{"id":1665,"date":"2025-09-25T14:00:25","date_gmt":"2025-09-25T14:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/?p=1665"},"modified":"2025-09-25T14:00:26","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T14:00:26","slug":"perfect-crochet-flower-granny-square","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/?p=1665","title":{"rendered":"Perfect Crochet Flower Granny Square"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hey there, fellow yarn enthusiasts! Are you ready to add a touch of floral charm to your crochet projects? Today, we&#8217;re diving into the delightful world of flower granny squares, a versatile and utterly charming motif that can transform anything from blankets to bags into a blooming masterpiece. Inspired by the beautiful &#8220;Perfect Flower Blanket&#8221; tutorial by Sara&#8217;s Crochet on YouTube, we&#8217;re going to break down the steps to create your own vibrant floral squares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxresdefault-11-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxresdefault-11-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxresdefault-11-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxresdefault-11-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxresdefault-11.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You&#8217;ll Need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before we begin our floral adventure, gather your supplies. The video uses a 3.5mm hook, and I recommend a sport weight or DK yarn for a similar delicate look. You&#8217;ll need at least three colors: one for the flower center, one for the petals, one for the leaves, and one for the outer square. Think contrasting colors to make your flower pop!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Yarn:<\/strong> Worsted weight yarn in at least 4 colors (e.g., Yellow, Pink, Green, White)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hook:<\/strong> 3.5mm crochet hook (or size appropriate for your yarn)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scissors<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yarn Needle<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Let&#8217;s Get Started: The Heart of the Flower (Round 1)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our journey begins with the very core of our flower. This initial step sets the stage for all the beautiful petals to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Create a Magic Circle:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re new to magic circles, don&#8217;t worry! The video at shows a clear demonstration. It\u2019s a fantastic way to create a tight center with no gaps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet) and make 11 Double Crochets (dc) into the magic circle:<\/strong> This will give you a total of 12 double crochets, including your initial chain 3.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Slip stitch to the top of the initial chain 3 to close the round:<\/strong> Gently pull your magic circle tight, but not too tight that it puckers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>(You should now have a small, colorful circle. This is your flower&#8217;s bright center!)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres2-10-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres2-10-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres2-10-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres2-10-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres2-10.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Petal Power: Bringing the Flower to Life (Round 2)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now for the fun part \u2013 crafting those lovely petals!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Change to your petal color.<\/strong> You can join your new yarn with a slip stitch in any chain space or between any two double crochets from the previous round.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chain 3 (counts as first part of dc3tog).<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work 2 double crochets together (dc2tog) in the same stitch:<\/strong> This forms your first &#8220;petal&#8221; stitch, a cluster that gives the petals their beautiful texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chain 2.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Repeat (dc3tog, chain 2) in each chain space around.<\/strong> You should have 12 petal clusters in total.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Slip stitch into the top of the initial dc3tog to complete the round.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fasten off your petal color and weave in ends.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>(Your flower should now be taking shape with lovely, puffy petals!)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres3-10-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres3-10-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres3-10-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres3-10-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres3-10.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leafy Borders: Adding a Touch of Green (Round 3)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, we&#8217;ll introduce some green to frame our bloom, transforming our circular flower into the beginning of a square.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Join your green yarn in any chain 2 space from the previous round<\/strong> with a slip stitch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet), then 1 double crochet in the same space.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work 2 Treble Crochets (Trc) in the next chain space.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Then, 2 double crochets in the next chain space.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>In the corner space, work (2 double crochet, 2 treble crochet, chain 2, 2 treble crochet, 2 double crochet).<\/strong> This creates the distinct corner of our granny square.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Repeat the side and corner pattern around your square.<\/strong> Each side will consist of (2 double crochet, 2 treble crochet, 2 double crochet) and each corner will be the established (2 dc, 2 Trc, ch 2, 2 Trc, 2 dc) pattern.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Slip stitch into the top of the initial chain 3 to close the round<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fasten off your green yarn and weave in ends.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>(You should now have a clear square shape with green &#8220;leaves&#8221; framing your flower.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres1-10-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres1-10-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres1-10-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres1-10-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres1-10.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Squaring It Up: The Final Border (Round 4)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To complete our granny square, we&#8217;ll add a final border, typically in a neutral color to really make the flower and leaves pop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Join your main square color (e.g., white) in any chain 2 corner space<\/strong> with a slip stitch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet), then 1 double crochet in the same corner space.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chain 2, then 2 double crochets in the same corner space.<\/strong> This completes your first corner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work 4 double crochets across the first side.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>In the next corner space, work (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet).<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Repeat (4 double crochets along the side, then a corner of 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) around the square.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Slip stitch into the top of the initial chain 3 to close the round<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fasten off your yarn and weave in all remaining ends<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>(Voila! You now have a beautiful floral granny square ready to be joined with others to create a stunning blanket, cushion cover, or anything your heart desires!)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Finishing Touches (Optional, but Recommended!):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Blocking:<\/strong> For a professional finish and to ensure your squares are all the same size and shape, gently wet your squares and pin them to a foam board or mat to their desired dimensions. Let them dry completely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Joining:<\/strong> Once you have a collection of these lovely squares, you can join them using your preferred method (e.g., slip stitch, single crochet, invisible seam) to create a larger project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"864\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Perfect-Crochet-Flower-Granny-Square-864x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1670\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Perfect-Crochet-Flower-Granny-Square-864x1024.png 864w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Perfect-Crochet-Flower-Granny-Square-253x300.png 253w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Perfect-Crochet-Flower-Granny-Square-768x910.png 768w, https:\/\/www.phumikhmer5.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Perfect-Crochet-Flower-Granny-Square.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 864px) 100vw, 864px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I hope you enjoyed this detailed pattern! Feel free to experiment with different color combinations and yarn weights to make each flower granny square truly your own. Happy crocheting!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Video tutorial:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Perfect Flower Blanket \ud83d\udc49Crochet Flower Granny square \ud83d\udc49perfect Beginner&#039;s design For Throw @sara1111 \" width=\"735\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/duFJF-ZbCQ8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hey there, fellow yarn enthusiasts! 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