Learn how to crochet this circle center granny square with our easy tutorial. This square is simple to make and is great for blankets and pillows.
Below, you find out things like the stitches used in this pattern, as well as step-by-step written instructions (and photos) so you can learn how to crochet this granny square with a circle center.
Table of contents
- Mix And Match Details
- Crochet Stitches
- Tips For Making Granny Squares
- More Granny Squares With Circle Centers
- Skill Level
- What You Will Need
- Finished Size
- Stitches and Abbreviations Used - US Terms
- Pattern Notes
- Circle Center Granny Square Pattern Instructions
- Finishing
- Easy Ways To Join Granny Squares Together
- 4 Inch Squares
- Stay Connected
- Printable Pattern
- Circle Center Granny Square
- Learn To Crochet
- Comments
Mix And Match Details
- Yarn weight: #3 Light, with 12 WPI (wraps per inch)
- Hook size: 5mm (H/5)
- Finished size: 4.75 x 4.75 inches (12 x 12 cm)
- Number of rounds: 5
- Stitch count per side: 15 stitches and chain 2 corners
Explore other granny squares of similar sizes for potential pairings. You can search our collection of 4 inch granny squares for more options.
Crochet Stitches
You will need to know a few basic crochet stitches to make this circle center granny square pattern, such as chain stitch, half double crochet, double crochet and slip stitch.
Tips For Making Granny Squares
Tighten the starting ring - If you have used a magic circle to start the granny square, pull it tight to close the center, and securely weave in the end to ensure it does not work itself open in the future.
Be consistent with your tension - Having an even stitch tension will make the square look good, and the squares will be relatively consistent in size.
Count stitches - Regularly count your stitches to catch mistakes early.
Choose the right yarn - When learning to crochet, choose a smooth, medium-weight yarn it will be easier for you to identify stitches and easier to work with.
Block Your Squares - Block your finished squares for a neater, more professional look.
Weave in ends - Weave in yarn ends as you go to save time later.
Read patterns carefully - When crocheting a new granny square pattern for the first time, take your time and read the pattern before starting. This will help you become aware of any new stitches or terms you may need to know before starting the pattern.
Don't stress mistakes - Mistakes happen, don't be afraid to undo and redo a few stitches or rounds if they happen.
More Granny Squares With Circle Centers
If you like this easy granny square design you might also like this floral granny square pattern, this loopy flower center granny square, this circle to square granny square or this sunburst granny square.
Skill Level
This is an easy crochet granny circle for beginners who are familiar with basic crochet stitches.
What You Will Need
Yarn
We used a #3 Light (also known as light worsted, DK, or 8ply) yarn weight, with 12 WPI (wraps per inch) in the following colors:
- Color A - cream
- Color B - red
- Color C - crimson
- Color D - white
Hook
- We used a 5mm (H/5) hook
Note - you can use another yarn weight and use the hook size recommended on the yarn label.
Notions
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Finished Size
This is a granny square with a circle center is a medium-sized granny square that measures about 4.75 inches (12 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
- btw - between
- prev - previous
- sk - skip
- 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
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Pattern Notes
The foundation on this square is made with a chain 4 ring, however, the foundation can also be started with a magic ring
Circle Center Granny Square Pattern Instructions
Foundation, Color A - Chain 4, slip stitch into the 1st chain to join.
Abbreviated version
Foundation, color A - Ch4, sl st in 1st ch to join.
Round One
Round 1 - Chain 2 (this counts as double crochet), make 11 double crochets in the ring, sl st into chain 2 to join, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends.
[12 double crochets in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 1 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 11dc in ring, sl st into ch-2 to join, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends. [12dc]
Round Two
Round 2, color B - Slip stitch yarn into any space between the stitches of the previous round.
Chain 2 (this counts as double crochet), make 1 double crochet in the same space as chain 3, then make 2 double crochets in each space between the stitches, slip stitch into the top of chain 2 to join, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends.
[You should have 24 double crochets in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 2, color B - Sl st yarn into any sp btw the sts of prev rnd. Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in same sp as ch-3, 2dc in each sp btw sts, sl st into ch-2 to join, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends. [24dc]
Round Three
Round 3, color C - Slip stitch yarn into any space between the 2 double crochet stitches of the previous round.
Chain 2 (this counts as double crochet), make 2 double crochets in the same space as chain 3, * skip 2 double crochets then make 3 double crochets in the next space, repeat from * 10 more times, slip stitch into chain 2 to join, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends.
[You should have 36 double crochets in this round
Abbreviated version
Rnd 3, color C- Sl st yarn into any sp btw 2-dc of prev rnd. Ch2 (counts as dc), 2dc in same sp as ch-2, *sk 2-dc, 3dc in next sp, repeat from * 10 more times, sl st into ch-2 to join, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends. [36dc]
Round Four
Round 4, color D - Slip stitch yarn into any space between the 2 double crochet stitches of the previous round.
Chain 2 (this counts as double crochet), make 2 double crochets in the same space as chain 2, then make 3 half double crochets into each of the next 2 spaces, then make * (3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets) in the next space, then make 3 half double crochets into each of the next 2 spaces, repeat from * 2 more times, make 3 double crochets in the same space as the chain 3, make 1 half double crochet (counts as 2 chains) into the top of chain 2 to join.
[You should have 24 double crochets, 24 half double crochets, and 4 x chain 2 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 4, color D - Sl st into any sp btw 2-dc sts of prv rnd. Ch2 (counts as dc), 2dc in the same sp as ch-2, 3hdc into next 2 sps, * (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next sp, 3hdc in next 2 sps, rpt from * 2 more times, 3dc in same sp as ch-3, then 1hdc in top of ch-2 to join. [24dc, 24hdc, 4 x ch-2 sps]
Round Five
Round 5 - Chain 2 (counts as double crochet), 2 double crochets in the same space as chain 2, make 3 double crochets in the next 3 spaces, then * (3 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet) in the chain 2 space, make 3 double crochets in each of the next 3 spaces, repeat from * 2 more times, then make 3 double crochets in the same space as the chain 3, chain 2, and slip stitch into the top of starting chain 2 to join, cut yarn, fasten off and weave in ends.
[In this round you should have 60 double crochets and 4 x chain 2 spaces.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 5 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 2dc in the same sp as ch-2, 3dc into next 3 sps, * (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in the ch-2 sp, 3dc in next 3 sps, rpt from * 2 more times, 3dc in same sp as ch-2, ch2, sl stitch into starting ch-2 to join cut yarn, fasten off, weave in ends. [60dc, 4 x ch-2 sps]
Finishing
Use a yarn needle to weave in the loose ends, and if necessary block the squares to ensure that they are of even size and shape to make joining easier.
Easy Ways To Join Granny Squares Together
Once you have completed multiple granny squares, the next step is to join them together to create a larger project.
And there are many ways to do this, depending on the desired final product and the look you want to achieve.
Here are a few techniques for joining granny squares:
- Whipstitch - This simple method use a needle and thread to sew the squares together. The stitches are worked through the back loops of each square, creating an invisible seam on the front.
- Single crochet join - This method involves using a single crochet stitch to join the squares together. The squares are held with the wrong sides facing each other, and the single crochet stitches are worked through the back loops of the squares to create a decorative border.
- Slip stitch join - This method involves using a slip stitch to join the squares together. The squares are held with the right sides facing each other, and the slip stitch is worked through the back loops of each square to create a decorative ridge on the front.
- Join-as-you-go - This method involves crocheting the squares together as you work on each square. This creates a continuous seam that eliminates the need to sew the squares together later.
4 Inch Squares
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- Solid Granny Square Pattern
- Floral Granny Square Pattern
- Sunflower Granny Square Pattern
- Lacy Daisy Granny Square
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Printable Pattern
Circle Center Granny Square
What You Will Need
Yarn
- We used a #3 Light (also known as light worsted, DK, or 8ply) yarn weight, with 12 WPI (wraps per inch) in the following colors:
- Color A - cream
- Color B - red
- Color C - crimson
- Color D - white
Hook
- We used a 5mm (H/5) hook
- Note - you can use another yarn weight and use the hook size recommended on the yarn label.
Notions
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle
Finished Size
- This is a medium-sized granny square that measures about 4.75 inches (12 cm) wide, unblocked, using the yarn weight and hook size mentioned above.
Stitches and Abbreviations Used (US Terms)
- ch - chain
- hdc - half double crochets
- dc - double crochet
- btw - between
- prev - previous
- sk - skip
- 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
Instructions
- Foundation, color A - Ch4, sl st in 1st ch to join.
- Rnd 1 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 11dc in ring, sl st into ch-2 to join, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends. [12dc]
- Rnd 2, color B - Sl st yarn into any sp btw the sts of prev rnd. Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in same sp as ch-2, 2dc in each sp btw sts, sl st into top of ch-2 to join, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends. [24dc]
- Rnd 3, color C- Sl st yarn into any sp btw 2-dc of prev rnd. Ch2 (counts as dc), 2dc in same sp as ch-2, *sk 2-dc, 3dc in next sp, repeat from * 10 more times, sl st into top of ch-2 to join, cut yarn, fasten off, and weave in ends. [36dc]
- Rnd 4, color D - Sl st into any sp btw 2-dc sts of prv rnd. Ch2 (counts as dc), 2dc in the same sp as ch-2, 3hdc into next 2 sps, * (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next sp, 3hdc in next 2 sps, rpt from * 2 more times, 3dc in same sp as ch-3, then 1hdc in top of ch-2 to join. [24dc, 24hdc, 4 x ch-2 sps]
- Rnd 5 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 2dc in the same sp as ch-2, 3dc into next 3 sps, * (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in the ch-2 sp, 3dc in next 3 sps, rpt from * 2 more times, 3dc in same sp as ch-3, ch2, sl stitch into ch-2 to join cut yarn, fasten off, weave in ends. [60dc, 4 x ch-2 sps]
- Finishing - Use a yarn needle to weave in the loose ends, and if necessary block the squares to ensure that they are of even size and shape to make joining easier.
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Tammy says
So easy to make, I have made 12 already. I am making a blanket with them. It's looking so great!