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Learn how to Crochet a Granny Stripe

Updated July 11, 2023
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If you love granny squares I think you’re going to love the granny stripe! Add a pop of colour and a touch of nostalgia to your crochet projects with the classic granny stripe. In this blog I’ll take you through what projects you can use the granny stripe for, colour changes, the pattern and I have included a step by step video tutorial if you’d rather watch and learn. I do recommend watching the video and reading the pattern at the same time so you can learn to read patterns in the future.

crochet granny stripe swatch
Granny Stripe: Chaining Colour Every Row

how can I use the granny stripe in my projects?

This timeless stitch pattern creates a colourful, textured stripe that’s perfect for blankets, scarves, accessories and garments. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, the granny stripe is a fun and easy stitch that you’ll love to create over and over again. You can get creative with your colour changes also, see the images below changing colours every row, every two rows and every three rows.

crochet granny stripe with 3 colours
Granny Stripe: Changing Colour Every 2 Rows
crochet granny stripe with 3 colours
3 Rows of Different Colours

colour changes

Bear in mind the more colour changes you make the more ends you will have to sew in so please consider this before making a start on your granny stripe project. However the beauty of the granny stripe stitch is that it looks the same on the front as it does on the back which makes it that little bit more enjoyable, wouldn’t you agree?

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pattern notes

Difficulty: Beginner

This pattern is written in UK terms.

terms & abbreviations

  • Chain (ch): Yarn over, and then pull through.
  • Double Crochet(s): dc(s):  Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over and then pull through remaining two loops.
  • Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over and then pull through remaining two loops.
  • Slip stitch (sl-st): Insert hook, yarn over, then pull through both stitch and loop on hook.
  • Stitch(es) (st/s)
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crochet granny stripe swatch
Granny Stripe

granny stripe pattern

  • Foundation Chain: Multiples of 3 plus 2 for turning.
  • Row 1: dc into 3rd ch and then in each ch along. 
  • Row 2: ch 3 and turn, tr in 1st st under ch, *skip 2 sts, 3 tr into next st,* repeat from * until 3 sts remain, skip 2, 2 tr into last st.
  • Row 3: ch 3 and then turn, make 3 tr into each space along, tr into top of ch 3 from prev row. 
  • Repeat rows 2 and 3.
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video tutorial

Not too sure about reading patterns just yet? I recommend you watch this video tutorial and read the pattern at the same time to get used to those pattern terms and abbreviations for future patterns.

I always love to see your makes so if you try any of my patterns or follow my stitch tutorials please tag me @bellacococrochet or use the #bellacococrochet

SARAH-JAYNE

Loved this tutorial? You might be interested in giving the Granny Ripple a try, it makes a beautiful blanket! Check out the blog here to learn more.

A granny ripple blanket with pink, fuchsia, white, purple and peach stripes.
Crochet granny square

Love granny stripes? Why not take a look at these granny squares. I’ve got PLENTY of patterns ideal for beginner crocheters.

 
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