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Christmas Granny Squares Pattern

Christmas Granny Squares Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Christmas Granny Squares Pattern

This pattern creates a set of charming Christmas-themed granny squares featuring lights, baubles, peppermint swirls, candy canes, trees, and wreaths. Each square is written to be crocheted in rounds with clear stitch counts and finishing instructions for applique9s and surface crochet. Youe2809ll find step-by-step notes for special stitches like puff and surface crochet, plus color references using Paintbox Yarns Simply DK.

Christmas Granny Squares Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for holiday blankets, cushions, ornaments, or gift squares, this collection balances quick rounds with small decorative applique9s. The patterns are modular so you can mix and match motifs and colors to suit your project.

Why You'll Love This Christmas Granny Squares Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it packs so many festive motifs into one cohesive collection, making it ideal for holiday crafting. I enjoy how each square combines basic granny construction with playful applique9 details that really bring the designs to life. The use of surface crochet and puff stitches gives a lovely textured finish that feels handmade and special. I love that you can make single squares quickly or assemble a full blanket over a few weekends — ite2809s flexible and fun.

Christmas Granny Squares Pattern step 1 - construction progress Christmas Granny Squares Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Christmas Granny Squares Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Christmas Granny Squares Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with colors for these squares; try using a neutral background with bright accents for a modern look, or go traditional with red and green for a classic holiday feel.

To make the squares larger or smaller, change your yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn with a larger hook yields a chunky, cozy square, while a finer yarn creates delicate mini squares.

I often swap the surface crochet color to make spirals or lights pop; contrasting colors create a bold statement while tonal shades provide subtle texture.

You can personalize each square by adding embroidered initials or small beads for ornament centers — just sew them on after finishing and before weaving in ends.

For a garland, make several squares and join them with slip stitch joins or single crochet borders, leaving chains between squares for hanging.

I sometimes make appliques removable by attaching them with small safety pins or sewn-on loops so I can change motifs seasonally without re-making the square.

Try sewing squares together randomly for a fun scrappy blanket, or plan a symmetrical layout for a tidy, graphic effect.

Consider adding a thin layer of batting and sewing a backing to convert a square into a coasters or ornament — a great gift idea!

If you want posable elements (like a standing tree), add a piece of floral wire inside a stitched stem before closing and secure the ends carefully so they don't poke through.

I always recommend blocking finished squares lightly to ensure consistent shape and easier joining; a gentle steam or wet block works well for DK yarns.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not securing color changes in the middle of a stitch; join the new color by pulling it through on the last yarn over as described so your edge remains neat and secure. ✗ Skipping stitch counts at the end of rounds can lead to uneven sides; always check the bracketed stitch counts at the end of each round and recount if the square seems off. ✗ Forgetting to close the first three rounds in the round for some motifs (peppermint instructions); follow the note to work rounds 1-3 without joining to get a seamless spiral. ✗ Missing the ch-1 or ch-2 corner spaces when working the square border results in distorted corners; ensure you place the corner sequences exactly as written for each corner to keep the square shape.

Christmas Granny Squares Pattern

Create a festive collection of Christmas granny squares perfect for blankets, garlands, or seasonal decor. This pattern includes a variety of motifs — lights, baubles, candy canes, wreaths and more — with clear step-by-step instructions and applique9 details. Youe2809ll enjoy mixing colors and practicing surface crochet, puff stitches, and small applique9s to build a joyful holiday set. Ideal for makers who love quick themed projects and charming handmade gifts.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Christmas Granny Squares Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Paintbox Yarns Simply DK (DK / Light Worsted weight yarn)
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    Color A (CA) - Champagne White (102)
  • 03
    Color B (CB) - Rose Red (113)
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    Color C (CC) - Grass Green (129)
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    Color D (CD) - Lime Green (128)
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    Color E (CE) - Soft Fudge (109)
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    Color F (CF) - Coffee Bean (110)
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    Black - Pure Black (101)
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    Blue - Dolphin Blue (136)
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    Caramel - Light Caramel (108)
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    Grey - Granite Grey (106)
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    Yellow - Buttercup Yellow (122)
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    Pink - Bubblegum Pink (150)
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    V. Pink - Vintage Pink (155)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    4-mm crochet hook (G/6 USA, 8 UK)
  • 02
    3.5-mm crochet hook (E/4 USA, 9 UK)
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    Paintbox Yarns Simply DK
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    Tapestry needle

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— Christmas Lights :

Info :

With your 4-mm hook and CA, make a MC.

Round 1 :

[CA] Ch 2, hdc 11 in the MC. (11 sts)

Round 2 :

[CA] Ch 1, hdc inc 11. (22 sts)

Round 3 :

[CA] Ch 1, (hdc inc 1, hdc 1) 11 times. (33 sts)

Round 4 :

[CA] Ch 1, hdc 1, hdc inc 1, (hdc 2, hdc inc 1) 10 times, 1 hdc. (44 sts)

Round 5 :

[CA] Ch 1, sc 2, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1. (dc 1, hdc 2, sc 3, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1) three times. Dc 1, hdc 2, sc 1. (13 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 6 :

[CA] Ch 2, dc 7. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1]. On the next side, dc 13) three times. [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1] into the last corner, dc 6. (15 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 7 :

[CA] Ch 2, dc 8. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 2, ch 1, dc 2]. On the next side, dc 15) three times. [Dc 2, ch 1, dc 2] into the last corner, dc 7. (19 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

Round 8 :

[CA] Ch 1, sc 10. (In the ch-1 corner, [sc 1, ch 1, sc 1]. On the next side, sc 19) three times. [Sc 1, ch 1, sc 1] into the last corner, sc 9. (21 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

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Fasten off and weave in all your ends.

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LIGHT APPLIQUE (Make 7). With your 3.5-mm crochet hook and color of your choice, make a MC.

Round 1 :

Ch 1, dc 1, hdc 5, ch 1, hdc 5, dc 1. Join the round with a sl st into the first dc. (12 sts)

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Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

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(Right Side facing) With your 3.5-mm hook, join grey yarn in the last dc of round 1 of the applique.

Row 1 :

Sc 2. (2 sts)

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Fasten off leaving a short tail for sewing the 2 grey sts.

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FINISHING: Draw a line crossing the granny square and to which you will attach the light appliques. You can choose your favorite shape, and you can either embroider it or use surface crochet on the wrong side. For the latter option, turn your granny square to the wrong side. Using your 4-mm hook, join grey yarn in one of the sts on one side and surface crochet a line. Attach the light appliques all around the line. Weave in all your ends. Your Christmas Lights Granny Square is ready!

— Bauble :

Info :

With your 4-mm hook and CC, make a MC.

Round 1 :

[CC] Ch 2, hdc 11 in the MC. (11 sts)

Round 2 :

[CC] Ch 1, hdc inc 11. (22 sts)

Round 3 :

[CC] Ch 1, (hdc inc 1, hdc 1) 11 times. (33 sts)

Round 4 :

[CC] Ch 1, hdc 1, hdc inc 1, (hdc 2, hdc inc 1) 10 times, 1 hdc. Close the last st with CA. (44 sts)

Round 5 :

[CA] Ch 1, sc 2, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1. (dc 1, hdc 2, sc 3, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1) three times. Dc 1, hdc 2, sc 1. (13 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 6 :

[CA] Ch 2, dc 7. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1]. On the next side, dc 13) three times. [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1] into the last corner, dc 6. (15 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 7 :

[CA] Ch 2, dc 8. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 2, ch 1, dc 2]. On the next side, dc 15) three times. [Dc 2, ch 1, dc 2] into the last corner, dc 7. (19 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

Round 8 :

[CA] Ch 1, sc 10. (In the ch-1 corner, [sc 1, ch 1, sc 1]. On the next side, sc 19) three times. [Sc 1, ch 1, sc 1] into the last corner, sc 9. (21 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

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Fasten off and weave in all your ends.

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BAUBLE CAP APPLIQUE: With your 3.5-mm hook and grey yarn, ch 4.

Row 1 :

Sc in the second ch from your hook, Sc 2. (3 sts)

Row 2-4 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc 3 in the BLO

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Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

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FINISHING: With a length of CA, embroider a snowflake or your favorite Christmas decor motif between round 1-4 of the granny square. Attach the cap on top of the Christmas bauble and embroider a hanger. Weave in all your ends. Your Christmas Bauble Granny Square is ready!

— Ho Ho Ho :

Info :

With your 4-mm hook and CB, make a MC.

Round 1 :

[CB] Ch 2, hdc 11 in the MC. (11 sts)

Round 2 :

[CB] Ch 1, hdc inc 11. Close the last st with CA. (22 sts)

Round 3 :

[CA] Ch 1, (hdc inc 1, hdc 1) 11 times. (33 sts)

Round 4 :

[CA] Ch 1, hdc 1, hdc inc 1, (hdc 2, hdc inc 1) 10 times, 1 hdc. Close the last st with CA. (44 sts)

Round 5 :

[CA] Ch 1, sc 2, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1. (dc 1, hdc 2, sc 3, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1) three times. Dc 1, hdc 2, sc 1. (13 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 6 :

[CA] Ch 2, dc 7. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1]. On the next side, dc 13) three times. [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1] into the last corner, dc 6. (15 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 7 :

[CA] Ch 2, dc 8. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 2, ch 1, dc 2]. On the next side, dc 15) three times. [Dc 2, ch 1, dc 2] into the last corner, dc 7. (19 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

Round 8 :

[CA] Ch 1, sc 10. (In the ch-1 corner, [sc 1, ch 1, sc 1]. On the next side, sc 19) three times. [Sc 1, ch 1, sc 1] into the last corner, sc 9. (21 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

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Fasten off and weave in all your ends.

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LETTER O / BAUBLE APPLIQUE (Make one with CC and one with CD). With your 3.5-mm crochet hook, make a MC.

Round 1 :

Ch 2, hdc 11 in the MC. (11 sts)

Round 2 :

Ch 1, hdc inc 11. (22 sts)

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Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

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BAUBLE CAP APPLIQUE (Make 3). With your 3.5-mm hook and yellow yarn, ch 3.

Row 1 :

Sl st in the second ch from your hook and in the next. (2 sts)

Row 2 :

Ch 1, turn. Sl st 2 in the FLO.

Row 3 :

Ch 1, turn. Sl st 2 in the BLO.

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Weave in all your ends.

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LETTER H APPLIQUE (Make one with CC, one with CD, and one with CB). Using your 3.5-mm hook, ch 10.

Row 1 :

Hdc 1 in the third ch from your hook. Hdc 3. Ch 8. Hdc 1 in the third ch from your hook, hdc 3. Ch 6. Hdc 1 in the third ch from your hook. Hdc 3. Sl st into the base of the hdc in front of your hook. Sc 2, sl st into the front loop of the fourth hdc that you made in the first step. Hdc 4 in the remaining 4 ch of the initial ch, ch 2, sl st into the first st of the initial ch.

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Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

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FINISHING: Attach the O and H appliques as shown in the picture on the previous page. Attach a bauble cap just above each O applique and above round 2 of the granny square. Using some CA, embroider a shiny point on the top, left side of each O applique and of round 2 of the granny square. Fasten off and weave in all your ends. Your Ho Ho Ho Granny Square is ready!

— Peppermint :

Info :

With your 4-mm hook and CA, make a MC. *Work rounds 1-3 in the round, so do not join with a sl st! All other rounds are closed with a sl st at the end!

Round 1* :

[CA] Ch 2, hdc 11 in the MC. (11 sts)

Round 2* :

[CA] Ch 1, hdc inc 11. (22 sts)

Round 3* :

[CA] Ch 1, (hdc inc 1, hdc 1) 11 times. (33 sts)

Round 4 :

[CA] Ch 1, hdc 1, hdc inc 1, (hdc 2, hdc inc 1) 10 times, 1 hdc. Close the last st with CC. Sl st into the first hdc of the round to close. (44 sts)

Round 5 :

[CC] Ch 1, sc 2, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1. (dc 1, hdc 2, sc 3, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1) three times. Dc 1, hdc 2, sc 1. (13 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 6 :

[CC] Ch 2, dc 7. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1]. On the next side, dc 13) three times. [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1] into the last corner, dc 6. (15 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 7 :

[CC] Ch 2, dc 8. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 2, ch 1, dc 2]. On the next side, dc 15) three times. [Dc 2, ch 1, dc 2] into the last corner, dc 7. (19 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

Round 8 :

[CC] Ch 1, sc 10. (In the ch-1 corner, [sc 1, ch 1, sc 1]. On the next side, sc 19) three times. [Sc 1, ch 1, sc 1] into the last corner, sc 9. (21 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

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Fasten off.

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Spiral. With your 4-mm hook and CB, surface crochet* following the spaces between rounds 1-2, 2-3, 3-4, and 4-5 of the granny square.

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*See the "How to..." section for a step-by-step tutorial on how to surface crochet. Fasten off and weave in all your ends.

Option 1 - Candy Wrap Applique :

(Make Two) With your 4-mm hook and CA, ch 5.

Row 1 :

[CA] Ch 1, sc in second ch from your hook and in each st across. (4 sts)

Row 2 :

[CA] Ch 2 (does not count as a st) and turn, [dc 2] in each st across, ch 2, sl st in the last st. (8 sts) Fasten off CA leaving a long tail for sewing. Join CB in the first st of Row 2.

Row 3 :

[CB] Sc in each st across. (8 sts) Fasten off CB and weave in your ends.

Finishing 1 :

Attach the two candy wraps on the opposite sides of the peppermint. Your Peppermint Candy Granny Square is ready!

Option 2 - Lollipop Stick :

With your 3.5-mm hook and CA, ch 7.

Row 1 :

[CA] Sc 1 in the second ch from your hook, sc 1 in each remaining ch. (6 sts) Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

Little Ribbon Applique :

With your 3.5-mm hook and yellow yarn, ch 30. Fasten off.

Finishing 2 :

Attach the stick just below round 4 going out toward the edge of your granny square. Assemble a little ribbon and attach it just below round 4 of the granny square. Your Peppermint Lollipop Granny Square is ready!

— Candy Cane :

Info :

With your 4-mm hook and CC, make a MC.

Round 1 :

[CC] Ch 2, hdc 11 in the MC. (11 sts)

Round 2 :

[CC] Ch 1, hdc inc 11. (22 sts)

Round 3 :

[CC] Ch 1, (hdc inc 1, hdc 1) 11 times. (33 sts)

Round 4 :

[CC] Ch 1, hdc 1, hdc inc 1, (hdc 2, hdc inc 1) 10 times, 1 hdc. (44 sts)

Round 5 :

[CC] Ch 1, sc 2, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1. (dc 1, hdc 2, sc 3, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1) three times. Dc 1, hdc 2, sc 1. (13 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 6 :

[CC] Ch 2, dc 7. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1]. On the next side, dc 13) three times. [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1] into the last corner, dc 6. (15 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 7 :

[CC] Ch 2, dc 8. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 2, ch 1, dc 2]. On the next side, dc 15) three times. [Dc 2, ch 1, dc 2] into the last corner, dc 7. (19 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

Round 8 :

[CC] Ch 1, sc 10. (In the ch-1 corner, [sc 1, ch 1, sc 1]. On the next side, sc 19) three times. [Sc 1, ch 1, sc 1] into the last corner, sc 9. (21 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

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Fasten off and weave in all your ends.

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CANDY CANE APPLIQUE: With your 3.5-mm hook and CA, ch 31.

Row 1 :

Sc in the second ch from your hook. Sc 4, sc inc 1, sc 4, sc inc 1, sc 19. (32 sts)

Row 2 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc 21, sc inc 1, sc 2, sc inc 1, sc 7. (34 sts)

Row 3 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc 6, sc inc 7, sc 21. (41 sts)

Row 4 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc 21, sc inc 1, sc 1, sc inc 1, sc 8, sc inc 1, sc 1, sc inc 1, sc 6. (45 sts)

Row 5 :

Ch 1, turn. (Sc 10, sc inc 1) twice, sc 23. (47 sts) Without turning, sc 5 along the bottom side of the candy cane applique. Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

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Candy Cane Stripes: With your 3.5-mm hook and CB, surface crochet the stripes on your candy cane applique. Weave in all your ends before sewing in the candy cane on the granny square.

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HOLLY LEAF APPLIQUE (Make 2). With your 3.5-mm hook and CD, ch 6. Round 1. (Sl st 2, mini picot) twice. Sl st 1, ch 1. Start working on the other loops of the initial chain. Sl st 1, (mini picot, sl st 2) twice. Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

Holly Drupe Applique :

(Make 3) With your 3.5-mm hook and CB, make a MC. Round 1. Sc 3 in the MC. (3 sts) Fasten off and join the round using a tapestry needle. Cut your yarn leaving a long tail for sewing.

Ribbon Applique :

With your 3.5-mm hook and yellow yarn, ch 9. Row 1. Sc 1 in the second ch from your hook and in each remaining ch. (8 sts) Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

Finishing :

Attach the candy cane applique on your granny square. Attach the ribbon applique in the middle of the longer half. Optional: Make a little ribbon with the tails of yellow yarn. Attach the holly leaves and drupes. Your Candy Cane Granny Square is ready!

— Christmas Tree :

Info :

With your 4-mm hook and CA, make a MC.

Round 1 :

[CA] Ch 2, hdc 11 in the MC. (11 sts)

Round 2 :

[CA] Ch 1, hdc inc 11. (22 sts)

Round 3 :

[CA] Ch 1, (hdc inc 1, hdc 1) 11 times. (33 sts)

Round 4 :

[CA] Ch 1, hdc 1, hdc inc 1, (hdc 2, hdc inc 1) 10 times, 1 hdc. (44 sts)

Round 5 :

[CA] Ch 1, sc 2, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1. (dc 1, hdc 2, sc 3, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1) three times. Dc 1, hdc 2, sc 1. (13 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 6 :

[CA] Ch 2, dc 7. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1]. On the next side, dc 13) three times. [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1] into the last corner, dc 6. (15 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 7 :

[CA] Ch 2, dc 8. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 2, ch 1, dc 2]. On the next side, dc 15) three times. [Dc 2, ch 1, dc 2] into the last corner, dc 7. (19 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

Round 8 :

[CA] Ch 1, sc 10. (In the ch-1 corner, [sc 1, ch 1, sc 1]. On the next side, sc 19) three times. [Sc 1, ch 1, sc 1] into the last corner, sc 9. (21 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

Info :

Fasten off and weave in all your ends.

ORNAMENT APPLIQUE :

With color of choice and your 3.5-mm crochet hook, make a MC. Round 1. Sc 6 in the MC, join the round with a sl st into the first st. (6 sts) Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

TINY STAR APPLIQUE :

With CB and your 3.5-mm crochet hook, make a MC. Round 1. In MC, (sc 1, picot) five times. Join the round with a sl st into the first sc. Fasten off leaving a long tail to sew the star on your granny square.

FIR TREE APPLIQUE :

With CD and your 3.5-mm crochet hook, ch 2. Row 1. Sc 1 in the first ch. (1 st) Row 2. Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1. (2 sts) Row 3. Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 2. (4 sts) Row 4. Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 2, sc inc 1. (6 sts) Row 5. Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 4, sc inc 1. (8 sts) Tie off and weave in the ends. Join yarn in the third st from either end.

Row 6 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc 4. (4 sts)

Row 7 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 4. (8 sts)

Row 8 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 6, sc inc 1. (10 sts)

Row 9 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 8, sc inc 1. (12 sts)

Row 10 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 10, sc inc 1. (14 sts) Tie off and weave in the ends. Join yarn in the fifth st from either end.

Row 11 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc 7. (7 sts)

Row 12 :

Ch 1, turn. (Sc inc 1, sc 1) three times, sc inc 1. (11 sts)

Row 13 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 9, sc inc 1. (13 sts)

Row 14 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 11, sc inc 1. (15 sts)

Row 15 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 13, sc inc 1. (17 sts) Tie off and weave in the ends. Join yarn in the fifth st from either end.

Row 16 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc 9. (9 sts)

Row 17 :

Ch 1, turn. (Sc inc 1, sc 1) four times, sc inc 1. (14 sts)

Row 18 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 12, sc inc 1. (16 sts)

Row 19 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 14, sc inc 1. (18 sts)

Row 20 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 16, sc inc 1. (20 sts)

Row 21 :

Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 18, sc inc 1. (22 sts) Bind off leaving a long tail for sewing.

VASE APPLIQUE (Optional) :

With your 3.5-mm crochet hook and CE, ch 4. Row 1. Sc in the second ch from your hook, sc 2. (3 sts) Row 2. Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 2. (4 sts) Row 3. Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 3. (5 sts) Row 4. Ch 1, turn. Sc inc 1, sc 4. (6 sts) Crochet a border as follow: Row 5. Ch 1, do not turn your work. Place 4 sts along the left side (or right side if you are left-handed). Ch 1, sc 3 on the bottom of the vase. Ch 1, sc 4 along the next side. Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

Finishing :

Attach your fir tree applique and if you decided to make one, attach your vase applique just below the fir tree. With a length of grey yarn, embroider the trunk of the tree. Decorate your Christmas tree by attaching the tiny star applique and a number of ornaments of your choice. Weave in all your ends. Your Christmas Tree Granny Square is ready!

— Wreath :

Info :

With your 4-mm hook and CA, make a MC.

Round 1 :

[CA] Ch 2, hdc 11 in the MC. (11 sts)

Round 2 :

[CA] Ch 1, hdc inc 11. Close the last st with CC. (22 sts)

Round 3 :

[CC] Ch 1, puff 1, ch 1, puff 1) 11 times. (33 sts)

Round 4 :

[CC] Ch 1, puff 1 in the space between the initial ch-1 and the first puff of round 3, ch 1. (puff 1 in the space between two puffs from the previous round, ch 1) 21 times. Close the last st with CA. (44 sts)

Round 5 :

[CA] Ch 1, sc 2, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1. (Dc 1, hdc 2, sc 3, hdc 2, dc 1, dc inc 1, ch 2, dc inc 1) three times. Dc 1, hdc 2, sc 1. (13 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 6 :

[CA] Ch 2, dc 7. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1]. On the next side, dc 13) three times. [dc 1, ch 2, dc 1] into the last corner, dc 6. (15 sts on each side and ch-2 at the corners)

Round 7 :

[CA] Ch 2, dc 8. (In the ch-2 corner, [dc 2, ch 1, dc 2]. On the next side, dc 15) three times. [Dc 2, ch 1, dc 2] into the last corner, dc 7. (19 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners)

Round 8 :

[CA] Ch 1, sc 10. (In the ch-1 corner, [sc 1, ch 1, sc 1]. On the next side, sc 19) three times. [Sc 1, ch 1, sc 1] into the last corner, sc 9. (21 sts on each side and ch-1 at the corners) Fasten off and weave in all your ends.

RIBBON APPLIQUE :

With your 3.5-mm hook and CB, ch 52. Row 1. Dc 1 in the third ch from your hook, dc 1, hdc 1, sc 2, sl st 5, sc 2, hdc 2, dc 2, tr 4, dc 3, hdc 1, sc 2, hdc 1, dc 3, tr 4, dc 2, hdc 2, sc 2, sl st 5, sc 2, hdc 1, dc 2. Ch 2, sl st into the initial ch. Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

HOLLY DRUPE APPLIQUE :

(Make 6 with CB and 5 with CD) With your 3.5-mm hook, make a MC. Round 1. Sc 3 in the MC. (3 sts) Fasten off and join the round using a tapestry needle. Cut your yarn leaving a long tail for sewing.

Finishing :

Assemble the ribbon. Place it with the right side facing up and fold the two sides toward the center. Cut a length of CB yarn, fold it in two, and pass it through the center of the ribbon to block it. Attach your ribbon on top of the wreath. Sew in the holly drupe appliques. Weave in all your ends. Your Wreath Granny Square is ready!

Info :

ROUNDS 3-4 - STEP-BY STEP: Follow the step-by-step photo tutorial for puff stitch placement and for working puff stitches and ch-1 spaces; both puff sts and ch 1 count as sts. Make sure not to skip any st.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach appliques by sewing the applique tails through the granny square rounds with a tapestry needle; position lights along a drawn line or surface-crocheted line before sewing to ensure correct spacing.
  • For baubles and letters, attach bauble caps above the bauble appliques and secure a short hanger if desired; use photos as a placement guide when positioning the O and H appliques on the Ho Ho Ho square.
  • When assembling trees and wreaths, place the small ornaments (tiny star, holly drupes) on the tree and wreath as shown and embroider or surface crochet any lines (tree garlands or wreath hanger) with grey or contrast yarn.
  • Weave in and secure all ends after sewing appliques; block the ribbon applique by folding and passing a short length of yarn through the center to hold its shape, then sew the ribbon to the wreath.
  • Surface crochet spirals or stripes by following the spaces between rounds as indicated (for peppermint/spiral or candy cane stripes) and attach the spiral before finishing the square border rounds.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use the specified hooks: 4-mm for the main squares and 3.5-mm for appliques and surface crochet to achieve the correct gauge and proportions.
  • 💡Work rounds 1-3 of spiral designs (like peppermint) in the round without joining; all other rounds are closed with a slip stitch as indicated to maintain the correct spiral shape.
  • 💡All increases and stitch counts are shown in brackets at the end of each round; check the stitch count frequently to avoid losing or gaining stitches.

Make your holidays cozier with these festive granny squares, perfect for blankets, cushions, garlands, and gift toppers. Mix and match motifs to create your own unique holiday set and enjoy color play with Paintbox Simply DK yarn. These squares are a joyful way to craft seasonal decor and thoughtful handmade presents. 🎄🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished square be?

Each square measures approximately 5.5" (14 cm) when made with Paintbox Simply DK and the recommended 4-mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the finished size and look. If using a different weight, adjust your hook size and check gauge before continuing.

Do I need to know special stitches to follow this pattern?

This pattern uses basic stitches plus puff stitch and surface crochet. The pattern includes special stitch descriptions and "How to..." step-by-step guidance to help you.

How long does it take to make one square?

Most crafters can complete a single square, including appliques, in about 30-60 minutes depending on complexity; assembling a full set or blanket will take several hours.