Looking for a fun and colorful crochet project? This large granny crochet square with flower center is perfect!
It is easy to make and creates a beautiful, textured flower in the middle. With just 8 rounds, you will have a finished square that measures about 8 inches square, ready to be used in your next crochet creation.
Make a Beautiful Crochet Granny Square with a Popcorn Stitch Flower Center
This crochet granny square is a perfect project for those looking to add a bit of texture and color to their work.
The center features a cute popcorn stitch flower that adds a beautiful, 3D effect to the design.
With just 8 simple rounds, you will make a large 8-inch square that is perfect for blankets, cushions, or other fun crochet projects.
Whether you are new to crocheting or an experienced maker, this granny square is a fun and quick project that will brighten up your crochet collection.
Table of contents
- Make a Beautiful Crochet Granny Square with a Popcorn Stitch Flower Center
- Mix And Match Details
- About This Flower Square Pattern
- Crochet Stitches
- Crochet Popcorn Stitch
- Tips For Making Granny Squares
- Skill Level
- What You Will Need
- Finished Size
- Stitches and Abbreviations Used - US Terms
- Special Stitches
- Pattern Notes
- Crochet Granny Square With Flower Center Tutorial
- Finishing The Granny Square
- Easy Ways To Join Granny Squares Together
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Granny Squares
- More Free Crochet Patterns
- Stay Connected
- Printable Pattern
- Crochet Granny Square With Flower Center
- 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: 8 x 8 inches (20 x 20 cm)
- Number of rounds: 8
- Stitch count per side: 31 stitches and chain 2 corners
Explore other granny squares of similar sizes for potential pairings. You can search our collection of 8 inch granny squares for more options.
About This Flower Square Pattern
- This free crochet pattern is simple to follow and pairs well with other large granny square patterns we have on our blog.
- You have the option to crochet it in a single color, as shown in this tutorial, or create a multi-colored one. This versatility allows you to craft things like blankets, pillows, or other projects.
- To create the flower in the center of the square, you will need to know how to make a popcorn stitch. Instructions for the popcorn stitch can be found in the special stitches section below.
Crochet Stitches
To make this granny square pattern you will need to know how to chain stitch, single crochet and double crochet.
Crochet Popcorn Stitch
For this crochet project, you will need to know how to make crochet popcorn stitches.
If you don not know how, check out our blog post How To Crochet Popcorn Stitch for easy steps on making these cute textured stitches. No experience needed—perfect for beginners!
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.
Skill Level
Beginner
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)
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 large granny square measures about 8 inches (20 cm), wide and unblocked, when made in the yarn weight and hook size mentioned above.
Stitches and Abbreviations Used - US Terms
- ch - chain
- sc - single crochet
- dc - double crochet
- PC - popcorn stitch, see special stitches below
- 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
Special Stitches
PC - 5dc in st, remove hk from the loop, insert hk into 1st dc made, with hk pick up the loop of last dc, and draw through loop on hk.
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Pattern Notes
- This pattern starts with a chain 4 ring but you could also start it with a magic ring.
Crochet Granny Square With Flower Center Tutorial
Foundation - Chain 4, slip stitch into 1st chain to join.
Abbreviated version
Foundation - Ch4, sl st into 1st ch to join.
Round One
Round 1 - Chain 1 (not counted as a stitch), 8 single crochet into ring, slip stitch into the 1st single crochet to join. [8 single crochet in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 1 - Ch1 (not counted as a st), 8sc into ring, sl st into 1st sc to join. [8sc]
Round Two
Round 2 - Chain 2 (this counts as 1st double crochet of 1st popcorn stitch), Popcorn in same stitch as chain 2, then * chain 5, popcorn in the next stitch, chain 5, repeat from * 6 more times, then chain 5 sl st into the back of 1st popcorn stitch to join.
[8 popcorn stitches, and 8 x chain 5 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 2 - Ch2 (counts as 1st dc of 1st PC), PC in same st as ch2, * ch5, PC in next st, ch5, rpt from * 6 more times, ch5, sl st into the back of 1st PC to join. [8PC, 8 x ch-5 sps]
Round Three
Round 3 - Slip stitch into the chain 5 space, chain 2 (this counts as double crochet), then make (3 double crochet, chain 2, 4 double crochet) in the same space, then chain 1, single crochet in the next chain 5 space, and chain 1, next make * (4 double crochet, chain 2, 4 double crochet) in the next chain 5 space, the chain 1, and single crochet in next chain 5 space, chain 1, repeat from * 2 more times, then slip stitch into the top of chain 2 to join.
[You should have 32 double crochet, 4 single crochet, 4 x chain 2 spaces, and 8 x chain 1 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 3 - Sl st into ch-5 sp, ch2 (counts as dc), (3dc, ch2, 4dc) in same sp, ch1, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch1, * (4dc, ch2, 4dc) in next ch-5 sp, ch1, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch1, rpt from * 2 more times, sl st into top of ch-2 to join. [32dc, 4sc, 4 x ch-2 sps, 8 x ch-1 sps]
Round Four
Round 4 - Chain 2 (this counts as double crochet), 1 double crochet in the next 3 stitches, then make *(2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet) in the chain 2 space, then make 1 double crochet in each of the next 4 stitches, chain 2, and make 1 single crochet into the single crochet of the previous round, chain 2, then make 1 double crochet in each of the next 4 stitches, repeat from * 2 more times, then make (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet) in the chain 2 space, and 1 double crochet in each of the next 4 stitches, chain 2, single crochet in the single crochet of the previous round, chain 2, and slip stitch into the top of the chain 2 to join.
[You should have 48 double crochet, 4 single crochet, and 12 x chain 2 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 4 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in next 3-sts, *(2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, 1dc in next 4-sts, ch2, 1sc in sc, ch2, 1dc in next 4-sts, rpt from * 2 more times, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, 1dc in next 4-sts, ch2, 1sc in sc, ch2, sl st into top of ch2 to join. [48dc, 4sc, 12 x ch-2 sps]
Round Five
Round 5 - Chain 2 (this counts as double crochet), make 1 double crochet in each of the next 5 stitches, then make (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet) in the chain 2 space, then make * 1 double crochet in each of the next 6 stitches, chain 3, skip the (chain 2, single crochet, chain) of previous round, and make 1 double crochet in each of the next 6 stitches, then (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet) in the chain 2 space, repeat from * 2 more times, then 1 double crochet in each of the next 6 stitches, chain 3, and slip stitch into the top of chain 2 to join.
[You should have 64 double crochet, 4 x chain 3 spaces, and 4 x chain 2 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 5 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in next 5-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, * 1dc in next 6-sts, ch3, then sk (ch2, sc, ch2) of prev rnd, 1dc in next 6-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, rpt from * 2 more times, 1dc in next 6-sts, ch3, sl st into top of ch-2 to join. [64dc, 4 x ch-3 sps, 4 x ch-2 sps]
Round Six
Round 6 - Chain 2 (this counts as double crochet), then make 1 double crochet in each of the next 7 stitches, and (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet) in the chain 2 space, then make * 1 double crochet in each of the next 8 stitches, chain 2, single crochet in the chain 3 space, chain 2, and make 1 double crochet in each of the next 8 stitches, then (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet) in the chain 2 space, repeat from * 2 more times, then make 1 double crochet into each of the next 8
stitches, chain 2, single crochet in the chain 3 space, chain 2, slip stitch into the top of chain 2 to join.
[You should have 80 double crochet, 4 single crochet, 12 x chain 2 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 6 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in next 7-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, * 1dc in next 8-sts, ch2, sc in ch-3 sp, ch2, 1dc in next 8-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, rpt from * 2 more times, 1dc in next 8-sts, ch2, sc in ch-3 sp, ch2, sl st into top of ch-2 to join. [80dc, 4sc, 12 x ch-2 sps]
Round Seven
Round 7 - Chain 2 (this counts as double crochet), 1 double crochet in each of the next 9 stitches, then make (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet) in the chain 2 space, then make * 1 double crochet in each of the next 10 stitches, chain 3, skip the (chain 2, single crochet, chain 2) stitches of the previous round, and make 1 double crochet in each of the next 10 stitches, then (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet) in the chain 2 space, repeat from * 2 more times, then make 1 double crochet in each of the next 10 stitches, chain 37, skip the (chain 2, single crochet, chain 2) stitches of the previous round, slip stitch in top of chain 2 to join.
[You should have 96 double crochet, 4 x chain 3 spaces, and 4x chain 4 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 7 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in next 9-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, *1dc in next 10-sts, ch3, sk (ch-2, sc, ch-2) of prev rnd, 1dc in next 10-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, rpt from * 2 more times, 1dc in next 10-sts, ch3, sk (ch-2, sc, ch-2) of prev rnd, sl st in top of ch-2 to join. [96dc, 4 x ch-3 sps, 4x ch-4 sps]
Round Eight
Round 8 - Chain 2 (this counts as double crochet), 1 double crochet in each of the next 11 stitches, then make (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet) in the chain 2 space, then make * 1 double crochet in each of the next 12 stitches, then make 3 double crochet in the chain 3 space, then 1 double crochet in each of the next 12 stitches, and make (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet) in the chain 2 space, repeat from * 2 more times, then make 1 double crochet in each of the next 12 stitches, and 3 double crochet in the chain 3 space, slip stitch into top of chain 2 to join, cut yarn and fasten off.
[There should be 124 double crochet, and 4 x chain 2 spaces in this round.]
Abbreviated version
Rnd 8 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in next 11-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, * 1dc in next 12-sts, 3dc in ch-3 sp, 1dc in next 12-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, rpt from * 2 more times, 1dc in next 12-sts, 3dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in to top of ch-2 to join, cut yarn and fasten off. [124dc, 4 x ch-2 sps]
Finishing The Granny Square
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
To crochet a daisy granny square, start with a round of half double crochet stitches for the center, then create the petals by working clusters of double crochets separated by chains in a circular pattern, finishing with a round of single crochet stitches around the petals to create the daisy shape.
To crochet a sunburst granny square, begin with a circle using double crochet stitches, followed by a round of puff stitches and cluster stitches in different color changes to create a sunburst effect, then finish with a round of double crochet and treble stitches to frame it into a square.
The easiest granny square for beginners would be the classic granny square. This traditional granny square is made up of a basic pattern of chain stitches and working groups of double crochet stitches into the center ring, these are then repeated for multiple rounds to form the square.
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In you are looking for more inspiration and tutorials. we have more flower granny square ideas like this daisy granny square, this sunflower granny square, rose granny square, this easy floral granny square, or browse through our collection of crochet flower granny squares.
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Printable Pattern
Crochet Granny Square With Flower Center
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)
Hook
- 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 large granny square measures about 8 inches (20 cm), wide and unblocked, when made in the yarn weight and hook size mentioned above.
Stitches and Abbreviations Used (US Terms)
- ch - chain
- sc - single crochet
- dc - double crochet
- PC - popcorn stitch, see special stitches below
- 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
Special Stitches
- PC - 5dc in st, remove hk from the loop, insert hk into 1st dc made, with hk pick up the loop of last dc, and draw through loop on hk.
Pattern Notes
- This pattern starts with a chain 4 ring but you could also start it with a magic ring.
Instructions
- Foundation - Ch4, sl st into 1st ch to join.
- Rnd 1 - Ch1 (not counted as a st), 8sc into ring, sl st into 1st sc to join. [8sc]
- Rnd 2 - Ch2 (counts as 1st dc of 1st PC), PC in same st as ch2, * ch5, PC in next st, ch5, rpt from * 6 more times, ch5, sl st into the back of 1st PC to join. [8PC, 8 x ch-5 sps]
- Rnd 3 - Sl st into ch-5 sp, ch2 (counts as dc), (3dc, ch2, 4dc) in same sp, ch1, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch1, * (4dc, ch2, 4dc) in next ch-5 sp, ch1, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch1, rpt from * 2 more times, sl st into top of ch-2 to join. [32dc, 4sc, 4 x ch-2 sps, 8 x ch-1 sps]
- Rnd 4 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in next 3-sts, *(2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, 1dc in next 4-sts, ch2, 1sc in sc, ch2, 1dc in next 4-sts, rpt from * 2 more times, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, 1dc in next 4-sts, ch2, 1sc in sc, ch2, sl st into top of ch2 to join. [48dc, 4sc, 12 x ch-2 sps]
- Rnd 5 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in next 5-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, * 1dc in next 6-sts, ch3, then sk (ch2, sc, ch2) of prev rnd, 1dc in next 6-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, rpt from * 2 more times, 1dc in next 6-sts, ch3, sl st into top of ch-2 to join. [64dc, 4 x ch-3 sps, 4 x ch-2 sps]
- Rnd 6 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in next 7-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, * 1dc in next 8-sts, ch2, sc in ch-3 sp, ch2, 1dc in next 8-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, rpt from * 2 more times, 1dc in next 8-sts, ch2, sc in ch-3 sp, ch2, sl st into top of ch-2 to join. [80dc, 4sc, 12 x ch-2 sps]
- Rnd 7 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in next 9-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, *1dc in next 10-sts, ch3, sk (ch-2, sc, ch-2) of prev rnd, 1dc in next 10-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, rpt from * 2 more times, 1dc in next 10-sts, ch3, sk (ch-2, sc, ch-2) of prev rnd, sl st in top of ch-2 to join. [96dc, 4 x ch-3 sps, 4x ch-4 sps]
- Rnd 8 - Ch2 (counts as dc), 1dc in next 11-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, * 1dc in next 12-sts, 3dc in ch-3 sp, 1dc in next 12-sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, rpt from * 2 more times, 1dc in next 12-sts, 3dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in to top of ch-2 to join, cut yarn and fasten off. [124dc, 4 x ch-2 sps]
- Finish - 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.
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