Looking to level up your granny square game? The 3D Petal Granny Square is a stunning twist on a classic — adding layers, texture, and beautiful dimension with every stitch. In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn exactly how to create this eye-catching square, featuring a floral center with petals that pop right off the surface. Whether you’re making a blanket, a bag, or a statement pillow, this square brings a whole new vibe to your crochet projects.
We’ll start from the very beginning — no need to be an expert to follow along. You’ll use familiar stitches like chains, double crochets, and slip stitches, with a few clever techniques to form those lovely, layered petals. The result? A square that looks intricate and artistic but is surprisingly simple once you break it down round by round.
The best part about the 3D Petal Granny Square is how customizable it is. Try soft pastels for a delicate, vintage feel, or go bold with bright, contrasting colors to make each petal pop. You can even mix different textures of yarn for extra flair. These squares can be joined together to make a cozy throw, a standout tote bag, or even a decorative wall hanging — the creative possibilities are endless.
So grab your favorite hook, pick out your yarn, and crochet along with us. Whether you’re crafting solo or joining a stitch group, this 3D granny square is a fun way to explore texture and color in your work. By the end of this guide, you’ll not only have a beautiful new motif to show off — you’ll also have added another creative technique to your crochet toolkit.
Tutorial and photos of this granny square by: Angeles Nieto El Mundo Crochet.