Make the Mini Granny Square Coaster – Free Crochet Pattern

This crochet pattern features a mini granny squares, each one with a small burst of color which makes it perfect for using up yarn scraps. The squares are worked individually and then sewn together to form a beautiful, patchwork-style piece.

The Inspiration Behind the Design

This design was born from the desire to give single skeins or scraps of leftover yarn a second life.

Each mini granny square becomes a tiny burst of color, turning what might have been forgotten bits into something beautiful and functional.

By sewing these little treasures together, you create a patchwork full of personality and memories—each square can use its own color combo, or make them all the same.

It’s a creative, eco-friendly way to clear out your yarn stash while making something truly one-of-a-kind.

Pattern Info

Finished Size: 5 3/8” x 5 3/8″

Yarn: #4 worsted weight
Coater used: .4 oz total

.25 oz main color
.15 oz contrast color

Crochet Hook: Size G/6 (4 mm)

Notions: Yarn Needle

Gauge: 1 square = 2 1/3” across

Difficulty: Beginner: Uses beginner stitches, along with increases.

Stitches Used:

ch – chain
dc – double crochet
sc – single crochet
yo – yarn over

For a full list of abbreviations, please see my List of Abbreviations.

Special Stitches:

Magic Ring – for tutorial, please see How to Make a Magic Ring.
Picot – 2, sl st in 1st ch just made.

Mini Granny Square Coaster

With MC, make a Magic Ring (see Special Stitches),

Round 1: Ch 2 (counts as dc), 2 dc in magic ring, ch 2, [3 dc, ch 3 in ring] 3 times, sl st in top of beg ch 2 to join. Fasten off.

Round 2: Join CC with sl st in any corner ch-2, ch 2, 2 dc in ch-2 sp, ch 2, 3 dc in same ch-2 sp, ch 1, *[3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc] in next ch-2 sp, ch 1, rep from * around, sl st in top of beg ch to join. Fasten off.

Attaching Squares

With RS facing, whip stitch squares together through blo.

Border

Round 1: Attach MC in any st, ch 1, *sc in each st across, (sc, picot, sc) in corner, repeat from * around.

Fasten off.

Bring a Little Retro to Your Home Decor with These Mini Granny Squares

Add some nostalgia to your space with these little, mini granny squares. You can also take them and turn them into pillows, wall hangings, or cozy throws. Their timeless design, along with an array of color combinations means there are endless possibilities!

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