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25 Easy Crochet Squares You Can Use To Make Blankets

February 23, 2020 By Corina 4 Comments

25 Easy Crochet Squares You Can Use To Make Blankets - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

I’m sure you are familiar now about the granny square which is an easy pattern to do and quite useful for a number of projects – whether it’s a simple washcloth or a huge bedspread.

In the same vein as the granny square, we’ve put together some of the most unique and easy crochet squares out there that you can try out to make blankets with. These range from cute, quirky to elegant and chic!

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Puppy Granny Square

A cute puppy square, perfect for making a baby blanket, or you can use the puppy as an applique on another project.

Via Wiam's Crafts

Puppy Granny Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Easy Peasy Flower Squares

Join these pretty crochet flower squares together to make a crochet blanket or even a cute crochet shawl. 

Via Knit Purl Hook

Easy Peasy Flower Squares - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Crochet Bobble Stitch Sheep Square

If you love sheep or know someone who has a fondness for this fuzzy animal, then this free crochet granny square pattern cannot be beat. Check out this fun pattern made with Lion Brand Vanna's Choice yarn.

Via Repeat Crafter Me

Crochet Bobble Stitch Sheep Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Minimen 6 Inch Afghan Squares

Fun square with 3 options! Cute little minions, or even a floral block!

Via Trifles & Treasures

Minimen 6 Inch Afghan Squares - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Heartful Granny Square

Spend your day crocheting and your night curling up on the couch once you work up this granny square crochet pattern.

Via Petals to Picots

Heartful Granny Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Spooky Spiderweb Square

Have awesome homemade Halloween decorations this year with this Spooky Spiderweb Square pattern. 

Via All Free Crochet

Spooky Spiderweb Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Color Blocked Granny Square

The color block design of this crochet pattern gives this granny square an updated, modern look. 

Via Whistle & Ivy

Color Blocked Granny Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Serenity Afghan Square

Everyone will feel so welcome in your home when you cover your couch with a granny square afghan like this one.

Via Oombawka Design Crochet

Serenity Afghan Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Rainbow Puff Square

An easy crochet square with a puffs of rainbow colors! It's made with a 3mm crochet hook to avoid the second yarn peeking through stitches.

Via Crafty CC

Rainbow Puff Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

The Nomad by Fate Square

Inspired by a previous triangle wrap and blanket design, birthed this crochet square. The dramatic changes in color makes it really stand out.

Via Martin Up North

The Nomad by Fate Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Block Stitch Square

Most commonly referred to as the block stitch, but sometimes also called the mosaic stitch or dot stitch, this square features accent colored single crochet stitches that provide interest and little pops of color in between rounds of the classic granny stitch. Speaking of fun stitches, have you checked out the Ultimate Crochet Stitch Library yet? If not, check it out now, you won't be sorry!

Via Pattern Paradise

Block Stitch Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Squared Ripples

This beautiful square is so quick to make! With the quick and simple repeating pattern this square is quick to work up! Change up the number of colors or number of rows between color changes to give it a whole new look!!

Via Kati Donahue

Squared Ripples - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Sunburst Granny Square

Made in chunky yarn, the results are so cozy and plush, and perfect for so many winter crochet projects. Get started with this granny square pattern, which you’ve just got to try!

Via Creative Jewish Mom

Sunburst Granny Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Northern Diamond Square

This square with a diamond overlay pattern can be used for blankets or throws. When the squares are joined a circle will appear.

Via Torun Johansson

Northern Diamond Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Traveling Crochet Afghan Square

This crochet afghan square is part of the Traveling Crochet Afghan featuring the tulip crochet stitch. The pattern is easy with simple repeats, so it will be a fun project for both beginning and advanced crocheters.

Via Wilmade

Traveling Crochet Afghan Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Celtic Knot Squares

Just another square. Not as difficult as it looks. Written pattern with charts and tutorial photos.

Via Carola Wijma

Celtic Knot Squares - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Star Portal Afghan Square

Star Portal Square is a 12-inch afghan square, worked in an overlay crochet. Made using worsted weight yarn, this square has a final stitch count of 45 stitches on each side, useful to know for joining. 

Via Crochet Instinct

Star Portal Afghan Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

As Time Goes By Afghan Square

As Time Goes By is square number 19 (tenth free) of the Stardust Melodies Crochet Along – a texture-rich afghan square crochet along.

Via Every Trick on the Hook

As Time Goes By Afghan Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Heart Granny Square

Nothing really felt right until I found a way to incorporate a heart for every year. Thus, this heart granny square pattern was born.

Via Raidy's Crochet Corner

Heart Granny Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Mini Swirly Square

Takes approximately 15/25 minutes to make one square – depending on skill and how quickly you crochet.

Via Creative Crochet Workshop

Mini Swirly Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Calm Cove Square

This square is fun to make and works up pretty fast. It’s easy enough for beginners, but with a twist – the puff stitch. It creates structure in the middle, so that the central part looks even more like a floating island. Any color combinations are allowed here!

Via Crochetpedia

Calm Cove Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Puffs and Hugs Granny Square

This easy to make, textured granny square is inspired by another design – the Puffs and Hugs Baby Blanket.

Via Krisztina Anna Matejcsok-Edomer

Puffs and Hugs Granny Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Rainbow Gumdrop Crochet Square

This sweet little square can be used for so many different things. From blankets to pouches and lots in between.

Via Thoresby Cottage

Rainbow Gumdrop Crochet Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Raindrops Square

Meet the ‘Raindrops square’- a square packed with texture and colour!

Via Crafty CC

Raindrops Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

Retro Vibe Square

This simple floral pattern looks really cool when bordered with black.

Via Mijo Crochet

Retro Vibe Square - If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ - using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need! #crochetsquares #afghansquares #crochetpatterns

If you’re thinking of starting a crochet blanket and want to give it that extra touch of ‘oomph’ – using any of these crochet squares might be the thing you need!

Mix and match a few of these for a very unique blanket that you can pass on to several generations in your family or for a lovely gift to a special someone.

Here's one more blanket pattern I think you'll love…the Log Cabin Baby Blanket. It’s not just cute, it’s also so much fun to make. There’s a great variety of stitches you'll learn, it can be made small or large making it an excellent stash buster project and it's perfect for beginners and advanced crocheters alike.

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Comments

  1. Jill Bohr says

    January 17, 2022 at 9:11 am

    Do you have a tutorial on how to do the Traveling Crochet Afghan Square with the tulip stich? I’m extremely interested in this and making a temperature afghan for my mother. Please get back to me as soon as you can.

    Reply
  2. De says

    August 17, 2022 at 4:17 am

    These are wonderful squares have saved so many to my Pinterest thanks

    Reply
  3. Harry Brook says

    October 25, 2022 at 5:05 pm

    Great

    Reply
  4. Granny says

    October 31, 2022 at 11:36 am

    Thanks for the squares. The link for the sunburst granny doesn’t seem to be working. I get a 503 service error.

    Reply

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