Introduction This isn’t your grandma’s granny square — the Granny Twist is a sleek, modern take on the classic motif. With clean corners, geometric symmetry, and updated color combos, it’s perfect for stylish blankets, bags, and garments. Think modular, minimal, and Pinterest-ready.

Materials

• Worsted weight cotton or wool yarn (2–3 colors)

• 4.0mm crochet hook

• Tapestry needle

• Scissors

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Size

• ~10cm x 10cm per square (can be scaled)

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Abbreviations (US Terms)

• CH – Chain

• SC – Single Crochet

• DC – Double Crochet

• SL ST – Slip Stitch

• SP – Space

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Instructions – Granny Twist Square

Round 1

• With Color A, CH 4, SL ST to form a ring

• CH 3 (counts as DC), 2 DC into ring

• (CH 2, 3 DC) ×3 more times

• SL ST to top of CH 3, fasten off

Round 2

• Join Color B in any corner space

• CH 3, (2 DC, CH 2, 3 DC) in corner

• (CH 1, 3 DC in next space) between corners

• Repeat for all sides

• SL ST to join

Round 3 – Twist Detail

• Join Color C in corner

• CH 3, 2 DC, CH 2, 2 DC

• In each side space: DC + SC in same stitch (creates “twist” effect)

• Corners: (2 DC, CH 2, 2 DC)

• SL ST to finish

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Color Tip

• Use high-contrast for R1 + R3 to highlight the “twist” edges

• R2 in neutral to make the center pop

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Customization Ideas

• Combine into blankets or wall hangings

• Add a fourth round with bobbles or eyelets

• Join with visible seams for patchwork vibe

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