51 Free Crochet Granny Square Clothing Patterns
Granny squares are a classic design, but they’re not just for blankets! There are some great designs for granny square clothing and accessories patterns. In fact, all of these 50+ crochet projects are made with the classic granny stitch, both made in squares and other designs. Granny Square clothing is trending right now, so be sure to check out which of these patterns is right for you.
Learn how to make a traditional granny square using a Marly Bird video before you start! Once you get the idea of the stitch, follow the patterns in rows or make granny circles for more interest.
Granny Square Accessories: Cowls, Scarves, and Shawls
Smaller projects like cowls, scarves, and shawls make great first granny square projects! They’ll introduce you to incorporating granny squares into wearable projects without taking too much time. So, if you want to hold off on granny square clothing and start with these granny square accessories patterns, we totally understand why. All of these are fun designs:
- New and Now Granny Cowl
- Granny Takes a Dip Crochet Super Scarf
- Granny Scarf
- Special Olympics Granny Square Scarf
- Glam Grannies Scarf
- Granny Square Scarf
- Granny Motif Mania Wrap
- Center Square Shawl
- Granny’s Jewel Scarf
- Easy Granny Square Scarf
- Beginner Granny Square Scarf
- Super Granny Crochet Scarf Super Scarf
- Granny Neutrals Scarf
- Pocket Granny Crochet Scarf and Tutorial
- Shimmer Granny Scarf
- Shivering Chic Shawl
- Granny Fade Crochet Shawl
Granny Square Clothing: Vest, Sweaters, and Ponchos
Vests, sweaters, ponchos, and jackets let you show off your granny square love in bold outfits that show off your skills. These patterns are among some of our very favorite granny square clothing patterns available for free over on Yarnspirations:
- Granny Motif Vest
- Girls Crochet Poncho
- Granny Square Jacket
- Coatigan in Grannies
- Sweater Coat in Grannies
- Not So Granny Tunic
- Crafty Crochet Top
- Glam Granny Coatigan
- Flower Power Granny Poncho
- Granny Stripes Crochet Cardigan
- Single Square Granny Vest
- Directional Granny Cardigan
- Crochet Granny Jacket
- Four Square Retro Vest
- Granny Square Crochet Tunic
- Swancho
- Crochet Two Color Granny Square Jacket
- Crochet Granny Cardigan
- Granny Square Crochet Top
- Crochet Granny Square Tank
- Crochet Granny Square Top
- Mitered Granny Color Block Crochet Poncho
- Motif Trim Crochet Top
Top It Off: Hats, Slippers and More
Finish your granny square outfit with these hats and slippers — and change things up with a dog sweater and a baby sack! These are great because you can add them to your granny square clothing to make a really bold outfit, but alternatively, you could wear them with simple stuff from your closet to dress up your everyday wardrobe with pops of fun.
- Dog’s Crochet Granny Square Sweater
- Granny Motif Baby Sack
- Granny Motif Crochet Booties
- Granny Stripes Hat
- Granny Slippers
- Crochet Granny Beanie
- Granny Stitch Hat
- Rainbow Granny Stripes Hat
- Granny Square Skirt
- Crochet Granny Bucket Hat
- Crochet Granny Square Beret
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can granny square fabric really work for wearable garments?
Yes! And it’s having a massive fashion moment. The patchwork-style aesthetic of joined granny squares creates a distinctive look that’s both boho and high-fashion. Vests, cardigans, tops, and even skirts made from joined squares have appeared on runways and in street style. The key is choosing the right yarn weight (lighter weights for drapey garments), the right square size (smaller squares give more flexibility for fit), and joining them in a way that creates a fabric that moves and drapes properly. Granny square garments look intentional, crafty-chic, and genuinely stylish.
What’s the biggest challenge with granny square garments?
Fit and construction planning! Unlike working a sweater with increasing/decreasing shaping, granny square garments are built from fixed-size squares that need to be arranged to create the right dimensions. This requires some planning upfront… how many squares of what size arranged how to create the body, sleeves, and other sections. Many garment patterns use half-squares and other shapes to create curve and tapered sections. Granny square garments are usually more relaxed in fit (the square construction doesn’t lend itself to precise fitted silhouettes).
What size granny squares work best for clothing?
Smaller squares (2 to 4 inches) give you more flexibility for fitting the garment to body proportions… you can arrange more squares in different orientations to create curves and tapers. Large squares (6 inches or more) create a bolder, more graphic look but offer less fitting flexibility. For a first granny square garment, medium-sized squares (4 to 5 inches) in DK or sport weight is a manageable starting point. The pattern you’re using will specify the square size they’ve designed around, which handles the sizing math for you.
What yarn weight is best for granny square clothing?
DK and sport weight create clothing with appropriate drape and weight for wearable garments. Worsted weight works for heavier outerwear pieces (cardigans, vests) but can be too heavy for tops. Fingering weight creates very fine, lightweight garments that are beautifully delicate… great for summer tops and shawl-style pieces. The lighter the yarn, the more important blocking becomes for making all the squares match size and creating a fabric that hangs properly. With 51 patterns in this collection spanning yarn weights, you’ll find options at every level.
Do I need to use all the same yarn for a granny square garment?
Not necessarily! Scrappy granny square garments where each square uses a different yarn or color are incredibly beautiful and very popular. As long as all yarns are approximately the same weight, the squares will all be roughly the same size and join together properly. Mixing different yarns in the same weight category is fine and creates a wonderfully unique, bohemian result. Just check that the care instructions are compatible across all yarns… you need to be able to wash the finished garment without some squares shrinking and others not.
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