Are you looking for beautiful flower granny square patterns for your next crochet project? Look no further! I’ve gathered a list of 30 patterns for you with a variety of squares to choose from.
Granny squares are popular and are usually easy to crochet as they only require basic stitches. But if you’re looking for something more detailed and complex, you will find it here as well.
Additionally, flower squares are great stash busters, and this list has one for every taste. So, go get your colorful yarn scraps to make your next crochet project.
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Popular Flowers for Granny Squares
Some flowers, such as sunflowers and daisies, are very popular for granny squares. By the way, they are the easiest to crochet as well.
Here are some of the flowers you can incorporate into your granny squares:
- Daisies and African Daisies – these are the most popular flower granny square projects to find.
- Sunflowers – search “starburst granny squares” and you will find a variety of patterns. They can be sunflowers, or you can use many other colors for the starburst effect.
- African Flower – granny squares with this technique are popular to make stuffed animals and Afghans.
- Tulips, peonies, and pansies – these flowers make great granny square projects for spring, such as blankets, cushions, and bags.
Materials to Make a Flower Granny Square
Granny squares are amongst the most versatile and easy to adapt crochet projects. Generally, all you need is a handful of supplies you probably already have in your craft room. Here is what you will need for most patterns in this list:
- Yarn – make sure to check the chosen pattern for the specific yarn.
- Crochet hooks – this Clover Amour Hook Set is one of my favorite hooks.
- Scissors.
- Stitch Markers.
- Tapestry needle to weave in yarn ends.
- Granny Square blocking boards.
Most flower square patterns found in this list will be customizable, so you may want to check the label in the yarn you will be using for the recommended hook size.
Best Yarns for Flower Granny Square Patterns
More detailed granny flower patterns will look better with worsted weight or lighter yarns. But the simplest ones, with up to 3 colors, may look great with bulky yarns was well.
Here is a list with my favorite yarns:
- Hue & Me by Lion Brand – this is a soft wool blend. The color palette in this yarn is dreamy, with muted tones, that make amazing blankets. I made a classic granny square blanket with this yarn, and I love it.
- Basic Stitch by Lion Brand – this is a polyester blend that’s so soft and great for chunky blankets. But is also available in medium weight.
- Pound Of Love – 100% premium acrylic by Lion Brand. This yarn is so soft and easy to work with. Not to mention, it comes with lots of beautiful colors to choose from.
- Re-Up Yarn – Recycled Cotton by Lion Brand. I love this cotton + polyester blend, it’s a great, eco-friendly option for home décor.
- Red Heart Super Saver – this is an affordable, good quality acrylic yarn that’s great for a variety of flower granny square projects.
What Can You Make with Flower Granny Squares?
There is a world of possibilities for things you can make with granny squares. But the most common flower granny square projects are:
- Blankets and Afghans – simple or more elaborated flower patterns, you name it, and you’ll find it.
- Totes and bags – granny square bags are trending right now, and they are such stylish accessories for your casual style.
- Coasters, table runners and kitchen towels – the simple and flat flower squares will work best with these projects.
- Pillow and cushion covers – they will make cheerful home décor accessories. Pick your favorite colors, to match your decoration or the season they are made for.
- Clothing and accessories – such as sweaters, tops, dresses, and hats. These are another fashion trend that you see everywhere.
Where to find the best patterns?
I know it can be overwhelming to look for patterns with so many options out there. So, I hope you’ll find one that you love in this list of free patterns.
But if you’re looking for patterns yourself, Etsy and Ravelry are the best places to find patterns you can trust. You will pay a small fee for some of them, but if you’re looking for a specific project, it may be worth looking for a premium one.
Flower Granny Square The List
Best Flower Granny Square Free Patterns
Depending on what you’re looking for, this list will give you options for most everything. Whether you want to make a blanket or a clothing piece, please look into all these options and decide which one fits better.
For instance, if you’re making a blanket or a bag, the daisy flower or the sunflower granny squares are great options.
Garden Of Evie Granny Square
At the time of this post publication, this beautiful pattern has just been released to celebrate Granny Square Day 2023. Get the detailed file, filled with step-by-step photos as a free Ravelry download, in UK and US terminology.
Recommended yarn: Light Worsted / DK
Recommended hook size: 4 mm (US G)
Crochet Tulips Granny Square
Next up in the list of flower granny square patterns, we have this amazing design that features tulips. The square may look tricky, but it’s easier than you think. Besides, the designer has a list of short videos to guide you along the way.
Recommended yarn: Fingering (Fine)
Recommended hook size: 2.5 mm
African Daisy Granny Square
African flower granny squares are used to create cheerful projects, such as Afghans and totes. When it comes to colorwork, you have an abundance of possibilities. Use your favorite yarn shades to create your own style with this pattern.
Recommended yarn: Light Worsted / DK
Recommended hook size: 3.5 mm (US E-4)
Crochet Sunflower Granny Square Pattern
Sunflowers and starbursts are another favorite among granny square lovers. I love the texture created by the raised petals and the green details that mimic the stems. This is the perfect pattern to create something bright and cheerful for spring and summer.
Recommended yarn: Worsted Weight / Aran
Recommended hook size: 4 mm (US G)
Crochet Daisy Flower Granny Square
Yet another colorful pattern by Crochet Bits that you can use to create a variety of projects. I pictured a super colorful Lapham or cushion covers to decorate my home for springtime. Not to mention, it’s a simple and easy three-color square.
Recommended yarn: Worsted Weight / Aran
Recommended hook size: 4 mm (US G)
Something for Kate Granny Square
This one is for you if you’re looking for a more elaborated square to make your next gorgeous blanket. Head over to Yarn Me Calm’s blog for the detailed tutorial and to read about the design inspiration.
Recommended yarn: Light Worsted Weight / DK
Recommended hook size: 4 mm (US G)
Daffodil 3D Granny Square
And here is a 3D daffodil square that screams sunshine all over it. I love daffodils myself, as they bring all that springtime energy and warmth into my home. Get the free YouTube video tutorial on Ravelry.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 5 mm (US H)
Hibiscus Flower Granny Square
Next up in the list, is another free YouTube video tutorial by Christa Lynn that comes with a written tutorial on her blog as well. I love the unique texture of this hibiscus square and how customizable it is when it comes to color choices.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 5 mm (US H)
Pansy Granny Square pattern
Pansies are another favorite of mine. I live in the East Coast of the US, and they are usually the first flowers I plant when the winter is over, as they love the colder weather of early spring. Such an inspiration for colorwork with this pattern.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 5 mm (US H)
Simple Daisy Granny Square
This is a classic that’s perfect for blankets, cushion covers and bags. If you’re a beginner looking for something simple and easy to crochet, this daisy square would be a perfect one to start with.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 6 mm (US J)
Colorful Flower Granny Square Pattern
Here we have a mix of a classic daisy flower with extra details that makes it a perfect pattern to customize with colors. You can turn it into a spring or fall project, depending on what your goals are. And it comes with a video tutorial with as well.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 5.5 mm (US I)
Primavera Flower Square
Primavera is a Portuguese word that translates to spring, so it has a special meaning to me, as I am from Brazil. This pattern looks amazing as is, with cotton yarn and has lots of step-by-step photos, making it easy for beginners.
Recommended yarn: Fingering / Fine
Recommended hook size: 3.5 mm
Beautiful Daisy Granny Square
If simplicity is your thing, you will love this daisy square. This flat pattern uses the very basic granny stitches that you can play with colors to make it the way you like or that fits your style. Daisy Cottage has beautiful photos to inspire you, check her blog post out.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 5.5 mm (US I)
Textured Flower Granny Square
What I like about 3D or textured flower squares is that you don’t have necessarily make it all colorful. If you’re style is on the minimalist side, you can make this square in one of your favorite shades and it will look amazing.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 6 mm
May Flower Granny Square
This flower square reminds me of a snowflake, which makes it a suitable pattern for both winter and spring projects. The pattern is a free Ravelry download with two YouTube video tutorials to guide you along the way.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 5 mm (US H)
Shabby Chic Rose Granny Pattern
Simple enough to crochet with only two colors but textured enough to make it such a unique design. Yet another beautiful pattern packed with photos and detailed information that make it a beginner friendly square project.
Recommended yarn: Light Worsted / DK
Recommended hook size: 3.25 mm (US D)
Sunflower Lovers Granny Square
Here we have a classic sunflower square that has a realistic look, thanks to the textured stitches. This is a versatile design that you can use to create blankets, bags, coasters, pillow covers or anything you can think of that can be made with granny squares.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 5 mm (US H)
Sakura Granny Square
Looking for a more complex pattern? Then this one is for you. The pattern is rated as more advanced, but its uniqueness and details make it worth trying. So beautiful.
Recommended yarn: Light Worsted / DK
Recommended hook size: 4 mm (US G)
Charlotte Large Crochet Square
Speaking of more complex and elaborated squares, this one fits this category beautifully. Use this large square to make a charming and luxurious throw blanket for your home. If you’re a fan of vintage, this will be a great choice for you.
Recommended yarn: Light Worsted / DK
Recommended hook size: 4 mm (US G)
10 Petal Flower Granny Square
Next up in the list, we have this 10 petals flower square. The designer describes it as “just challenging enough to be interesting”. Check her Ravelry pattern page for all the different projects posted. Every one of them looks so unique with different yarn colors.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 5 mm (US H)
The Imagine Flower Square
This square is suited for more experienced crocheters as it requires advanced skills, such as a front post single, double, and treble stitches and picot, among others. It’s a beautiful pattern for a unique and unusual flower square that’s great for Afghans.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 5.5 MM (US I)
Ice Flower Crochet Square
What an amazing combination of dark and light shades of green in this square. I can picture it with any other color combinations, that can match any style or decoration. The pattern is in UK terms, but there is for a US terms conversion chart in their blog post.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 5 mm (US H)
Peony Flower Granny Square
This peony square design with the light color combination makes it look so delicate. I love the green details for the leaves, and how it’s harmonious with the texture of the petals. The level of difficulty is rated as intermediate.
Recommended yarn: Light Worsted / DK
Recommended hook size: 4 mm (US G)
Namaqualand Crochet Granny Square
It was interesting to learn about the origin and inspiration for the name “Namaqualand” for this design. Yet another beautiful pattern with two options, one for bright and another for bold colors.
Recommended yarn: Light Worsted / DK
Recommended hook size: 2.75 mm (US C)
The Fab5Flower Square Pattern
Are you a fan of vintage squares? Here, we have a design that screams “vintage” all over it: colors, texture, and yarb weight. Check her Ravelry listing for all the project versions posted. I love all of them.
Recommended yarn: Fine / Sport
Recommended hook size: 3.25 mm (US D)
Fall Blossom Crochet Square
Next up in the list of squares, we have another interesting and textured pattern. This pattern has had the contribution of several talented designers and is available as a free Ravelry download.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 5.0 (US H)
Crocodile Stitch Afghan Square Flower
I used to say I would never crochet anything with the crocodile stitch, until I saw this square. I think all the “scale” texture kept me away because I thought it would take forever. But this flower squares are so beautiful that made me change my mind about it.
Recommended yarn: Worsted / Aran
Recommended hook size: 4 mm (US G)
Cape Daisy Flower Granny Square
Here is a second pattern by Stouto’s Stuff I add to this list. The bold colors in this one in combination with the beautiful petal and leaf textures make it look gorgeous. You will have to click the link on Ravelry for the free pattern on the website.
Recommended yarn: Light Worsted / DK
Recommended hook size: 3.5 mm (US E)
Multiple Petals 3D Flower Granny Square
Who would have thought that a one-color flower pattern would look this gorgeous? The pattern is detailed with written information as well as a YouTube video tutorial and a stitch chart.
Recommended yarn: Light Worsted / DK
Recommended hook size: 4.5 mm
Oriental Bloom Crochet Square
And, to close this list, we have this stunning design that was created in celebration of Granny Square Day 2022, by talented Johanna Lindahl at Mijo Crochet. It’s a unique and beautiful pattern available as a free PDF download, with lots of step-by-step photos.
Recommended yarn: Fingering / Fine
Recommended hook size: 3.0 mm or 3.5 mm
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Final Thoughts
Flower granny squares are versatile, and you can use them with a variety of projects. Hopefully, you have found one or more that you love in this list. Whether you’re making something small or a large blanket, they are sure fun and relaxing to work with.
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