The daisy granny square is one of the most cheerful, timeless motifs in modern crochet. Whether you are piecing together a cozy heirloom blanket, a trendy tote bag, or a cottagecore bucket hat, this quick 3-round square is beginner-friendly and utterly addictive to make!
If you have ever felt intimidated by crocheting floral granny squares, you will be pleasantly surprised by how simple this pattern is. We start with a sun-kissed golden center, work fluffy cluster petals, and finish by “squaring off the circle” with a soothing sage border.
🌸 Pattern At a Glance
Beginner FriendlyMaterials You Will Need
- Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn:
- Color A (Flower Center): Sunny Gold / Mustard (approx. 8 yards)
- Color B (Daisy Petals): Soft Marshmallow White (approx. 15 yards)
- Color C (Square Border): Sage Green or Dusty Peach (approx. 20 yards)
- Crochet Hook: 4.5 mm (US 7) or 4.0 mm (US G/6) depending on your tension
- Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends neatly
- Sharp Embroidery Scissors
Crochet Stitches & Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch = Chain
- sl st = Slip Stitch
- sc = Single Crochet
- dc = Double Crochet
- tr = Treble (Triple) Crochet
- sp = Space
- 4-dc-cl (4 Double Crochet Cluster): Yarn over, insert hook into space, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through 2 loops (2 loops on hook). Repeat 3 more times in the same space (5 loops on hook). Yarn over and pull through all 5 loops.
Step-by-Step Daisy Granny Square Pattern
Note: This pattern is worked in rounds starting with Color A for the center, Color B for petals, and Color C for the squaring border. Weave in ends as you go or at the end.
Round 1: The Daisy Center (Color A)
Using Color A (Mustard/Gold), make a magic ring (or ch 4 and sl st to the first ch to form a ring).
Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch). Work 12 double crochets (dc) into the magic ring. Pull the tail gently to close the center hole. Sl st to the top of the first dc to join. Fasten off Color A. (12 dc total).
Round 2: The Petals (Color B)
Join Color B (Marshmallow White) in any space between two double crochets from Round 1.
Ch 2, then work a partial 3-dc cluster into the same space, pulling through all loops to create the first petal. Ch 2.
In the next space between double crochets: work a 4-dc-cluster, then ch 2. Repeat around in each space until you have 12 petals. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning cluster. Fasten off Color B. (12 petals, 12 ch-2 spaces).
Round 3: Squaring Off the Circle (Color C)
Join Color C (Sage Green) in any ch-2 space between two petals.
First Corner: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), work [2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc] into the same ch-2 space.
Side: Work 3 dc in the next ch-2 space. Work 3 dc in the following ch-2 space.
Second Corner: In the next space, work [3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc].
Continue working [3 dc in next 2 spaces, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corner space] around the entire square. Sl st into the 3rd chain of the beginning ch-3 to join. Fasten off and weave in all yarn ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my daisy granny square curling?
If your square is curling into a cup, your tension might be too tight. Try going up half a hook size (e.g., from 4.0mm to 4.5mm or 5.0mm) or ensure you are working 2 full chains in each corner space to give the stitches breathing room.
What yarn is best for daisy granny squares?
For crisp, Instagram-worthy petal definition, 100% mercerized or combed cotton (like Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton or Paintbox Cotton Aran) is unmatched. If you are making a soft cuddly baby blanket, acrylic blends like Bernat Softee Baby or Stylecraft Special DK are fantastic lightweight alternatives.
