15 Granny Stitch Crochet Patterns

The traditional granny stitch is something that all beginners learn when making squares – but there is so much more you can create with the granny stitch.

This collection of 15 crochet patterns, all feature this popular crochet stitch and show lots of different examples of how it can be used; From granny stitch shawls, granny stitch cushions, granny square tote bags and much, much more! 

23 Granny Square Stitch crochet patterns

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15 Granny Stitch Crochet Patterns 

The granny stitch is the mainstay for many crocheters. I love granny squares, always have! 

Being a child of the 80’s, they had fallen out of favour by the time I started to really appreciate the traditional granny square.

The huge trend for all things granny square has seen celebrities sporting their own granny square clothes and designers sending crochet down the runway all season long.


Back for it’s 2nd year, the Stitching with Granny event, is perfect for those people who have moved beyond the basic granny square and are looking to get their hook in to something a little more exciting while still celebrating the granny stitch.

Stitching with Granny | 15 Granny Stitch Patterns

Each pattern listed below uses the granny stitch in some way, and as you’ll discover, the granny stitch is possibly the least boring stitch – it can be used in so many different ways!

You’ll find crochet patterns for you, your family and your home! There are

  • Cushion covers and more for the home
  • Crochet shawls and wraps
  • Bags and pouches
  • and more…

How this round up | Stitching with Granny 2022

Simply scroll through the images to find all the inspirational patterns that all use the granny stitch and click the button to find out more about the pattern.

Granny’s Coming Out of Her Shell

by Cosy Rosie UK

This lightweight shawl makes the most of the granny stitch by using a framed, shell stitch variation to create a lacy granny stitch wrap that is great to dress up any outfit. 

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Summer Breeze Tee

by Sunflower Cottage Crochet

Crochet this gorgeous modern women’s tee in sizes XS-5XL This tee has a simple construction with optional ribbing around the bottom. Designed to not show your bra line it looks great on women of all ages and sizes!

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Cabled Granny Pillow

by Juniper & Oakes

Grab a skein of blanket yarn and crochet up this soft, textured pillow. This patterns features crochet cables and the granny stitch in the round. Play with the colors of your yarn to find the perfect shade to make the texture in your pillow really pop!

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Bjorn the Granny Square Bear

by Green Fox Farms Designs

Bjorn the Granny Square Bear is sure to be a favorite toy for your little one! This sweet bear is the perfect companion for bedtime or playtime!

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Granny Square Tote Bag

by Crochets by Trista

Tote around your favorite things with the Granny Square Tote Bag.

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Wayfarer Scarf

by Valzies Boutique

Make this quick and fun scarf using the simple granny stitches. The tassels add an extra bit of fun to this cute scarf.

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Celosia Spring Top

by Pam’s Cozy Corner

A beautiful granny crochet top that will soon become your favorite top. The pattern is easy to follow and works up fast.

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Reversible Crochet Blanket

by Fosbas Designs 

This clever design creates a truly reversible blanket that going to keep your loved ones nice warm in the colder weather. 

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Granny Merge Semi

by Me ‘n’ My Hook

Easy beginner semi circular shawl pattern featuring the granny stitch, and finished with an optional picot edge.

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Melody Shawl

by The Loophole Fox

The Melody Shawl uses a combination of the Granny Stitch and V stitches to create a “melody” of these beloved stitches. With large sections of Granny Stitch and delicate details in V stitches, it has a whimsical yet classic look and feel. 

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Cecelia Granny Shawl

by Pam’s Cozy Corner

A vibrant granny stitch shawl that is quick and easy to make and perfect for the cool weather.

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Briar Rose Bag

by MadameStitch

Step out in style with this cute little granny pouch drawstring bag. The Briar Rose bag carries all your small essentials and adds a pop of fun color to any outfit. 

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Aztec Granny Bag

by Simply Melanie Jane

Granny stitch meets Mosaic! Create this
fun, modern bag while using both the granny stitch and the much loved mosaic crochet technique.

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Playful Poncho

by Straight Hooked 

This elegant poncho uses simple repeats and looks great on both men and women! Add the optional Granny Stitch Edging for a final flourish.

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Granny Merge Maxi

by Me ‘n’ My Hook

Make your own easy summer dress with this easy size inclusive no sew maxi dress pattern, featuring 3 different granny squares.  Great in solids or multi

Discount Code: 1MAXI1

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If you’d like even more Granny Square Stitch inspiration, why not check out these other Cosy Rosie Designs and tutorials:

Other Granny Square Stitch Patterns:

Running Rings Tea Pot

Granny’s Clutch Bag

Really, Really Wanna Wrap

Nobody Puts Granny in the Corner Scarf

Granny Square Stitch Blanket

Granny Square Stitch Tutorials:

5 Fantastic Finishes – blanket borders

How to crochet a basic granny square

Granny Square Rectangle.

A massive thank you to all the amazing crochet designers for including their patterns in this collection – I can’t wait to make them all!

*This article, pattern and its images are copyright protected and the sole property of Fiona Field/Cosy Rosie UK 2021. Please do not redistribute, transfer, sell the pattern, or alter it to claim as your own. *

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