How to Crochet a Solid Granny Square (Easy Pattern for Beginners)

A solid granny square pattern is perfect for crocheters who want the classic granny square shape without large open spaces. These squares create a denser fabric, making them ideal for blankets, cushions, bags, and garments. In this tutorial, you will learn how to crochet a solid granny square step by step, including two beginner-friendly variations: the basic solid granny square and a no-gap version. These patterns are portable, easy to customize, and perfect for using up yarn scraps.

What is a Solid Granny Square

Solid granny squares are an ideal choice for those who don’t really like the look of all the holes in a conventional granny square. They are usually made in a single color, or perhaps two colors, instead of the traditional granny square, which is often done in a different color for each round. They still have the advantage of being small and portable, though, so they are ideal for crocheters on the go!

There are various options for making solid granny squares, some involving complex stitches. Here, I will give instructions for making two simple versions suitable for beginners.

1. Basic solid granny square
2. Solid granny square with no gaps

Learn how to make a basic granny square or granny stripe with holes. This is a great stitch for blankets and larger items as it is faster than solid granny squares.

Why Choose a Solid Granny Square?

A solid granny square creates a denser fabric than a traditional granny square, making it warmer and sturdier. Because there are fewer holes, solid granny squares are ideal for blankets, bags, cushions, and garments where you want more coverage. While they use slightly more yarn than traditional granny squares, they produce a polished look that works well in both modern and classic crochet projects.

Pattern Type	Skill Level	Look	Best For
Basic Solid Granny Square	Beginner	Small corner gaps	Blankets, scarves, cushions
No-Gap Solid Granny Square	Beginner–Intermediate	Fully solid texture	Modern blankets, garments
Circle-to-Square Granny Square	Intermediate	Decorative center	Throws, statement projects

How to Make Solid Granny Squares (Step by Step)

This is the most commonly used version of the solid granny square. It is easy to make and is also suitable for those who like to crochet while chatting or watching TV. (Multitaskers!) It is a basic pattern that has been around for many years. It makes a solid square with small decorative gaps in the corners.

Here is how to crochet a solid granny square for beginners:

Round 1:

1. Start with a magic ring, or chain 4, and join with a slip stitch to make a ring.
2. Chain 5 (This counts as 1 dc, plus ch 2).
3. Work 3 double crochet into the ring . Chain 2 (This makes the first double crochet group).
4. Work 3 double crochet into the ring. Chain 2.
5. Work 3 double crochet into the ring. Chain 2

For the last double crochet group:

1. Work 2 double crochet into ring
2. Insert the hook into the 3^rd chain of the 5 starting chains
3. Slip stitch to close the round

You should now have 4 double crochet groups and 4 corner spaces.

Round 2:

1. Insert the hook into the corner space where you have just finished round 1. Make a slip stitch into this space.
2. Chain 5 (This counts as 1 dc plus 2 ch sp)
3. Work 2 double crochet into corner space
4. Work 1 double crochet into the 3 stitches of the previous row (Pass your hook under both loops of the double crochet stitch every time)
5. Work the corner (2 dc, ch2, 2 dc)

For the rest of round 2:

1. Work 1 double crochet into each of next 3 stitches, then (2dc, 2ch, 2dc) into the next corner space (Second side)
2. Work 1 double crochet into each of next 3 stitches, then (2dc, 2ch, 2dc) into the next corner space (Third side).
3. Make 1 double crochet into each of the next 3 stitches (Fourth side)
4. To make your final corner, double crochet into the first corner space, insert hook into 3^rd chain of the initial 5 chains and make a slip stitch.

Round 3:

1. Insert hook into same corner space, and work a slip stitch.
2. Chain 5, work 2 double crochet into corner space.
3. Work 1 double crochet into each of next 7 stitches.
4. Work (2dc, ch2, 2 dc) into corner space. This is your corner group.
5. Repeat 7 dc and corner group along each side.
6. Slip stitch into the 3^rd chain of the starting chain.

Round 4 and Beyond

You can stop here if you want cute little squares, or continue to work around if you want larger squares. If you want the larger version, repeat working 1 dc into each stitch, then a corner group for each side. Continue working until your square is the desired size, then fasten off your yarn, leaving a long tail for stitching up your squares later.

Tips for a Basic Solid Granny Square

If you are using up your scraps, arrange them before sewing together to get the most pleasing color combination.  If you are using a single color, simply sew all the blocks together and weave in any loose ends. You could also choose a stripey effect, sew the blocks together in rows, one row dark, one row light, then sew all the rows together in stripes. These blocks can be used to make absolutely anything- blankets, throws, cushions, scarves, bags. Your imagination is the only limit here!

Solid Granny Square Variation (No Gaps)

For those who really don’t want any gaps at all in their crochet solid squares, not even in the corners, there is a solution for you too! Instead of using chain stitches to create the corners, you will use a taller treble stitch to make your corner a turning point.

Here is how to crochet a solid granny square with no gaps:

Round 1:

1. Start with a magic ring or chain 4, and join into a loop with a slip stitch.
2. Chain 4 (This counts as 1 treble). Into the ring, work 3 double crochet.
3. [1 treble, 3 double crochet] three times. (It starts to look square.)
4. Join with a slip stitch into the top of the 4th starting chain.

You should have 16 stitches altogether, 3 double crochet per side and 1 treble for each corner. You can see how those taller treble stitches are already forming the corners of the solid square.

Round 2:

1. Chain 4. 2 double crochet into the same stitch (This is the top of the previous rounds starting chain.)
2. * Double crochet into each dc stitch on the first side of the square. (There will be 3 stitches in this round)
3. Make (2dc, 1 tr, 2 dc) into each corner treble. (If you find it difficult to identify the treble in each corner, use a stitch marker to help you.)
4. Repeat from * until the last corner, then work 2 double crochet into the base of starting chain to finish the corner.
5. Join with a slip stitch into the top of the starting chain.

Round 3 and Beyond:

1. Repeat the pattern set in round 2 until your square is the required size.
2. When the square is large enough, fasten off the yarn and weave in the ends.         

This would make a very elegant and tasteful solid granny square blanket, especially if all the squares are made in the same color.

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Solid Granny Square Pattern – In Conclusion

A solid granny square pattern is a versatile crochet technique that creates a neat, dense fabric perfect for blankets, cushions, bags, and other crochet projects. Whether you choose the basic version, the no-gap style, or the circle-to-square variation, these easy crochet squares are simple to customize in any color combination.

Once you master the pattern repeat, you can create endless crochet designs. Whichever solid granny square you prefer, whether you choose to make it in a single color or a whole rainbow of colors, make up a whole basket full of squares and then stitch them into a marvelous granny square blanket or throw. Read my article on how to join granny squares for the next step. I am now feeling inspired to make a ‘circle into square’ version, with white dots in the center and blue background. It is going to look so pretty as a throw at the bottom of my bed in my blue and white bedroom! I hope you have been equally inspired to make something wonderful either for yourself or as a gift! Learn how to make a 2 color granny square.

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