This pretty stitch creates a heavily patterned fabric that has a really fun texture. The groups of double crochets look like they are made in a zig-zag pattern. It is a versatile stitch that would suit a variety of different yarns and projects.
Via Unraveled Mitten
This simple pattern will show you how to make a simple and pretty granny square. The design is a little more advanced out of the other free granny square patterns on this list, so if you're looking for a challenge, this is for you.
The crocheted wattle stitch is quite simple and it creates a beautiful texture that you'll especially like for baby blankets. It would also work wonderfully on anything from scarves to dishcloths.
Via Mama In A Stitch
If you wanted to work on a crochet project that used granny squares you have to learn the basics first. This granny square crochet pattern will show you the crochet basics of making a granny square like making the loop, what a chain is and so on.
The star stitch has a stunning starburst design, hence the name. The front of the stitch looks different from the back yet the back also has a lovely linear look to it.
The solid granny square is so simple to work up. You can make some using up leftover yarn, and turn it into a granny square afghan when you are done. Also, this is something that you can use as an on the go project when you are traveling somewhere.
Via YarnHild
This solid granny square starts from a double crochet circle and it has treble crochet with chain stitches at the corners. You will need to know how to make the basic crochet stitches like the chain (ch), double crochet (dc), treble crochet (tr) and slip stitch (sl) in order to crochet this solid granny square.
Via CraftPassion
The Lemon Peel Stitch is a combination of two of the most basic crochet stitches: the single crochet and the double crochet. We simply alternate the stitches across each row; single, double, single, double etc. It really is that easy! This stitch creates a beautiful effect, something akin to a lemon rind - hence the name.
Via Heart Hook Home
The crochet sand stitch is a great stitch to learn to showcase yarn colors that are bold and scream for attention! The way this unique stitch can be used with color makes it a must have crochet stitch to learn.
