About This Fish Granny Square Crochet Pattern
This pattern makes a colorful fish granny square with a circular yellow base and appliqu e9 pieces for the fins, face, and eye. It features double crochet rounds, a decorative ch2 corner join, and finishing techniques like the invisible stitch and color changes. Perfect for embellishing blankets, bags, or creating playful coasters.
Detailed step-by-step rounds and photos guide your progress from the magic ring to final assembly. The finished square measures approximately 11 cm x 11 cm and uses lightweight acrylic yarn.
Why You'll Love This Fish Granny Square Crochet Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it combines classic granny-square construction with a fun, whimsical fish appliqu e9 that really pops. I enjoy the satisfying rhythm of the round increases and the clean finish you get when using the invisible stitch. It e2 80 99s a great way for me to use small scraps of yarn and create something bright and cheerful. Sharing these little squares as gifts or adding them to a blanket always brings a smile.
Switch Things Up
I love adapting this pattern by changing colors to match a theme; try pastels for a nursery or bold brights for a kids e2 80 99 blanket.
I often make the circle base in a variegated yarn to give a textured, watercolor look to the fish e2 80 99s background.
You can resize the whole square by using a thicker yarn and larger hook for a chunky look or thinner yarn for tiny appliqu e9s suitable for keychains.
I sometimes swap the triple crochets in the fin for puff stitches or bobbles to create more dimension and a playful texture.
Try embroidering a smiling mouth or adding a small button instead of the crocheted eye for a different expression.
I like to assemble a set of matching squares in complementary colors and join them with a simple single crochet seam for a coordinated throw.
For a more polished edge, I replace the final round with a round of slip stitches or crab stitch worked left-handed to create a neat border.
Consider adding a tiny loop of chain at the corner corner to turn the square into an ornament or hanging decoration.
I also sometimes attach felt backing to the square to use it as a coaster and prevent moisture from reaching the yarn surface.
Finally, I enjoy combining this fish square with other ocean-themed motifs to make a playful sampler blanket full of texture and color.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Skipping the stitch count at the end of rounds causes shape issues; always check the number in parentheses after each round and recount if the piece grows oddly.
✗ Not tightening the magic ring enough leaves a hole in the center; pull the tail snug before joining or secure with the recommended invisible stitch.
✗ Changing color incorrectly at the end of Round 4 can create a loose join; follow the color-change methods provided and secure yarn tails neatly.
✗ Working into only one loop instead of both loops will alter the fabric texture; unless a round states BLO or FLO, work through both loops for correct shaping.
