Granny proves again and again that she’s still got it and these free granny square cardigan patterns are no exception. Crochet has been super popular lately and these colorful cardigans are some of the trendiest designs out there!
If you know how to crochet granny squares then you’re well on your way to completing one of these gorgeous granny square cardigan patterns. Making a garment may seem a heck of a lot more intimidating than making a simple square, but these designs break it down into simple shapes and easy steps. Even if you are new to the crochet world, there are beginner friendly patterns for you here too!
There are two main styles of cardigans that we are showcasing today. The first kind of granny square sweater patterns are made up of many different squares that are then sewn together (or joined together via crochet). The second kind uses one giant granny square and some simple seaming to create an oversized cocoon style cardigan that’s as cozy as can be. Don’t ask me to pick a favorite between the two, because I honestly just can’t decide!
Are you ready to step out in style in a crochet cardigan of your very own? You’ll be in excellent company, since crochet clothing has been spotted more and more recently on celebrities. Scroll down and see all of these amazing granny square cardigan patterns for yourself!
Movie Night Cocoon Cardi
Cocoon style cardigans are the kind of sweater that you want to just live in. Once you put this cute and cozy sweater on, you won’t ever want to take it off! The best part is that it’s really just one giant granny square, some basic sewing, and some simple edging to make everything look more finished and polished.
Designer: Two of Wands
Yarn: Lion Brand Yarn 24/7 Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)
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Ariana
This design turns the individual granny squares on their heads for an elevated diamond patchwork. The sophisticated color scheme would make a wonderful accessory to a nice night out or a fun brunch with the gals. When you’re done making and seaming the squares, you’ll be knitting the button band and cuffs.
Designer: Amy Christoffers for Berroco
Yarn: Berroco Lanas (Worsted Weight #4)
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Granny Square Cardigan
If it doesn’t get very hot where you live, then you’re sure to appreciate this eye-catching classic granny square cardigan design. The DK weight yarn, the cropped length, and the half sleeves all conspire together to keep you as cool as a cucumber. Plus, the pattern will work up quicker than most!
Designer: Originally Lovely
Yarn: Lion Brand Yarn Nuboo (DK Weight #3)
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Revival Cardigan
You don’t have to go full granny to make a super cute cardigan. This design has a nice balance of colorful granny squares and solid colored stitchwork. Of course, the best part is that gorgeous granny square hood. And the extra long length makes it perfect for pairing with leggings on chilly days.
Designer: Make and Do Crew
Yarn: Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling (Aran Weight #4)
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Granny Twister Cardigan
This shrug style granny cardigan is a stunning way to show off a color changing yarn. The best part is that it’s all one piece so you’ll only have two ends to weave in – your starting tail and your ending tail. It’s all the beautiful benefits of a multi color design without all the extra hassle and time!
Designer: Tine Sommer Hansen for Hobbii
Yarn: Hobbii Twister (Fingering Weight #1)
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Tulip Square Cardi
If you’re not a confident seamstress then you may stress about the bulky seams you create when sewing granny squares together. Who knew that those seams could actually look really good? Well I think this design, characterized by the tantalizing texture of puff stitches and raised seams, certainly proves it to be true!
Designer: Wilmade Website
Yarn: Lion Brand Heartland (Aran Weight #4)
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Kimono Cardigan
Turn your style up to an 11 with this fabulous kimono style cardigan. The wide sleeves and wide ribbed edging are the perfect accessory for those of us who like to dress a little dramatically. You’ll love the unique look of the mitred granny squares and all the pre-matched colors that come with the recommended yarn.
Designer: Yarnspirations Design Studio
Yarn: Caron X Pantone Bamboo (Worsted Weight #4)
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Coziest Crochet Cardigan
The Coziest Crochet Cardigan is similar to our other cocoon style cardigans except for the fact that it uses 4 big granny squares sewn together instead of just 1 giant one. This design choice makes an eye-catching cross on the back of the shawl and it also gives the piece more interest (in my opinion!).
Designer: Yarnspirations Design Studio
Yarn: Patons North America Classic Wool Worsted (Worsted Weight #4)
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Everyday Granny Square Cardigan
I love it when granny square cardigans patterns really let the granny squares be the star of the show. There’s no fancy collar or cuffs on this design and no fancy granny square either. It’s just good old fashioned granny squares with a simple single crochet edging. I have just one word for it: stunning.
Designer: My Poppet
Yarn: Premier Yarns Everyday Worsted Solids, Marls & Heathers (Aran Weight #4)
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Wildflower Cardigan
Puff stitch granny squares create eye-popping texture in this monochrome cardigan accented with beautifully flowing double crochet sleeves. I may be drawing inspiration from the photography here, but this piece looks like it would be a fantastic swimsuit topper, don’t you think?
Designer: Mama in a Stitch
Yarn: Lion Brand Truboo (DK Weight #3)
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Crochet Cozy Granny Square Cardigan
Go big and bold with solid colored granny squares in autumn colors. What more could you ask for in the perfect autumn accessory? Follow along with the free video and written tutorials to learn how to make one of these stylish accessories for yourself! Just don’t blame me if all your friends want one too.
Designer: HayHay Crochet
Yarn: Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling (Aran Weight #4)
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Handkerchief Cocoon
I am obsessed with the dramatic stripes and oversized sleeves of this stunning crochet cocoon design. It’s the perfect lightweight accessory that can be worn all year round, especially since it’s made with sport weight yarn! The other nice thing about this design is that it’s very easy to customize the size of it.
Designer: Moogly Blog
Yarn: Patons North America Grace (Sport Weight #2)
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Marly Bird Granny Square Cardigan
A unique granny square design and a gorgeous color changing yarn conspire together to create this stunning shawl collared cardigan. My favorite part is the way that you just let the color changes fall where they may. The careful chaoticness is the perfect balm for the creator’s soul. Plus, that means less ends to weave in!
Designer: Marly Bird
Yarn: Red Heart Unforgettable (Worsted Weight #4)
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Granny Square Cardigan
This design expertly combines 6 stunning colors for a gorgeous multicolor cardigan that’s still sophisticated and adult. Combined with the simple double crochet edging, this is one granny square cardigan pattern that is sure to become a classic. What colors will you choose for your version?
Designer: Joy of Motion Crochet
Yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease (Aran Weight #4)
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Flamingo Kimono
Here’s another one of our free granny square cardigan patterns that would make an amazing swimsuit coverup. The fancy granny squares give this piece a flirty lace vibe that’s just to die for when combined with the flamingo pink color. Add a nice lightweight DK yarn to the mix and you’ve got an excellent recipe for stylish success.
Designer: Liefs van Suus
Yarn: (DK Weight #3)
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Graphic Statement Cardigan
Black, white, and gray pack a graphic punch in this chic statement cardigan from Lion Brand. I love the way that the granny squares are used as an accent for this design and I especially love how the color choices make this design more modern. Plus, it’s the perfect length for wearing with leggings!
Designer: Vladimir Teriokhin
Yarn: Lion Brand Heartland (Aran Weight #4)
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Daisy Granny Square Cardigan
Let’s go retro with a Daisy Granny Square Cardigan that’s bursting with personality and texture. The white bobble stitch daisies really pop against the mossy green background, which definitely makes this design an eye-catcher. Look closely and you can see the adorable shell stitch border.
Designer: Colour Ceilidh Crochet
Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice (Aran Weight #4)
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Granny Cardigan
Here’s one of our granny square cardigan patterns that takes a little bit more of a sophisticated approach. The minimal color scheme paired with the off center granny square motifs make this design oh so wearable. The front of this cozy cardigan design features a wide collar made with front post/back post ribbing.
Designer: Julia Madill for Yarnspirations
Yarn: Patons North America Grace (Sport Weight #2)
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Two Color Granny Jacket
Stark black and white provide excellent contrast and drama for this jaw-dropping cardigan design. I love the way that the pattern keeps it simple with a 2 color palette and single crochet edging. Plus, the minimal color scheme makes this piece easier to mix and match with the clothes already in your closet.
Designer: Red Heart Design Team
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver O’Go (Aran Weight #4)
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Granny Cardigan
While many of our granny square cardigan patterns offer a more fitted design, this one has a more relaxed look. The extra granny squares at the front hang gracefully from the body like a waterfall. DK weight yarn gives this piece excellent drape, so it moves and feels just like actual fabric. The floret stitch is used to crochet the textured back.
Designer: Yarnspirations Design Studio
Yarn: Patons North America Classic Wool DK Superwash (DK Weight #3)
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The Clove Cardi
You can never have too many black pieces in your wardrobe, because they go with everything! This stunning bobble stitch granny square cardigan is certainly no exception. The short sleeves with the mid thigh length make it perfect for layering and accessorizing all year round – no matter the weather.
Designer: Meghan Makes Do
Yarn: Caron Simply Soft Solids (Aran Weight #4)
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Granny Square Cardigan
You’ll be pretty in pastel with this stunning granny square cardigan pattern that doubles down on those sweet sweet granny vibes with a granny stitch edging. The pattern incorporates 8 different colors in such a way as to not be overwhelmingly colorful. If you don’t mind weaving in all those ends, then I say go for it!
Designer: Leonela Cevallos for Anchor Crafts
Yarn: Anchor Creativa Fino (Sport Weight #2)
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Granny Square Jacket
Can’t decide between doing single color or multicolor granny squares? This pattern uses both: multicolored granny squares on the front and solid colored granny squares on the back. What a great alternative for us indecisive folks! The sleeves are made using just plain granny stitch instead of granny squares.
Designer: Beautiful Crochet Stuff
Yarn: Garnstudio DROPS Loves You 8 (Aran Weight #4)
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All Eyes On You Cardi
The circle in a square grannys used for this cardigan design are made to resemble eyeballs. Pair that fact with the green and purple color scheme and I bet that you can tell that this design is Halloween inspired. Now is the perfect time to start this make so you can wear this cute cardigan all October long.
Designer: HayHay Crochet
Yarn: (Worsted Weight Yarn #4)
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Bobble Flower Granny Square Cardigan
Go bold with the bobble stitch texture in this floral inspired granny square cardigan. The extra long length combined with the matching beanie will keep you warm and cozy all winter long. It looks especially trendy when paired with a simple t-shirt and a cute pair of distressed jeans. Talk about outfit goals!
Designer: Colour Ceilidh Crochet
Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice (Worsted Weight Yarn #4)
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Common Questions about Granny Square Cardigans
You will need to make quite a few granny squares for a granny cardigan pattern, and you’ll need a crochet hook and yarn appropriate for the pattern. If you’re unsure about the hook size, check the recommendation on the ball band of your skeins.
You will need to know how to slip stitch (sl st) and double crochet stitch (dc) for a classic granny square cardigan. Some cardis use the granny stitch in different ways to create a granny cardigan. You will also need a way to join the squares, such as the mattress stitch or whip stitch.
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What a fun roundup of gorgeous granny square cardigan patterns! Did you have a favorite crochet jacket design from this list? Have you tried any other granny square cardigan patterns that you really liked? Tell me all about it in the comments below!
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Amanda
