch-2 sp: sc, ch 2, sc, ch) x 4.
R3: (In ch-2 sp: sc, ch 2, sc, ch. In ch-1 sp: sc, ch) x 4.
R4: (In ch-2 sp: sc, ch 2, sc, ch. In each of the next 2 ch-1 sp: sc, ch) x 4.
R5: (In ch-2 sp: sc, ch 2, sc, ch. In each of the next 3 ch-1 sp: sc, ch) x 4.
R6: (In ch-2 sp: sc, ch 2, sc, ch. In each of the next 4 ch-1 sp: sc, ch) x 4.
R7: (In ch-2 sp: sc, ch 2, sc, ch. In each of the next 5 ch-1 sp: sc, ch) x 4.
R8: (In ch-2 sp: sc, ch 2, sc, ch. In each of the next 6 ch-1 sp: sc, ch) x 4.
R9: (In ch-2 sp: sc, ch 2, sc, ch. In each of the next 7 ch-1 sp: sc, ch) x 4.
R10: (In ch-2 sp: sc, ch 2, sc, ch. In each of the next 8 ch-1 sp: sc, ch) x 4.
Note: To continue making the square larger, repeat the following instructions until reaching the desired size:
- In each ch-2 sp: sc, ch 2, sc, ch
- In each ch-1 sp: sc, ch
Lastly, fasten off.
Congratulations on finishing!
Video Tutorial
Ready to crochet this project with me? Follow the step-by-step video tutorial below!
Want to share your finished square? I'd love to see it on Instagram, @SweetSofties!
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