Free Sól Celestial Granny Square Pattern
There’s something extra fun about a granny square that starts as a circle and turns into a square. It feels a little bit like crochet magic. ✨
The Sól Sunburst Granny Square is a free crochet tutorial with a bold sun in the center, textured rays, and a clean square frame around the outside. It has that classic granny square usefulness, but with a modernized, more celestial feel.
This free granny square pattern is best suited to intermediate crocheters… but I’m sure that it can be achieved by confident beginners who are ready to level up past the classic cluster square. Of course, it’s also practical enough to use in blankets, bags, pillows, table runners, wall hangings, and more.
Keep scrolling to find the free sun granny square crochet pattern right here on the blog, but be warned! Once you make one, you’re going to want to crochet a whole sky full of them! ☀️🧶
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What Is the Sól Sunburst Granny Square?
The Sól Sunburst Granny Square is a crochet circle-in-a-square motif with a textured sunburst center. Really pretty and certainly eye-catching!
You begin by working in the round to build the central sun. Then the rays are shaped with textured stitches before the design is squared off with a border. The end result is a granny square with a bold center that still joins neatly with other squares.
It’s a good project for intermediate crocheters, or confident beginners who are ready to try something a little more interesting and a lot more fun than a basic granny square.
Why You’ll Love This Sunburst Granny Square
As is the case with so many of my free crochet patterns, this celestial square is a great mix of pretty and useful. If I do say so myself! 😜
The Sól blanket square has enough detail to keep your hands and brain interested, but it’s still a small project. That makes it a great pattern for using up yarn, testing color combos, or making a few squares at a time between bigger projects. Stack them up throughout the year to make a larger project once you have enough.
You’ll love this pattern if you enjoy:
- Celestial crochet designs
- Textured granny squares
- Circle-in-a-square crochet patterns
- Small crochet projects with big impact
- Blanket squares that don’t feel boring
- Free granny square patterns that look a bit different
The textured sun center is the “star” of this design (pun intended!), 🌟 but the square shape means it’s super easy to use in so many projects. I’m thinking blankets, pillows, other home decor, bags, or even wearables!
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About the Name Sól
Sól is named for the Norse sun goddess who carries the sun across the sky. We have just passed the Summer Solstice and longest day of the year, which is the time when Sól is most prevalent. We love to mark such occasions around here, and what better way than with a fab crochet project?!?
That felt like the perfect name for this bright little square. It has a strong sun center, sharp rays, and a celestial look that works beautifully in warm yellows, golds, oranges, blues, creams, and deep night-sky shades.
You can make it bold and bright, soft and dreamy, or moody and magical. Same pattern, totally different feel.
Need some help with the stitches? I provide photo tutorials within the pattern to help you with the included techniques and more! I am always happy to help you with any questions you may have!
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Recommended Skill Level for the Sól Square
This is an intermediate crochet pattern.
A confident beginner may also be able to make it with patience, stitch markers, and a willingness to count carefully.
You’ll want to be comfortable with:
- Working in the round
- Reading a written crochet pattern
- Counting stitches
- Changing stitch heights
- Crocheting into different stitch placements
- Blocking granny squares
Nothing here is wildly difficult, but it does ask you to pay attention. This is a great “level up” square if you already know the basics and want a pattern that feels more exciting.
Love to crochet fun and unique granny squares? You will not want to miss these other free patterns for my Sweet Flora Afghan Square or the squares in my Calliope Granny Square Collection, to add some gorgeous floral themed crochet to your granny collection.
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Free Sól Celestial Granny Square Pattern
One square can be its own tiny project. A stack of squares can become almost anything.
Here are a few ideas:
- Mug rug
- Mini wall hanging
- Throw cushion front
- Tote bag panel
- Table runner
- Crochet bunting
- Blanket square
- Patch for a jacket or bag
- Festival pouch
- Decorative panel for a cardigan
- Feature square fingerless gloves
Granny squares are one of my favorite crochet building blocks because they can be as simple or as detailed as you want them to be!
If you love making useful things with squares, take a peek at my Festival Belt Pouch. And if you want proof that granny squares can become something extra fun, you’ll want to see my Björn the Granny Square Teddy Bear and Bijoux Butterfly Lovey.
This project is the perfect make for a quiet evening with your favorite show or audiobook. Lately I’ve been working on my crochet projects while watching fantasy shows and listening to audiobooks! And by lately, well I mean always lol!
So whether you watch your fave movie on Netflix or Prime Video, or give a listen to your latest bingeable audiobook, you’ll have a blast relaxing and crocheting your Sól Celestial Granny Square Pattern!
Right now, I just started watching The Boys on Prime, as well as re-watching seasons 1 & 2 of House of the Dragon so I can start watching season 3! I am also currently listening to City of Brass, the first book in the Daevabad Trilogy by S.A. Chakraborty on Libro.fm . I highly recommend this excellent series and author if you like unique fantasy and world building.
I’m deep into my re-read / re-listening to the ACOTAR A Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J. Maas in anticipation of the long awaited new books coming out in October and January! I’m currently on book 5 A Court of Silver Flames. Next up after this one will be starting my re-read / re-listen of the Crescent City series also by Sarah J. Maas because there are crossovers and I’ll not say anything more about that because I’m not spoiling it for anyone! I’ve read every book she’s written and they do not disappoint! 💚
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Sól Sunburst Granny Square for the Granny Month Crochet Along!
Looking for something classic and unique to crochet this June? I am so excited about our Granny Month Blanket CAL! The CAL is organized by the fabulous Marie of Underground Crafter and I’m thrilled to be a part of this fun Blanket Crochet Along!
The blanket CAL includes 30 unique granny squares, by me and 20 other talented pattern designers. Every day in June 2026, we’ll be sharing a brand new free crochet pattern for an 8″ square! These squares have fun and new ways to use the classic granny stitch. The Sól Sunburst Granny Square Crochet Pattern was created as my contribution to this amazing blanket crochet along! Join the fun, and get more details about the square and event below!
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Sól Sunburst Granny Square Crochet Pattern
Materials:
- YARN: Premiere Basix Worsted Weight 4 yarn, (100% acrylic, 7 oz/200 g, 359 yds/328 m)
- Sample Colors:
- TOTAL YARDAGE: 80 – 100 yards
- HOOK: US H/8 5.0 mm
Finished Size: (blocked)
8” x 8” square
Gauge: 12 rows hdc x 14 hdc = 4” x 4”
Experience Level: Advanced Beginner – Intermediate
Pattern Key: Pattern uses US English Terms
st(s) – stitch(es)
sp(s) – space(s)
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
st dc – See special stitches
tr – treble crochet
v-st – see special stitches
yo – yarn over
FO – fasten off
Special Stitches:
V-Stitch (V-st): (dc, ch 1, dc) in same stitch.
Magic Circle Tutorial:
VIDEO TUTORIAL: https://youtu.be/iPx5PpxT8HA
STEP 1: Create a loop, place hook through the loop, yo and pull the yarn through the loop, keeping the loop open, not pulling the yarn tight, ch 2.
STEP 2: Yo, insert hook back in circle, yo and pull up a loop through the circle.
STEP 3: Yo again and pull through 1st 2 loops on the hook, yo and pull through last 2 loops on hook, dc completed! Repeat Steps 2-3 to create additional stitches. Hold stitches with one hand, gently pull yarn end to close the circle.
Stacked Double Crochet (st dc) Tutorial:
Single crochet in magic circle (or next st), insert hook into front vertical bar of single crochet, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through both loops on hook. St dc complete.
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PATTERN NOTES:
- Read through the entire pattern first.
- Beginning chain does not count as a st. First stitch of each round should be placed in the same stitch as beginning ch 1.
- Sl st does not count as a stitch.
- Repeat stitches between [ and ] the number of times indicated.
- Work stitches between ( and ) in the same stitch.
- Blocking the finished square is highly recommended before seaming blanket.
- Use cotton yarn and this square will make a beautiful wash or dish cloth too.
- This pattern is FREE to view and read on my website ONLY, and has been thoroughly tech edited. Please feel free to share any comments or ask any questions you may have! I welcome your feedback!!
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Free Sól Sunburst Granny Square Tutorial!
The Sól Sunburst Granny Square is now free to follow right here on my blog! This celestial circle-in-a-square crochet pattern features a bold sunburst center, textured rays, and a familiar granny square shape that’s ready for blankets, bags, scarves, cardigans, and more!
If you love unique granny squares, this one is such a fun make. The full free crochet tutorial is available here on the blog, or you can grab the ad-free, printer-friendly PDF copy from my Ravelry and Etsy shops for just a couple of dollars.
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FREE SÓL CELESTIAL GRANNY SQUARE:
Sunburst Granny Square Pattern Directions:
Round 1: Make a Magic Circle, ch 1, st dc, 11 dc in magic circle, sl st to join, (12 dc).
Round 2: Ch 1, st dc, ch 1, [dc and ch 1,] in each st around, sl st to join (12 ch-1 sp, 12 dc).
Round 3: Sl st in 1st ch-1 sp, ch 1, (st dc, 2 dc) in ch-1 sp, [(3 dc) in ch-1 sp,] 11 times, sl st to join, (36 dc).
Round 4: Ch 1, (st dc, ch 1, dc,) counts as 1st v-st, ch 1 and skip next st, dc, [v-st in next st, ch 1 and skip next st, dc,] 11 times, sl st to join (12 ch-1 sp, 12 dc, 12 v-st).
For Rounds 5-6 you will skip all stitches and work only in the ch-1 sps and ch-1 of v-sts.
Round 5: Ch 1, [(hdc, dc, ch 1, dc, hdc) in v-st, sc in ch-1 sp,] 12 times, sl st to join, (12 ch-1 sp, 12 sc, 24 hdc, 24 dc).
Round 6: Sl st in next st and ch-1 sp, ch 1, [sc in in ch-1 sp, ch 5,] 12 times, sl st to 1st sc to join, (12 ch-5 sp, 12 sc). Change colors here for the sun – sky look.
For Round 7 you will skip all stitches and work only in the ch-5 sps.
Round 7: Ch 1, [(4 sc, 4 hdc) in ch-5 sp, (2 dc, 2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr, 2 dc) in ch-5 sp, (4 hdc, 2 sc) in ch-5 sp,] 4 times, sl st to join, (4 ch-2 sp, 32 sc, 32 hdc, 16 dc, 16 tr).
Round 8: Ch 1, [sc in next 6 sts, hdc in next 6 sts, (2 hdc, ch 2, 2 hdc) in ch-2 sp, hdc in next 6 sts, sc in next 6 sts,] 4 times, sl st to join, (4 ch-2 sp, 48 sc, 64 hdc). FO and weave in ends. Blocking this square is highly recommended before seaming to your blanket.
Sól Sunburst Granny Square Feature on Granny CAL!
I’m so excited to share that my Sól Sunburst Granny Square Pattern is featured on the Granny Square Month Blanket Crochet Along Event 2026! The CAL is organized by the fabulous Marie of Underground Crafter and I’m thrilled to be a part of this fun Blanket Crochet Along!
The blanket CAL includes 30 unique granny squares, by me and 20 other talented pattern designers. Every day in June 2026, we’ll be sharing a brand new free crochet pattern for an 8″ square! These squares have fun and new ways to use the classic granny stitch. The Sól Sunburst Granny Square Crochet Pattern was created as my contribution to this amazing blanket crochet along! Join the fun event via the link below!
The Granny Square Month Blanket Crochet Along features a new FREE to download Granny Square Crochet Pattern each day from June 1 – 30, 2026. All patterns are Free to Download, for 24 hours ONLY! Missed a few days? Never fear! You can also grab a copy of the Granny Square Blanket Pattern Bundle, but only until July 5th! Details below.
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💜 Get lifetime access to your downloadable PDF for flexible, at-your-own-pace stitching.
💜 Designer support for all 30 sections, plus YOU get to support the designers!
💜 All info is together in one place and easy for you to find and print!
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Tips Before You Start Your First Sól Square
Troubleshooting
A textured square like this is easier when you take the time to give yourself a few little helps along the way.
Use stitch markers.
Marking the corners can save you from recounting the same round over and over.
Check your center before moving on.
If the sun center is ruffling, your tension may be too loose or your hook may be too large. If it is cupping, your tension may be too tight or your hook may be too small.
Block your square.
Blocking helps the rays settle, opens up the stitches, and gets the corners looking neat.
Weave in ends as you go.
If you are making a blanket’s worth of squares, this one choice can save your sanity.
Make a test square first.
One test square lets you check your yarn, hook, size, and color choices before committing to a bigger project.
Color Ideas for Your Sunburst Granny Square
This is one of my favorite parts about making a crochet granny square!
For a classic sunburst granny square, use a warm color in the center and a sky color for the outer square. Yellow and turquoise gives it a bright, sunny look. Burnt orange and navy feels more like sunset or a night sky.
You could also try:
- Gold sun with cream border
- White sun with black border
- Mustard sun with dusty blue border
- Coral sun with teal border
- Soft peach sun with sage border
- Bright yellow sun with deep purple border
- Variegated center with a solid border
For a blanket, you could make every sun the same color and change the border colors. Or flip it around and make a whole sky full of different suns. You’re only limited by your imagination and creativity!
Frequently Asked Questions About Sunburst Granny Squares (FAQs)
Is this sunburst granny square beginner friendly?
This pattern is best for intermediate crocheters, but confident beginners can give it a try. You should already know how to work in the round, count stitches, and follow a written crochet pattern.
Why is my granny square curling or ruffling?
It’s almost always tension. A center that ruffles like a potato chip means your stitches are too loose, so try a smaller hook. A square that cups or curls means they’re too tight, so size up. Adjust by half a millimeter at a time until it lays flat.
How do you turn a circle into a square in crochet?
You add taller stitches at four evenly spaced points to build the corners, with shorter stitches between them along the sides. The pattern tells you exactly which stitches go where, so you don’t have to do any math. Just follow along and the square appears.
Do I have to block this granny square?
You do not have to, but I strongly recommend it. Blocking helps the sun rays sit nicely, straightens the edges, and makes your square easier to join with other squares.
Can I use a different yarn weight for this pattern?
Yes. Your square will just come out bigger or smaller. A worsted weight square shrinks down nicely in DK or sport for smaller projects. Just match your hook to your yarn, keep your tension consistent, and make every square in the batch with the same yarn.
How do you join granny squares together?
You’ve got options. Whip stitch and mattress stitch give you a flat, nearly invisible seam. Slip stitch or single crochet joins add a raised ridge that can look great as a design feature. For the Sól, a flat join keeps the attention on those sun centers where it belongs.
Please Share Your Sól Sunburst Granny Squares!
I hope you really enjoy making the Sól Sunburst Granny Square! This celestial circle-in-a-square crochet pattern was such a joy to design, and I love how the textured sunburst center works up into a neat, useful granny square.
Your finished square can become so many things too! I can’t wait to see the colors you choose and how you use your own sunburst granny square in your crochet projects.
Please share your finished Sól squares on Ravelry or tag me on social media so I can admire your beautiful makes. 💖 Seeing your projects is honestly my favorite part of designing, and it inspires me to keep creating new free crochet patterns for you! And yes, the yarn benefits are pretty great too!
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