Crochet Diamond Center Granny Squares

Introduction

Crochet Diamond Center Granny Squares are a wonderful addition to any crocheter's repertoire! These squares feature a lovely diamond pattern at the center, surrounded by traditional granny square stitches, creating a beautiful and intricate design that is sure to impress. They are perfect for incorporating into blankets, pillows, or even as standalone decorations.

With a variety of color combinations and yarn types to choose from, you can customize each square to match your personal style or project theme. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, mastering the Crochet Diamond Center Granny Square is a fun and rewarding experience that will elevate your crochet game to the next level. Give it a try and watch as your projects transform into stunning works of art!

Materials Needed

• Small amount worsted weight acrylic yarn. Excellence by Nomis in Copen Blue was used in the example.
• Size H/8 or 5mm aluminum crochet hook.
• Yarn needle.

Yarn Specifications

Yarn Thickness: 3mm

Gauge: 5sc=1"

Finished Size: 6" x 6"

Skill Level: Beginner

Instructions

Round 1

RND 1: Ch4, join w/slst to first ch to form a ring. Ch3, 2dc in ring. Ch2. *3dc in ring. Ch2. Rep from * 2 times more. Join w/slst to top of ch3.

Round 2

RND 2: Slst to the first ch2 sp. Sc in the same sp. Ch4. Sc in the same sp. Ch5. *Sc, ch4, sc in the next ch2 sp. Ch5. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to first sc.

Round 3

RND 3: Slst into the first ch4 lp. Ch3, 2dc, ch2, 3dc in same lp. Sc, ch5, sc in next ch5 sp. *3dc, ch2, 3dc in next ch4 lp. Sc, ch5, sc in next ch5 sp. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch3.

Round 4

RND 4: Slst to the next ch2 sp. Sc in the same sp. Ch3, sc in the same sp. Ch3. 4dc, ch2, 4dc in next ch5 lp. Ch3. *Sc, ch3, sc in next ch2 sp. Ch3. 4dc, ch2, 4dc in next ch5 lp. Ch3. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to first sc.

Round 5

RND 5: Slst into the next ch3 sp. Sc in the same sp. 3dc in the next ch3 sp. Dc in each of the next 4 dc. 3dc, ch2, 3dc in next ch2 corner sp. Dc in each of the next 4 dc. 3dc in the next ch3 sp. *Sc in the next ch3 sp. 3dc in the next ch3 sp. Dc in each of the next 4 dc. 3dc, ch2, 3dc in next ch2 corner sp. Dc in each of the next 4 dc. 3dc in the next ch3 sp. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to first sc.

Round 6

RND 6: Ch2. Hdc in each of the next 10 dc. 3hdc, ch2, 3hdc in next ch2 corner sp. Hdc in each of the next 10 dc. *Hdc in next 11 dc. 3hdc, ch2, 3hdc in next ch2 corner sp. Hdc in each of the next 10 dc. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch2. Fasten off and weave all ends into the back of work.