FREE Waffle Stitch Granny Square Crochet Tutorial (2024)

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This is a free tutorial to learn how to crochet the Waffle Stitch Granny Square. The tutorial has both complete step-by-step instructions withphotos and a video tutorial.

The granny square is perhaps the most famous project to come from the crochet world. It works up quick, and can be made in different sizes. Smaller granny squares can be sewn together for a unique, colorful project. Larger squares can be continued outward until they are blanket-sized.

The waffle stitch adds depth and weight to a project. The wonderful texture looks great in a variety of colors. Try solid, striped or variegated yarn for different results. It’s a great choice for blankets and scarves or cowls.I even have a Waffle Stitch Cowl you may want to try.

I have created a free tutorial for a waffle granny square. This quick, easy project will teach you how to work the waffle stitch repeats in the form of a granny square. Use it to add a fun texture to your washcloth, cushion cover, or lapghans. Even though I have used worsted weight yarn , you may use any yarn you have on hand. This stunning classic stitch is a great stash buster for afghans and other square blankets.

The Waffle Stitch

The waffle stitch is done using alternating front post and back post double crochet stitches. Instead of working in the top loop of the next stitch, you will wrap your yarn around the post of the next stitch instead. This tutorial uses theATC (Alternative Turning Chain) stitch in place of a starting chain 3. Using a 2-round repeat, you can make your granny square as big or small as you like. Follow the free pattern below to learn how to make the waffle granny square. Keep in mind, this stitch can be a yarn eater, so make sure you have enough yarn to complete your project.

Waffle Stitch Patterns

Once you start crocheting the waffle stitch, you may get addicted and want more, so I have an entire ebook filled with many different waffle stitch tutorials and 12 patterns, all ad-free and printer-friendly, you may want to check out. It’s called “Waffle Stitch Made Easy“

Waffle Granny Square – Video Tutorial

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How to Granny Square Waffle Stitch – Photo Tutorial

This short tutorial will teach you how to set up and crochet a waffle stitch granny square. Be sure to watch the waffle stitch video tutorial which guides you through each round step by step.

Stitches used:

• ch = chain
• MR = magic ring
• dc = double crochet
• fp = front post
• bp = back post
• ATC = (Alternative Turning Chain)

Round 1 – Setup

R1: MR, 1 ATC, 2 dc, ch 1, *3 dc, ch 1, repeat from * 2 more times, sl st

Round 2 – Shaping the Granny Square

R2: 1 ATC, *1 dc in each st until you crochet the ch-1 space, into that space crochet [2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc], repeat from *, sl st

Row 3 – Starting the Waffle

R3: 1 ATC,** *1 fpdc, 1 dc in the next 2 sts, repeat from * until you reach the corner (last st before the corner is always a fpdc), into the corner (the ch-1 space) crochet the following [2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc], repeat from ** until the end, finishing with 1 dc in the last st, sl st

Round 4 – The Waffle Stitch

R4: ch 1, 1 bpdc,** *1 dc, 1 bpdc for the next 2 sts, repeat from * until the corner, into the corner place [1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc], repeat from ** all around, finish with 1 bpdc, sl st

Next Steps

Now repeat Rounds 3 and 4 for the pattern. I recommend finishing any project with round 3 for a cleaner look.

What Projects can I use the Waffle Stitch Granny Square?

Pretty much any square pattern that uses double crochet or treble crochet can be altered to the waffle stitch. Try a waffle stitch dishcloth, cowl or scarf. A crochet waffle stitch baby blanket makes a great gift! This stitch tends to use a lot of yarn, so make sure you have enough before you get started.

Need inspiration? Check out more tutorials and patterns with the waffle stitch or learn a standard granny square!

Find the free crochet patterns here:

1. Waffle Stitch Hook Holder
2. Waffle Stitch Tutorial
3. Waffle Cowl
4. Granny Square Tutorial

If you’ve become obsessed with the Waffle Stitch, you can learn everything there is to know about it! Waffle Stitch Made Easy is my e-book that includes this plus 2 additional tutorials and 12 patterns! Grab it at the link below!

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