This cozy colorful granny square blanket is perfect for adding warmth and style to any space. Ideal for snuggling on the couch or gifting to a loved one, this project is engaging for crocheters of all skill levels. With a delightful mix of colors and a classic granny square design, it transforms yarn into a beautiful, functional piece.

Colorful Granny Square Blanket

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn (medium, #4) in various colors (approximately 1200 yards total):
• 8 colors (approximately 100-150 yards each)
• Gray worsted weight yarn for joining and border (approximately 200 yards)
• Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving ends

Gauge:

4 squares = 6 inches x 6 inches. To measure gauge, make a small swatch with your chosen yarn and hook, and measure the dimensions of the resulting square. Adjust your hook size if necessary to achieve the intended size.

Abbreviations:

• ch - chain
• sl st - slip stitch
• sc - single crochet
• dc - double crochet
• sp - space
• cl - cluster

Instructions:

The blanket is constructed using individual granny squares, which are then joined together to form the final piece.

Making the Granny Squares:

1. Choose your first color: Start by making a slip knot and chaining 4. Join with a slip stitch to form a ring.

2. Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), then work 2 dc into the ring, ch 2, and *3 dc, ch 2* five times. Join with a sl st in the top of the initial ch 3. You should have 6 clusters in total.

3. Round 2: Change color (join new color in any ch-2 space). Ch 3 (counts as first dc), work 2 dc in the same sp, ch 2, and *3 dc in the next ch-2 space, ch 2* five times. Join with a sl st. You should have 12 clusters now.

4. Round 3: Change to a new color. Repeat the previous round for the final round, ensuring you work into each ch-2 space. You should have 18 clusters now. Finish with a sl st and fasten off.

5. Repeat: Make a total of 30 squares using various color combinations, or more if desired.

Joining the Squares:

1. Arrange your squares: Lay out your squares in a pleasing arrangement (6 squares wide by 5 squares tall works well).

2. Join squares: Using the gray yarn, hold two squares together and join with a slip stitch through the corresponding stitches of both squares. Continue to join all squares in your arrangement. Make sure to join rows first, then join the rows together.

Adding a Border:

1. Turn your blanket: Once all squares are joined, attach the gray yarn to any corner of the blanket.

2. Round 1: Ch 1, sc all around the blanket, placing 3 sc in each corner to help it lay flat.

3. Round 2: For the next round, you can choose to alternate colors if desired. Ch 1, and now work 1 sc, 1 dc in each sc all around, again placing 3 stitches in each corner.

4. Finish: Fasten off the yarn after the final round.

Finishing:

Use your tapestry needle to weave in any loose ends from joining squares and the border. To block the blanket, gently wet it, shape it to the desired dimensions, and lay it flat to dry. This will give a neat finish to the edges.

Optional Variations:

Feel free to change the color combinations to suit your personal style, or even change the square size by adjusting the number of rounds. You can also add embellishments or alternate stitches for a unique touch!

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