Do you love granny square blankets but want to kick it up a notch? If so, you’re going to completely love these unique granny square blanket crochet patterns featuring bold colors, unconventional shapes, and playful motifs.
Offering a fresh and cool take on the beloved granny squares, these patterns showcase an explosion of color, quirky designs, and inventive combinations. Scroll down to find all sorts of funky blankets that are sure to make your day brighter!
If you’re only just learning out on your crochet journey, catch up with the basics with our step-by-step guide on How to crochet granny squares for beginners. And if you’re looking for individual granny square patterns, you can find loads of them in our Crochet Granny Square and Square Patterns post!
Once you’ve made all of your squares, you need to join them all together. Check out our tutorial on How to join granny squares—the most basic way!
49 Unique Granny Square Blanket Crochet Patterns
1. Modern Weave Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Pippin Poppycock
Even if you’re relatively new to the world of granny squares, everyone will enjoy making this stunning modern weave granny blanket! Amazingly, it’s made up purely of simple 4-round squares made in solid colours, but it’s the clever layout that creates the amazing weave appearance.
Because the squares are positioned in a diamond layout, you’ll also learn how to make triangles (half granny squares) to complete your edges.
Get the Pattern by Pippin Poppycock here
2. Umbrella Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Elealinda Design
The Umbrella Granny Square Blanket gets its name from the circular centers within the squares that resemble tiny cocktail umbrellas when seen from above, adding a delightful touch.
Besides blankets, these granny squares can be repurposed for a variety of other projects like bags or cushions and a fantastic scrap-busting project.
Get the Pattern by Elealinda Design here
3. Stargazer Blanket Crochet Pattern by Emma Varnam
Inspired by the geometric patterns of traditional patchwork quilts, this Stargazer Blanket recreates the traditional quilt motif in yarn using granny squares. With the design’s joyful color palette, it will be the perfect accessory to refresh any room!
Get the Pattern by Emma Varnam here
4. Rainbow Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Raffamusa Designs
Explore all the possibilities of granny squares and the granny stitch with this super fun Rainbow Granny Square Blanket!
There are 14 patterns provided, so you will need to make a few squares a couple of times. Each square’s pattern does not indicate a specific color scheme. Feel free to play around with color combinations of your choice.
5. Crochet Blanket Granny Unique Square Pattern by Crochet Beja
This Unique Granny Square Pattern is special because it’s not made like the usual ones with small granny squares stitched together later. Instead, this impressive crochet piece is a series of triangles that are settled in between each other. This style gives the blanket a subtle, modern look.
6. Rainbow Bricks Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Insomnia Crochet UK
This Rainbow Bricks Granny Square Blanket is like magic with its optical illusion squares that pop out in a 3D design, resembling tumbling blocks. You can make this using 22 different DK yarn colors, perfect for using up those leftover bits and bobs of yarn you have lying around!
Get the Pattern by Insomnia Crochet UK here
7. Prismatic Chromatic Crochet Square Blanket Pattern by Red Heart
As well as using colors to create stripes on your granny squares, they can also be used to create amazing graphical designs. This type of diagonal two-tone granny squares enables you to create and design your own geometrical granny square blankets.
This enjoyable pattern also features the intarsia technique and is completed with a double crochet edging and eye-catching tassels.
8. Tea With Granny Crochet Granny Square Blanket Pattern by Made By Anita Crochet
Tea with Granny is a delightful way to learn granny squares! The pattern offers comprehensive instructions for each square, allowing complete freedom to mix and match them to your heart’s content! Vary the colors for a lively look that adds an upbeat note wherever you display it.
Get the Pattern by Made by Anita Crochet here
9. Thyme To Crochet Afghan Crochet Pattern by Holland Designs
The floral design of this Thyme To Crochet Afghan adds a unique touch and character to this blanket, which will accompany you on cold nights!
It is made up of beautiful textured squares which are joined as you work, meaning there is no need to sew them together afterward. The fun squares will keep your interest and help you finish this project in no time!
Get the Pattern by Holland Designs here
10. Nouveau Chic Granny Throw Crochet Pattern by Red Heart
Lovely flower-shaped patterns embroidered across a variety of granny squares give this crocheted throw a reminiscent feel of tiles from faraway lands. With its creative granny design, it brings coziness and warmth to your space, no matter the colors you choose.
Drape it over your furniture or spread it out on your bed to infuse any part of your home with intriguing textures and visual appeal.
11. Square Scramble Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by The Hat And I
This lively crochet throw is a cozy layer made up of granny squares. Made with medium weight yarn, squares take on different sizes. Arranged in a random pattern, they create a playful and unique design that also showcases the rainbow of colors!
Get the Pattern by The Hat And I here
12. Crochet Checkerboard Granny Square Blanket Pattern by Crochet For You
The variegated yarn in this project works beautifully, although you could use scraps of solid colors instead. What a different look from a traditional granny square blanket!
13. Crochet Square Flair Blanket Pattern by Yarnspirations
Here’s a variation on everyone’s favorite granny square pattern. This Crochet Square Flair Blanket is easy to memorize and fun to crochet – suitable for beginners.
While this granny blanket pattern is largely made in the same grey shade, it also uses some clever alternate rounds to inject an extra splash of color.
14. African Flowers Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Stoutos Stuff
This crochet afghan pattern is filled with vibrant granny squares adorned with multiple colors, drawing inspiration from the flowers of South Africa. It consists of eight distinct granny squares, including four larger square patterns and four smaller ones.
Toss it over a piece of furniture or lay it across the bed to invigorate your space.
Get the Pattern by Stoutos Stuff here
15. Autumn Swirl Blanket Crochet Pattern by Nauti Krall
This Autumn Swirl Blanket features a cozy blend of warm, earthy tones paired with the cool colors reminiscent of a stormy autumn sky. The motif incorporated in this design adds a unique touch that elevates the blanket beyond a simple granny square project.
By creating solid-colored motifs for each section, the final piece takes shape, resulting in a captivating swirling afghan. Complete the look with a simple single crochet border all around and add playful tassels in each corner for a charming finishing touch.
Get the Pattern by Nauti Krall here
16. Patched Persuasion Throw Crochet Pattern by Red Heart
Reminiscent of old patchwork quilts, this crochet throw contains a variety of different granny square motifs that create such a fun result. This one-of-a-kind accent piece elevates any environment, whether it’s a mid-century modern space or a carefree boho setting.
17. Color Riot Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Cypress Textiles
With this Color Riot Granny Square Blanket, wildly colorful motifs come together more simply than you think. Helpful instructions to take care of yarn tails makes this a calming piece, perfect for remnants. Omit the border motifs and just join the Color Riot motifs together if you like, for a whole different look.
Get the Pattern by Cypress Textiles here
18. Crochet Monstera Granny Square Blanket Pattern by Moara Crochet
Indulge your inner plant lover with this Monstera-inspired Granny Square Blanket. The center of each granny square is a bright green monstera leaf, while the outer edges of each square uses a simple background color, enabling each leaf to pop.
Get the Pattern by Moara Crochet here
19. Gift Box Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Repeat Crafter Me
This granny square blanket is made up of granny squares that look like gift boxes! And they’re actually very simple to make. All you need to do is crochet a solid square and then add slip stitches and long crochet chain for a bow.
It would make a nice Christmas blanket but think of all the color possibilities! Wouldn’t this be a fabulous birthday blanket, as well?
20. Caramel Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Lena Masterica
Stitch up this crochet throw featuring raised and textured stitches that keep you entertained as you bring its beauty to life. Created in neutral colors, drape it over a piece of furniture or lay it across the bed to invigorate your space
Get the Pattern by Lena Masterica here
21. Gunther Blanket Crochet Pattern by Catherine Crochets
This Gunther Blanket is made from square crochet tiles. Each tile has series of “V”s around the four sides and when they’re joined together, they create a gorgeous repeating diamond pattern. The blanket is finished off with a sumptuous ribbed border making it a wonderful choice for snuggling under.
Get the Pattern by Catherine Crochets here
22. Find Your Way Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by While They Dream
This Find Your Way Blanket is a quilt-inspired crochet blanket using a variety of differently textured granny squares. The pattern instructions are easy to follow and include two blanket illustrations. If you’re looking for an interesting take on the granny square, this project is for you.
Get the Pattern by While They Dream here
23. Fish In The Pond Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Lena Fedotova
Bright colors, cheerful fish, and easy to crochet granny squares transform this blanket into an incredibly enticing project! The background utilizes five varying shades of blue to enhance the intricacy of the design, while the charming, bubbly picots accentuate the aquatic theme of the blanket.
Your selection of colors has the power to create either a vibrant and playful or a simple and minimalist appearance. Explore different color combinations with the provided blank template in the pattern.
Get the Pattern by Lena Fedotova here
24. Rag Quilt Style Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern by Highland Hickory Designs
This beautiful baby blanket was styled to mimic a rag quilt. Each solid granny square has holes in the shape of an “X” the same way that the stitching would be on a traditional rag quilt square. The light ruffling around each square is sweet without being geared too much toward a girl’s blanket.
The pattern is easy and contains many pictures. It uses chains, single crochets, half double crochets and double crochets.
25. Graphic Fall Throw Crochet Pattern by Red Heart
Granny squares don’t always have to be square! This particular one forms a diamond shape with circular clusters at its center. It’s a wonderful opportunity to experiment with various color combinations while sticking with the same style throughout!
26. Lemon Granny Squares Blanket Crochet Pattern by Knot And Twist Designs
This crocheted blanket is an excellent granny square project that is bound to grab anyone’s attention! It combines lemon squares and lace squares that are crocheted together, allowing you to customize the blanket to any desired size.
Get the Pattern by Knot And Twist Designs here
27. Sweet Sixteen Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Nancy Said
Here’s a pattern for creating a Sweet Sixteen Granny Square Crochet Blanket that is built from 16 large easy squares with repeating rounds and motifs. The different textures and colors in this vibrant patchwork blanket make it a lively home accessory, just the ideal size for snuggling under on the couch.
Get the Pattern by Nancy Said here
28. Crochet Modern Granny Square Blanket Pattern by Be Ewenique Boutique
This Crochet Modern Granny Square Blanket is a fresh and trendy take on the classic granny square. This design showcases a beautiful transition of colors from light to dark, creating a cool and stylish look. It’s perfect for making cozy and fashionable blankets that fit perfectly in any modern home.
Get the Pattern by Be Ewenique Crochet here
29. Plaid Granny Afghan Crochet Pattern by Change Path Crochet
Get the beautiful look of plaid with just the classic granny squares! This Plaid Granny Afghan uses mitered granny squares arranged in a special way to create a classic plaid design.
Each square fits together like a puzzle. forming a timeless plaid pattern that’s cozy and perfect for adding a traditional touch to any space.
30. Crochet Kaleidoscope Throw Pattern by Red Heart
Stunning colors truly come to life in this captivating and easy-to-make throw. The main motif is created using self-striping yarn, showcasing a mesmerizing burst of changing colors. After joining the motifs, a framing border is added, giving a polished finish to the throw.
This Crochet Kaleidoscope Throw is perfect for beginners, offering a chance to practice chain, double crochet, and working in the round techniques.
31. Holographic Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Devan Winchester
We all love it when granny squares bloom with colorful flowers, don’t we? Crochet this lap or baby blanket with granny square in a mix of 20 colors, put together in a way to create this unique color effect.
32. Crochet Spiral Funky Granny Square Blanket Pattern by Of Mars
I love a good granny square and I think the Spiral Granny Squares are the most eye-catching of them all. This blanket is made using a serious of spiral squares sewn together in a funky fashion to make a swirly, unique blanket. You can make your own blanket as cheerful, colorful and playful as you wish!
Get the Pattern by Of Mars here
33. Retro Chevron Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Pippin Poppycock
Here’s how to make this unique chevron blanket using granny squares! Each granny square consists of only 4 rounds, making them fast and easy to create. Once all squares have been made, using the chart they are then positioned and joined using a simple single crochet join.
Get the Pattern by Pippin Poppycock here
34. Diamond Crochet Granny Square Afghan Pattern by Yarnspirations
Create a traditional granny square motif with a contemporary twist, blending vibrant colors with subtle neutrals! This simple crochet pattern stands out, especially with the addition of playful tassels!
35. Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Annemarie Benthem
This granny square blanket pattern is formed by a huge central granny square, which is then turned into a granny rectangle, and then finished off with a row of granny squares at two of the ends.
It’s a great stash-buster project and looks fantastic with each round worked in a different colour, although you can always get creative and give it your own personal colour scheme!
Get the Pattern by Annemarie Benthem here
36. Berries In The Frost Throw Crochet Pattern by The Crochet Swirl
Replicate the patchwork quilt feel with this Berries in the Frost Throw made with large and small granny squares. This unique design is made using double knit yarn in 10 different colors. The beautiful drape on this gorgeous blanket makes it look spectacular no matter where it’s placed!
37. Warp And Weft Blanket Crochet Pattern by Felted Button
With a unique arrangement of simple granny squares and rectangles and clever use of color, this blanket looks like it is woven, hence the warp and weft name.
Using 48 wee bits of color and a main color, the blanket works up quickly and is a fun and modern twist on the traditional granny. Add a pom pom edging and it adds even more colorful whimsy.
38. Retro Leaf Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern by Creative Designs By Sheila
This simple 2 round repeat granny square is reminiscent of leafy shapes found on the fabrics from the 1950s era, when graphic shapes like boomerangs, stars and atoms were all the rage. Four small squares join to make one larger square, and the fun tassels at each corner add whimsy to this unique granny square blanket.
Get the Pattern by Creative Designs By Sheila here
39. Shabby Chic Granny Square Throw Crochet Pattern by Wool N Hook
The design of this Shabby Chic Granny Square Throw is a mixture of different sized granny squares for a funky look and worked in a range of pinks, yellows, and purples—perfect for your favorite cozy chair or picnics!
Get the Pattern by Wool N Hook here
40. Vintage Sweethearts Blanket Crochet Pattern by Cherry Heart Shop
This cheery throw comes to life with different size square motifs that are crocheted and sewn together. Bursting with color and pattern, this crochet granny square blanket revitalizes a room with the spirit of spring, but you can easily customize colors to suit your space.
Get the Pattern by Cherry Heart Shop here
41. Creative Crossings Blanket Crochet Pattern by Kirsten Holloway Designs
With this Creative Crossings Blanket Crochet Pattern, you get 25 new and unique granny square designs in one! Even if you don’t want to make the blanket, these granny square patterns can be used to make everything from scarves to shawls.
42. Mondrian Windows Blanket Crochet Pattern by The Crochet Swirl
Inspired by geometric patchwork quilt patterns, this Mondrian Windows Blanket consists of smaller squares joined together to form larger squares, following the principles of the disappearing 4 patch quilt design. It’s a marvelous accent that really makes a statement of contemporary flair in any space.
43. Fenya Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Dada’s Place
This Fenya Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern is a lovely vintage-style blanket made using popcorn stitches. You have the freedom to decide the size of your blanket by making more or fewer squares. Each square is generously sized, around 22 x 22 cm, giving you a cozy and customizable blanket to snuggle in.
Get the Pattern by Dada’s Place here
44. Granny Square Crochet Blanket Pattern by Yarnspirations
You’ll love these big granny squares stitched together with single crochets. They are quick to crochet with a decidedly modern approach and simple two-row contrast that really stands out.
45. Pinwheel Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by My Crochetory
This Pinwheel Granny Square Blanket is a captivating and unique design. With an assembly resembling a pinwheel, this blanket is created by arranging 48 granny squares joined together with a mattress stitch, resulting in a visual striking finished product. You can easily adjust blanket size according to your preferences and make it as big or small as you’d like.
Get the Pattern by My Crochetory here
46. Battenberg Blanket Crochet Pattern by Cherry Heart
Consisting of colorful little squares, this Battenberg Blanket is very easy and so fun to make! The pattern is versatile and looks cool in many color combinations.
47. Star Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Dublin Bay Crochet
Here’s a bright, colorful and fun design made with granny squares. A blanket full of stars, you will be able to explore, admire and snuggle in during those chilly nights.
Use dramatic bright shades and add a wonderful pop of color to your life. Or change the mood with whatever colors you desire.
Get the Pattern by Dublin Bay Crochet here
48. Granny Square Blanket Crochet Pattern by Kosa Store
A classic design boasts a modern outlook on this gorgeous crochet blanket that’s perfect for warmth when the temperature drops. Featuring the iconic granny square, pattern is worked in the round and flat using double crochet stitches and seaming techniques.
Constructed of individual motifs that are later sewn together, this is a great on-the-go project for keeping hands busy!
Get the Pattern by Kosa Store here
49. On The Spot Throw Crochet Pattern by Morine’s Shop
This On The Spot Throw features a bold, visually appealing crochet throw pattern with an enjoyable geometric flair that will surely hold a special place in your home for years to come.
There is much this throw pattern has to offer, including detailed instructions and process photographs to a chart to fill in for your own unique color scheme. It’s an engaging project suitable for crocheters of every level, including adventurous beginners!
Get the Pattern by Morine’s Shop here
SO, LET YOUR IMAGINATION RUN WILD, EXPERIMENT WITH DIFFERENT HUES, AND CREATE A UNIQUE GRANNY SQUARE BLANKET THAT SCREAMS YOU!
Do any of these unique granny square blanket patterns suit your taste, or do you prefer the classics? Here are more crochet blanket patterns to tickle your fancy:
- Crochet Bobble Blanket Patterns
- Chevron Crochet Blanket Patterns
- Crochet Pom Pom Blanket Patterns
- Crochet Patchwork Blanket Patterns
- Crochet White Blanket Patterns
- Crochet Striped Blanket Patterns
- Hexagon Crochet Blanket Patterns
- Gingham Crochet Blanket Patterns
What are you waiting for? Go wild, mix granny squares, and let your imagination run riot in your crochet corner! Remember, in the world of granny square blanket patterns, there are no rules, just endless possibilities! Happy crocheting, friends!
