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Granny Stitch Blankets is my sixteenth crochet book, and the patterns in this collection go way beyond the iconic granny square!
When I was five, the very first thing I learned to crochet was a granny square.
Our teacher taught us the motif in class, then stitched all our little squares together to make blankets for our community.
It’s no wonder the granny square is such an iconic crochet design—it’s simple enough to teach by sight, and can become something as small as a coaster or even a full-size blanket.
After decades of designing with granny squares for wearables, home décor, and accessories, I wanted to give blankets their own fresh, modern makeover.
And Granny Stitch Blankets is exactly that—a collection of 10 bold, beautiful designs that use everything we love about the classic motif, but take it way beyond the iconic square.
You’ll find granny squares, triangles, hexagons, chevrons, even diamonds worked corner-to-corner.
I’ve doubled up yarns for unique texture, used chunky yarn for quick-to-stitch throws, and even made the weighted blanket of my dreams with a thick and heavy yarn.
Most projects are worked in pieces, so they’re portable and perfect for stitching anywhere.
Every pattern is throw-sized—just right for a baby blanket, a cozy lap throw, or a statement piece to drape over your couch or bed.
If you’ve got a soft spot for granny squares like I do, I hope the granny stitch blankets in this collection add a whole new level of joy and creativity to your crochet life!
Estimated reading time: 9 minutes
Table of contents
- Why I Wrote Granny Stitch Blankets
- Best Yarn for Granny Stitch Blankets
- Granny Stitch Blankets for Real Life
- 10 Granny Stitch Blanket Patterns
- Who Granny Stitch Blankets Is For
- What Makes Granny Stitch Blankets Different
- Crochet Book Video Review
- Ready to Start Your Next Granny Stitch Blanket?
- Granny Stitch Blankets Book Giveaway – August 2025
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Why I Wrote Granny Stitch Blankets
The first project I learned to crochet was a granny square.
And when I learned a large granny square could be a blanket, that’s what I made for every baby shower!
Seriously, how many granny square blankets have we made in our collective lifetimes?
While some people get seriously tired of granny squares – thinking they are boring or dated – I really love and enjoy them.
Granny squares give me constant inspiration, and I’ve had a lot of fun coming up with entire collections that use the classic motif in unexpected ways:
- Granny Square Pillow Cover
- Granny Square Cardigan
- Granny Square Bag
- Crochet Granny Square Tops, Bags & More Collection
The more I make granny squares, the more inspired I am to bend their boundaries.
And when it comes to crocheting blankets, I don’t always want to just repeat a classic—I want to create a fun, new twist.
That’s exactly what this book is about: ten fresh designs inspired by all the things we love about granny squares.
Here’s what’s different:
- Granny squares, triangles, hexagons, chevrons, and diamonds worked in fresh ways
- Double-stranded yarn projects for texture and unique color blends
- Chunky and super bulky designs for extra-quick throws (and even the weighted blanket of your dreams)
- Portable, piecework projects you can take anywhere
- Throw-sized designs perfect for a baby blanket, cozy lap throw, or a stylish accent for your sofa or bed
Best Yarn for Granny Stitch Blankets
Crochet blankets can be huge projects that use a lot of yarn, which can be too much of a commitment for crocheters who:
- don’t want to spend a lot of money on a single project,
- don’t want to feel bored working on the same pattern and stitch repeat forever,
- don’t want to be stuck under the actual weight of a blanket for months.
That’s why each blanket in this collection was specifically designed to:
- Use Lion Brand Yarn that you can easily find online or locally, at affordable prices!
- Use all the elements we love about granny squares, but in completely new ways that are simple and easy to replicate!
- Use designs that are worked in sections and smaller pieces, so you’ll never be mentally (or physically) weighted down!
When you work through this collection, you can have confidence knowing that I’ve already chosen the best yarn for each of these granny stitch blankets.
That means you can follow each pattern exactly, using the same yarn and colors, and get fantastic results.
However, every granny stitch blanket in this collection is adaptable, so you can get really creative with the fiber, texture, weight, and overall size to make these fresh designs even more unique.
Granny Stitch Blankets for Real Life
One of my favorite things about these projects is how portable they are.
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Being under the weight of a crochet blanket when it is finished is divine!
But, feeling stuck under one as you’re working on it can be frustrating.
That’s why most of the granny stitch blankets in this collection are worked in pieces—meaning you can bring a WIP on the go and crochet anywhere: in a coffee shop, at the park, or while you’re watching your favorite show.
And because they are all throw-sized, these are just right for:
- Baby blankets
- Lap throws
- Decorative pieces to drape over a couch or bed
- Cherished gifts for loved ones
Crochet should be fun, inspiring, and fit into your real life – especially when you’re working on a blanket!
10 Granny Stitch Blanket Patterns
You can find all 10 granny stitch blanket patterns in this collection on Ravelry, complete with yarns used, finished dimensions, and tons of finished projects for inspiration!
Here’s an outline of all 10 patterns in this collection:
- Basic Stitch Granny Throw – A fresh mix of granny squares and triangles in a coordinated color scheme for depth and dimension.
- Corner-to-Corner Granny Throw – The granny stitch worked diagonally for a rich texture and modern look.
- Criss Cross Granny Throw – Alternating colors form a bold cross motif when seamed together.
Granny Hexagon Throw – Seam-as-you-go hexagons with bold borders—no sewing required! - Granny Rectangles Throw – Long rectangle motifs joined in a way that showcases the construction.
- Granny Scrap Throw – A stash-busting design that turns leftovers into a beautifully coordinated blanket.
- Granny Square Reflections Throw – Two rectangles joined for a mirrored effect in bold colors.
- Granny Triangles Throw – Six triangles joined into a circular throw with color-popped edges.
- Lazy Days Throw – Four triangles joined into a square for a subtle yet striking twist on the classic granny square.
- Mile-a-Minute Granny Throw – Chevron strips that work up quickly and join with a pop of contrast.
Who Granny Stitch Blankets Is For
If you want to learn how to crochet, you’ll need to have a few skills before picking up this book, and I recommend you start here: How to Crochet: A Step-By-Step Guide for Beginners
If you know how to crochet a little, but you’ve never made a classic granny square, you can learn how right here: Granny Square Pattern
Whether you’ve made just one granny square or a few hundred, this book is designed with you in mind, if you:
- Love a perfect blend of classic and modern crochet — You appreciate the charm of traditional granny squares but also crave fresh designs that push the boundaries and bring something new and exciting. This collection gives a nod the past while inviting you to experiment with shapes, textures, and colorwork in ways that feel current and inspiring.
- Want projects that are easy to start, quick to work, and beautiful to finish — Life’s busy, and your crochet time is precious. These patterns are thoughtfully sized as throws that won’t sit unfinished in a corner.
- Are looking for designs that make the most of your yarn stash — Whether you’ve got piles of scrap yarn or gorgeous skeins you’ve been saving for “the right project,” these patterns invite you to mix and match colors, weights, and fibers. It’s a great way to use up what you have and create something stunning without needing a shopping spree.
- Enjoy crocheting on the go with portable motifs — Most of the projects are worked in manageable pieces—squares, triangles, hexagons—that you can take anywhere. Waiting rooms, car rides, or while you watch your favorite show, these projects are easy to crochet wherever life takes you.
- Want to make blankets that become instant favorites — These throws are designed with colors and textures that people will love, want to keep, and actually display. Perfect for anything from baby snuggles to housewarming staples, these will be cherished in your home or thoughtful gifts for family and friends.
This book is straightforward, with plenty of creative inspiration to help you make the perfect granny stitch blanket!
What Makes Granny Stitch Blankets Different
If you love classic granny squares, you’ll find a few in this collection worked in really unexpected combinations!
But, this isn’t your grandmother’s granny square collection (though she’d probably love it too).
Every design in this book is meant to be fun to make, versatile in style, and endlessly customizable.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Boredom-proof patterns – engaging stitches and color changes keep you excited from start to finish
- Skill-building designs – learn joins, shaping, and colorwork tricks without overwhelm
- Creative yarn play – solids, gradients, variegated, tweeds, scraps—you can make it your own
- Custom sizing tips – throw-sized patterns that can be scaled up or down to fit your needs
And perhaps best of all—these are blankets you’ll actually finish. Because as beautiful as a king-size afghan is, there’s something so satisfying about completing a cozy, portable, just-right-sized throw you can enjoy right away.
Crochet Book Video Review
Ready to Start Your Next Granny Stitch Blanket?
Granny squares may be the most iconic motif in crochet, but there’s a whole world beyond that basic square that is just as fun.
With these granny stitch blanket patterns, you’ll have a whole collection of designs you can rely on when you want to make the perfect throw—and, you’ll have a ton of fun in the process.
Find this title anywhere books are sold, or grab a copy today on Amazon!
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Granny Stitch Blankets Book Giveaway – August 2025
Win a copy of Granny Stitch Blankets, signed by the Author (me, Salena Baca)! To enter for a chance to win this prize, just follow these two simple steps:
- Review all 10 of the patterns on Ravelry (or outlined above).
- Leave a comment on this post with the pattern you’re most interested in (you can leave up to 3 comments per day for a chance to win).
3 winners will be chosen from the comments after 1 September 2025.
I will reply to the winning comments, update this post with the names of the winner, and send an email with instructions to claim their prize.
Once contacted, winner will have 5 days to reply. Giveaway open to continental US residents only.
Winner #1: Becky Enyart
Winner #2: Deb Rowley
Winner #3: Sheri’L Richards
Granny rectangle throw……Oh, the possibilities 🙃
Granny rectangle throw…. My yarn is READY!!
Granny rectangle throw….well, I’m a granny 😂
Granny triangle throw could easily be worked up as a rug!! A nice accent to any room.
Granny triangle throw would look really good over the back of my couch.
My newest grandbaby needs that granny triangle throw in primary colors!
The granny rectangles throw with the small tassels would make a nice coverlet on any size bed.
I could use the mile a minute granny throw pattern to crochet a table runner.
I’m thinking the pattern from the Granny square hexagon throw would stitch up pretty quickly. Next! 😁
I can see myself stitching up the Granny hexagon throw. I am already picking out colors from my stash. Excited!!!!
Granny square hexagon throw
Is a modern look! Love it 🥰
Congratulations – you’re winner 1 of 3! I’ll email you today with instructions, and you’ll have 5 days to respond and claim your prize. Thank you for your interest and support!
Ooh, that Granny Hexagon Throw looks like fun!
I like the Basic Stitch Granny Throw. It may be basic stitches but it has a lot of fun and interest going on too.
I love how every throw pattern is customizable.
I need this granny stitch blankets book in my pattern library!
I’ve always liked granny squares and am so glad to see them back in style.
Who knew a basic granny stitch could make so many different throws? All the designs are beautiful!
I could use two of the criss cross granny throw motifs to make a matching pillow cover.
The corner to corner granny throw would make a great baby shower gift.
I really want to learn to make the Corner to Corner granny throw.
September can’t get here quick enough 😁 Win it or purchase it I need this book. I’m so in love with the Scrap Granny Throw, I’ve been putting those “special” bits and pieces in a project bag so they are ready to go. 🙂
I love all the ways you have used multiple colors to keep them interesting 😻
the mile a minute Granny is a really unique way of using the Granny stitch!! ❤️
I want to make the Granny Square Cardi. loving it!
All of the designs are great but my favorite is the Granny Triangles Throw. It’s so unique!
The Granny Scrap Throw looks like it would be fun to make, and use up my scraps too!
I want to learn the C2C, heard it was quick.
I love all these patterns and can’t decide which one to make first.
This would be a great book to add to my pattern collection!
I’d like to make a mile a minute granny throw using a different color for each strip.
I ❤️all of your patterns & have purchased many of your patterns & books I would ❤️to add thi book to my collection my fingers will be crossed the 29 Friday is my 🎂🎉 so here’s hoping for a win & thank you for the chance good luck to everyone ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
The corner corner grainy throw looks like a good practice project. Hopefully, I will be blessed to make every single one of these patterns!
Corner to corner granny throw would be my choice. Actually, it is really hard to choose because they all look so great!
Corner to corner, granny throw!
This would be my first granny Square project and my first corner to corner project. Great opportunity to put my skills to use on a specific pattern.
The granny triangle throw would make a nice lap blanket, no hanging corners to trip on or get caught on a chair.
The lazy days throw would be perfect for a cool Fall evening.
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There’s nothing basic looking about the basic stitch granny throw!
I really want to give the Scrap Granny throw a go. My scrap stash is almost as big as my skein stash. 😁 Thanks for such a great giveaway!! Salena thank you for sharing your love of crochet with us all!!
Basic stitch granny throw……
Oh the possibilities!!! So many color combinations
Basic granny throw is my favorite of the collection
Basic stitch granny throw is calling my name
I love how each of these throws can easily be customized by adding or subtracting rows or motifs.
The Granny Rectangles throw is beautiful! I would love to give this one a try and use my scrap yarn for the center of each rectangle.
I have a lot of scrap yarn to make a very colorful Granny Scrap throw!
I could crochet a honeybee or two and sew onto the granny hexagon throw.
The Hexagon Granny throw would be fun to make with each hexagon in monochrome colors and a black border.
I love how a granny square looks great with any size or colors of yarn.
The granny reflections throw is a beautiful, unique pattern!
I love the look of using a different color for each triangle for the granny triangle throw.
The Criss Cross granny throw would look beautiful on the back of a rocking chair.
The corner to corner Granny throw would be beautiful in a multi colored verigated yarn.
I would love to make the Basic Granny throw in shades of green for my next grandbaby.
I know my daughter in law would appreciate the Square reflection throw
as a gift! My first choice to stitch up. 😉
I love all these patterns. I feel so inspired to start making them. Square reflection throw would be my favorite one to begin with. Hopefully soon! 🤞🏻
Square reflection throw
Would be great pattern for so many decor options. Not too busy with a bunch of colors.
I’d like to try making these granny throws with super bulky yarn.
You could rearrange the motifs of the Hexagon throw to make circles, rectangles or a square throw.
The Corner to Corner granny throw would look awesome in self striping yarn.
the Granny Triangles throw we ups be fun to make in red and white, it would look like a peppermint disk.
The Mile A Minute throw would be awesome in chunkier yarn for that extra winter warmth.
The Granny Scrap throw is simple, yet beautiful!
The lazy days throw looks like it would be a beautiful addition the the back of any couch.
I love how you can change the whole look of a project just by the position of the squares.
I could use the mile-a-minute pattern to make a wrap by adding or subtracting as many strips as I want.
Granny scrap throw would be so fun! I would allow myself to chose various colors randomly with this pattern. Anything goes attitude and not hold back creatively!!
Granny scrap throw would be so great to stitch up. So satisfying to use up my partial skeins of yarn
Granny scrap throw would be so great to work up and utilize my yarn stash!
I think the Granny Triangle throw would be the perfect size for a lapghan.
I could make all of these patterns over and over and not get bored!
I think the Granny Hexagon throw would make nice bedspread for a child. Each hexagon could be a different color.
The Granny Square Reflections throw is beautifully modern. I would love to make one for my bedroom.
love the basic granny throw. wouldn’t it be fun to do each square in different colors.
Oh I forgot to pick one!!! As soon as I saw the Granny Scrap Throw, I knew I needed to make it!!! Love the colors and the dynamic of the different shapes!
Congratulations on your 16th book!!! I’m so excited for your latest release! Your patterns are always ones that I come back to. They are very user-friendly, regardless of experience level. Thank you so much for your diligence in your work. Come on Sept 2nd we have blankets to make, and this release is just in time for all of our Christmas gift projects.
My thought exactly…. Christmas is right around the corner 🎄
I now have granny stitch “fever”, I want to crochet them all!
Any of these throws would make a lovely gift. I already have someone in mind for each one.
I like the triangles of the lazy day throw. I’ve never used granny stitch that way.
The corner to corner granny throw would be nice to make also in a solid color with the unique border. This one is my favorite for today.
The corner the corner pattern would be my choice. Also, my first C2C project.!
I am so excited for this book! Today I am picking the corner to corner blanket. I want to use more of my acrylic yarn that is self stripping and see how the colors are represented. ✌️❤️🧶
The Mile A Minute throw would be my first choice with the Granny Rectangle a close second.
The Criss Cross Granny square blanket is a classic looking style.
There’s a lot of cool styles in this book, like the hexagon Granny !!
I have been wanting to try C2C. This one looks like it may just be a great one to do!
The Granny Hexagon would be fun to make in Christmas colors.
The corner to corner granny looked like it would be fun to make.
The scrap granny is beautiful and different. It would be my first choice.
The basic stitch granny throw!
Good luck everyone
The basic stitch granny throw has a masculine look to it. I’m full of ideas for color variations!
The basic stitch granny throw has a masculine look to it. I have three boys, perfect pattern to get started with Christmas gifts.
The Corner-to-Corner Granny Throw would be my first C2C project
The Criss Cross Granny throw looks fun!
I’d love to try the Hexagon Granny blanket first, it makes me think of honeycombs
The Granny Reflections throw is a unique pattern, very pretty!
I want to make every pattern in this book!
I’ve been wanting to make a mile a minute blanket. The mile a minute granny would be a great first one to crochet.
You could have a lot of fun with striping colors on the Criss Cross Granny throw.
The Corner to Corner Granny throw would look fabulous in stripes.
Granny squares are a fun project for any experience level!
The Basic Stitch Granny Throw would look great in bright colors on a child’s bed.
I love all the granny squares but…I think the Granny Scrap Throw would be the first one I would make.
All of the patterns in your new book are great, but I really like the Basic Stitch Granny Throw pattern! I already know who I’m going to make it for! Thanks!
Having all these patterns in one book will make a great addition to my pattern library.
The granny hexagon would make an interesting rug.
The granny rectangles is so versatile, you can add strips to make any size throw or even a wrap.
The Criss-Cross Granny Throw is another one of my favorites. 🙂
I picked up a crochet hook at the age of 7, under the guidance of my Grandmother, and haven’t put them down yet. Forty-five years of this craft and I still have a lot to learn. As a true crocheter I want to make them all. Best of luck to everyone and Happy Hooking!
I would love to learn mile a minute granny throw and use up my stash for c2c granny throw
Granny Scrap throw looks interesting to me.
I can see the granny triangle throw as a rug.
I really can’t narrow it down to 1, I have granny rectangle throw already in my library.
they all look very cozy! I’d like to try the granny scrap throw.
I’d love to make the granny hexagon throw.
I really like the gradiaent grey Basic Granny Afghan. I hAve made several granny stitch afghans and taught several griend the granny stitch, but had not seen a pattern like this one. It would make a Granny St Afghan a whole new experience. Would love to have a copy of your box with these beautiful patterns!
I’m kind of loving the Mile a Minute Granny!
I have always wanted to make a mile a minute blanket…so that one would be my favorite….they are all beautiful
The hexagon granny would make a lovely baby blanket.
I have a lot of stash yarn so the granny scrap throw would be a great first project from the book.
All the patterns are great. The one I would like to try first will be the Granny Square Reflections Throw. Love the look of that one the most. The hardest part will be to figure out what colors to use. Hmmmm…..
I have made many of your previous patterns, and love them all. Of these newer, Granny stitch blankets, I think my favorite one is the “Mile-a-Minute” throw. I can’t wait to make one of these.
As all of your patterns are formatted and written so well; I expect the new ones to be just as easy to follow.
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I really want to make the basic stitch and the mile a minute but all the designs are amazing!!
I do not understand how to leave a review on Ravelry? How have I missed this function!??? I know you can give a pattern stars after you make it, but how do I review one I haven’t crocheted?
I think my favorite is the granny scrap throw because of the potential… and I love anythign that uses up my scraps!
Love granny squares! My favorite design is the Granny Scrap Throw!
I think my favorite is the Granny Hexagon Throw. Beautiful book Salena!
Love to try the mile a minute throw, such an interesting pattern.
Would love to try the granny scrap throw. A very interesting take on the granny square. This book is intriguing for me because it makes the granny square so much more and shows very versatile designs. Hoping to win the giveaway. 🙂
Basic Stitch Granny Throw
(one of the blankets I pattern tested)
Hexagon Granny is my next fun blanket to make, so fun!
Wow, these are all great! I’m really interested in the Criss Criss pattern. I love the alternating colors and how the squares are joined.
I love the look of the Mile-a-Minute blanket!
I am Intrigued by the mile a minute blanket. The classic looks soooo different!! And that rectangle!!! Who new!! What great ideas….
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mile a minute
criss cross granny