Granny Triangle Crochet Stitch

The Granny Triangle Stitch is a fun variation of the Granny Stitch. You are basically stacking the granny stitches rather than working between them. By stacking the granny triangles you end up with a diamond shape – so unique! A modern update to a traditional crochet stitch yet still retaining that retro vibe!

It’s no secret that I love a granny square and I’m not alone. Beloved of the crochet community, this humble little square has launched many people’s journey into crochet. It’s for a good reason…well, several reasons, actually! To begin with, it’s a really simple pattern to master. Using just a few basic stitches and with a recognizable shape, it’s a great beginning to learn shaping and stitch placement. It’s also so, SO versatile – from blankets and cushions to cardigans and cowls. You can use this simple square for anything. Well, anything square shaped. So, this brings me to the pattern I’m sharing with you today, the Granny Triangle.

Abbreviations:

ch = chain

dc = double crochet

sk = skip

st = stitch

dc3tog = double crochet 3 together (see special stitches section below)

Special stitches:

dc3tog: *yo, insert hook in next stitch, yo and pull up loop, yo, pull through 2 loops* repeat between * * 2 more times (4 loops on hook), yo, pull through all loops on hook.

Instructions

Multiples: Multiples of 3 + 2 for foundation chain

Sample chain = 32

Row 1: 1 dc in 4th ch from hook, *sk next 2 ch, 3 dc in next ch,* repeat between * * to last 4 ch, sk next 2 ch, 1 dc in last 2 ch. Turn.

Row 2: ch 3 (counts as 1st st), 1 dc in next st, *ch 2, dc3tog over next 3 st,* repeat between * * to last 2 st, ch 2, 1 dc in last 2 st. Turn.

Row 3: ch 3, sk next st, *3 dc in ch 2 sp,* repeat between * * to last 2 st, sk next st, 1 dc in last st. Turn.

Row 4: ch 3, dc3tog over next 3 st, *ch 2, dc3tog,* repeat between * * to last st, 1 dc in last st. Turn.

Row 5: ch 3, 1 dc in same st, *3 dc in ch 2 sp,* repeat between * * to last 2 st, sk next st, 2 dc in last st. Turn.

Row 6: ch 3, 1 dc in next st, *ch 2, dc3tog over next 3 st,* repeat between * * to last 2 st, ch 2, 1 dc in last 2 st. Turn.

Continue repeating row 3 – 6 to desired size.