Flower Granny Square - Creative Cynchronicity

When I think back to the cozy evenings spent watching my grandmother crochet, granny squares are one of the first things that come to mind. Ma had this way of turning simple scraps of yarn into something that felt like a warm hug.

This crochet flower granny square brings that same sense of comfort and joy. Whether you’re just learning or you’ve been crocheting for years, this easy-to-follow pattern lets you whip up a sweet floral square perfect for spring blankets, cheerful bags, or even home décor.

Best of all, this DIY crochet flower block is beginner-friendly and comes together quickly because creativity shouldn’t feel complicated.

Flat lay of two crochet flower granny squares in warm and cool colors with text overlay reading “step-by-step tutorial”

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Crochet Granny Square Flower Pattern

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List of Supplies for Simple Crochet Flower Square:

Yarn – Worsted weight works well – Ma’s favorite was Red Heart yarn.
Crochet hook – 3.5 to 5 mm works best. I used 5 mm (H-8)
A pair of scissors
Needle

Stitches (crochet abbreviations) used for this project

Magic ring/ loop – MR
Chain stitch – CH
Double Crochet – DC
Treble Crochet – TC
Slip Knot – Sl St
Stitch – St

Orange and purple granny squares positioned diagonally from each other on a wood background.

Beginner Crochet Granny Square FAQs:

What yarn and hook size should I use?

Worsted weight yarn and a 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook work well for this pattern, but feel free to adjust based on your preference or scrap yarn stash.

Is this pattern suitable for beginners?

Yes! This pattern is written with beginners in mind. If you can make a magic ring, double crochet, and chain, you’re all set.

Can I change the flower colors?

Definitely — play with different colors for petals and centers to match your style or the season!

Can I use these granny squares to make a blanket?

Absolutely! These flower squares are great for patching together a cozy afghan. Just make as many as you’d like and join them with your favorite method.

What else can I make with these flower squares?

They’re perfect for pillow covers, tote bags, scarves, or even stitched onto a denim jacket for a custom touch. Ma even made them into a vest for me! There are more ideas in the printable below.

Click on the image below for a free printable:

Floral Crochet Square Tutorial

Starting the flower granny square by creating a magic circle with peach yarn and a crochet hook.

Step 1:

Select a yarn for the center of the flower. Make a magic ring and chain 2.

Chain stitches being worked into the magic circle to begin the flower granny square.

Step 2:

Work a double crochet into the magic ring.

Completed center ring of the flower granny square with stitches forming a circular base.

Step 3:

Repeat double crochet 14 times into the MR. There should be a total of 15 DC in the magic ring.

First round of stitches finished for the flower granny square base using peach-colored yarn.

Step 4:

Insert the hook into the very first DC, then work a slip-stitch

Joining the first round of the flower granny square with a slip stitch to close the circle.

Step 5:

Work 2 chains on the hook.

Starting the next round by chaining at the top of the completed circle in the flower granny square.

Step 6:

Now yarn over, and insert the hook into the same stitch. Pull the yarn through the same stitch without working any stitches.

First petal stitch being worked into the second round of the flower granny square.

Step 7:

Repeat it 2 times and you should have 7 loops on your hook.

Close-up of a puff stitch being formed for one of the flower petals in the granny square.

Step 8:

Now grab the yarn and pull it through all the loops. This stitch is called a bubble.

Chain space created between petal stitches in the second round of the flower granny square.

Step 9:

Chain 1.

Second round complete with several petal stitches forming a flower shape in the granny square center.

Step 10:

Work another bubble into the next stitch of the previous row. Repeat it until you have 16 bubbles in the current row.

Completing the final puff stitch of the flower center in the crochet granny square.

Step 11:

Insert the hook between the first chain 2 and the first bubble stitch.

Center of the crochet flower granny square fully finished, ready for color change.

Step 12:

Grab the yarn, make a slip-stitch, and cut off the yarn.

Bright orange yarn attached to start the next round of the flower granny square.

Step 13:

Add new yarn.

Third round of the flower granny square beginning with a chain in the new yarn color.

Step 14:

Chain 2.

First puff stitch being worked in orange yarn to begin the petal round.

Step 15:

Yarn over and pull it through the same stitch. Grab the yarn and pull up, now you have 3 loops on your hook. Now grab the yarn and pull through the first 2 loops. You should have 2 loops on the hook.

Multiple yarn-overs forming a puff stitch in the third round of the flower granny square.

Step 16:

Repeat this 3 times and you should have 5 loops on the hook.

First completed puff stitch of the petal round using bright orange yarn.

Step 17:

Now grab the yarn and pull it through all the 5 loops.

Chain stitches added after the puff stitch to space the petals apart in the granny square.

Step 18:

Work 2 chains on the hook.

Full round of puff stitch petals completed in orange yarn on the flower granny square.

Step 19:

Repeat the previous stitch pattern 15 times for this row. You should have 16 bubble stitches at the end of this round.

Top view of completed petal round with peach center and orange petals in the flower granny square.

Step 20:

Insert the hook between the first 2 bubble stitch and work a slip stitch.

Joining white yarn to begin the final round of the crochet granny square.

Step 21:

Add new yarn through a gap between any 2 bubble stitches of the last round.

Starting the final round of the granny square with white yarn on the hook.

Step 22:

Chain 4.

Chain and first double crochet stitches made with white yarn on the granny square.

Step 23:

Work 2 treble crochet through the same stitch.

White yarn round continued with chain and double crochet building the corner.

Step 24:

Chain 3.

First corner of the granny square completed with three double crochets and chain.

Step 25:

Again work 3 treble crochet into the same stitch. The first corner of our granny square is done.

Working along the side of the granny square with double crochet stitches in white yarn.

Step 26:

Work 3 DC into the next stitch.

Half of the white border round completed on the granny square with visible stitches.

Step 27:

Again work 3 DC crochet into the next 2 stitches.

Nearly finished final round of white yarn on the granny square.

Step 28:

Repeat the corner stitch pattern into the next stitch (the 5^th).

Square shape taking form as the white border round nears completion.

Step 29:

Repeat the 3 DC into the next 3 stitches and corner stitch pattern in the 4^th until the 4 sides of the granny square are covered.

Completed granny square with center puff stitches and white border fully crocheted.

Step 30:

Insert the hook between the first chain 4 and the first treble stitch and make a slip-stitch. Cut off extra yarn and tuck the remaining yarn on the backside of the crochet pattern to secure the ending.

Two finished granny squares in orange and purple color schemes, laid side by side on a light wood surface.

I hope this crochet flower granny square brings you a little peace, a little joy, and a big sense of accomplishment. If you make some of your own, I’d love to see them. Share them on Instagram and tag me @cyngagen. Or share it on my Facebook page Creative Cynchronicity.

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