☀️ SUN GRANNY SQUARE PATTERN ☀️ | step-by-step crochet tutorial

Summary

In this crochet tutorial, the creator demonstrates how to make a Sun Granny Square, step by step. The video covers everything from creating a magic ring to intricate rounds involving double crochets, color changes, and detailed stitch instructions. The tutorial is beginner-friendly, with tips for adjusting the video speed and working through more advanced stitches. The creator also encourages viewers to personalize their squares with different colors and provides options for expanding the project with additional rounds. Viewers are invited to share their completed projects and engage with the community.

Takeaways

• 😀 The tutorial teaches how to make a Sun Granny Square crochet pattern with detailed step-by-step instructions.
• 😀 The pattern is beginner-friendly but includes some advanced stitches, so viewers are encouraged to adjust the video speed if necessary.
• 😀 The crochet project uses cotton yarn in two colors, a 3.5mm crochet hook, and basic crochet tools like scissors.
• 😀 The first step is creating a magic ring and working 12 double crochets into it, followed by joining with a slip stitch.
• 😀 Round 2 involves alternating between single crochets and double crochets around the ring, creating a total of 24 stitches.
• 😀 Round 3 is optional and involves single crocheting around all stitches, which can be skipped for a different look.
• 😀 Round 4 introduces double crochet clusters with chains, creating the textured look of the Sun's rays.
• 😀 Round 5 features a color change, where the yarn is alternated between two colors (yellow and blue) for a vibrant, sun-like effect.
• 😀 Round 6 begins creating a square shape by working on corners with double crochets and chains, and single/half double crochet stitches along the sides.
• 😀 Round 7 is focused on smoothing the edges, adding half double crochets for a cleaner finish and finalizing the square's shape.
• 😀 The tutorial emphasizes creative flexibility, allowing the viewer to experiment with colors and stitches, and even skip certain rounds for a different appearance.

Q & A

What is the first step in creating the Sun Granny Square?

The first step is to create a magic ring, which is done by tying the yarn around your fingers to establish an X shape and pulling the yarn through with your crochet hook to create a secure loop.

How many double crochets are required in the first round of the Sun Granny Square?

In the first round, you need to make 11 double crochets into the magic ring, in addition to the initial chain of 3, making a total of 12 stitches.

What is the purpose of the chain 2 in round 2 of the tutorial?

The chain 2 in round 2 serves as the first double crochet for the new round. After chaining 2, the next stitch is a single crochet, followed by a double crochet around the stem of the chain from the previous round.

What color change happens in round 5 and how is it done?

In round 5, there is a color change from yellow to blue. To switch colors, the last stitch of a yellow double crochet is left unfinished, and the blue yarn is added to complete the stitch.

What happens if round 3 is skipped in the pattern?

If round 3 is skipped, the square will still be completed, but the stitches from round 4 (which are worked in the back loops) will be more noticeable, creating an outer line effect around the square.

How do you ensure the stitches stay secure when changing colors in round 5?

When changing colors, you finish the stitch with the new color before moving on to the next stitch. It's important to hold the previous yarn tightly while switching colors to prevent it from loosening.

How is the corner of the square created in round 6?

To create the corner, you work 2 double crochets in the same space, then chain 3, followed by 2 more double crochets in the same space, creating a perfect corner.

How many single crochets are worked between each corner in round 6?

In round 6, between each corner, you work 7 single crochets in a row before moving on to the next stitch or corner.

Can I skip round 3 altogether if I want a simpler design?

Yes, you can skip round 3 to make a more simplified design, and just proceed directly to round 4, where you'll begin working into the back loops for a different texture.

What does the final round (round 7) of the Sun Granny Square involve?

In round 7, you work half double crochets into every stitch, including the corners, where you do 2 half double crochets, chain 3, and 2 more half double crochets to complete the corner.