Easy Granny Square Cardigan For Crochet Beginners❀

Granny Squares

Instead of pure cotton, I went with a cotton–merino wool blend for this cardigan. It’s warm, soft, breathable, and durable, with better odour resistance. It drapes well, keeps its shape, and is perfect for cooler late-summer days.

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Step-by-Step Pattern

Sizing & Squares:

At first, I needed 45 squares for my project. But I decided to lengthen the sleeves (the short version didn’t look right). In the end, I used 51 squares total for my height (175 cm).

Round 1: With yellow yarn, Ch 5 and slip stitch into the first chain to form a circle. (This circle is your base — don’t count st).

Round 2: Crochet 12 sc into the circle.
Fasten off and weave in the ends. Join a new colour (I used white).

Round 3:  Ch 4 ( counts as first) + 11 hdc. You should now have 12 stitches total.

Round 4: Ch 3 ( counts as first) + 4 dc to form a five double crochet cluster. Repeat this cluster around. You should end up with 12 petals/clusters. Fasten off and weave in the ends.Join new colour. In my case blue.

Each side is[3dc, ch 2, 3dc ] [3sc]  [3sc] [3dc, ch 2, 3dc ] 

Round 5:  In the gap between Ch3 ( counts as first) + 2 dc – this forms a shell. There are two shells on each side, which form a corner.

Corner: 3 dc + Ch2 + 3 double crochet shell

Round 6: Ch3 ( counts as first) + 2sc. Repeat this 2 more times, then make the corner.

Corner: 2sc + Ch2 + 2sc

Each side is [2sc, ch 2, 2dc ] [2sc]  [3sc]  [3sc]  [2sc, ch 2, 2sc ]

Blocking Your Squares

I’ve tested a few methods, and mist blocking wins every time. Here’s how I do it:

1. Lay your finished squares flat on a blocking mat or towel.
2. Lightly spray them with water until they’re just damp — not soaked.
3. If a square needs a little extra shaping, I’ll pin it to the right dimensions before misting.
4. Leave them to air dry completely.