Most Popular Granny Squares for Throws & Blankets (Classic + Modern Ideas)
Granny squares are the ultimate “just one more square” crochet project — you start with one, and before you know it you’ve got enough for a whole throw blanket. Whether you love the classic granny square with its iconic corner gaps, or you prefer modern solid and floral styles with fewer holes, there’s a granny square for every mood, yarn stash, and skill level.
In this post, I’m sharing the most popular granny squares to use for throws and blankets, plus a few variations that give the traditional granny square a fresh little twist.
I have a question for you:
Is a crocheted square a granny square just because it is square (and made by a granny (emoji face)?
or
because the pattern repeats the 3 clusters of double crochets with spaces in between?
or
the pattern is square and there is a definite line of openings leading to the corners?
There is no question about it that the image below represents the classic granny square, but what about some of the fancier versions?
popular granny squares for throw and blankets
Quick Picks (Best Granny Squares for Throws)
Best “wow” square: Floral / African Flower style
Best for beginners: Solid Granny Square
Best modern look: Sunburst / Starburst
Best stash-buster: Classic Granny
Best cozy texture: Popcorn / Bobble Square
Best ‘different’ styles: Assymetrical Granny Squares
Best shapes: Circle Grannies
more about granny squares
As with everything in life, you will come across different patterns for the original granny square. Here follow some of the differences:
- Some patterns start with 4 chains, others with a magic ring;
- In multiple colored grannies, some people will cut the yarn at every color change and reconnect in any of the corners;
- The original granny square has 3 to 5 rows;
- In this tutorial, the pattern turns after the first row – some crocheters may not like the method because you end up with a mix of front and back views of the stitches.
Best Yarn for Granny Square Throws (My go-to options)
- Acrylic (easy wash, budget-friendly) – great for family blankets
- Cotton blend (heavier, crisp stitches) – modern look, great drape
- Chunky yarn (fast results) – perfect for quick cozy throws
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here are the most popular granny squares to use for throws or blankets
1. Classic Granny Square (The traditional everyone Knows) by GOOGLE / PINTEREST
Also called: Classic granny square, traditional granny
Why it’s popular: Quick, beginner-friendly, and perfect for stash-busting.
Try these classic-style variations:
- V-Stitch Floral Granny Square
- Split Granny Square
- Moss Stitch / Linen Stitch Granny Square (more of a “granny-inspired” square, but still fits beautifully in throws)
- Credit goes to Google or Pinterest for this image. Regrettably, there is no reference to the original owner of the image BUT it is an awesome graph of the traditional granny square and is also the pattern I’m using. Increase the rows to form a blanket – basically one big square. The only change to the pattern will be that the 3 x double crochet clusters will increase with each row.
- For a more graphical tutorial, check out The Humble Granny by Resfibreart.
- Want a modern take on the granny? Check out this 8-colored granny by By Crafty cc.
STITCH VARIATIONS OF THE CLASSIC GRANNY SQUARE
V-STITCH FLORAL GRANNY SQUARE
“This V-stitch floral granny square pattern is simple to make, but once you’ve worked up a few of them, in a wide variety of colors, you’ll see a little secret garden start blooming around you” these are the words All Free Crochet describes the pattern. The pattern is available on Repeat Crafter Me here.
SPLIT GRANNY SQUARE
The Split Granny Square is a combination of the classic and solid granny – with a very interesting effect.
The CREATIVE CROCHET WORKSHOP blog is one of the sites you won’t want to leave.
Here is a list of some of her Granny Square posts:
- Four Heart Petal Granny Square
- DragonFly Granny Square
- Lacy Flower Wheel Granny Square
- Frilly Circle Granny Square
MOSS OR LINEN STITCH GRANNY by Look at what I made
If you a regular reader of my blog, you’ll know by now that I am in love with everything moss stitch. This moss square pattern is one of the next I am going to be using. Awesome pattern!
SMALL GRANNY SQUARES TO USE IN PIXEL ART CROCHET
I was amazed at the lovely designs created with small granny squares worked together – some even as small as a 2-row square.
For more detail, check out one of my previous posts covering all the ins-and-outs of this lovely art!
2. Asymmetrical Granny Squares (Mitered & Corner-Style Squares)
These are ideal if you want something a bit quirky, modern, or graphic-looking. They work especially well for striped throws or color play.
Popular options:
Rainbow Corner Square
Mitered Daisy Square
Pattern and Image property of Tejiendo Peru
BY TEJIENDO PERU
Click on the link above to take you to the site. Then scroll down to Number 52 to get to the asymmetrical or mitered granny pattern. Whilst on her blog, try searching for more granny square patterns. Most of her posts include diagrams, so there is no real need to translate.
The colors of this Daisy granny square is screaming summer, spring and Joy! Video Tutorial available on the blog linked here.
A solid mitered granny that can be used in corners or along the edges or to use in different angles.
3. Circle-to-Square Granny Squares (Round Centres That Turn Into Squares)
This style gives you a softer, more modern look, and it’s brilliant for using strong colour combos.
Popular option:
Color Wheel Granny Square
Image property of Just B Crafty
The blogger Annie, calls her pattern ‘The Happy Flower’ square. She offers a picture tutorial of what I would call a granny in the round ending square!
4. Solid Granny Squares (Modern, Neat, Less “Hole-y”)
If you want a warmer blanket with fewer gaps (and a cleaner finish), solid granny squares are your bestie.
Popular option:
Solid Granny Square (Maria’s Blue Crayon style)
Maria crocheted her solid squares in colors to match her ocean theme. But you don’t have to stick to one color – the pattern lends itself to a lot of variations.
5. Floral Granny Squares (The Prettiest Squares for Throws)
Floral squares are showstoppers. If you want your throw to look like a “proper” heirloom piece, these do the job.
Popular options:
Never Ending Wildflower Square (Little Monkeys Crochet)
Daisy Flower Granny Square (Color ‘N Cream)
DAISY FLOWER GRANNY SQUARE BY COLOR ‘N CREAM
The pattern used in the image above is by Color ‘n Cream. It was the first time I ever crocheted the daisy and with her proper picture tutorial I had no problem whatsoever. Some patterns do a 8-petal daisy which also looks nice. The stitch used to create the petal is a triple crochet cluster.
NEVER ENDING WILDFLOWER BY LITTLE MONKEYS CROCHET
My list will not be complete without the STUNNING GIANT wildflower granny square by Rebecca. My granddaughter will call it Super ‘Mooi’ (translated to ‘pretty’, ‘beautiful’, ‘stunning’).
I want one!
How to Choose the Best Granny Square for Your Blanket
Here are some ideas for your to consider:
Best stash-buster: Traditional granny + color changes
Beginner + fast: Classic granny square
Warmest throw: Solid granny squares
Most modern look: Circle-to-square or mitered styles
Most eye-catching: Floral squares
Combinations: Use a selection of 2 or 3 different granny squares to create a blanket.
FINAL WORDS on popular granny squares
The best granny square for a throw is the one you won’t get bored making halfway throug.
Start with one or two square styles, test your colours, and then repeat your favourite until you’ve got enough for a full blanket. If you’re still unsure, the classic granny square is always a safe choice — and it never goes out of style.
If you make a granny square throw using one of these ideas, I’d love to see it! Tag me or share it on Pinterest so we can all admire your beautiful handiwork.
more of the best granny square project patterns
Here are more granny square projects for your to make:
other granny square patterns (on the blog)
Solid Granny Square with Cluster Corners AKA Farmhouse Granny
Wonderful, can I use these squares to start my granny square afghan?
Yes, and new designs just keep coming! Crochet ladies around the world are very creative.
So many beautiful options!! The hardest part is how to decide which one to use first!!