Crochet this super easy bobble granny square – This is the Moonshine Granny Square pattern which is a simple yet fun crochet project, and it’s also a free crochet pattern! keep reading to find out more, get the free pattern below or purchase the ad free, printable PDF version here.
Design
The Moonshine Granny Square is a beginner friendly crochet pattern which features bobbles and a granny square. The stitches used in this pattern are the chain stitch, double crochet and bobble stitch, combined, these stitches make a striking granny square and it’s such an easy pattern that you would be able to make several in a day! If you are struggling with the stitches i have a photo tutorial of each round in the paid PDF version of this pattern.
You can use this granny square to make lots of different things from bags, accessories, blankets and clothing, the possibilities are absolutely endless! The only thing you can not do with this pattern is sell the actual granny square design as your own in whole or as part of another pattern, it is for personal use only but you can sell what you make from the pattern.
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This version includes a photo tutorial!
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Yarn:
For this crochet dishcloth project I used the Rico Creative Cotton Aran which is such a dream to work with, it comes in such an array of colors which are so fresh, vibrant and modern which makes them perfect for homeware, accessories and clothing.
Cotton yarns are perfect for crocheting granny square projects like this one.
- 50 grams
- 92 yards /85 meters
- 100% Cotton
- Machine Washable
Buy the yarn for this project HERE
Yarn Substitutions:
It is very easy to substitute this yarn all you would need to do is find a yarn that is 100% cotton and one that is either aran or worsted weight.
Pattern:
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Supplies:
- H/5mm Crochet hook
- Rico Creative Cotton Aran or Any Cotton Aran Yarn – Scrap yarn was used
- 1 – Mustard
- 2 – Flamingo
- 3 – Ice Blue
- 4 – Pink
- 5 – White
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needle – Weaving in ends
- Tape Measure
Size:
- 4.25 inch square (approx)
Gauge:
- 5 rounds of square pattern = 4.25 inches (approx)
Abbreviations:
Ch Chain
dc Double Crochet
St(s) Stitch(es)
Beg Beginning
Bobble Stitch – * Yarn over, insert hook into allocated space, draw up a loop * – Repeat 3 more times, yarn over, pull through all 9 loops on hook
Written In:
This pattern is written using American standard crochet terminology.
Moonshine Granny Square
Notes:
- After you fasten off on any round, when you go to join for the next round, join in a completely different ch space as this stops your square from slanting
R1. With Yarn 1 – Make a magic ring, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) Work (Bobble stitch, ch1) in ring – Repeat 5 more times, join with a slip stitch in top of first bobble stitch, slip stitch into next ch1 space, fasten off (x6 bobbles + x6 ch1 spaces)
Alternatively. Ch4, join with a slip stitch to beg ch to form a ring, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) Work (Bobble stitch, ch1) in ring – Repeat 5 more times, join with a slip stitch in top of first bobble stitch, slip stitch into next ch1 space, fasten off (x6 bobbles + x6 ch1 spaces)
R2. Join Yarn 2 in any ch1 space, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) Work (Bobble Stitch, ch1, Bobble Stitch, ch1) in each ch1 space around, join with a slip stitch in top of first bobble stitch, slip stitch into next ch1 space, fasten off ( x12 bobbles + x12 ch1 spaces)
R3. Join Yarn 3 in any ch1 space, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) Work (2dc, ch1) in each ch1 space around, join with a slip stitch in top of beg dc, slip stitch into next ch1 space, fasten off ( x24dc + x12 ch1 spaces)
R4. Join Yarn 4 in any ch1 space, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) Work (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in same ch1 space (corner made) 3dc in next 2 ch1 spaces * Work (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch1 space (corner made) 3dc in next 2 ch1 spaces * Repeat from * to * all the way around, join with a slip stitch to beg dc, slip stitch into next ch2 space, fasten off (x4 corners (3dc, ch2, 3dc) + x8 3dc groups)
R5. Join Yarn 5 in any ch2 space, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) Work (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in same ch2 space (corner made) work 3dc in next 3 spaces between the corners * Work (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch2 space (corner made) 3dc in next 3 spaces between the corners * Repeat from * to * all the way around, join with a slip stitch to beg dc, slip stitch into next ch2 space, fasten off (x4 corners (3dc, ch2, 3dc) + x12 3dc groups)
Weave in all the ends.
Blocking:
Soak the finished square for about 10 minutes in cool water and squeeze excess water out gently. Do not twist. Lay damp square on blocking boards and stretch to 4.25 inch width x 4.25 inch length. Use blocking pins to hold in place. Let your square dry completely before unpinning.
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Terms of use:
For personal use only. Do not copy, share or sell the pattern in part or whole.
You may sell the finished item made using this pattern.
