Stitch Library How to Crochet a Filet Granny Square: FREE Pattern Updated March 25, 2026 This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, I may earn a small commission. Click to see full details of my Privacy Policy. Pin it now, make later!209Shares Learn how to crochet a filet granny square with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. This beautiful variation combines the timeless charm of a granny square with the openwork style of filet crochet, which creates a lovely lightweight, drapey granny square. TABLE OF CONTENTS1. About The Filet Granny Square2. Ways to Use This Stitch 3. Pattern Notes4. Pattern Support5. Materials & Tools6. Where to Shop for Yarn7. Convert Pattern Terms8. Terms & Abbreviations9. Tips For Tension10. Free Crochet Pattern: Filet Square11. 1-312. 4-513. 6-Finish14. Granny Square Patterns to Try Next VIEW MORE▼ About The Filet Granny Square A Filet Granny Square uses treble crochet stitches and chain spaces (US terms: double crochet and chains) to create an airy, lacy texture. It has the same construction as a classic granny square, but with alternating blocks and spaces that give it a modern, geometric look. Ways to Use This Stitch Lightweight blankets Drapey garments such as shawls and wraps Delicate home decor, such as cushions Table runner or placemats Pattern Notes Written in UK terms but switchable to US crochet terms below. Skill Level: Beginner I always recommend that you block your granny squares before joining them Pattern Support The fastest way to get pattern support is to ask in our dedicated facebook group for Bella Coco Crochet patterns. This is the best place for you to connect with other crocheters. Please note, if you wish to change and adapt this pattern in any way, this must be done at your own exploration and we cannot offer assistance with this. Materials & Tools Yarn: You can use any weight yarn and recommended hook size that can be found on the belly band to your chosen yarn. Hook: Use the corresponding hook size to the yarn weight chosen. Darning Needle Scissors Tape Measure Blocking Board (optional) Where to Shop for Yarn Wool Warehouse we crochet Mary maxium love crafts Herrschners Convert Pattern Terms Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version. view in UK terms view in US terms Terms & 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 remaining two loops. How to Crochet – A Handy Reference Guide eBook Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your crochet 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. You can find my EBook HERE. Tips For Tension Do you struggle with tension? Watch this helpful tutorial below for essential crochet tips for tension! Free Crochet Pattern: Filet Square You are viewing this pattern in UK terms. 1-3 Foundation: 4 ch, sl st into fourth ch from hook to form a ring. Round 1: 3 ch (counts as tr here and throughout), into ring work 2 tr, 3 ch, *3 tr, 3 ch, rep from * twice more, join with sl st into top of 3-ch. Turn. (12 tr, 4 3-ch sps.) Round 2: 3 ch, [2 tr, 3 ch, 2 tr] in 3-ch sp, *tr in next 3 sts, [2 tr, 3 ch, 2 tr] in 3-ch sp, rep from * twice more, tr in last 2 sts, join with sl st into top of 3-ch. Turn. (28 tr, 4 3-ch sps.) Round 3: 4 ch (counts as tr and 1 ch here and throughout), skip 1 st, tr in next 3 sts, *[2 tr, 3 ch, 2 tr] in 3-ch sp, tr in next 3 sts, 1 ch, skip 1 st, tr in next 3 sts, rep from * twice more, [2 tr, 3 ch, 2 tr] in 3-ch sp, tr in last 2 sts, join with sl st into third of 4-ch. Turn. (40 tr, 4 3-ch sps, 4 1-ch sps.) 4-5 Round 4: 4 ch, skip a st, tr in next 3 sts, *[2 tr, 3 ch, 2 tr] in 3-ch sp, tr in next 3 sts, 1 ch, skip 1 st, tr in next st, tr in ch-1 sp, tr in next st, 1 ch, skip 1 st, tr in next 3 sts, repeat from * twice more, [2 tr, 3 ch, 2 tr] in 3-ch sp, tr in next 3 sts, 1 ch, skip 1 st, tr into next st, tr in 1-ch sp, join with sl st into third of 4-ch. Turn. (52 tr, 4 3-ch sps, 8 1-ch sps.) Round 5: 4 ch, skip a st, tr in next st, tr in 1-ch sp, tr in next 5 sts, *[2 tr, 3 ch, 2 tr] in 3-ch sp, tr in next 5 sts, tr in 1-ch sp, tr in next st, 1 ch, skip 1 st, tr in next st, tr in 1-ch sp, tr in next 5 sts, rep from * twice more, [2 tr, 3 ch, 2 tr] in 3-ch sp, tr in next 5 sts, tr in 1-ch sp, join with sl st into third of 4-ch. Turn. (72 tr, 4 3-ch sps, 4 1-ch sps.) 6-Finish Round 6: 3 ch, tr in next 8 sts, *[2 tr, 3 ch, 2 tr] in 3-ch sp, tr in next 9 sts, tr in 1-ch sp, tr in next 9 sts, repeat from * twice more, [2 tr, 3 ch, 2 tr] in 3-ch sp tr in next 9 sts, tr in 1-ch sp, join with sl st into top of 3-ch. Turn. (92 tr, 4 3-ch sps.) Fasten off and sew in ends. Granny Square Patterns to Try Next Solid Mitered Granny Square Circle Of Hope Granny Square Heart Granny Square Spiked Granny Square CLICK HERE to Explore More FREE Granny Square 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 KEEP ON making Don’t miss a thing! Sign up to our newsletter, grab a cuppa and find out about the latest posts and projects. First name Email address Thanks! Please check your inbox (and junk) to confirm your subscription! Pin it now, make later!209Shares Further Reading... Learn How to Crochet the Colander Stitch: FREE Pattern April 30, 2025 How to Crochet Sturdy Mesh Stitch April 30, 2025 Learn How to Crochet the V-Stitch: FREE Pattern May 1, 2025 No Comments Leave a Reply Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
