12 Granny Square Christmas Projects (Free Patterns)
Granny squares and Christmas are a perfect match. The squares are small, quick and easy to make in red, green and white, and you can turn them into stockings, ornaments, garlands and cozy holiday blankets.
This list is for crocheters who want to make their own decorations or handmade gifts this year. Some projects take one evening, like the ornaments and the gnome square. Others, like the blankets, are fun to start in the fall and finish by December. All of them are free to read online.
Granny Square Christmas Projects
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What You’ll Need
- Red, green and white yarn in DK or worsted weight
- Crochet hook set (3.5 mm to 5 mm)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Small wooden beads and buttons for decorating
- Pillow insert (for the pillow project)
1. Classic Granny Square Stocking
Three-color granny squares are joined into a stocking with a ribbed cuff. Marly adds an optional tassel and a leather tag for a modern touch. It is about 13.5 inches from cuff to heel, and you can make it bigger by adding rounds to the squares.
- Designer: Marly Bird
- Skill level: Adventurous beginner
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Merry Star Christmas Stocking
Photo: Carmen / Annie Design Crochet
A bright, colorful stocking made from 18 granny squares, finished with single crochet edging and a hanging loop. It is about 17 inches long, so there is plenty of room for treats.
- Designer: Carmen / Annie Design Crochet
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: 4 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Granny Square Christmas Stocking
Photo: Amanda / Easy on the Tongue
Eighteen small three-round squares in three colors become a cute stocking about 11 by 8 inches. It uses only basic stitches and around 60 grams of yarn, so it is ideal for beginners.
- Designer: Amanda / Easy on the Tongue
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4) or DK (#3)
- Hook: 4 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Granny Tree Ornaments
Photo: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
Little tree ornaments about 6 inches tall, with two motif options. Red Heart says one ball of their All in One Granny Square yarn makes 14 of them. String them into a garland or tie them on gifts.
- Designer: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: see pattern
- Hook: see pattern
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Jolly Bauble Christmas Tree Ornament
Photo: Carmen Heffernan / Annie Design Crochet
A granny-style square is folded into a triangle and sewn into a tree, and the round center looks like a bauble. It is 8 inches tall and a great way to use up scraps.
- Designer: Carmen Heffernan / Annie Design Crochet
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Sport, DK or light worsted
- Hook: 4 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Granny Joy Christmas Bunting
Photo: Carmen / Annie Design Crochet
Granny triangles with tassels hang on a garland about 60 inches long. It is easy and beginner friendly, and you can change the colors for any holiday.
- Designer: Carmen / Annie Design Crochet
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: 3.5 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Boxed Block Granny Square Pillow
Photo: Nicole Riley / Nicki’s Homemade Crafts
One big red and white granny square, worked center out in the boxed block stitch, is folded around an 18-inch insert. Simple, bold and very festive on a couch.
- Designer: Nicole Riley / Nicki’s Homemade Crafts
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.75 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. Granny Square Christmas Blanket
Photo: Sarah / Repeat Crafter Me
Red, green and black granny squares are joined with a granny stitch join and finished with a multi-round border. It measures 38 by 45 inches, a nice size for movie nights in December.
- Designer: Sarah / Repeat Crafter Me
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern
- Hook: H
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Christmas Granny Square Blanket (CAL)
Photo: Maria Weaber / Maria’s Blue Crayon
A Christmas blanket built from granny squares and holiday appliques, released in weekly free parts. Each part has a written pattern and video. Maria says a determined beginner can do it with the videos.
- Designer: Maria Weaber / Maria’s Blue Crayon
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern
- Hook: see pattern
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Granny Square Angel Ornament
Photo: Ashleigh / Sewrella
Two small granny squares form the dress and wings, with a little head on top. You can choose gappy or solid squares. A sweet ornament to make for family.
- Designer: Ashleigh / Sewrella
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. Poinsettia Granny Square
Photo: Janne Kleivset / Joy of Motion Crochet
A yellow center, red petals, green leaves and a white border make a classic poinsettia square. Use it for a pillow, a table runner or a holiday blanket. It may be a little tricky for a total beginner.
- Designer: Janne Kleivset / Joy of Motion Crochet
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: see pattern
- Hook: see pattern
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
12. Christmas Gnome Granny Square
A little Christmas gnome sits in the middle of a green granny square. There is a video tutorial to follow along with. Make one as a coaster, or a few for a gnome-themed holiday blanket.
- Designer: Raffaella Tassoni / Raffamusa Designs
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: 4 mm (G) and 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- Short on time? Make #4, #5 or #10. Each ornament takes very little yarn.
- Decorating the mantel? Pick a stocking (#1, #2 or #3) and hang #6 above it.
- Want a cozy couch upgrade? Try the pillow, #7.
- Planning a big holiday project? Start #8 or #9 now.
- Love fun motifs? Go for #11 or #12.
FAQ
What colors are best for Christmas granny squares?
Classic red, green and white always work. For a modern look, try cream with sage green and soft red, or navy with white and silver. Using one background color for every square helps a mix of colors look planned.
What can you make with Christmas granny squares?
Lots of things: stockings, ornaments, garlands, pillows, potholders, table runners and blankets. A single square can be a coaster or gift tag, and a few squares can make a tree or angel ornament.
When should I start crocheting Christmas gifts?
Small items like ornaments can be made in December. Stockings take a few evenings each, so start in November. For a blanket, start in September or October so you are not rushing in the last week.
Turn on some holiday music, grab your red and green yarn, and start stitching.