About This Pattern
This pansy square starts small, a magic ring in yellow. It grows into petals, then a pink edge. Three rounds, one evening, one cup of tea beside you. It needs yellow and pink yarn, a 5.5 mm hook, and a little patience for the petal shaping. Good for a coaster, a patch, or a quiet stretch of hands-on time. Nothing about it rushes.
In the basket
Abbreviations
- ch
- chain
- sc
- single crochet
- sl st
- slip stitch
- hdc
- half double crochet
- dc
- double crochet
- tr
- triple crochet
Crochet pansy granny square for small home touches
Main Pattern
Round 1 is worked with yellow yarn.
Round 3 is worked with a new color such as pink.
- Round 1Start with a magic ring using yellow yarn; chain 1, then make 10 single crochets into the magic ring; close the ring with a slip stitch. (10)
- Round 2Chain 3; repeat 3 times: skip 1 stitch, single crochet into the next stitch, chain 2, skip 1 stitch, single crochet into the next stitch; slip stitch into the first chain-3 space.
- Round 3Switch to new color yarn like pink; work around the petals with different stitches: half double crochet, double crochet, 5 triple crochets, double crochet, half double crochet; cut and weave in ends.
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Before the first stitch
- Check you have yellow for round one and pink for round three.
- Read round two once before starting; the chain-2 spaces shape the petals.
- Have scissors ready near you for the color change after round two.
Minutes per piece
- Main pansy motif (rounds 1-3) about 45 minutes, because three rounds with a color change
- Edging and back collar about 1-2 hours, because corner clusters take care
Other yarns that work
- Cotton, worsted weight Crisper petal edges, less stretch, same 5.5 mm hook works well.
- Acrylic, worsted weight Softer drape, easier color changes, good for a first try.
Where it ends up
- A single coaster under a mug, paired with a plain linen mat.
- A patch sewn onto a tote bag, paired with a plain canvas base.
- A small wall pin, paired with two or three plain squares around it.
Joining up
- Step 1 Finishing the Edges: Choose a background color yarn; work around each petal with half double crochets; adjust the number of stitches depending on the thickness of the yarn; finish by slip stitching and weaving in ends.
- Step 2 Back Granny Square Collar: Use sparkly yarn or desired color for the back; work 2 double crochets in each chain-3 space, chaining 1 in between; work corner clusters of 3 double crochets, chain 1, 3 double crochets in the corner spaces; continue working around, chaining 1 between clusters; turn the work and repeat the pattern for the backside.
- Step 3 Additional Finish (Optional): Work half double crochets or slip stitches along the edges for a decorative effect; secure and weave in any remaining ends.
Small notes
- Use a 5.5 mm hook throughout; it keeps the ten stitches in round one loose enough to work into.
- Watch your tension on the chain-2 spaces in round two; too tight and the petals won't sit right.
Little questions
Can I use one color instead of yellow and pink?
Yes, the pattern works in any two colors. Keep the same round structure. The petal shape stays the same either way.
Why does round two use chain-2 spaces?
Those spaces open room for the petals in round three. Skipping a stitch before each chain gives the shell shape space to sit. Without them, petals would crowd.
Do I need stitch markers for this square?
Not strictly, since round one closes with a slip stitch. A marker can help you track the first stitch in round two. It's optional, not required.
How many squares do I need for a set?
That depends on your project size; the pattern makes one square at a time. Each takes about 45 minutes to an hour for the main motif. Plan your total by how many squares you want.
Original pattern: https://crocheteverything.com/crochet-pansy-granny-square-tutorial-great-project-for-home-charm/
About the Author
Tamsin Okoro Who writes the patterns at Yarn Gallery, how a pattern gets from the hook to the page, and what this site will never do.
