Dahlia Flower Granny Square Crochet Pattern
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Dahlia Flower Granny Square Crochet Pattern
Looking for a beautiful granny square pattern with a floral twist The Dahlia Flower Granny Square Crochet Pattern combines layered flower petals, textured stitches and a classic square construction to create a modern crochet flower square. This beginner-friendly pattern includes clear written instructions and a charted stitch diagram, making it easy to follow as you build the Dahlia flower from the centre outward.
HOOK
3mm Crochet Hooks
YARN
Double Crochet (DK) Cotton Yarn
Cotton–Acrylic Blends
SIZE
Approx. 20 × 20 cm (8 × 8 in) before blocking
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INTRODUCTION
About This Pattern
Looking for a granny square pattern with a beautiful floral design and plenty of texture? The Dahlia Flower Granny Square Crochet Pattern combines layered flower petals, gentle post-stitch texture and classic granny square construction to create a modern crochet square that is both decorative and versatile.
Designed for beginners to confident beginners, this flower granny square pattern includes clear written instructions, a stitch diagram and helpful stitch placement guidance. It is a great project for crocheters who want to move beyond a basic granny square and explore textured crochet while creating something useful.
A Modern Flower Granny Square Pattern
Granny squares are one of the most versatile crochet motifs. Individual squares can be made in different colours and joined together to create blankets, cushions, bags and many other projects.
The Dahlia Flower Granny Square adds a floral centre and dimensional texture to the traditional square format. The design begins with a circular flower and gradually develops into a structured square, creating a balanced motif that works beautifully on its own or as part of a larger crochet project.
The layered petals give the flower depth, while front post stitches add subtle raised texture. Colour changes can be used to emphasise the flower, background and border, allowing you to create anything from soft, understated designs to bright and colourful crochet projects.
What You Will Learn
This crochet granny square pattern introduces several useful techniques while keeping the project accessible to newer crocheters.
You will work with:
- Working in the round
- Cluster stitches
- Chain-space construction
- Front post stitches for texture
- Colour joining
- Finishing techniques
- Clear stitch placement
The pattern is written to help you understand where stitches are worked, particularly around the textured flower sections and the transition from the circular centre to the square shape.
Pattern Details
Skill Level: Beginner → Confident Beginner
Terminology: US crochet terms
Finished Size: Approximately 20 × 20 cm (8 × 8 in) before blocking
Finished dimensions may vary depending on your yarn, hook size and individual crochet tension.
Download the Dahlia Flower Granny Square Pattern
Create your own collection of textured floral squares with the Dahlia Flower Granny Square Crochet Pattern.
With written instructions, a crochet chart and clear stitch placement guidance, this pattern gives you everything you need to create a beautiful flower granny square and turn individual motifs into larger crochet projects.
Download the Dahlia Flower Granny Square PDF Pattern and start crocheting your own floral squares today.
Pattern Includes
The downloadable PDF contains:
- Written crochet instructions
- Charted stitch diagram
- Beginner-friendly explanations
- Clear stitch placement guidance
- Round-by-round instructions
- Print-friendly layout
The combination of written instructions and a visual crochet chart makes the pattern useful whether you prefer reading each round or following a stitch diagram.
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Materials, Yardage Breakdown & Fiber Selection
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Notes
Material Notes
All you need to know about materials required for this project.
Yarn and Hook Requirements
The pattern example uses Light or Medium weight yarn with a 3 mm crochet hook.
The sample was made with:
Soft Cotton Yarn — 50 g = 119 m / 130 yds
A smooth, plied yarn is recommended because it provides good stitch definition and allows the layered petals and raised stitches to remain clearly visible.
Yarn Usage
Allow approximately 150–160 m (165–175 yds) of yarn for one completed square.
For larger projects, this works out to approximately:
- 3 squares: 450–480 m
- 24 squares: approximately 3,720 m
These quantities are estimates. Actual yarn consumption will vary according to tension, yarn choice, colour changes and finishing.
Colour Ideas for Your Dahlia Granny Squares
One of the most enjoyable parts of making a flower granny square is experimenting with colour.
Try a soft neutral background with a contrasting flower for a modern look, or combine several bright colours to create a colourful floral blanket. You can also make every flower a different colour while keeping the outer rounds consistent.
For a coordinated project, choose a small colour palette and repeat the same combinations throughout your squares.
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NOTES
Pattern Notes
What Can You Make With This Granny Square Pattern?
The Dahlia Flower Granny Square is designed to be versatile enough for a wide range of crochet projects.
Use individual squares or join multiple motifs to create:
- Granny square blankets
- Baby blankets
- Cushion covers
- Crochet tote bags
- Throws
- Table runners
- Floral wall hangings
- Patchwork crochet projects
A collection of 24 squares can be used as the basis for a beautiful floral crochet blanket, while fewer squares can be used for smaller accessories and home décor.
Why Make a Flower Granny Square?
A traditional granny square is a great starting point for crochet, but floral granny squares allow you to add more colour, texture and personality to your projects.
The Dahlia design is particularly useful if you want to practise textured stitches without committing to a large project. Each square can be completed individually, making it easy to work on one motif at a time.
Once you have made several squares, they can be joined together to create a larger design.
This makes the pattern suitable for both individual crochet motifs and larger granny square blanket patterns
STITCHES
Quick Stitch Guide
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US Stitch Terminology : Abbreviations
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Back Post Double Crochet - bpdc
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Chain Space - ch-sp
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Double Crochet - dc
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Front Post Double Crochet - fpdc
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Front Post Half Double Crochet - fphdc
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Half Double Crochet - hdc
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Shell Stitch - sh
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Slip Stitch - sl st
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Stitches - sts
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V Stitch - v st
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.
Back Post Double Crochet - bpdc
UK : bptr - back post treble crochet
AFR : ablb / aslb - Agterste been Langbeentjie / Agter stam Langbeentjie / afterpaal-dubblehekel
UK : bptr - back post treble crochet
AFR : ablb / aslb - Agterste been Langbeentjie / Agter stam Langbeentjie / afterpaal-dubblehekel
1. Yarn over, insert hook back→front→back around post.
2. Yarn over, pull up loop (3 loops).
3. Yarn over, pull through first 2, yarn over, pull through last 2.
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Dahlia Flower Granny Square Crochet Free Pattern
Abbreviation
Standard Crochet Abbreviations (US Terms)
Abbreviation
- ch : chain
- st : stitch
- sp : space
- ch-sp : chain space
- sk : skip
- sc : single crochet
- hdc : half double crochet
- dc : double crochet
- dc-cl : double crochet cluster
- shell : multiple dc worked into the same space
- BLO : back loop only
- FP : front post
- FPdc : front post double crochet
- FPhdc : front post half double crochet
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this granny square pattern suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Dahlia Flower Granny Square is designed for beginners to confident beginners who understand basic crochet stitches and are comfortable working in the round. The pattern includes additional guidance for the textured sections and stitch placement.
What is included in the PDF pattern?
You receive written instructions using US crochet terminology, a charted stitch diagram, beginner-friendly explanations and clear stitch placement guidance.
What size is the finished square?
The finished square is approximately 20 × 20 cm (8 × 8 in) before blocking. Your final size may vary according to yarn, hook size and tension.
Can I use different yarn?
Yes. You can use another yarn, but changing the yarn weight or hook size will affect the finished dimensions. If you are making several squares for one project, use the same yarn and hook combination to help keep the squares consistent.
How much yarn do I need?
Approximately 150–160 m (165–175 yds) is required for one square using the pattern example. Larger projects will require proportionally more yarn.
What crochet techniques are used?
The pattern uses working in the round, cluster stitches, chain spaces, front post stitches, colour joining and finishing techniques.
What can I make with these crochet squares?
The squares can be used for blankets, baby blankets, cushions, bags, throws, wall hangings and other patchwork crochet projects.
Is this a physical product?
No. This is a digital PDF crochet pattern. No finished item or physical product will be shipped.
About the Designer
Hi, I'm Linda, the designer behind Stouto Creative Crochet. I create original crochet patterns inspired by colour, texture, and the joy of handmade crafts.
Each pattern is personally designed, written, tested, and photographed to provide clear instructions and an enjoyable crochet experience. My goal is to help crocheters of all skill levels create beautiful projects they can be proud of.
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