Looking for a super quick and easy crochet project? Check out this Cutie Granny Square Doily pattern! It’s a precious little doily that works up in just 10 rounds using basic crochet stitches. And best of all, this incredibly adorable square doily pattern is free!
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This pattern is the perfect chance to practice your granny square skills with just a handful of basic stitches. It’s also a fun way to play with different colors and textures of yarn. Whether you opt for a single, solid color or mix and match an array of shades, the creative possibilities are endless!
Adjust the size by using different weight yarns and hook sizes. For reference, the tiny square doily in the photo, crocheted with a 1.5 mm hook and lace weight yarn, measures 13.5 cm or 5.3 inches. Make it a petite doily or work it up in a chunkier yarn for a larger, more substantial piece. Use it as a sweet decorative accent, a coaster or even a dishcloth! The choice is yours, so feel free to experiment and find the perfect size and texture that suits your style.
Gather your yarn, hook, needle, and scissors, because today we’re creating the most adorable Cutie Granny Square Doily. It’s a breeze to make, and you’ll have it done in no time. Trust me, this cute little project is gonna be your new fave. Let’s get hooking!
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Instructions
Make a magic ring.
- Round 1:Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in the ring, * ch 3, 3 dc in the ring; repeat from * 3 times, pull the thread tail to close the ring as much as needed, ch 1 and join with hdc in 3rd ch of beg ch3 to create last ch-3 sp of the round. (12 dc, 4 ch-3 spaces)
- Round 2:Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same sp, * dc in next 3 dc, in next ch-3 sp work (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc); repeat from * 3 times, dc in next 3 dc, 2 dc in next sp, ch 1 and join with hdc in 3rd ch of beg ch3 to create last ch-3 sp of the round. (28 dc, 4 ch-3 spaces)
- Round 3:Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same sp, * dc in next 7 dc, in next ch-3 sp work (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc); repeat from * 3 times, dc in next 7 dc, 2 dc in next sp, ch 1 and join with hdc in 3rd ch of beg ch3 to create last ch-3 sp of the round. (44 dc, 4 ch-3 spaces)
- Round 4:Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same sp, * dc in next 11 dc, in next ch-3 sp work (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc); repeat from * 3 times, dc in next 11 dc, 2 dc in next sp, ch 1 and join with hdc in 3rd ch of beg ch3 to create last ch-3 sp of the round. (60 dc, 4 ch-3 spaces)
- Round 5:Ch 6 (counts as dc and ch-3 sp), 2 dc in same sp, * dc in next dc, (ch 1, skip next dc, dc in next dc) 7 times **, in next ch-3 sp work (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc); repeat from * 3 times and from * to ** once more, dc in next sp, join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch6. (48 dc, 4 ch-3 spaces, 28 ch-1 spaces)
- Round 6:Sl st in next ch-3 sp, ch 3 (counts as dc), in same sp work (2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc), * ch 2, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, (ch 2, skip next ch-1 sp, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 3 times, ch 2 **, in next ch-3 sp work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc); repeat from * 3 times and from * to ** once more, join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch3. (72 dc, 4 ch-3 spaces, 20 ch-2 spaces)
- Round 7:Sl st in next 2 dc and in next ch-3 sp, ch 3 (counts as dc), in same sp work (2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc), * ch 2, (3 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2) 5 times **, in next ch-3 sp work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc); repeat from * 3 times and from * to ** once more, join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch3. (84 dc, 4 ch-3 spaces, 24 ch-2 spaces)
- Round 8: Sl st in next 2 dc and in next ch-3 sp, ch 3 (counts as dc), in same sp work (2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc), * ch 2, (3 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2) 6 times **, in next ch-3 sp work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc); repeat from * 3 times and from * to ** once more, join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch3. (96 dc, 4 ch-3 spaces, 28 ch-2 spaces)
- Round 9:Sl st in next 2 dc and in next ch-3 sp, ch 4 (counts as dc and ch-1 sp), in same sp work (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc), * [ch 3, sc in next ch-2 sp, ch 3, in next ch-2 sp work (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc)] 3 times, ch 3, sc in next ch-2 sp, ch 3 **, in next ch-3 sp work (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc); repeat from * 3 times and from * to ** once more, join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch4. (56 dc, 16 sc, 32 ch-3 spaces, 40 ch-1 spaces)
- Round 10: Sl st in next ch-1 sp, ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same sp, ch 3 and sl st in 3rd ch from the hook – picot made, (3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3 and sl st in 3rd ch from the hook – picot made) twice, 2 dc in next ch-1 sp, * (ch 3, sc in next sc, ch 3, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3 and sl st in 3rd ch from the hook – picot made, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) 3 times, ch 3, sc in next sc, ch 3 **, 2 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3 and sl st in 3rd ch from the hook – picot made, (3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3 and sl st in 3rd ch from the hook – picot made) twice, 2 dc in next ch-1 sp; repeat from * 3 times and from to ** once more, join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch3. (112 dc, 16 sc, 32 ch-3 spaces, 24 ch-3 picots)
Fasten off and weave in any loose ends for a clean finish.
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| hdc | half double crochet |
| dc | double crochet |
| sp | space |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| beg | beginning |
| * | work instructions following * as many times as indicated |
| ( ) | work instructions the number of times specified or work instructions in the stitch or space indicated or contains explanatory remarks |
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