Crochet Granny Triangle
If you’re new to the world of crochet and have just found out about the classic granny square, I’m here to tell you that you can make a very versatile and unique crochet granny triangle from the same cluster stitch. And if you’ve been crocheting for a while, this is a great pattern to add to your crochet toolbox if you haven’t already!
You can make up so many larger projects with this one motif. I used mine in a table runner and you can easily play around with the placement to crochet wall hangings, totes, afghans, and more. Or just keep them as is and use them as coasters.
You’ll find the free crochet granny triangle in the post below, or you can find an ad-free printable PDF (that includes all photo tutorials + a BONUS stitch chart) on Ravelry, or Etsy (aff).
I’ve made different versions of this crochet granny triangle, including a striped version and a solid one. They both look fabulous in their own way and depending on how you plan to use them, you can select a color scheme. Once you get a hang of the pattern, you’ll be working them up in no time because this is a beginner-friendly crochet tutorial that’s made from basic stitches.
Related: Want to try your hand at a square motif as well? Check out the Aisling Motif Square and find more project inspiration.
How to Crochet a Granny Triangle
Crochet granny triangles have a very easy construction. You work each round, join at the end, and then start the next just as you would with a normal granny square.
Once you understand the row repeat, you can make the triangle motif as big or as small as you want by making more or less rows. This allows you to adjust the size for your project and use up scrap yarn as well.
How To Get The
Crochet Granny Triangle
Option 1: Scroll down for the free crochet granny triangle pattern right here in this blog post.
Option 2: Purchase the ad-free printable PDF from one of my shops:
From classic squares to modern variations, granny stitch patterns are the perfect building blocks for blankets, bags, garments, and home décor.
String several crochet granny triangles together to make a colorful bunting and add small yarn tassels for an extra flare!
Yarn
Depending on what you’re making with this crochet granny triangle, you’ll choose your yarn accordingly. For the colorful variant in the pictures, I used Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton. This is a wonderfully soft 100% cotton yarn that’s perfect for projects that get a lot of use out of them.
It’s currently available in 24 colorways which includes beautiful solid colors as well as variegated ones so you can easily achieve the look you’re going for. Because it’s cotton, it’s easily washable and very durable, making it great for any project –garment, accessory or home decor.
Crochet Granny Triangle Pattern
The Crochet Granny Triangle is a free pattern below, but if you love to work offline, I’ve got a couple other great options for you.
Purchase the ad-free, printable PDF (that includes all photo tutorials + a BONUS stitch chart), on Ravelry, or on Etsy (aff).
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Materials
- Yarn: You can use any type/color/weight of yarn. For the sample shown in the photos, Worsted Weight / 4 / Yarn, Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (3.5oz / 100 g / 186 yards / 170
- meters / 100% mercerized cotton) was used.
- Yardage and Colors: Yardage varies based on the weight of yarn used and the size triangle made.
- Crochet Hooks: Whatever size you prefer for the yarn you’ll be using. For the yarn I made my samples with, I used G/6/4.00 mm. (My favorite crochet hooks are the Clover Amour Crochet Hooks, I’ve never had an ache in my hand since switching).
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle
- Measuring Tape
Abbreviations (U.S. Terms)
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- sp(s): space(s)
- dc: double crochet
- Join yarn with a standing dc
- CA: Café Au Lait
- CB: Ecru
- CC: Amber
- CD: Spruce
Gauge
- Varies depending on yarn weight and crochet hook size used.
Experience Level
- Beginner / Easy
Size
- Pattern makes ANY size granny triangle.
Special Stitches
- Join yarn with a standing double crochet: Begin with a slip knot on your hook, yo, insert your hook into the stitch or space indicated, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on your hook, yo, pull through remaining 2 loops on your hook.
Pattern Notes
- Yarn Notes: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton in Ecru, Spruce, Café Au Lait, and Amber (100 g / 3.5oz / 186 yards / 170 m / 100% cotton) was used for the sample shown in the photos.
- Any yarn and crochet hook size may be used. Choose a crochet hook that gives you the drape of the crochet fabric that you like.
- Construction Notes: These easy granny triangles are constructed in joined rounds.
- Yardage varies based on the weight of yarn used and the size triangle made.
Granny Stitch Triangle – Free Crochet Pattern
Multi-Color Granny Stitch Triangle
- Scroll down for instructions for a Solid Color Granny Stitch Triangle.
For my sample, I used 4 colors, but you can use as many colors as you’d like. Crochet granny triangles make great stash buster projects. Make several small granny triangles and add little yarn tassels to make a cute and festive bunting!
Colors Shown:
- CA: Café Au Lait
- CB: Ecru
- CC: Amber
- CD: Spruce
Rnd 1: With CA yarn & a crochet hook, ch 7 (counts as 1 dc + ch-3 corner sp), work all of the following into the 7th ch from your hook, (3 dc, ch 3) twice, 2 dc. Join with a sl st to the 4th ch. (9 dc + 3 ch-3’s) Fasten off CA yarn.
Rnd 2: With CB yarn & a crochet hook, join yarn with a standing dc in the first ch-3 corner sp from the previous rnd, ch 3, work 3 more dc in the same corner sp, ch 1, then work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 1) in each of the remaining two ch-3 corner sps, 2 dc in the first ch-3 sp. Join yarn with a sl st to the first st. (18 dc + 3 ch-3’s + 3 ch-1’s) Fasten off CB yarn.
Rnd 3: With CC yarn & a crochet hook, join yarn with a standing dc in the first ch-3 corner sp from the previous rnd, ch 3, work 3 more dc in the same corner sp, ch 1, * 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the next ch-3 corner sp, ch 1, work from* twice, then 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 1, 2 dc in the first ch-3 sp. Join yarn with a sl st to the first st. (27 dc + 3 ch-3’s + 6 ch-1’s) Fasten off CC yarn.
Rnd 4: With CD yarn & a crochet hook, join yarn with a standing dc in the first ch-3 corner sp from the previous rnd, ch 3, work 3 more dc in the same corner sp, ch 1, then * (3 dc, ch 1) in each ch-1 sp across to the next ch-3 corner sp, work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 1) in the next ch-3 corner sp, work from * twice, then work (3 dc, ch 1) in each ch-1 sp across to the first ch-3 corner sp, 2 dc in the first ch-3 sp. Join yarn with a sl st to the first st. (36 dc + 3 ch-3’s + 9 ch-1’s) Fasten off CD yarn.
Rnd 5: With CA yarn, Rep Rnd 4. (45 dc + 3 ch-3’s + 12 ch-1’s) Fasten off CA yarn.
Rnd 6: With CB yarn, Rep Rnd 4. (54 dc + 3 ch-3’s + 15 ch-1’s) Fasten off CB yarn.
Make ANY Size Granny Triangle
To make your granny triangle bigger, simply repeat round 4 as many times as you’d like. The stitch count for each round 4 repeat increases by 9 dc and 3 ch-1 spaces.
Blocking! Once your granny triangle is complete, if the edges are a little wonky or the center pulls and puckers, a little blocking can help that! Choose one of my 5 Ways to Block Crochet and your little triangles will be perfect!
Progression Photos – Multi-Color Granny Stitch Triangle
Related: Multi-color granny stitch triangles make the perfect accents on my Crochet Christmas Table Runner!
Solid Color Granny Stitch Triangle
Making a granny triangle in a solid color is similar to making a multi-color granny triangle. You’ll make just one simple tweak!
After joining a round with a sl st to the beginning chain, do NOT fasten off. Simply slip stitch over to the next ch-3 corner space and begin the next round.
Voila! It’s THAT easy!
Here are the written instructions for making a granny stitch triangle in only one color.
Rnd 1: With yarn & a crochet hook, ch 7 (counts as 1 dc + ch-3 corner sp), work all of the following into the 7th ch from your hook, (3 dc, ch 3) twice, 2 dc. Join with a sl st to the 4th ch. Sl st over to the next ch-3 corner space. (9 dc + 3 ch-3’s)
Rnd 2: Ch 6 (counts as 1 dc + ch-3 corner sp), work 3 more dc in the same corner sp, ch 1, then work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 1) in each of the remaining two ch-3 corner sps, 2 dc in the first ch-3 sp. Join yarn with a sl st to the 3rd ch. Sl st over to the next ch-3 corner space. (18 dc + 3 ch-3’s + 3 ch-1’s)
Rnd 3: Ch 6 (counts as 1 dc + ch-3 corner sp), work 3 more dc in the same corner sp, ch 1, * 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the next ch-3 corner sp, ch 1, work from* twice, then 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 1, 2 dc in the first ch-3 sp. Join yarn with a sl st to the 3rd ch. Sl st over to the next ch-3 corner space. (27 dc + 3 ch-3’s + 6 ch-1’s)
Rnd 4: Ch 6 (counts as 1 dc + ch-3 corner sp), work 3 more dc in the same corner sp, ch 1, then * (3 dc, ch 1) in each ch-1 sp across to the next ch-3 corner sp, work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 1) in the next ch-3 corner sp, work from * twice, then work (3 dc, ch 1) in each ch-1 sp across to the first ch-3 corner sp, 2 dc in the first ch-3 sp. Join yarn with a sl st to the 3rd ch. Sl st over to the next ch-3 corner space. (36 dc + 3 ch-3’s + 9 ch-1’s)
Make ANY Size Granny Triangle
To make your granny triangle bigger, simply repeat round 4 as many times as you’d like. The stitch count for each round 4 repeat increases by 9 dc and 3 ch-1 spaces.
Blocking! Once your granny triangle is complete, if the edges are a little wonky or the center pulls and puckers, a little blocking can help that! Choose one of my 5 Ways to Block Crochet and your little triangles will be perfect!
Progression Photos – Solid Color Granny Stitch Triangle
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