Ayy, love this one! 💛 The Crochet Mini Grannies Granny Square is like a granny square inside a granny square—a fun, layered take on a classic! It’s cute, quick, and perfect for using up scraps. Great for colorful patchwork projects like blankets, totes, cardigans, or even coasters.
What Is a Mini Grannies Granny Square?
Think of it as a granny square made up of tiny granny squares or a granny square pattern that mimics multiple small squares inside one big square—usually using clever color changes and stitch placement. It gives a retro, patchwork look and adds visual interest with minimal complexity.
There are two common styles:
- Single granny square with color blocks that look like mini grannies.
- Four or more mini granny squares crocheted separately and joined together, then edged with a round or two of granny stitches.
Basic Construction Method (Style 1 – Single Square That Looks Like Minis)
This one is worked as a regular granny square but with strategic color changes every few rounds to make it look like mini squares within a square.
🌈 Simple 3-Color Example:
- Round 1–2 (Color A): Start with a small granny square center (classic ch-3 corners with 3-dc clusters).
- Round 3–4 (Color B): Change color and work standard granny stitch round.
- Round 5–6 (Color C): Change color again and continue the granny pattern.
Each round “frames” the inner ones, giving the effect of stacked or layered mini squares. You can repeat the color order to mimic mini blocks.
Construction Method (Style 2 – Actual Joined Mini Squares)
Want more of a patchwork effect? Crochet four mini granny squares (2 or 3 rounds each), then:
- Join them with slip stitch or whip stitch in a 2×2 layout.
- Once joined, work a granny-style border around the joined piece to turn them into one cohesive square.
Great for when you want to use lots of tiny yarn scraps or make a “sampler” look.
Yarn, Hook & Style Tips
- Yarn: Use worsted or DK weight for best stitch definition.
- Hook: 4.0mm to 5.0mm depending on yarn.
- Color Tips:
- Try rainbow shades or mismatched scraps.
- Use white or black as a border color to frame each section and make the colors pop.
Project Ideas
- Patchy tote bag (join lots of mini grannies granny squares)
- Scrapbuster blanket with lots of color play
- Coasters or mug rugs
- Accent square on a sweater or vest
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