In this step-by-step tutorial, you'll learn how to create a gorgeous lacy daisy granny square that's perfect for so many different crochet projects.
This project is ideal for beginners who want to try their hand at a unique take on the traditional granny square.
With just a little bit of practice, you'll soon have a beautiful square that you can use in a variety of creative ways.
So, grab your hook, and let's get started on this fun and rewarding project!
Table of contents
- Mix And Match Details
- About This Granny Square Pattern
- Lacy Daisy Granny Square
- Tips For Making Granny Squares
- Step By Step
- Skill Level
- What You Will Need
- Finished Size
- Stitches Used In This Pattern
- Special Stitches
- Pattern Notes
- Pattern Instructions
- Finishing
- Variations
- Easy Ways To Join Granny Squares Together
- What To Make With Granny Squares
- More Granny Square Pattern Ideas
- More Free Crochet Patterns
- Learn To Crochet
- Stay Connected
- Printable Instructions
- Comments
Mix And Match Details
- Yarn weight: #3 Light, with 14 WPI (wraps per inch)
- Hook size: 5.5mm (I/9)
- Finished size: 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 cm)
- Number of rounds: 5
- Stitch count per side: 24 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.
About This Granny Square Pattern
The lacy daisy granny square is a beautiful and versatile crochet pattern that is worked over five rounds using basic crochet stitches like double crochet cluster stitches, double crochets, and single crochets.
Even though the lacy daisy granny square may look intricate, it is a relatively easy pattern to make.
Because this square is worked over just five rounds, it can be completed quickly, making it an ideal project for those who want to see results fast.
If you like this crochet granny square, you might also like these flower granny squares.
Lacy Daisy Granny Square
The daisy granny squares pictured on this page were made in an 8ply yarn which, is a light worsted yarn or #3 light yarn. Read more about different types of yarn.
I used a slightly larger hook than recommended on the yarn label to give it a softer feel.
They worked up quickly and measure about 5 x 5 inches (13 x 13 cm) on the diagonal.
This design also looks great when worked in a thicker yarn as I did for this crochet daisy blanket.
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.
Step By Step
Here are step-by-step instructions for creating this lacy crochet daisy granny square pattern.
At the end of the post, you'll find a shortened free printable pattern for your convenience.
Follow along with the instructions to create a beautiful flower crochet granny square with a delicate daisy pattern.
Skill Level
Beginner
What You Will Need
Yarn
We used a #3 Light (also known as light worsted, DK, 8ply) yarn weight, with 14 WPI (wraps per inch) in the following colors:
- Small amount - Color A yellow (or color of choice)
- Small amount - Color B off-white (or color of choice)
- Small amount - Color C red (or color of choice)
Hook
- We use a 5.5mm (I/9) hook
Note - You can use another yarn weight and use the hook size recommended by the manufacturer which can be found on the yarn label.
Notions
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Finished Size
This is a medium sized granny square and is about 4 inches (10 cm) wide, using the yarn and hook size mentioned above.
Stitches Used In This Pattern
- ch - chain
- sc - single crochet
- hdc - half double crochet
- sl st - slip stitch
- st/sts - stitch/stitches
- sp - space
- YO - yarn over hook
- dc3 cluster - double crochet three cluster (see special stitches below)
Special Stitches
Double crochet 3 cluster (dc3 cluster)
A double crochet 3 cluster is made by working three double crochets in the same space and completed as one stitch. This means that it does not change the stitch count.
- Yarn over hook (YO), insert hook into a stitch, yarn over the hook (YO), and pull the yarn through the stitch. You should have three loops on your hook.
- Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through the first two loops on the hook. You should now have two loops on the hook.
- Yarn over the hook (YO), insert hook into the same stitch, then yarn over the hook (YO), and pull the yarn through the stitch. You should now have four loops on the hook.
- Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through the first two loops on the hook. You should have three loops on the hook.
- Yarn over the hook (YO), insert the hook into the same stitch, yarn over the hook, and pull the yarn through the stitch. You should now have five loops on the hook.
- Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through the first two loops on the hook. You should now have four loops on the hook.
- Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn through all four loops remaining on your hook.
- Chain 1 to secure the stitch.
- This completes a dc3 cluster.
Abbreviated Version
dc3 cluster - YO, insert hook in st, YO, pull up loop, YO, pull through 2 loops, (YO, insert hook in same st, YO, pull up loop, YO, pull through 2 loops) twice, YO, pull through all 4 loops on hook, ch1.
Pattern Notes
US Crochet Terms
The information in this guide refers to US crochet terms, and instructions are for the right-handed.
- I recommend that you weave in the tail ends as you go because it will make working the rounds easier.
Pattern Instructions
Foundation Ring
Using Color A (yellow), make a slip knot and chain 4, slip stitch into the first chain to form a foundation ring
Abbreviated Version
Color A, ch4, join with a sl st.
Round One
Making the daisy center
Round 1 - Color A. Chain 2 (does not count as a stitch), work 16 half double crochets into the foundation ring.
Join with a slip stitch into the top of the first half double crochet, chain 1, cut yarn, and fasten off.
You should have 16 half-double crochets
Abbreviated Version
Rnd 1 - Color A. Ch2 (does not count as a st), 16 hdc into ring. Join with sl st into top of first hdc, ch1, cut yarn, and fasten off. [16hdc]
Round Two
Making the daisy flower petals
Round 2 - Join Color B (off-white) with a slip stitch into any half double crochet stitch from the previous round.
Chain 3, and double crochet 3 stitches together in the same stitch as chain 3, chain 3 and slip stitch into the same stitch, slip stitch into the next stitch.
*(Chain 3, and double crochet 3 stitches together in the next stitch, chain 3 and slip stitch into the same stitch as double crochet 3 stitches together), slip stitch into the next stitch, repeat from * six more times, slip stitch into the base of the first chain 3, chain 1, cut yarn and fasten off.
You should have 8 petals.
Abbreviated Version
Rnd 2, color B - Sl st into top of any hdc of previous round. ch3, dc3 cluster in same sp as ch3, ch3, sl st into same st, sl st into next st. *(ch3, dc3 cluster, in next st, ch3, sl st in same st as dc3 cluster), sl st into next st, repeat from * 6 more times, sl st into base of first ch3, ch1, cut yarn, fasten off. [8 petals]
Round Three
Border
Round 3 - Join Color C (red) with a slip stitch into the top of any petal (double crochet three stitches together).
Chain 1 (counts as single crochet), chain 5, and single crochet into the top of the next petal.
*Ch 5 and single crochet into the top of the next petal, repeat from * five more times, chain 5, and slip stitch into the first chain 1.
You should have 8 x chain 5 spaces and 8 x single crochets.
Abbreviated Version
Rnd 3 - Color C. Sl st into top of any dc3 cluster. Ch1 (counts as sc), ch5, sc in top of next dc3 cluster, *ch5, sc into top of next dc3 cluster, repeat from * 5 more times, ch5, sl st into first ch1. [8 x ch-5 sps, 8 x sc]
Round Four
Round 4 - Slip stitch into chain 5 space.
Chain 3 (counts as double crochet), next make 2 double crochets, chain 2, and 3 double crochets in the same chain 5 space.
Next chain 3 and make a single crochet into the next chain 5 space, then chain 3.
Next, *make 3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets into the next chain 5 space, chain 3, and then make a single crochet into the next chain 5 space, and chain 3, repeat from * two more times, slip stitch into the top of the first chain 3.
You should have 18 double crochets, 4 single crochets, 8 x chain 3 spaces, and 4 x chain 2 spaces
Abbreviated Version
Rnd 4 - Sl st into ch5 sp. Ch3 (counts as dc), 2dc, ch2, 3dc in same ch5 sp. Ch3, sc into next ch5 sp, ch3, *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch5 sp, ch3, sc in next ch5 sp, ch3, repeat from * 2 more times, sl st in top of first ch3. [18dc, 4sc, 8 x ch-3 sps, and 4 x ch-2 sps]
Round Five
Round 5 - Slip stitch into the next 2 stitches, and slip stitch into the chain 2 space. Chain 3 (counts as a double crochet stitch), 2 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets in the same chain 2 space.
Make 3 half double crochets into each of the next two chain 3 spaces.
Then * make 3 double crochets, chain 2 and 3 double crochets in the next chain 2 space, then 3 half double crochets into each of the next two chain 3 spaces, repeat from * two more times, slip stitch into the top of the first chain 3, cut yarn and fasten off.
You should have 24 double crochets, 24 half double crochets, and 4 x chain 2 spaces
Abbreviated Version
Rnd 5 - Sl st into next 2 sts, sl st in ch-2 sp. Ch3 (counts as a dc), 3 dc, ch2, 3dc in same ch2 sp, 3 hdc in each of the next 2 ch-3 sps. *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch-2 sp, then 3hdc in the next 2 ch-3 sps, repeat from * 2 more times, sl st into top of first ch3, cut yarn and fasten off. [24dc, 24hdc, 4 x ch-2 sps]
Finishing
Once you have completed the granny square, cut the yarn from the ball leaving a 6-inch (15 cm), and pull it through the last stitch. Use a darning needle to weave in the loose ends.
Variations
Multi-Colored Daisy Granny Square - For a unique look, use different colors for each round of the daisy granny square. As you go, work in the ends to make working the rounds easier.
When starting rounds 4 and 5, instead of slip stitching to the chain spaces of the previous round, attach the new color yarn into the chain space with a slip stitch.
One-Color Granny Square - This daisy granny square is just as stunning in a single color.
However, after completing round 2, you'll need to cut and fasten off the yarn before following the pattern as instructed in round 3.
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.
What To Make With Granny Squares
You can make many different things with granny squares. Here are a few ideas:
- Blankets - Combine multiple daisy granny squares to make a cozy and colorful blanket.
- Pillows - Join a few granny squares and line the backs with a matching fabric to create a beautiful pillow cover
- Coasters - Make smaller versions of the granny squares to use as coasters.
- Bags - Use multiple granny squares to create a unique and eye-catching bag.
- Scarves - Combine several granny squares to make a beautiful lacy scarf.
- Clothing - Incorporate granny squares into a dress, skirt, or top for a unique and fashionable look.
- Home decor - Use the granny squares to add a touch of handmade charm to curtains, table runners, or wall hangings.
More Granny Square Pattern Ideas
More Free Crochet Patterns
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Learn To Crochet
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- Basic crochet stitches for beginners
- How to crochet for beginners
- Crochet terms and abbreviations
- How to read a crochet pattern for beginners
- How to read a yarn label
- How to hold yarn when crocheting
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Printable Instructions
Lacy Daisy Granny Square
What You Will Need
Yarn
- We used a #3 Light (also known as light worsted, DK, 8ply) yarn weight, with 14 WPI (wraps per inch) in the following colors:
- Color A - yellow (or color of choice)
- Color B - off-white (or color of choice)
- Color C - red (or color of choice)
Hook
- 5.5mm (I/9)
Notions
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Gauge
- The finished daisy granny square is 5 inches (13 cm) from corner to corner.
Finished Size
- 5 inches (13cm) from corner to corner
Stitches and Abbreviations Used (US terms)
- chain = ch
- sc - single crochet
- hdc - half double crochet
- sl st - slip stitch
- st(s) - stitch(s)
- sp - space
- YO - yarn over hook
- dc3 cluster - double crochet three cluster (see special stitches)
Special Stitches
- dc3 cluster - YO, insert hook in st, YO, pull up loop, YO, pull through 2 loops, (YO, insert hook in same st, YO, pull up loop, YO, pull through 2 loops) twice, YO, pull through all 4 loops on hook, ch1.
Pattern Notes
- I recommend that you weave in the tail ends as you go because it will make working the rounds easier.
Instructions
- Foundation ring - Color A, ch4, join with a sl st.
- Round 1 - Color A. Ch2 (does not count as a st), 16 hdc into ring. Join with sl st into top of first hdc, ch1, cut yarn, and fasten off. = 16 hdc
- Round 2 - Color B. Sl st into top of any hdc of previous round. ch3, dc3 cluster in same sp as ch3, ch3, sl st into same st, sl st into next st. *(ch3, dc3 cluster, in next st, ch3, sl st in same st as dc3 cluster), sl st into next st, repeat from * 6 more times, sl st into base of first ch3, ch1, cut yarn, fasten off. = 8 petals.
- Round 3 - Color C. Sl st into top of any dc3 cluster. Ch1 (counts as sc), ch5, sc in top of next dc3 cluster, *ch5, sc into top of next dc3 cluster, repeat from * 5 more times, ch5, sl st into first ch1. = 8 x ch5 sps, 8 x sc.
- Round 4 - Sl st into ch5 sp. Ch3 (counts as dc), 2dc, ch2, 3dc in same ch5 sp. Ch3, sc into next ch5 sp, ch3, *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch5 sp, ch3, sc in next ch5 sp, ch3, repeat from * 2 more times, sl st in top of first ch3. = 18 dc, 4 sc, 8 x ch3 sps, and 4 x ch2 sps
- Round 5 - Sl st into next 2 sts, sl st in ch2 sp. Ch3 (counts as a dc), 3 dc, ch2, 3 dc in same ch2 sp. 3 hdc in each of the next 2 ch3 sps. *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch2 sp, then 3 hdc in the next 2 ch3 sps, repeat from * 2 more times, sl st into top of first ch3, cut yarn and fasten off. = 24 dc, 24 hdc, 4 x ch2 sps.
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