Bring the romance of a blooming garden to your crochet projects with this delicate Rose Flower Granny Square!
Perfect for intermediate crocheters, this 3.7-inch square combines classic granny square techniques with a dimensional rose centerpiece in soft pink against a mint backdrop. Whether you're creating a vintage-inspired blanket, decorative cushions, or sweet springtime table runners, these floral squares add that perfect touch of shabby chic charm.
Ready to start crafting? I'll guide you through each round with detailed instructions and helpful photos, so you can watch this lovely rose blossom under your hook. Let's create something beautiful together!
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Recommended Yarn and Crochet Hooks
Let me share what you'll need to create your own enchanting rose granny square!
For the perfect delicate finish, I absolutely love using Loopara Milk Cotton yarn for this pattern - it's my go-to choice! This yarn has just the right balance of softness and stitch definition that makes every petal of our rose stand out beautifully. Plus, the gentle sheen gives your work that lovely vintage charm.
For your yarn selection, you'll need three colors of Loopara Milk Cotton: one for the main square background, one for the rose center, and another for the leaves. While I'm using mint, soft pink, and fresh green in this tutorial, feel free to play with your own color combinations!
For hook size, I use a 2.5mm hook which creates neat, tight stitches that help your rose maintain its shape. If you tend to crochet tightly, feel free to size up to 3.0mm - the most important thing is that your stitches feel comfortable and look consistent.
The best part about these granny squares? They're perfect for using up yarn leftovers, incredibly portable for on-the-go crafting, and you can make them one at a time without committing to a huge project. Plus, they're so versatile - you can join them later for blankets, cushions, or even frame a single square as wall art!
Materials needed for Rose Flower Granny Square
- Yarn – Loopara 4ply combed cotton (Green 15, Green 20, and Pink 52)
- Hook – 2.5mm
- Scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch - chain
- sc - single crochet
- dc - double crochet
- hdc - half double crochet
- sl - slip stitch
- sk - skip
- sp - space
- tr bo - triple crochet bobble
- Magic ring - adjustable ring to start your work
How to Crochet a Rose Flower Granny Square – Step by Step
Round 1: With #52 yarn, create a magic ring, chain 1, work 6 single crochet into the ring, tighten the ring, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: Chain 1, single crochet, (chain 3, skip 1, single crochet) repeat 2 times, chain 3, slip stitch to join.
Round 3: Slip stitch to chain-3 space, chain 1, (single crochet, half double crochet, 3 double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet) repeat 3 times.
Round 4: Chain 2, slip stitch, (chain 3, single crochet) repeat 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 5: Slip stitch, chain 1, (single crochet, half double crochet, 3 double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet) repeat 6 times.
Round 6: Chain 2, slip stitch, chain 3, (chain 5, double crochet) repeat 5 times, chain 5, slip stitch to join.
Round 7: Slip stitch, chain 1, (single crochet, half double crochet, 5 double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet) repeat 6 times.
Round 8: Switch to #15 yarn, join in 5th stitch of petal, chain 1, single crochet, chain 4, (2 triple crochet bobble, chain 5, 2 triple crochet bobble), chain 2, single crochet, chain 4, single crochet, chain 2, (2 triple crochet bobble, chain 5, 2 triple crochet bobble), chain 4, single crochet, chain 4, (2 triple crochet bobble, chain 5, 2 triple crochet bobble), chain 2, single crochet, chain 4, single crochet, chain 2, (2 triple crochet bobble, chain 5, 2 triple crochet bobble), chain 4, slip stitch to join.
Round 9: Switch to #20 yarn, (chain 3, 2 double crochet, chain 3, 3 double crochet), 4 double crochet, double crochet, 4 double crochet, (3 double crochet, chain 3, 3 double crochet), (2 double crochet), double crochet, 4 double crochet, double crochet, (2 double crochet), (3 double crochet, chain 3, 3 double crochet), 4 double crochet, double crochet, 4 double crochet, (3 double crochet, chain 3, 3 double crochet), (2 double crochet), double crochet, 4 double crochet, double crochet, (2 double crochet), slip stitch to join.
Round 10: Chain 3, 2 double crochet, (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet), 15 double crochet, (2 double crochet, chain 2, double crochet), 16 double crochet, (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet), 15 double crochet, (2 double crochet, chain 2, double crochet), 13 double crochet, slip stitch to join. Weave in ends.
Tips: Pay special attention to your tension during rounds 1-7 while creating the rose - keeping consistent tension helps your flower maintain its beautiful shape. For the triple crochet bobbles in round 8, make them slightly tight to create more definition in your leaves.
How to Join Granny Squares
Granny squares are perfect for bags, clothing, and blankets. If you're thinking of making one with those squares, I'm excited to share my comprehensive guide on 11 Ways to Join Granny Squares with you! I've detailed every method I know and love - each brings its own special touch to your finished piece. Let me help you discover which one works best for you!
How to Change Colors in a Granny Square
Are you looking for a different color palette? I totally get it—it’s why I love crochet! If you’re not crazy about our color palette, I put together two color-changing techniques that I use for all of my projects. Let me show you how to make these color transitions smooth and professional so you can bring your unique, creative vision to life.
How to Weave in Ends Crochet Granny Square
The secret for professional-looking granny squares is all about how you weave in those ends. I'm sharing 3 ways to weave in ends with you! These are techniques I've perfected over years of crocheting and use in all my projects. I'll show you exactly how I secure my ends to make sturdy, polished pieces that last. Trust me, once you master these finishing methods, your granny squares will look absolutely stunning!
Care instructions
Your beautiful rose squares deserve the same tender care as a real garden! Since we're using milk cotton yarn, these squares are wonderfully easy to maintain - it's one of the many reasons I absolutely love this yarn choice for delicate floral designs.
For washing, I always recommend gentle hand washing in lukewarm water with a mild detergent. While milk cotton is machine washable, hand washing helps preserve those delicate rose petals and keeps your stitches looking crisp. Gently squeeze out excess water - never wring or twist! Then lay your squares flat to dry away from direct sunlight to prevent any color fading.
Here's my favorite blocking trick: while the squares are still slightly damp, pin them to size on a blocking mat. This helps maintain those perfect 90-degree corners and keeps your rose centerpiece beautifully dimensional. I do this every few washes to keep everything looking sharp.
For storage, I recommend keeping your squares (or finished project) in a breathable cotton bag rather than plastic. This prevents any moisture buildup that could affect the yarn. If you're storing multiple squares before joining, stack them with tissue paper between layers to protect those gorgeous dimensional roses.
Over time, you might notice your squares need a bit of refreshing - don't worry! A quick steam block works wonders to perk up the stitches and restore the rose's shape. Just hold your steam iron slightly above the work (don't press directly!) and let the steam do its magic.
With these simple care steps, your rose squares will continue bringing that vintage garden charm to your home for years to come!
What’s Next?
Did your rose square turn out beautifully? I'd love to see your creation! Share your gorgeous work on Instagram with #RoseGrannySquare, pin it to your crochet inspiration board on Pinterest, tweet your progress on Twitter, or show it off in your favorite crochet Facebook groups. Your unique color combinations might be just the inspiration another crocheter needs!
