The Zest Granny Square is a fun and free granny square pattern that works up in no time and you can make lots of great crochet projects from it! Get the free pattern BELOW or purchase the ad free, printable PDF version here.
Design
Today’s free crochet pattern is the Zest Granny Square, this crochet pattern starts off in the round with a circle design and then becomes a granny square but it then finishes off as a solid square. This granny square has a lot going on but it is actually really simple to crochet and the finished square is beautiful, this would also look great in a single color! The zest granny square is suited for an advanced beginner crocheter but still enjoyable for an advanced crocheter.
Copyright
This Zest Granny Square is an original design to Truly Crochet so please do not copy, share, adjust or sell the original form in part or in whole, you can make things from it for personal use only. Do not make a large item from this motif and then sell it as your own original design – I work very hard creating original designs so please be mindful.
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- Written instructions
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- All yarn information
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Materials:
- G/4mm Crochet Hook
- Any DK yarn – Choose 6 different colors – All yarn information is included in the paid version.
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle – weaving in ends
- Tape Measure
- Blocking Boards
- Blocking Pins
Size
- 4.75 inches approx per motif
Gauge
- 4.75 inches approx after 6 rounds in pattern
Abbreviations:
Ch Chain
Dc Double Crochet
St(s) Stitch(es)
Beg Beginning
Written In:
This pattern is written using American standard crochet terminology.
Notes:
- Repeat what is in between the stars from * to * until the end of the row
- Read each row carefully before starting the row
Zest Granny Square Pattern
Let’s get to the pattern!
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R1. Make a magic circle, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) Work 12dc in magic circle, join with a slip stitch to beg dc – Fasten off (12dc)
Alt. Ch4, join with a slip stitch to beg ch to form a ring, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) Work 12dc in ring, join with a slip stitch to beg dc – Fasten off (12dc)
R2. Join yarn in any dc, ch4 (counts as 1dc, ch2) Work (1dc, ch2) in each dc around, join with a slip stitch in next ch2 space skipping beg dc – Fasten off (12dc + 12 ch2 spaces)
R3. Join yarn in any ch2 space, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) * Work (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch2 space, skip next dc (3dc in next ch2 space, skip next dc) – Repeat 1 more time * Repeat from * to * all the way around, join with a slip stitch to beg dc – Fasten off – (x4 (2dc, ch2, 2dc) + x8 lots of 3dc)
R4. Join yarn in any ch2 space, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) * Work (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch2 space, skip next 2dc (work 3dc in space before the next 3dc, skip next 3dc) – Repeat 1 more time work 3dc in space before the next 2dc, skip next 2dc * Repeat from * to * all the way around, join with a slip stitch to beg dc – Fasten off – (x4 (2dc, ch2, 2dc) + x12 lots of 3dc)
R5. Join yarn in any ch2 space, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) * Work (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch2 space, 1dc in next 13dc * Repeat from * to * all the way around, join with a slip stitch to beg dc – Fasten off – (x4 (2dc, ch2, 2dc) + 52dc)
R6. Join yarn in any ch2 space, ch1 (does not count as a stitch) * Work (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in ch2 space, 1dc in next 17dc * Repeat from * to * all the way around, join with a slip stitch to beg dc – Fasten off – (x4 (2dc, ch2, 2dc) + 68dc)
Weave in all ends. Move on to blocking.
Blocking:
If you are using natural fiber yarn – Soak the finished motif for 10 minutes in cool water and squeeze excess water out gently. Do not twist. Lay damp motif on blocking boards and use blocking pins to hold in place. Let your motif dry completely before unpinning.
If you are using synthetic yarn – You can steam block either with a hand steamer or the steam function of your iron by holding the steamer above your motif for a couple of seconds making sure you don’t touch the yarn otherwise it will burn.
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.
