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Learn how to crochet a granny triangle with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial in both right and left-handed versions.. Whether you’re looking to expand your granny square skills or try something new, this triangle version is quick to work up and endlessly adaptable. In this post, you’ll find everything you need to learn how to make this granny triangle plus project inspiration.
Ways to Use a Granny Triangle
- Bunting & Garlands: String several triangles together for a cheerful decoration, perfect for parties, nurseries, or seasonal displays.
- Shawls & Wraps: Join granny triangles point-to-point to create lightweight and colourful accessories.
- Blankets & Throws: Mix triangles with granny squares or hexagons for a patchwork-style blanket full of texture and charm.
- Cushions & Home Decor: Combine triangles into larger shapes (like hexagons or diamonds) for eye-catching cushion covers.
- Wearables: Add triangles as edging on ponchos, scarves, or even summer tops for a boho-inspired look.
- Scrap Yarn Projects: Use leftover yarn to make small triangles, perfect for reducing waste and experimenting with colour combinations.
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: You can use any weight of yarn and the recommended hook size that can be found on the yarn band. If you are a beginner, I recommend using a DK or Aran weight yarn.
- Hook: Check the yarn band you are using for the recommended hook size.
- Scissors
- Darning Needle
- Blocking Board (UK) / Blocking Board (USA) (optional)
Where To Buy Yarn
Pattern Notes
- Written in UK terms but switchable to US crochet terms below.
- Skill Level: Beginner
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Terms and Abbreviations
Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook.
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, pull through the remaining two loops.
Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. Learn more about the eBook here.
Free Pattern: Granny Triangle
Ch 4, ss in fourth ch from the hook.
Row 1: 4 ch (counts as tr and 1 ch here and throughout), into ring work 3 tr, 3 ch, 3 tr, 1 ch, tr. Turn. (8 tr, 1 3-ch sp, 2 1-ch sps.)
Row 2: 4 ch, 3 tr in 1-ch sp, 1 ch, [3 tr, 3 ch, 3 tr] in 3-ch sp, 1 ch, [3 tr, 1 ch, tr] in last 1-ch sp. Turn. (14 tr, 1 3-ch sp, 4 1-ch sps.)
Row 3: 4 ch, 3 tr in 1-ch sp, 1 ch, 3 tr in next 1-ch sp, 1 ch, [3 tr, 3 ch, 3 tr] in 3-ch sp, 1 ch, 3 tr in next 1-ch sp, 1 ch, [3 tr, 1 ch, tr] in last 1-ch sp. Turn. (20 tr, 1 3-ch sp, 6 1-ch sps.)
Row 4: 4 ch, 3 tr in 1-ch sp, [1 ch, 3 tr in next 1-ch sp] to 3-ch sp, 1 ch, [3 tr, 3 ch, 3 tr] in ch-3 sp, [1 ch, 3 tr in next 1-ch sp] to last 1-ch sp, 1 ch, [3 tr, 1 ch, tr] in last 1-ch sp. Turn. (26 tr, 1 3-ch sp, 8 1-ch sps.)
Rep Row 4 until desired size.
Fasten off and sew in ends.
Video Tutorials
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Left-handed
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How do I crochet dish cloths please
Hi. So unless I am missing something. There is a ch missing from rows 2 and 3.
Row 1: 4 ch (counts as tr and 1 ch here and throughout) working into circle, 3 tr, 2 ch, 3 tr, 1 ch, tr. Turn.
Row 2: 4 ch, 3 tr in 1-ch sp, 1 ch. (3 tr, 2 ch, 3 tr) in 2-ch sp. CHAIN HERE? 3 tr in 1-ch sp, 1 ch, tr. Turn.
Row 3: 4 ch, *3 tr in 1-ch sp, 1 ch. Repeat from * to 2 ch sp. (3 tr, 2 ch, 3 tr) in 2-ch sp. CHAIN HERE? *3 tr in 1-ch sp, 1 ch. Repeat from * to last sp. 1 ch, tr in same sp. Turn.
You have it in row 1 and in the video.
Thanks!