How to Make a Solid Color Granny Sunburst Crochet Sweater – Step by Step for Beginners
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In this tutorial, I will show you how to make a beautiful crochet sweater using solid granny sunburst squares. This project is beginner-friendly and uses simple crochet stitches like magic ring, puff stitch, double crochet, and treble crochet.
Follow the step-by-step images below to see how the granny sunburst square is made, turned into a square shape, and joined together to create a cozy crochet sweater.
To make this specific square, you’ll be using a combination of Double Crochet (dc) and Puff Stitches (which create those beautiful raised "sunflower" bumps).
Here is a simple, beginner-friendly guide to working the first four rounds.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
Magic Ring: A loop to start your work (or chain 4 and slip stitch to the first chain).
ch: Chain
dc: Double Crochet
Puff Stitch: (Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop) 3–4 times in the same stitch. Yarn over and pull through all loops on hook. ch 1 to close.
sl st: Slip stitch
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Round 1: The Center
Start with a Magic Ring.
ch 3 (counts as your first dc).
Work 11 dc into the ring.
Pull the ring tight and sl st to the top of the ch-3. (Total: 12 stitches)
Round 2: The Inner Petals
ch 2 (does not count as a stitch).
Work a Puff Stitch into every stitch from Round 1.
Make sure to ch 1 between each Puff Stitch to give them space.
sl st to the top of the first Puff Stitch. (Total: 12 Puffs)
Round 3: The Outer Petals
sl st into the first ch-1 space (the gap between Puffs).
ch 2, then work a Puff Stitch into that same space.
Work 2 Puff Stitches into every ch-1 space around.
sl st to the top of the first Puff. (Total: 24 Puffs)
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| Turning the sunburst circle into a granny square shape. |
Round 4: Squaring the Circle
Now we turn the circle into a square by creating corners.
sl st into a space between Puffs. ch 3 (counts as dc).
The First Corner: In the same space, work (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc).
The Side: In the next space, work 3 dc. In the space after that, work another 3 dc.
The Next Corner: In the next space, work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc).
Repeat: Continue working 2 sets of "3 dc" on the sides and (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the corners until you reach the start.
sl st to the top of the ch-3.
Pro-Tips for Beginners
Tension: Keep your "Puff Stitches" loose when pulling up loops so your hook doesn't get stuck.
Count often: Round 3 is where most people miss a space—make sure you have exactly 24 puffs before starting the square round.
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| Granny sunburst squares arranged to form the front and back of the sweater. |
After making many granny sunburst squares, arrange them to create the front and back panels of the sweater.
Each square is then joined together using slip stitch, which keeps the seams neat and flexible. Continue joining the squares until the front and back parts of the sweater are formed
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| Sleeves made using granny sunburst squares. |
. Additional granny sunburst squares are used to create the sleeves of the sweater.
Arrange the squares and join them carefully to shape the sleeves and complete the sweater.
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| Finished Solid Granny Sunburst Crochet Sweater |
Finally, after making many granny sunburst squares and joining them together, the crochet sweater is complete.
This sweater is made using simple crochet stitches and a beautiful sunburst granny square pattern, making it a great project for beginners who want to create handmade crochet clothing.
You can experiment with different colors, yarn types, and square layouts to design your own unique crochet sweater.
If you enjoy making granny square crochet projects, this sunburst granny square sweater is a fun and creative pattern to try. Stay tuned for more beginner-friendly crochet tutorials and crochet sweater ideas here at Crochet for Beginners Hub.
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