Classic Crochet Granny Square Stocking

Crochet granny squares are timeless, versatile, and oh-so-charming. What better way to showcase this classic crochet technique than with a handmade Christmas Stocking? This Classic Crochet Granny Square Stocking Pattern is perfect for adding a handmade touch to your holiday decor or gifting something truly special.

In this post, you’ll find helpful tips for making your own heirloom crochet stocking, ideas for customization, and even information on purchasing the ad-free PDF for a seamless crafting experience. Let’s get started!

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What Makes Granny Squares So Special?

Granny squares are a cornerstone of crochet—timeless, versatile, and easy to learn. These beloved crochet motifs have been around for generations, cherished for their simplicity and beauty. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, granny squares are the perfect project to work on:

Beginner-Friendly: The repetitive stitch pattern makes them a fantastic learning project for those new to crochet.
Endlessly Customizable: From color choices to different stitch patterns, granny squares can be adapted to suit any project or style.
Great for Scrap Yarn: Use up leftover yarn in your stash to create something colorful and unique.

The versatility of granny squares is part of their charm—you can turn them into blankets, bags, garments, or, in this case, a beautiful holiday stocking!

What You’ll Love About the Classic Crochet Granny Square Stocking

What You Will Love

Timeless Design: Granny squares are a crochet classic that never goes out of style. This stocking combines their charm with holiday cheer.
Beginner-Friendly: If you know how to make a granny square, this project is within reach. It’s perfect for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike.
Customizable: From choosing your favorite colors to adjusting the size (more on that later), this stocking can be tailored to fit your vision.
Scrap Yarn Friendly: Use up leftover yarn from your stash to create a stocking with character and personality.

How to Make the Crochet Christmas Stocking Larger

This pattern creates a smaller-sized stocking, but you can easily make it larger with a few adjustments.

Add More Rounds to Each Granny Square: Use the classic granny stitch technique to add additional rounds to your squares. Each round adds both height and width, giving you larger granny squares to work with.
Increase Yarn Usage: Keep in mind that adding rounds will require more yarn, so plan accordingly.

For detailed instructions on creating different-sized granny squares, check out my post on how to make a classic granny square.

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Creative Ways to Customize Your Classic Crochet Granny Square Stocking

One of the best things about granny squares is how versatile they are! Here are some fun ways to make your stocking uniquely yours:

Play with Color: Use traditional holiday colors like red, green, and white, or go modern with pastels or jewel tones.
Add Embellishments: Sew on pom-poms, tassels, or even buttons for a festive touch.
Personalize It: Add a monogram or applique to make the stocking extra special for its recipient.
Experiment with Yarns: Try sparkly yarns for a bit of holiday glitz or stick with soft acrylics for a classic look.

For more inspiration, check out my post on creative ways to use granny squares.

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Common Questions About Crocheting Granny Squares

If you’re new to granny squares, you might have some questions. Here are the answers to a few of the most common ones:

What is a granny square?

A granny square is a crochet motif made up of clusters of double crochet stitches arranged in a square shape. It’s worked in rounds, starting from the center, and is often bordered with chain stitches to create a lacy effect.

How do you join granny squares together?

There are several ways to join granny squares, including sewing them together with a yarn needle, using slip stitches, or crocheting them together with single crochet or slip stitch borders. You can even do a join as you go method. For this pattern, you’ll use one of these joining techniques to assemble the stocking.

Can beginners make granny squares?

Absolutely! Granny squares are one of the easiest crochet patterns to master. Once you learn the basic stitches—chains, double crochet, and slip stitches—you’re ready to start making granny squares. As a matter of fact, the granny square is one of the first stitches you learn in BiCrafty Bootcamp: Crochet for Knitters.

For a full tutorial, check out my post on how to make a classic granny square. But keep in mind, this is only one way to make a granny square. There are several ways to join the rounds of a square.

Tips for Crocheting Holiday Projects 🎄

Holiday crafting can be both exciting and overwhelming, so here are some tips to help you enjoy the process:

Start Early: Get a jump on your holiday projects to avoid last-minute stress. This also gives you more time to experiment with designs and techniques.
Choose Durable Yarns: Use washable, sturdy yarns for stockings and other holiday decor that may be used year after year.
Organize Your Yarn Stash: Before starting, sort through your yarn stash and gather the materials you’ll need. This makes the crafting process smoother and faster.
Make It a Group Activity: Invite friends or family to join in on your holiday crafting. It’s a great way to spend time together and share the joy of handmade creations.

With these tips in mind, you’ll be ready to tackle all your holiday crochet projects with ease and joy.

More Holiday Crochet Patterns to Explore

If you’re in the holiday crafting spirit, here are more patterns to keep your hooks busy:

Each of these patterns adds a personal and handmade touch to your holiday decor. Explore them all and make this season extra special!

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More Granny Square Patterns to Explore

If you love working with granny squares, there are plenty of other patterns to enjoy! Here are some of my favorites:

These patterns show just how versatile and fun granny squares can be!

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SKILL LEVEL

Adventurous Beginner

MEASUREMENTS

Finished Measurements

Approximately 13.5” [34.25 cm] from cuff to heel, 7.5” [19 cm] from heel to toe.

Gauge

Each granny square motif is 3″ [7.5 cm] square.

MATERIALS

Crochet Yarn

WeCrochet, Swish DK (100% superwash merino, 123 yds / 112 m, 1.75 oz/ 50 g, CYCA#3 light)

Color A: Throne, 1 ball

Color B: Cobblestone Heather, 1 ball

Color C: Wonderland Heather, 1 ball

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Crochet Hook

Size H [5 mm] or size to obtain gauge.

Notions

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ABBREVIATIONS

Ch – Chain(s)

Dc – Double Crochet

Bpdc – Back Post Double Crochet

Fpdc – Front Post Double Crochet

RS – Right Side

Sc – Single Crochet

Sl st – Slip Stitch

Sp(s) – Space(s)

St(s) – Stitch(es)

Stacked Dc – Stacked Double Crochet

WS – Wrong Side

[ ] – work directions in brackets the number of times specified.

SPECIAL STITCHES

⭐️Double Crochet (Dc): Yarn over hook, Insert hook into indicated stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, * yarn over and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from * once more.

⭐️ Back Post Double Crochet (bpdc): Yarn over once, insert hook from back to front to front around the post of the stitch indicated, yarn over and pull up a loop, [yarn over and pull through 2 loops on hook] 2 times.

⭐️ Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc): Yarn over once, insert hook from front to back to front around the post of the stitch indicated, yarn over and pull up a loop, [yarn over and pull through 2 loops on hook] 2 times.

⭐️Single Crochet (Sc): Insert hook into indicated stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops on hook.

⭐️Single Crochet Seam: Hold 2 squares with WS together and working into the back loop of square closest to you, and the front loop of the square away from you, single crochet the square together.

⭐️ Standing Double Crochet (Standing Dc): With slip knot on hook, yarn over hook, insert hook into stitch or space, yarn over hook and pull up a loop, [yarn over hook, draw through two loops on hook] twice.

🎉 CROCHET STITCH DIAGRAM

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📌 NOTES

The crochet granny square stocking pattern is made up of individual motifs that are worked in joined rounds, beginning at the center.
Securely weave in the tail of the adjustable ring to guarantee that it doesn’t pop open with use.
Each round of color is fastened off at the end and the new color is rejoined using stacked double crochet.
The single crochet seam is a design feature of the stocking and is on the RS of the fabric.
Weave in the tails as you go. Do not wait until the very end to weave them in.

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Crochet Granny Square Stocking Pattern

Colorful balls of yarn in pink, purple, gray, and mint green are scattered on a purple surface alongside a partially crocheted classic granny square piece with a floral pattern. A printed fabric bag with black drawstrings is nearby. -Marly Bird

Crochet Granny Square Stocking Motif

(make 13)

Make an adjustable ring using color A.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as a dc), 2 dc in circle, ch 1, [3 dc in circle, ch 1] 3 times, join to 3rd chain of beginning chain with sl st. Fasten off — 12 dc, 4 ch-1 spaces.

With color B

Round 2: Standing dc into last ch-1 space, (2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in same space, ch 1, [(3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in next ch-1 space, ch 1] 3 times, join with sl st to first dc. Fasten off — 24 dc, 8 ch-1 spaces.

With color C

Round 3: Standing dc in the first ch-1 space corner from previous round, (2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in same space, [ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in next ch-1 sp] 3 times, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, join with a sl st to first dc. Fasten off — 36 dc, 12 ch-1 spaces.

Weave in all ends to WS of square.

A close-up of classic crocheted granny squares in teal, gray, and burgundy yarn. Multiple skeins rest on a purple surface beside two small round crochet pieces and a yarn bag in the background, evoking a cozy stocking pattern waiting to be created. -Marly Bird

Granny Square Stocking Motif for Toe

(make 1)

Make an adjustable ring using color A.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as a dc), 2 dc in circle, ch 1, [3 dc in circle, ch 1] 3 times, join to 3rd chain of beginning chain with sl st. Fasten off — 12 dc, 4 ch-1 spaces.

With color B

Round 2: Standing dc into last ch-1 space, (2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in same space, (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, [(3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in next ch-1 spaces] 2 times, ch 1, join with sl st to first dc. Fasten off — 24 dc, 6 ch-1 spaces.

With color C

Round 3: Standing dc in the first ch-1 space corner from previous round, (2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in same space, (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in next ch-1 space corner, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, [(3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in next ch-1 space corner] 2 times, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, join with a sl st to first dc. Fasten off.

Seaming the Granny Square Stocking

To assemble your Granny Square Stocking, follow these instructions for a clean and polished finish:

Join the Squares:
- Arrange your squares as shown in the layout diagram.
- Using the single crochet seam method (refer to the Special Techniques section), seam the squares vertically first, followed by horizontally. This creates the flat stocking leg panel.
Seam the Stocking Leg:
- With the leg panel completed, fold it in half lengthwise (like folding a hotdog).
- Use the single crochet seam to join the back of the leg, ensuring a sturdy and even seam.
Attach the Foot Squares:
- Once the leg is seamed, add a square to each side of the center column to form the foot area. Refer to the layout diagram for placement (squares indicated in blue).
- Seam each new square with a single crochet seam, attaching half of the square to the center column and the other half to the adjacent square.
Finish with the Toe Square:
- Attach the toe square last. Seam it to the foot section with the single crochet seam method for a secure and tidy finish.

Tip: Refer to the layout diagram throughout the process to ensure correct placement and alignment of your squares.

Finishing

Cuff Ribbing

Round 1: With RS facing, join color A with a sl st at the back of the stocking, ch 1, single crochet evenly around the top (must have even number), join with a sl st to first sc, do not turn.

Rounds 2-4: Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch), *fpdc around next st, bpdc around next st; rep from * around, join with a sl st to first fpdc, do not turn.

Round 5: Rep Round 2 to last stitch, ch 7, join with a sl st to first fpdc. Turn.

Last Row: 12 sc in ch-7 space; sl st in next stitch. Fasten off.

Optional: Create a tassel and attach to the front of the stocking. Add leather tag with rivets.

Weave in any loose ends.

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