Crochet has made a heartwarming comeback — and among its most beloved projects is the classic granny square blanket. A timeless symbol of warmth, creativity, and craftsmanship, it’s one of the most rewarding artisan crafts to make by hand.
If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at crochet, start here with this easy step-by-step tutorial showing you how to crochet a traditional granny square. Once you’ve mastered this technique, you can build on it to create beautiful blankets, cushions, or even clothing.
The Essence of Granny Square Blankets
Originating in the early 1800s, granny square blankets have been a staple in homes for centuries. Traditionally, they were crafted from leftover yarns, embodying the ethos of sustainability and resourcefulness. Their design—a square motif with a distinctive cluster-stitch pattern—allows for endless creativity in colour combinations and layout, making each blanket uniquely personal.
The Granny Square Blanket Kit: A Modern Twist on Tradition
Granny square blanket kits have brought a contemporary flair to this age-old craft. These kits are meticulously curated to offer everything needed to embark on a crochet journey, from high-quality yarns in various colours to crochet hooks and detailed patterns. For beginners, these kits demystify the crochet process, breaking down complex patterns into manageable steps. For seasoned crocheters, they offer convenience and inspiration, providing the materials and guidance to experiment with new designs and techniques.
Granny Square Crochet Kits We Love
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More Crochet Granny Square Kits We Love
Introducing the new Utterly Aran Yarn, the Catalonia Granny Squares Blanket Crochet Kit. Ideal for beginners, this kit offers an easy pattern for a stunning blanket, with the option to customise colours. The kit includes 15 balls of Utterly Aran Yarn, a darning needle, the crochet pattern, and an optional 5mm hook. Finished size is 90cm x 75cm, and it’s machine washable. The pattern uses UK double and treble crochet stitches, and the showcased model uses a wheat colour for contrast.
Shop the Granny Square Blanket Crochet Kit
The Granny Square blanket kit above features Pro yarn, 100% soft British lambswool, available in three sizes. The kit includes lambswool, an easy-to-follow pattern with pictures, and a crochet hook, all packaged in a luxury gift box. Ideal for beginners and experienced crocheters, the blanket is made from crocheting granny squares with basic stitches. It comes in four colour options and three sizes, with instructions for colour placement and joining squares. The kit also offers a luxury gift experience, making the finished blanket a perfect, soft, and luxurious gift for loved ones or a cosy addition to your home.
The Luxury Bright Granny Square Blanket Crochet Kit includes everything needed to create a vibrant blanket: a crochet pattern, an aluminum “Pony” crochet hook, all necessary wool, and a stitch sheet. Ideal as a gift or personal project, the kit is prepared and shipped within 3 days of ordering. The yarn, a luxury oiled lambswool from the Yorkshire Pennines, becomes exceptionally soft and fluffy after washing. Finished blanket dimensions are approximately 105cm x 105cm.
Shop the Colour Fade Granny Square Kit
This crochet blanket kit, crafted with soft lambswool, is perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters. It features an easy-to-follow Granny Square pattern, complete with detailed pictures. The kit produces a luxurious, soft blanket ideal as a thoughtful handmade gift and suitable for adding warmth and colour to any room. Each kit includes yarn, a crochet hook, and comprehensive instructions for creating a stunning colour fade effect with three available sizes: standard (105cm x 75cm), large (130cm x 120cm), and extra-large (210cm x 210cm), each packaged in luxury gift boxes. The blanket requires 4 Ply yarn and a 3mm crochet hook.
Shop the Giant Granny Square Blanket Kit
Elevate your crochet experience with our Giant Granny Square Blanket Crochet Kit, a modern twist on the classic design, perfect for those familiar with basic stitches. This easy-level project results in a generously sized blanket ideal for sofas or beds, offering a mindful crafting journey.
Skill Level: Easy
Stitches: Chain, double crochet, treble crochet
Kit Includes:
- Official Wool Couture Pattern
- Yarn in 11 colors (14 x 50g Main Yarn, 18 x 50g in colors A-J)
- Wide Eye Needle
- Optional: 5mm Crochet Hook
- SKU: K1006
Finished Size: Approx. 200cm x 200cm
Frequently Asked Questions
How many granny squares do you need for a blanket?
The number of squares depends on your finished blanket size and the size of each square. Here’s a quick way to estimate it:
- Decide the blanket size (e.g., a throw at 50" × 60" / 127 × 152cm).
- Decide the square size (e.g., 5" / 12.7cm).
- Calculate squares across and down: blanket width ÷ square size, and blanket height ÷ square size (round to whole numbers).
- Total squares = squares across × squares down.
Example: 50" × 60" blanket with 5" squares → 10 × 12 = 120 squares.
Tip: If you’re adding a wide border or spacing between squares, reduce the square count slightly.
How many rows should a granny square blanket have?
It varies with your square size, yarn weight, hook size, and design. As a guide:
- Small classic squares (DK yarn): 5–8 rounds.
- Medium squares (DK/aran): 8–12 rounds.
- Large statement squares (aran/chunky): 12–14+ rounds.
Tip: Make a sample square and measure it after a light block—then scale up to your blanket dimensions.
How many balls of wool do I need for a granny square blanket?
Use a quick test-and-scale method:
- Make one sample square with your chosen yarn and hook.
- Weigh it (in grams) to find yarn used per square.
- Multiply by total squares to get total grams of yarn.
- Convert to balls: total grams ÷ grams per ball (e.g., 100g).
Example: One square uses 10g and you need 120 squares → 1,200g total. Using 100g balls, you’ll need 12 balls plus 1–2 extra for joining and borders.
What’s inside a granny square blanket kit?
- Yarn (colours curated for the pattern; fibre varies by kit).
- Crochet hook (often sized to suit the yarn).
- Pattern with step-by-step instructions and stitch guide.
- Notions such as a darning needle, stitch markers, and sometimes a project bag.
Why choose a granny square blanket kit?
- Easy start: all the essentials in one box—no guesswork.
- Beginner-friendly learning: practise stitches and pattern reading.
- Giftable: a thoughtful, handmade project with beautiful presentation.
- Sustainable options: many kits use eco-conscious fibres and packaging.
Prefer not to calculate yarn amounts? Our hand-picked granny square blanket kits include everything you need to begin today.