The Big Flower Crochet Square is a bold, decorative granny square design featuring a layered floral center and rich stitch texture. Worked in the round and finished as a structured square, this pattern is ideal for crocheters who enjoy detailed stitches, color changes, and statement motifs.
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About This Pattern
This page includes the free online pattern for one complete square.
To make the full blanket, including all flower square variations, sizing guides, layouts, borders, and joining instructions, you can purchase the full Boxed Flower Squares Crochet Blanket pattern.
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About This Square
- Square Name: Big Flower Crochet Square
- Skill Level: Confident Beginner / Intermediate
- Construction: Worked in the round, then shaped into a square
- Finished Size: Approx. 24 cm / 9 inches (blocked)
This square is perfect for practicing color changes, textured stitches, and working floral motifs into a structured granny square.
This square is ideal for practicing:
- Color changes
- Textured stitches
- Front post stitch techniques
- Floral motif construction
What Can You Use a Big Flower Granny Square For?
Big flower granny squares are incredibly versatile and can be used in a wide range of crochet projects, including:
- Granny square blankets and afghans
- Cushion covers and pillow fronts
- Wall hangings and decorative panels
- Table runners or placemats
- Tote bags and project bags
- Statement patchwork throws
Because of their size and visual impact, big flower squares work especially well in feature panels or as repeating motifs in modern granny square blankets.
Materials & Tools
| Hook | 4.5mm Crochet Hooks |
|---|---|
| Yarn Weight | Worsted Yarn |
| Fibre Type | Cotton–Acrylic Blends |
| Other Tools | |
| Finished Size | Approx. 24 cm / 9 inches (blocked) |
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Pattern Instructions
Pattern Notes
- Written using standard US crochet terminology
- Worked in joined rounds with the right side facing at all times
- Each round is completed before moving on to the next
- Color changes are made by fastening off and joining new yarn
- Consistent yarn weight and hook size help maintain square sizing
- Blocking is strongly recommended for clean edges and accurate measurements
Skills & Techniques Used
Skills Required
- Working in the round
- Changing yarn colors
- Securing and weaving in ends
Skills & Techniques Used
Skills Required
- Working in the round
- Changing yarn colors
- Ending off and securing yarn neatly
Techniques Used
- Double crochet (dc)
- Half double crochet (hdc)
- Single crochet (sc)
- Front post stitches (fpdc, fphdc, fpsc)
- Shell stitches
- Back Loop Only (BLO) stitches
Quick Stitch Guide
All stitch instructions are available in both US Crochet Terminology and UK Crochet Terminology, making it easy to follow along using the terms you are most familiar with.
If you are new to any of the stitches used in this pattern, we recommend reviewing the relevant stitch guide before starting. Each guide includes step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stitch terminology conversions where applicable.
Take your time, practice any unfamiliar stitches, and most importantly—enjoy the process of creating your blanket one row at a time.
UK : BLO - Back loop only
AFR : als - Agterste Lus / agterlus alleen
1. Insert hook under the back loop only (farthest from you).
2. Complete the stitch as normal.
UK : ch - chain
AFR : ks - ketting steek
Make a slipknot, yo, pull through loop. Repeat for desired chains.
UK : ch-sp - chain space
AFR : Ks sp - Kettingsteek spasie
1. Make a slip knot on the hook.
2. Yarn over (yo).
3. Pull yarn through the loop on the hook. → 1 ch made.
4. Repeat for desired number of chains.
UK : tr - treble crochet
AFR : lb - Langbeentjie / dubblehekel
1. Yarn over.
2. Insert hook into stitch, pull up a loop (3 loops).
3. Yarn over and pull through first 2 loops (2 remain).
4. Yarn over and pull through last 2 loops.
UK : htr - half treble crochet
AFR : hlb - Halwe Langbeentjie / Half Lang Been / half-dubblehekel
1. Yarn over.
2. Insert hook into next stitch and pull up a loop (3 loops).
3. Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops.
UK : rep from * - repeat from *
AFR : her * - Herhaal van *
1) Find the *.
2) Work the instructions after it.
3) When told, go back to * and repeat the sequence the required number of times.
4) Stop when the pattern says.
UK : rep rows - repeat rows
AFR : Her/herh - Herhaal
Work rows as written for repetition count.
UK : dc - double crochet
AFR : kb - kortbeen / kortbeentjies / enkelhekel
1. Insert hook into the next stitch.
2. Yarn over and pull up a loop (2 loops on hook).
3. Yarn over and pull through both loops. → 1 sc complete.
UK : sh - Shell stitch
AFR : skulp - skulp steek
1. Work 3 dc of any (hdc,dc,tr) into same stitch or space.
2. Skip 2–3 sts depending on pattern, repeat.
UK : sl st - slip stitch
AFR : gls - glysteek
1. Insert hook into the stitch or space.
2. Yarn over and pull through the stitch and the loop on your hook (one motion).
3. Used to join rounds or move without height.
UK : sts - stitches
AFR : sts - Steke
1) Identify the stitch’s top “V”.
2) Insert hook as pattern instructs (both loops or FLO/BLO).
3) Work the stitch to completion. 4) Count stitches regularly.
UK : v st - V-stitch
AFR : Vst - V steek (lb,ks,lb)
1. Work dc, ch1, dc into same stitch/space.
2. Skip per pattern and repeat; creates an open V motif.
UK : yo - yarn over
AFR : dop/sdop - Draad oor pen / Slaan draad om pen
1) Hold yarn in non-dominant hand.
2) Bring yarn from back to front over the hook.
3) Pull yarn through loops as pattern requires.
UK : nxt - next stitch
AFR : volg - Volgende
1) Finish current stitch.
2) Move hook to the following stitch/space.
3) Insert hook as instructed and work the stitch.
Pattern Reference
This page is part of a larger crochet pattern and is intended as a companion tutorial or stitch reference. For complete instructions, materials, sizing information, and all pattern sections, please visit the main pattern page.Step by Step
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Round 1
Start with a magic ring, ch 3 (counts as dc), 11 dc into ring.
Join with sl st to top of starting ch. Fasten off.
Stitch count: 12 dc
Round 2
Join a new color with sc in any dc.
Ch 3 (counts as dc), ch 1, dc in same st to form first V-st.
*V-st (dc, ch 1, dc) in next dc*; repeat from * around.
Join with sl st to top of starting ch. Fasten off.
Stitch count: 12 V-sts
Round 3
Join a new color with sc in any ch-1 sp.
6 dc in next ch-1 sp (shell).
*Sc in next ch-1 sp, 6 dc in next ch-1 sp*; repeat around.
Join with sl st. Fasten off.
Stitch count: 6 sc, 6 shells of 6 dc
Round 4
Join a new color with sc in any sc.
Ch 5 (counts as dc + ch 3), dc in same st.
Sk next 2 sts, sc, ch 1, sc, sk next 2 sts.
*Dc, ch 3, dc in next sc; sk 2 sts, sc, ch 1, sc, sk 2 sts*;
repeat around. Join with sl st. Fasten off.
Stitch count:
6 corner V-sts (dc, ch 3, dc)
Rounds 5–11
Continue working the square following the established pattern to build:
- Petal layers
- Textured front post detailing
- Corner spaces
- Final square shaping
(Full round-by-round expansion, and square variations are included in the paid blanket pattern.)
Round 5 – Expanding the Petals
Join new color with sc in the ch-1 space between the 2 sc stitches from Round 4.
Work 8 dc into the next ch-3 space.
*Sc in next ch-1 space, 8 dc in next ch-3 space* — repeat from * around.
Join with sl st to first sc.
Ch 1, do not turn. Do not fasten off.
Stitch Count: 6 sc, 48 dc (6 groups of 8 dc)
Round 6 – Thickening the Flower
*Sc in next sc, 2 dc in each of the next 8 dc stitches* — repeat from * around.
Join with sl st to first sc.
Fasten off.
Stitch Count (per repeat): 1 sc, 16 dc
Total: 6 sc, 96 dc
Round 7 – Textured Front Post Detail (BLO)
Note: Work this round in the back loop only (BLO) of Round 6 dc stitches.
Join new color with sc around the first dc post of a 16-dc section.
Ch 3 (counts as fpdc),
Fpdc around next 3 dc posts,
Fphdc around next 2 dc posts,
Fpsc around next 4 dc posts,
Fphdc around next 2 dc posts,
Fpdc around next 4 dc posts.
*Skip next sc, then repeat the fp sequence around the next 16 dc posts* — repeat from * around.
Join with sl st to top of starting ch-3.
Fasten off.
Stitch Count (per section): 4 fpdc, 2 fphdc, 4 fpsc, 2 fphdc, 4 fpdc
Total Sections: 6
Round 8 – Large Petal Shells
Instructions:
Join new color with sc in first fpdc stitch.
Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 5 dc in same stitch (6 dc total).
*Skip next 5 stitches, 6 dc in next stitch* — repeat from * around.
Join with sl st to top of starting ch-3.
Fasten off.
Stitch Count: 16 shells of 6 dc, 96 dc total
Round 9 – Lace Framework
Join new color with sc in space between two 6-dc shells.
Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc tog, ch 1, 2 dc tog, ch 2, 2 dc tog, ch 1, 2 dc tog — all worked into the same space.
Ch 4,
*Skip next shell, sc in next space,
ch 5, skip shell, sc in next space,
ch 5, skip shell, sc in next space,
ch 4.*
Repeat from * around.
Join with sl st to the top of starting ch-3.
Fasten off.
Motif Count : 4 corner lace motifs, 12 sc spacers
Round 10 – Squaring the Circle (Advanced Shaping)
Note:This round creates the square shape. Work carefully.
Join new color in a corner ch-2 space.
Ch 3 (counts as dc), 1 dc, ch 2, 2 dc (first corner made).
Work across the side as follows:
* Fpdcaround next 2-dc-tog post
Dc in next ch-1 space
Fpdc around next 2-dc-tog post
Dc in next ch-5 space
Working in BLO of Round 9:
Skip first stitch
Hdc in next 4 stitches
Skip last stitch
Hdc in ch-4 space,
Fphdc around previous fphdc,
Sc in ch-5 space
Continue shaping stitches as written in the pattern across the side.
Repeat side instructions 3 more times to form 4 sides.
Join with sl st to starting ch-3.
Fasten off.
Result: Fully squared flower motif
Round 11 - HDC Square Border
Join new color in any corner ch-2 space.
Ch 2 (counts as hdc), 1 hdc in same space.
*2 hdc in corner ch-2 space,
hdc in each stitch across the side,
2 hdc in the next corner ch-2 space, ch 2.*
Repeat from * 3 more times.
Join with sl st to top of starting ch-2.
Fasten off.
Base of Square Complete
Finished Size: approx. 24 cm / 9 inches
Work in all remaining ends securely.
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What yarn weight is best for a big crochet flower square?
Frequently Asked Questions – Big Flower Crochet Square
What is a big crochet flower square?
A big crochet flower square is a large decorative granny square featuring a floral center that expands outward into a structured square shape. It is commonly used in blankets, cushions, and statement crochet projects.
Is this big flower square suitable for beginners?
Yes. Confident beginners who are comfortable working in the round and following stitch counts will enjoy this pattern. It’s also a great skill-builder for textured stitches.
What yarn weight works best?
Worsted / Aran weight yarn (Category 4) works best for achieving the intended size and stitch definition.
Do I need to block my square?
Yes. Blocking helps define the petals, straighten edges, and ensure consistent sizing.
Can I use this square for projects other than blankets?
Absolutely. This square works beautifully for cushion covers, wall art, bags, table décor, and modern granny square projects.
Can I use this square for projects other than a blanket?
Absolutely. This big crochet flower square can be used for:
- Cushion covers
- Wall hangings
- Table runners
- Tote bags
- Statement afghans
For larger projects, the boxed frame instructions in the full pattern help maintain structure and consistency.
