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Cozy Concentric Granny Square Crochet Pattern
Hello, fellow crochet lovers! There’s something truly magical about creating a granny square, isn’t there? Each one feels like a little work of art, a tiny canvas for color and texture. Today, I’m so excited to share a pattern for a gorgeous concentric granny square that caught my eye. It features a delightful blend of muted colors – a deep teal center, soft greens, dusty pinks, creamy whites, all framed by a sophisticated dark grey. This square is not just pretty to look at; it’s also incredibly versatile. You can make a single one as a charming coaster or a decorative piece, or join several together to create stunning blankets, throws, cushions, or even unique garment accents. It’s a wonderful project for both beginners looking to expand their skills and experienced crocheters wanting a relaxing, colorful make.
Project Overview
This project guides you through creating a square crochet motif with a captivating concentric design. We’ll start from the center with a tight circle and expand outwards using a mix of stitches to create distinct color bands and a lovely textured finish. The pattern incorporates basic crochet stitches, making it accessible while still offering an engaging experience. The final square will have a beautiful framed look, perfect for adding a touch of handmade charm to any item.
Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate. Familiarity with basic crochet stitches like chain, single crochet, slip stitch, and double crochet is helpful. The color changes are straightforward, making it a great project to practice this technique.
Approximate Finished Size
Approximately 6.5 x 6.5 inches (16.5 x 16.5 cm), depending on your tension and yarn choice. This size is ideal for a single coaster or as a module for larger projects.
Materials
- Yarn: Worsted weight (Aran/10-ply) cotton or acrylic yarn in five colors:
- Color A: Dark Teal (center)
- Color B: Light Green
- Color C: Dusty Pink
- Color D: Cream
- Color E: Dark Grey/Black (border)
- Crochet Hook: 4.0 mm (G/6) or size needed to achieve a pleasing fabric density.
- Yarn Needle: For weaving in ends.
- Scissors: For cutting yarn.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- ch – chain
- st/sts – stitch/stitches
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
- FO – fasten off
Before You Begin / Pattern Notes
- This pattern is worked in rounds.
- Join each round with a sl st to the first stitch of the round, unless otherwise specified.
- Chain stitches at the beginning of a round usually count as a stitch (e.g., ch 3 counts as 1 dc) unless otherwise noted.
- To change colors, complete the last yarn over of the previous stitch with the new color.
- Read through the entire pattern before you start.
- Gauge is not critical for this project, but aim for even tension so your square lies flat.
Complete Crochet Pattern: Concentric Granny Square
Let’s begin our beautiful granny square! We’ll start with the vibrant center and work our way out, changing colors as we go to create that lovely layered effect.
Color A: Dark Teal Center
Rnd 1: Start with a MR. Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch), work 12 hdc into the MR. Join with a sl st to the first hdc. Pull the ring tight. (12 hdc)
Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dc in the same st. 2 dc in each remaining st around. Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3. FO Color A. (24 dc)
Color B: Light Green Layer
Join Color B in any stitch from Rnd 2.
Rnd 3:Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc). Dc in the next 2 sts. * in the next st (this forms a corner), dc in the next 5 sts*. Repeat from * to * 3 more times, omitting the last 3 dc on the final repeat. Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3. (36 dc, 4 ch-2 spaces)
Note: The corners are formed by a single stitch with a ch-2 space. This will create a more defined square shape.
Rnd 4:Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc). Dc in each dc until you reach the ch-2 corner space. *In the ch-2 corner space, work . Dc in each dc along the side* . Repeat from * to * 3 more times. Continue dc in remaining sts to complete the round. Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3. FO Color B. (52 dc, 4 ch-2 spaces)
Color C: Dusty Pink Layer
Join Color C in any ch-2 corner space.
