This crochet daisy granny square combines a sunny yellow center, dimensional white petals, and a bright pink border. The cheerful flower motif is perfect for spring blankets, tote bags, pillows, baby projects, cardigans, garlands, and colorful scrap-yarn designs.
Watch the Crochet Daisy Granny Square Tutorial
Follow the video to see how the center, raised petals, and square border are formed. Pause between rounds, check each repeat, and compare the size and direction of the petals before continuing.
Video credit: the creator of the crochet daisy granny square tutorial on YouTube. Follow the original demonstration for exact stitch counts; this article provides preparation, shaping, blocking, and project guidance.
Materials to Prepare
- Yellow, white, and pink yarn in matching weights
- A crochet hook suitable for the yarn
- Scissors and a yarn needle
- Stitch markers for round beginnings and corners
- Blocking mats and rust-resistant pins
Create a Neat Daisy Center
Keep the yellow center firm enough to support the petals, but avoid pulling it into a cup. Count the center stitches carefully and weave the starting tail securely through several directions on the back.
Shape Consistent White Petals
Use even tension for each petal and place every repeat exactly as demonstrated. Gently shape the petals with your fingers rather than pulling their tips. If one petal looks fuller or shorter, check it before beginning the pink border.
Square the Flower with a Pink Border
Change colors cleanly by completing the final pull-through with the pink yarn. Follow the tutorial’s corner placement carefully and lay the motif flat after each section. Open, evenly spaced corners make later joining easier and prevent the square from twisting.
Blocking and Joining
Pin the pink border to consistent measurements without crushing the dimensional petals. Allow the square to dry completely, then arrange multiple motifs before joining so every daisy faces the same direction and the color layout feels balanced.
Daisy Granny Square Project Ideas
- Spring blankets and baby afghans
- Floral tote bags and market bags
- Decorative pillows and nursery décor
- Cardigans, vests, scarves, and motif panels
- Garlands, wall hangings, and handmade gifts
More Flower Granny Square Tutorials
Try the colorful sunburst granny square, the layered flower granny square, or the 3D flower granny square tutorial.
With its crisp petals and bold pink frame, this crochet daisy granny square adds a bright, friendly flower to projects of every size.
