Looking for an easy, long-term project with eye-catching results? Well, add this Cool Squares Modern Granny Crochet Afghan to your crochet collection. Made with cozy, medium weight yarn and worked into a modern granny stitch, this crochet blanket pattern is a great project for crocheters looking to practice their skills or make a soft throw to decorate a bed or couch. Once you finish making all of the numerous smaller squares, your project will come together instantly! Find out how easy this free pattern is to make and crochet a blanket that everyone in the family will love!

Understated and unique, the Spiro Star Crochet Granny Square will be the perfect addition to the next blanket, shawl, or bag on your project list. This pattern is ideal for crocheters at the intermediate level, too, and will give any full-size crochet item a mystical design element. The mesmerizing focal point is surrounded by an intricate design, making this crochet granny square the perfect choice for anyone who wants to flex their crochet skills a little bit and try something new. This design can be customized by including yarn in your choice of colors.

The Ocean Granny Square Afghan is made by crocheting solid granny squares in 3 different shades of blue and white. The following appliques are made: octopus, jelly fish, puffer fish, star fish, shark, dolphin, sea turtle, sea horse, sting ray, coral, tropical fish, clown fish, sea shell, whale, and crab. The appliques are sewn onto the surface of half of the granny squares and arranged in a checkered pattern. The afghan measures 30" x 36" making a baby sized blanket. However, the afghan may be made larger by making more squares.

When I think about being comforted - I always think of my Nana. She really knew how to make me feel safe and cherished and loved. I decided to crochet a traditional granny stitch pattern and make it into my very own comfort shawl. Soft and warm and with a little bit of weight to it, the yarn I chose is perfect for this Comfort Shawl. This shawl can be crocheted in just a few hours - at a relaxed pace, it will probably take you 3 hours from start to finish.

This beautiful crochet granny square creates a thick, sturdy block that will make a warm addition to your next blanket or afghan. It is bursting with texture, and no two rounds are the same, making this a challenging, yet fun square to crochet. I used Red Heart Soft yarn because it has a nice drape, and feels amazing! You may substitute other worsted weight yarns, but you may not end up with the same effect.

Granny chic meets viral crocheting in this stylish, stunning, and easy-to-customize Crochet Virus Granny Shawl pattern. This shawl is worked up in a fingering or super fine weight yarn and is a stylish way to try your hand (or hook) at a virus crochet pattern. These motifs build on top of each other, making it easy to create a pattern that is just your size! The beauty of the Crochet Virus Granny Shawl is that the finished size can be completely customized based on the number of repeats you chose to complete. Work up a large (and so cozy shawl), or find a stopping point earlier for a more dainty or petite shawl.

Use this A Granny's Square Dishcloth free crochet pattern made of Bernat Handicrafter Cotton Naturals. A dishcloth is great to wash your dishes with. Plus, it's a super easy crochet pattern to make and follow, so there is no reason for you not to get started. This is a great beginner crochet pattern for you to really sink your hook into and have some fun with. Also, be sure to check out the awesome crochet video that will tell you all about the best yarns for you to buy for when you're making dishcloths!

The Flower Pop Granny Square Blanket is very versatile and full of popcorns. The 6 inch squares are fun and fast to make and are a great way to use up leftover yarn. Mix and match your squares or plan them all out with coordinated colors. The front and the back look completely different and will really surprise you. I especially enjoy making the join-as-you-go method of attaching the granny squares. That is where you complete your last round and attach it to the adjacent squares at the same time. Includes two video tutorials.

Bring some peace into your home with this So Serene Granny Square crochet pattern. The earth tones of this granny square are so relaxing, especially when you put them together to create a granny square afghan all together. Squares are easy to work up and can be fun to make when they come in patterns that appeal to the senses. Everyone will feel so welcome in your home when you cover your couch with a granny square afghan like this one.

The bright and cheerful colors of the Easter Egg Granny Washcloth are a fun way to perk up the kitchen or paired with a homemade bath fizz to add a special touch to an Easter basket. Easter crochet patterns are often all about the pastel colors, but the bold and happy colors of the Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie yarn are a joyful upgrade to the traditional colors. These quick and easy granny stitch cloths can be used as either dishcloths or washcloths. These Easter washcloths will put a smile on your face every time you see them.