To begin with, this blooming flower square is a gorgeous example of how to add a 3D feature to a flat square. Indeed, it's almost as if the flower is growing out of the square.

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Granny square pattern free printable
The Pretty in Periwinkle Granny Square Pattern creates a crochet square that is beautiful from corner to corner. A delicate flower in the center is framed by more blooming, thick petals and then two contrasting borders. The granny square uses a variety of fun crochet stitches to create this design that looks different in every round. There is no getting bored making this square, and you will love the final result! If you want a wonderful, flowering square for your next granny square afghan, this is the square for you.

Blooming Lotus Square
Although the lotus in this pattern is less 3D than the previous one, its intricate texture and color shifts give it a wonderful liveliness. Combined with its size, this blooming flower square will work on its own, not just in another, bigger project.



