Flower Granny Square Bedspread Crochet Pattern

Why you'll love it

Single-color design means far fewer ends to weave in than a multicolor bedspread.
Raised puff-stitch petals give a sculpted, luxurious texture.
Bulky yarn makes each 12 in square quick to finish and easy to carry.
Every round has a clear per-side stitch count, so errors are easy to catch.
One motif makes a throw, any bed size, or matching pillow covers.

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Last updated October 31, 2026

Materials needed

Tools

6.0 mm (US J-10) crochet hook
Large-eye tapestry needle
Scissors
Locking stitch markers
Measuring tape
Blocking mats and rust-proof pins
Spray bottle or garment steamer for blocking

Gauge & finished measurements

Gauge: 11 dc and 6 rows = 4 in (10 cm) in bulky yarn with a 6.0 mm hook. Motif gauge: Rounds 1-4 measure about 5.5 in (14 cm) from side to side, and a finished square (Rounds 1-10) measures about 12 in (30.5 cm) square.

The pattern

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Puff Flower Center (make 72)

Round 1: Make a MR. Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 15 dc into the ring. Pull the ring closed, leaving a small center opening. Join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (16 dc)
Round 2 (petals): Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch), puff stitch in the same stitch as the join, ch 2, skip next stitch. *Puff stitch in next stitch, ch 2, skip next stitch; repeat from * 6 more times. Join with sl st to the top of the first puff stitch. (8 puff stitches + 8 ch-2 spaces)
Round 3 (cluster ring): Sl st into the first ch-2 space. Ch 2, dc in the same space (counts as first 2-dc cluster), ch 1, 2-dc cluster in the same space, ch 1. *(2-dc cluster, ch 1, 2-dc cluster, ch 1) in the next ch-2 space; repeat from * 6 more times. Join with sl st to the top of the first cluster. (16 clusters + 16 ch-1 spaces)

Squaring the Motif

Round 4: Sl st into the next ch-1 space (this is the first corner). Ch 3 (counts as dc), (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the same space. *3 dc in each of the next 3 ch-1 spaces, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the next ch-1 space; repeat from * 2 more times. Work 3 dc in each of the last 3 ch-1 spaces. Join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (60 dc + 4 corner ch-2 spaces; 15 per side)
Round 5: Sl st in the next 2 dc and into the corner ch-2 space. Ch 3 (counts as dc), (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the same space. *Dc in each stitch across to the next corner space, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the corner space; repeat from * 2 more times. Dc in each stitch across the last side. Join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (76 dc + 4 corner ch-2 spaces; 19 per side)
Round 6 (mesh): Sl st in the next dc and into the corner ch-2 space. Ch 3 (counts as dc), (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the same space. *Dc in the next stitch, (ch 1, skip next stitch, dc in next stitch) 9 times, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the next corner space; repeat from * 2 more times. Dc in the next stitch, (ch 1, skip next stitch, dc in next stitch) 9 times. Join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (56 dc + 36 ch-1 spaces; 23 per side)
Round 7: Sl st in the next dc and into the corner ch-2 space. Ch 3 (counts as dc), (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the same space. *Dc in each dc and in each ch-1 space across to the next corner space, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the corner space; repeat from * 2 more times. Dc in each dc and in each ch-1 space across the last side. Join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (108 dc + 4 corner ch-2 spaces; 27 per side)

Solid Frame Rounds

Round 8: Sl st in the next dc and into the corner ch-2 space. Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), (sc, ch 2, sc) in the same space. *Sc in each stitch across to the next corner space, (sc, ch 2, sc) in the corner space; repeat from * 2 more times. Sc in each stitch across the last side. Join with sl st to the first sc. (116 sc + 4 corner ch-2 spaces; 29 per side)
Round 9: Sl st into the corner ch-2 space. Ch 3 (counts as dc), (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the same space. *Dc in each stitch across to the next corner space, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in the corner space; repeat from * 2 more times. Dc in each stitch across the last side. Join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch-3. (132 dc + 4 corner ch-2 spaces; 33 per side)
Round 10: Sl st in the next dc and into the corner ch-2 space. Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), (sc, ch 2, sc) in the same space. *Sc in each stitch across to the next corner space, (sc, ch 2, sc) in the corner space; repeat from * 2 more times. Sc in each stitch across the last side. Join with sl st to the first sc. Fasten off and weave in the ends. (140 sc + 4 corner ch-2 spaces; 35 per side)

Joining the Squares

Layout: Block all squares to 12 x 12 in. Lay them out right side up in 9 horizontal rows of 8 squares each. (72 squares)
Horizontal seams (make 8): Place Row 1 on top of Row 2 with wrong sides together and right sides facing out, so the bottom edges of Row 1 meet the top edges of Row 2. Join navy with sl st through both corner ch-2 spaces of the first pair of squares. Ch 1, sc in the same corner spaces. Working through both loops of both squares, sc in each of the next 35 stitches, then sc in the next pair of corner spaces. *Ch 1, sc in the corner spaces of the next pair of squares, sc in each of the next 35 stitches, sc in the next pair of corner spaces; repeat from * across all 8 pairs. Fasten off. Repeat to join Row 2 to Row 3, and so on, until all 9 rows are seamed. (296 sc + 7 ch-1 per seam (37 sc per square))
Vertical seams (make 7): The horizontal seams create 8 columns of 9 squares. Place two neighboring columns wrong sides together. Join and seam exactly as above, working 37 sc per pair of squares (corner space, 35 stitches, corner space). Ch 1 over each horizontal seam ridge where four squares meet. Repeat until all 8 columns are joined. (333 sc + 8 ch-1 per seam (37 sc per square))

Border

Border Round 1: With the right side facing, join navy with sl st in an outer corner ch-2 space of the bedspread. Ch 1, (sc, ch 2, sc) in the same space. Work along the edge: sc in each of the 35 stitches of each square. At each seam, sc in the corner space of the square just finished and sc in the corner space of the next square, skipping the seam ridge itself. At each outer corner of the bedspread, work (sc, ch 2, sc) in the corner space. After the last 35 stitches of the final edge, join with sl st to the first sc. (1,258 sc; 296 per short edge, 333 per long edge)
Border Round 2: Sl st into the corner ch-2 space. Ch 1, (sc, ch 2, sc) in the same space. *Sc in each stitch across to the next corner space, (sc, ch 2, sc) in the corner space; repeat from * 2 more times. Sc in each stitch across the last edge. Join with sl st to the first sc. (1,266 sc; 298 per short edge, 335 per long edge)
Border Round 3: Ch 1. Working from left to right (reverse single crochet), work 1 reverse single crochet in each sc around and 3 reverse single crochet in each corner ch-2 space. Join with sl st to the first stitch. Fasten off and weave in all ends. (1,278 reverse single crochet)

Abbreviations

This pattern is written in US terms. Your current view: US.

US	UK	Meaning
MR	MR	magic ring (adjustable ring) · how to
ch	ch	chain · how to
sl st	ss	slip stitch · how to
sc	dc	single crochet (UK double crochet) · how to
dc	tr	double crochet (UK treble) · how to
puff	puff	puff stitch · how to
st(s)	st(s)	stitch(es)

Assembly

1
Make 72 squares (Rounds 1-10), checking that every side has 35 sc.
2
Weave in the ends of each square on the wrong side.
3
Wet or steam block each square to 12 x 12 in, pinning the corners square. Lightly fluff the puff petals and let them dry completely.
4
Lay the squares out in 9 rows of 8, right side up.
5
Work the 8 horizontal seams, then the 7 vertical seams, as described in Joining the Squares.
6
Work Border Rounds 1-3 around the entire bedspread.
7
Give the border a light final steam so it lies flat. Do not press the puff petals.

Important notes

Tip: This is an original pattern inspired by the photo. Hidden construction details, yarn weight, and dimensions are interpreted from the image, and the pattern has not been physically test-crocheted.
Tip: Abbreviations (US terms): ch = chain, sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, sl st = slip stitch, MR = magic ring.
Tip: Special stitches: puff stitch, 2-dc cluster, and reverse single crochet are written out in full in the section notes where they are used.
Tip: The ch-3 at the beginning of dc rounds counts as a dc. The ch-1 at the beginning of sc rounds and the ch-2 at the start of Round 2 do not count as stitches.
Tip: Work every round with the right side facing; do not turn.
Tip: Stitch counts do not include the corner ch-2 spaces, except in Round 6, where the ch-1 mesh spaces are listed separately.
Tip: Yarn amounts are estimates based on the stated gauge. Tension differences can change yardage noticeably on a project this size.
Tip: Choose a soft, machine-washable acrylic or acrylic blend for a bedspread that will be laundered often.

Pattern FAQ

How many squares do I need for other bed sizes?

With 12 in squares: a throw uses 20 squares (4 x 5), a twin bedspread 63 squares (7 x 9), a full or queen bedspread 72 squares (8 x 9), and a king bedspread 90 squares (10 x 9). Measure your bed and the drop you want before choosing a size.

Can I use worsted weight yarn instead of bulky?

Yes. With worsted (#4) yarn and a 5 mm hook, the square will measure about 8.5 in. You will need roughly twice as many squares for the same size bedspread. The stitch counts and instructions stay the same.

My petals look small and flat. What went wrong?

Pull each loop of the puff stitch up to about 3/4 in and keep the loops the same length before closing the stitch. A slightly looser tension in Round 2 also helps the petals look full.

Why is my square cupping or ruffling?

Cupping usually means a corner increase was missed or your dc is much taller than gauge. Ruffling usually means extra stitches. Check the per-side counts after each round from Round 4: 15, 19, 23, 27, 29, 33, 35.

How do I make the matching pillows?

Make a larger square by repeating Rounds 9 and 10 four more times after Round 10, which gives about 20 in with 59 stitches per side. Make two of these per pillow and sc them together around a 20 in pillow form.

How should I wash the finished bedspread?

Follow the care label on your yarn. Most acrylic bulky yarns can be machine washed on a gentle cycle in cool water and tumble dried on low or laid flat. A large bedspread is heavy when wet, so a large-capacity or laundromat machine is a good idea.

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