Crochet Simple Post Stitch Granny Square

Create a beautiful granny square using the simple post stitch crochet technique. This method involves working around the post of the stitch rather than into the top loops, giving your project a unique texture and look. To start, make a traditional granny square with chain loops and clusters of double crochet stitches in the corners. Then, instead of working regular double crochet stitches into the spaces between clusters, work post stitches around the posts of the stitches from the previous row. This will create a raised ridge effect that adds dimension to your square. Once you have mastered the simple post stitch granny square, you can use this technique to create blankets, scarves, or even garments with a unique and eye-catching texture. Have fun exploring the possibilities of this versatile crochet stitch!

Finished size– 5”

You’ll need:

• 2-3 colours, DK weight yarn (blend of cotton/acrylic or just cotton yarn), less than 25 grams each in colours of choice
• 4mm hook
• Tapestry needle

Stitches/Abbreviation

• DC- double crochet
• SC- single crochet
• HDC- half double crochet
• CH- chain
• ST- stitch
• BPDC- back post double crochet
• MC- main colour
• CC- contrast colour

PATTERN

With MC form Magic Ring or Chain 4, slip st in 1st Ch

Round 1: Ch 2 (counts as a st), DC 11 in ring. Join to top of Ch 2- 12

Round 2: Ch 2 (does not count as a st. here and throughout) 2DC in each st around. Join to 1st DC with CC- 24

Round 3: Ch 2, 2DC in 1st st, BPDC around next, *2DC in next, BPDC around next. Repeat from * around. Join to 1st DC with MC- 36

Round 4: Ch 2, 2DC in 1st st, BPDC around next 2 sts, *2DC in next st, BPDC around next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. Join to 1st DC- 48

Round 5: Ch 2, 2SC in 1st st, DC in next 3 sts, *2DC in next st, DC in 3 sts. Repeat from * around. Join to 1st DC with CC- 60