Crochet a beautiful popcorn flower granny square with 12 raised popcorn petals that create wonderful texture and dimension.
This free crochet pattern includes detailed step-by-step instructions and is suitable for crocheters looking to add a floral touch to blankets, bags, cushions, and other granny square projects.
This popcorn flower granny square features a raised 12-petal flower created with popcorn stitches and framed within a traditional square motif.
The textured petals add depth and dimension while keeping the square easy to combine with other crochet blocks of a similar size.
Table of contents
- Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Mix And Match Details
- Crochet Stitches And Skill Needed
- Skill Level
- What You Will Need
- Finished Size
- Stitches and Abbreviations Used - US Terms
- Pattern Notes
- How to Crochet a Popcorn Flower Granny Square: Step-by-Step Photo Tutorial
- Finishing
- Color Variations For This Popcorn Flower Granny square
- Best Projects For The Popcorn Flower Granny Square
- Popcorn Granny Square FAQs
- Related Guides
- Stay Connected
- Comments
Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Easy textured 12-petal flower design
- Uses basic crochet stitches
- Great for stash-busting projects
- Easy to customise with different colours
- Coordinates with other mix-and-match granny squares
- Suitable for blankets, bags, and home décor
Mix And Match Details
- Yarn weight: #3, with 12 WPI (wraps per inch)
- Hook size: 5mm (H/5)
- Finished size: 4.25 x 4.2This combination creates a gentle, romantic look that works well for blankets and home décor projects.5 inches (11 x 11 cm)
- Number of rounds: 4 with an optional 5th round
- Stitch count per side: 15 stitches (6 treble crochet, 6 double crochet, and 3 x chain 1) and chain 2 corners.
Find more 4 inch square designs in our 4" granny square pattern collection.
Crochet Stitches And Skill Needed
Before starting this 12 petal popcorn flower granny square pattern, you should be familiar with a few basic crochet stitches, including chain stitch (ch), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), treble stitch (tr), and slip stitch (sl st).
This flower granny square is suitable for adventurous beginners and experienced crocheters who are comfortable working in the round and following standard crochet abbreviations.
If you are new to textured crochet stitches, don't worry - the pattern includes guidance for the popcorn stitch and half double crochet 2 cluster stitch to create the flower petals.
Skill Level
Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate
This pattern is suitable for crocheters who are comfortable working in the round and using basic crochet stitches.
The popcorn stitches add texture to the flower petals but are explained within the pattern, making this a great project for adventurous beginners looking to expand their skills.
What You Will Need
Yarn
We used a #3 Light (light worsted, DK, 8ply) yarn weight, with 12 WPI (wraps per inch) in the following colors:
- Color A - amber
- Color B - olive
- Color C - white
- Color D - brown
Hook
- 5mm (H/5)
Note - You can use another yarn weight and use the hook size recommended on the yarn label.
Notions
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Finished Size
This granny square measures about 4.5 inches (11 cm) wide, unblocked, using the yarn weight and hook size mentioned above.
Stitches and Abbreviations Used - US Terms
- ch - chain
- hdc - half double crochet
- dc - double crochet
- tr - treble stitch
- col - color
- HDC2CL - half double crochet cluster stitch
- pc - popcorn stitch
- sl st - slip stitch
- st/sts - stitch/stitches
- sp/sps - space/spaces
- rnd - round
- rpt - repeat
- [ ] - at the end of a round, indicates the number of stitches in that round
Pattern Notes
- The pattern starts with a 3 chain foundation ring but you can also start it with a magic ring.
How to Crochet a Popcorn Flower Granny Square: Step-by-Step Photo Tutorial
Foundation - Chain 3, slip stitch into the 1st stitch to join.
Abbreviated version
Foundation, col A - ch3, sl st into 1st st to join.
Round One
Round 1 - Chain 4 (this counts as double crochet and chain 1), * 1 double crochet, chain 1, repeat from * 10 more times, slip stitch into the 3rd chain of the chain 4 made to join, cut yarn, fasten off. [There should be 12 double crochets, and 12 x chain 1 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 1 - ch4 (counts as dc and ch1), * 1dc, ch1, rpt from * 11 times, sl st into 3rd ch to join, cut yarn, fasten off. [12dc, 12 x ch-1 sps]
Round Two
Round 2, color B - Slip stitch color B into any chain 1 space.
Chain 2 and 1 half double crochet in same space (this counts as a 2 stitch half double crochet cluster), chain 2, then make * 2 stitch half double crochet cluster in the next chain 1 space, chain 2, repeat from * 10 more times, slip stitch into the top of 1st 2 stitch half double crochet cluster to join, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends.
[There should be 12 x 2 stitch half double crochet cluster stitches, and 12 x chain 2 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 2, col B - Sl st new col into any ch-1 sp, ch2 and 1hdc in same sp (this counts as 1st HDC2CL), ch2, *HDC2CL in next ch-1 sp, ch2, rpt from * 11 times, sl st into ch-2 sp to join, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends. [12 x HDC2CL, and 12 x ch-2 sps]
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Round Three
Round 3, color C - Slip stitch color C into any chain 2 space. Chain 3 (this counts as the 1st double crochet of the 1st popcorn stitch), popcorn in the same space as chain 3, chain 1, then * popcorn in the next chain 2 space, chain 1, repeat from * 10 more times, slip stitch into the back of the 1st popcorn stitch to join, cut yarn, fasten off.
[There should be 12 popcorn stitches, and 12 x chain 1 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 3, col C - Sl st new col into any ch-2 sp, ch3 (counts as 1st dc of 1st pc), pc in same sp as ch-3, ch1, * pc in next ch-2 sp, ch1, rpt from * 10 more times, sl st into back of 1st pc to join, cut yarn, fasten off. [12pc, 12 x ch-1 sps]
Round Four
Round 4 - Slip stitch color D into any chain 2 space. Chain 4 (this counts as a treble stitch), 2 treble in same space as chain 3, then * chain 1, (3 double crochet, chain 1) in the next two chain 2 spaces, (3 treble, chain 2, 3 treble) in the next chain 2 space, repeat from * 2 more times, chain1, (3 double crochet, chain 1) in the next two chain 2 spaces, chain 1, 3 treble in same space as the chain 4, chain 2, slip stitch into the top of the chain 4 to join, cut yarn, fasten off.
[You should have 24 treble stitches, 24 double crochet, 12 x chain 1 spaces, and 4 x chain 2 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 4, col D - Sl st new col into any ch-2 sp, ch4 (counts as tr), 2tr in same sp as ch-3, * ch1, (3dc, ch1) in next 2 ch-2 sps, (3tr, ch2, 3tr) in next ch-2 sp, rpt from * 2 more times, ch1, (3dc, ch1) in next 2 ch-2 sps, ch1, 3tr in same sp as ch-4, ch2, sl st into top of ch-4 to join, cut yarn, fasten off. [24tr, 24dc, 12 x ch-1 sps, 4 x ch-2 sps]
Optional Finishing Border
Rnd 5, col D - ch1 (not counted as a st), 1sc in same sp as ch-1, 1sc in next 2-sts, 1sc in ch-1 sp, 1sc in next 3-sts, 1sc in ch-1 sp, 1sc in next 3-sts, 1sc in ch-1 sp, 1sc in next 3-sts, * (2sc, ch1, 2sc) in ch 2-sp, 1sc in ch-1 sp, 1sc in next 3-sts, 1sc in ch-1 sp, 1sc in next 3-sts, 1sc in ch-1 sp, 1sc in next 3-sts,rpt from * 3 times, (2sc, ch1, 2sc) in ch-2 sp, sl st into 1st sc to join. [76sc, 4xch-1]
Finished size with round 5 - When adding the optional round the square is about 4.75 inches (12cm) square, with 19 stitches on each side and chain 1 corners.
Finishing
Use a yarn needle to weave in the loose ends and if necessary block the squares to ensure that they are of an even size and shape to make joining easier.
Color Variations For This Popcorn Flower Granny square
You can customize this Popcorn Flower Granny Square using any color combination you like. Below are four popular variations to help inspire your project.
Cottage Garden (Soft & Floral)
A soft, vintage-inspired palette that highlights the flower detail beautifully.
- Centre - Cream or soft white
- Flower petals - Dusty pink
- Background - Sage green
- Border - Light yellow
This combination creates a gentle, romantic look that works well for blankets and home décor projects.
Sunshine Bloom (Bright & Cheerful)
A bold, high-contrast colorway that makes the popcorn flower stand out.
- Centre - White
- Flower petals - Golden yellow
- Background - Soft coral
- Border - Light beige
Perfect for baby blankets, cheerful cushions, or summer-themed projects.
Coastal Breeze (Fresh & Calm)
A cool-toned palette inspired by the ocean.
- Centre - White
- Flower petals - Aqua
- Background - Soft sky blue
- Border - Navy or denim blue
This version creates a clean, modern look with strong stitch definition.
Autumn Harvest (Warm & Earthy)
A rich, seasonal colourway with a cozy feel.
- Centre - Cream
- Flower petals - Burnt orange
- Background - Mustard yellow
- Border - Chocolate brown
Ideal for seasonal throws, rustic décor, or stash-busting projects.
See all four colorways combined in our Four Seasons Crochet Scarf (coming soon).
Best Projects For The Popcorn Flower Granny Square
The textured popcorn petals make this square particularly suited to projects where the raised flower can be seen and appreciated. It works especially well in:
- Feature panels for blankets and afghans
- Cushion covers with a textured floral design
- Tote bags and market bags
- Decorative wall hangings
- Crochet cardigans and vests made from granny squares
For projects that receive a lot of wear, consider using a smooth acrylic or cotton blend yarn to help the popcorn stitches maintain their shape.
Popcorn Granny Square FAQs
A popcorn stitch is a textured crochet stitch made by working five double crochet stitches into the same space and then "popping" them together by joining the first and last stitch to create a raised, bobble-like effect.
Yes, this pattern is suitable for adventurous beginners. While it uses basic stitches like chain, double crochet, and slip stitch, it also introduces the popcorn stitch. Once you learn the technique, it becomes repetitive and easy to follow.
This usually happens if the stitches are pulled too tightly or the yarn is too stiff. Try loosening your tension slightly and ensuring you complete each part of the popcorn stitch fully before closing it.
Consistency comes from using the same yarn weight, hook size, and tension throughout. It also helps to measure each square after finishing and block them to shape before joining.
Yes. You can adjust the size by changing your yarn weight or hook size. A larger hook and thicker yarn will create a bigger square, while finer yarn will produce a smaller, more delicate motif.
Blocking is recommended. It helps open up the popcorn stitches, evens out the edges, and ensures all your squares match in size, especially when making blankets or garments.
Curling usually means your tension is too tight or your hook is too small. Ruffling can happen if too many stitches were added in a round or if your tension is too loose. Checking stitch counts in each round helps prevent this.
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