There’s something truly special about a daisy granny square. It combines the timeless charm of a classic granny square with the delicate beauty of a flower motif — and the result is absolutely stunning. Whether you’re a beginner looking for your first granny square project or an experienced crocheter searching for a fresh floral design, this easy crochet pattern is the perfect fit.
In this step-by-step tutorial, you’ll learn exactly how to crochet a puffy daisy granny square from start to finish, including tips on yarn selection, hook size, and how to get those signature puffed petals just right.
Materials Needed to Make a Daisy Granny Square
You only need a few simple supplies to get started:
Yarn This pattern uses worsted weight yarn in three colors. A light color like white works beautifully for the petals, while a contrasting color works well for the flower center and the granny square border. Feel free to experiment — swapping the border color for a soft blue, for example, creates an entirely different look.
Crochet Hook An H 8 / 5.00 mm crochet hook is recommended for worsted weight yarn. If you’re working with a different yarn weight, choose a hook size appropriate for that yarn.
Special Stitches This beginner-friendly crochet pattern uses only basic stitches: the slip stitch, double crochet, treble crochet, and chain stitch. The flower center begins with a foundation ring, though a magic ring works just as well if you prefer.
The secret to those gorgeous puffy petals? It’s all about where you insert your hook. Read on and you’ll see exactly what that means.
Crochet Abbreviations
- ch = chain
- dc = double crochet
- sc = single crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- tr = treble crochet
Daisy Granny Square Size
With the yarn and hook size listed above, the finished daisy granny square measures approximately 5″ x 5″.
Want to adjust the size? Leave off the final row for a smaller square, or add extra rows and use a larger hook and yarn for a bigger motif. If you’d like to explore more granny square sizing and construction options, check out this guide to mastering the basic granny square for helpful reference.
Daisy Granny Square Crochet Pattern Instructions
Round 1 — Flower Center
With Pink, ch 5 and join to form a ring.
R1: Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 11 dc in ring. (12 double crochet stitches total.) Fasten off Pink.
Round 2 — Daisy Petals
With White, make a standing treble crochet in any dc from the previous round. Work 3 more tr in the same stitch.
Remove the hook from the loop and insert the hook into the top of the starting tr, then use the hook to pull the loop through the top of the first stitch. Petal made. Ch 2.
*4 tr in next stitch, remove hook from loop, insert into the top of the 1st tr of the petal and pull the last loop through. Ch 2. Repeat from * 10 more times. (12 petals total.)
Join with a slip stitch to the 1st stitch in the round. Fasten off White.
Note: In the next round, you’ll work groups of stitches into each of the ch-2 spaces from Round 2. The puffy petals should be sitting on the right side of your work.
Round 3 — Granny Square Border (First Round)
Join Gray with a slip stitch in any ch-2 space. Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc). In the same space, work 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc. (First corner made.)
Work 3 dc in each of the next 2 spaces.
*(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next space (corner made), work 3 dc in each of the next 2 spaces. Repeat from * 2 more times.
Join with a sl st to the top of the 1st ch-3.
You can stop here for a smaller daisy granny square, or continue with Round 4 for a more traditional granny square finish.
Round 4 — Granny Square Border (Second Round)
Sl st in the next 2 stitches and into the corner space. In the same corner space, ch 3 and work 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc. (Corner made.)
Work 3 dc in each of the next 3 spaces.
*(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corner space, 3 dc in each of the next 3 spaces. Repeat from * 2 more times.
Join with a sl st to the top of the 1st ch-3. Fasten off yarn and weave in all yarn tails.
Your daisy granny square is complete!
Project Ideas for Your Daisy Granny Squares
Once you’ve mastered this easy crochet pattern, the possibilities are wide open. Here are a few ways to put your daisy squares to use:
- Baby blanket — Stitch multiple squares together for a sweet, floral baby blanket. For another beginner-friendly blanket option, try this easy textured crochet baby blanket pattern.
- Afghan or throw — Join enough squares for a full-sized blanket and finish with a decorative scalloped border.
- Pillow cover — Sew four squares together for a charming floral pillow front.
- Granny square cardigan or scarf — Daisy squares work beautifully as modular pieces in wearable crochet projects. If you’re interested in exploring crochet wearables, take a look at these beginner crochet wearables and easy projects.
- Tote bag — Substitute the daisy square into your favorite granny square bag pattern for a fun floral variation.
Granny Square FAQ
What size is a daisy granny square? The size depends on your yarn weight and hook size. Using worsted weight yarn and a 5.00 mm hook, the finished square is approximately 5″ x 5″. Add or remove rows, or adjust hook and yarn size, to change the dimensions.
What is a classic granny square? A classic granny square is worked in groups of 3 double crochet stitches, separated by chain spaces at each corner — similar to Rounds 3 and 4 of this pattern. You can learn more about the construction in this classic granny square crochet pattern guide.
Can you make a blanket out of granny squares? Absolutely! Crochet as many squares as needed for your desired dimensions, join them together, and add a border. The daisy granny square looks especially stunning when worked up into a full afghan with a scalloped edge finish.
