Crochet Colour Wheel Granny Square

The Crochet Colour Wheel Granny Square is such a fun and vibrant pattern to work on! It combines the timeless charm of the granny square with a modern twist of using a color wheel to create a beautiful and eye-catching design. With its unique and playful color combinations, crocheting this square is a delightful way to explore new color palettes and unleash your creativity. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is sure to bring a smile to your face as you stitch away. Get ready to add a pop of color and happiness to your crochet projects with the Crochet Colour Wheel Granny Square!

You Will Need

Rico Ricorumi DK, (100% cotton, 25g/58m)
Yarn A 1 ball of Wine red (029)
Yarn B 1 ball of Orange (027)
Yarn C 1 ball of Yellow (006)
Yarn D 1 ball of Grass Green (044)
Yarn E 1 ball of Sky Blue (031)
Yarn F 1 ball of Purple (020)
Yarn G 1 ball of White (001)

A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) crochet hook
Polyester toy stuffing
Tapestry needle

Abbreviations (US Terms)

RRound
chChain
sc Single crochet (UK double crochet)
dc Double crochet (UK treble)
hdc Half double crochet (UK half treble crochet)
tr Treble (UK double treble)
sl st Slip stitch
st (sts)Stitch(es)
ch sp Chain space

Changing colour

When the pattern states a colour change, do it in the previous st. ie: Start the dc as normal but for the last part (yo and draw through 2 loops), yo with the new colour ready to start the next round.

Using Yarn A, make a magic loop.

Round 1 Ch3 (counts as dc throughout), 1dc into the loop (all sts in this round to be worked into the loop), change to yarn B, 2dc, change to yarn C, 2dc, change to yarn D, 2dc, change to yarn E, 2dc, change to yarn F, 2dc, Ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [12 sts]
Change to yarn A
Round 2 Ch3, 1dc in same st, 2dc in each st around changing colour every 4sts following the pattern. Ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [24 sts]
Round 3 Ch3, 2dc in next st, (1dc in next st, 2dc in next st) 11 times changing colour every 6sts following the pattern. Ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [36 sts]
Round 4 Ch3, 1dc in next st, 2dc in next st, (1dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in next st) 11 times changing colour every 8sts following the pattern. Ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [48 sts]
Fasten off
Join yarn G in any st.
Round 5 Ch3, 1dc in next st, *1hdc in next 2 sts, 1sc in next 3 sts, 1hdc in next 2 sts, 1dc in next 2 sts, (2tr, ch2, 2tr) in next st, 1dc in next 2 sts*, 2 times more, 1hdc in next 2 sts, 1sc in next 3 sts, 1hdc in next 2 sts, 1dc in next 2 sts (2tr, ch2, 2tr) in next st, Ss to top of beg ch-3 to join.
Round 6 Ch3, *1dc in each st till you reach corner ch sp, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch sp,* 3 time more, dc in each st to end, Ss to top of beg ch-3 to join.
Fasten off, weave in ends. Block.