Crochet Daisy Square Pattern For Crochet Projects
Granny squares are versatile, allowing you to make blankets, afghans, shawls, and more. Here is the granny square for all your spring projects featuring the colorful daisy design in each. The Daisy granny square starts with a magic ring, followed by double crochets in yellow, daisy petals in white, and a blue border that shapes it into a neat square. Ideal for creating vibrant, cheerful projects for any occasion!
Daisy Granny Square Crochet Pattern
How To Crochet Daisy Square
Materials:
- Cotton yarn – 4 ply (Three different colors: dark yellow/orange, white, and blue)
- Crochet hook – 3.5 mm
- Scissors
Certainly! Here’s a brief section on abbreviations you must know for following the Daisy Granny Square tutorial from the YouTube video:
Abbreviations You Must Know
- ch (Chain stitch):
- Creates a foundation chain or adds height in the middle of a project.
- Example in the tutorial: Chaining three to start the first round.
- sl st (Slip stitch):
- Joins the end of a round to the beginning, making a smooth finish.
- Example in the tutorial: Connecting rounds with a slip stitch.
- dc (Double crochet):
- A basic stitch that’s taller than a single crochet and used frequently in granny squares.
- Example in the tutorial: Creating double crochets in the first round.
- tr (Treble crochet):
- Taller than a double crochet, often used for more intricate designs.
- Example in the tutorial: Clusters of treble crochets represent the daisy petals.
- yo (Yarn over):
- The action of wrapping the yarn over the crochet hook.
- Example in the tutorial: Yarning over while making double and treble crochets.
These abbreviations will help you follow along with the tutorial and understand the instructions more easily.
Pattern:
Round 1: Magic Ring with Double Crochet
- Start with dark yellow/orange yarn.
- Create a magic ring:
- Grab the yarn and tie it around your fingers to form an X shape.
- Insert the crochet hook under the first piece of yarn and grab the second piece, pulling it through to create a loop on the hook.
- Ch 3 (counts as the first double crochet).
- Work 11 double crochets into the magic ring, totaling 12 stitches (including the initial ch 3).
- Yarn over, insert the hook through the ring, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook), yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through the remaining 2 loops.
- Close the magic ring – Pull the loose end to tighten.
- Join with a slip stitch into the top of the initial ch 3.
- Ch 1 and cut yarn, pulling through to secure.
Round 2: Daisy Petals (Cluster Stitches)
- Attach white yarn to any stitch from the previous round with a knot.
- Ch 4 (counts as the first treble crochet).
- Create a cluster of 2 unfinished treble crochets in the same stitch as ch 4:
- Yarn over twice, insert into the stitch, pull up a loop (4 loops on hook), yarn over, pull through 2 loops twice (2 loops remaining on hook).
- Repeat to make the second unfinished treble crochet (4 loops on hook).
- Yarn over, pull through all 4 loops on the hook to complete the cluster.
- Ch 2, then move to the next stitch.
- Create a cluster of 3 treble crochets with a chain 2 in between each cluster:
- Yarn over twice, insert into the next stitch, pull up a loop (4 loops on hook).
- Yarn over, pull through 2 loops twice (2 loops remaining on hook).
- Repeat two more times in the same stitch (4 loops on hook).
- Yarn over, pull through all loops on the hook to complete the cluster. Chain 2.
- Repeat step 5 around, making a total of 12 clusters.
- Join with a slip stitch to the top of the initial ch 4, ch 1, cut yarn, and pull through to secure.
Round 3: Forming the Square
- Attach blue yarn to any chain space between clusters from the previous round with a knot.
- Create the first corner:
- Pull up a loop and ch 4 (counts as the first treble crochet).
- Work 2 more treble crochets in the same space.
- Ch 3 (corner space), work 3 more treble crochets into the same space.
- Ch 1 between the corners.
- Create side clusters:
- In the next chain space, work 3 double crochets.
- Move to the next chain space, work 3 double crochets.
- Create the second corner:
- 3 treble crochets, ch 3 (corner space), 3 treble crochets all in the same space.
- Repeat steps 4-6 around, forming three additional corners and side clusters.
- Join with a slip stitch into the top of the initial ch 4, ch 1, cut yarn, and pull through to secure.
Final Steps:
- If desired, add additional rounds with double crochet to enlarge the square.
- Weave in any loose ends using the scissors.
Tips:
- Ensure your stitches are consistent in tension.
- Consider blocking your square to keep the shape neat and uniform.
This detailed pattern should guide you in creating the Daisy granny square. Enjoy crocheting!