This daisy pastel granny square blanket is the kind of crochet project that feels soft, happy, and full of handmade charm. Each square has a gentle pastel background with a raised white daisy in the center, finished with a bright yellow flower middle.
The finished blanket has a sweet cottage-style look, perfect for baby gifts, nursery decor, spring blankets, cozy reading corners, or a cheerful handmade throw. The mix of pastel pink, peach, yellow, mint, blue, and lavender gives it a soft rainbow effect without feeling too bright.
Description
This crochet blanket is made from individual pastel granny squares, each decorated with a raised daisy flower. The square background uses simple granny-style stitches with small open spaces, while the flower is made separately and sewn onto the center of each square. The daisies have white rounded petals and textured yellow centers, creating a 3D floral effect. The squares are joined into neat rows and finished with a soft multi-round pastel border that frames the whole blanket beautifully.
Materials
- DK or light worsted yarn in pastel pink
- DK or light worsted yarn in peach
- DK or light worsted yarn in pale yellow
- DK or light worsted yarn in mint green
- DK or light worsted yarn in baby blue
- DK or light worsted yarn in lavender
- White yarn for daisy petals
- Yellow yarn for daisy centers
- 4.0 mm or 4.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
- Measuring tape
- Blocking mat and pins, optional
Abbreviations
- MR = magic ring
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- tr = treble crochet
- st = stitch
- sts = stitches
- sp = space
- rep = repeat
Pattern Notes
- This pattern uses US crochet terms.
- The blanket is made from separate granny squares.
- Each square is worked in one pastel color.
- The daisy is made separately and sewn to the center of the square.
- The daisy petals should stay slightly raised for a 3D look.
- You can make the blanket any size by adding more squares.
- Block the squares before joining for the neatest result.
- Use soft washable yarn if making this blanket for a baby.
Finished Size
One finished square: about 5 x 5 inches, depending on yarn and tension.
Suggested blanket layouts:
- Baby blanket: 5 squares wide x 7 squares long
- Larger baby blanket: 6 squares wide x 8 squares long
- Throw blanket: 8 squares wide x 10 squares long
For the soft rainbow look shown in the image, use a mix of pastel square colors and repeat them across the blanket.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Pastel Granny Square
Make as many squares as needed for your blanket.
Use one pastel color per square.
Round 1
With pastel yarn, make a MR.
Ch 3. This counts as the first dc.
Work 2 dc into the ring.
Ch 2.
Work 3 dc into the ring, ch 2.
Repeat from 3 dc, ch 2 2 more times.
Join with sl st to the top of beginning ch 3.
You should have 4 granny clusters and 4 corner spaces.
Round 2
Sl st into the next ch-2 corner sp.
Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the same corner sp.
Ch 1.
In the next corner sp, work 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc.
Ch 1.
Repeat around.
Join with sl st to the top of beginning ch 3.
Round 3
Sl st into the next corner sp.
Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the same corner sp.
Ch 1.
In the next ch-1 side sp, work 3 dc.
Ch 1.
In the next corner sp, work 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc.
Repeat around.
Join with sl st.
Round 4
Sl st into the next corner sp.
Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the same corner sp.
Ch 1.
Work 3 dc in each ch-1 side sp across to the next corner, ch 1 between each cluster.
In each corner sp, work 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc.
Continue around.
Join with sl st.
Round 5
Repeat Round 4 one more time.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
You should now have a neat pastel granny square with small open spaces and clear corners.
Optional Square Edging
For a cleaner joining edge, add one round of sc around each square.
Join the same pastel color in any corner.
Ch 1.
Sc evenly around the square.
Work 3 sc in each corner.
Join with sl st.
Fasten off.
Daisy Center
Make one daisy for each square.
Yellow Flower Center
With yellow yarn, make a MR.
Ch 1.
Work 8 sc into the ring.
Pull the ring closed.
Join with sl st to the first sc.
Round 2
Ch 1.
Work 2 sc in each st around.
Join with sl st.
16 sc
Fasten off yellow.
White Daisy Petals
Join white yarn in any stitch of the yellow center.
Ch 2.
Work 3 dc in the same st.
Ch 2.
Sl st in the same st.
This makes the first petal.
Sl st into the next st.
Repeat around:
Ch 2, 3 dc in same st, ch 2, sl st in same st, sl st into next st.
Continue until you have 16 small rounded petals.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
If you want a fuller daisy, work the petals a little loosely so they puff outward.
Attach Daisy to Square
Place one daisy in the center of a pastel granny square.
Use stitch markers or pins to hold it in place.
Thread the long white tail onto a yarn needle.
Sew around the yellow center and the lower base of a few petals.
Do not sew every petal completely flat. Let the petal edges lift slightly for the raised 3D look.
Secure the yarn on the back and weave in the end.
Repeat for every square.
Color Layout
Arrange your finished squares before joining.
For a soft pastel rainbow effect, use colors such as:
- pastel pink
- peach
- pale yellow
- mint green
- baby blue
- lavender
A simple layout idea:
Row 1: pink, peach, yellow, mint, blue
Row 2: lavender, pink, peach, yellow, mint
Row 3: blue, lavender, pink, peach, yellow
Row 4: mint, blue, lavender, pink, peach
Row 5: yellow, mint, blue, lavender, pink
Row 6: peach, yellow, mint, blue, lavender
Row 7: pink, peach, yellow, mint, blue
You can keep the colors in diagonal stripes, soft rainbow columns, or a random patchwork layout.
Joining the Squares
Lay the squares right side up.
Join them into rows first, then join the rows together.
Slip Stitch Join
Place 2 squares with right sides together.
Using a matching pastel yarn or white yarn, insert the hook through the back loop of each square edge.
Sl st across the side.
Repeat until all squares are joined.
This creates a slightly raised seam.
Flat Sewn Join
Place 2 squares side by side with right sides facing up.
Thread a yarn needle with matching yarn.
Sew through the inner loops along the edges.
Pull gently so the seam closes without puckering.
This gives a softer, flatter join.
Blanket Border
After all squares are joined, work the border around the full blanket.
Border Round 1: White Foundation Border
Join white yarn in any corner.
Ch 1.
Sc evenly around the entire blanket.
Work 3 sc in each corner.
Join with sl st to the first sc.
Border Round 2: Pastel Pink
Join pastel pink yarn.
Ch 2.
Hdc in each st around.
Work 3 hdc in each corner.
Join with sl st.
Fasten off.
Border Round 3: Peach
Join peach yarn.
Ch 2.
Hdc in each st around.
Work 3 hdc in each corner.
Join with sl st.
Fasten off.
Border Round 4: Pale Yellow
Join pale yellow yarn.
Ch 2.
Hdc in each st around.
Work 3 hdc in each corner.
Join with sl st.
Fasten off.
Border Round 5: Mint Green
Join mint green yarn.
Ch 2.
Hdc in each st around.
Work 3 hdc in each corner.
Join with sl st.
Fasten off.
Border Round 6: Baby Blue or Lavender
Join baby blue or lavender yarn.
Ch 1.
Sc in each st around.
Work 3 sc in each corner.
Join with sl st.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
This creates the soft pastel striped border visible around the blanket.
Optional Soft Scalloped Edge
For a sweeter finish, add one final white scalloped round.
Join white yarn in any stitch.
Ch 1.
Skip 1 st.
Work 5 dc in next st.
Skip 1 st.
Sl st in next st.
Repeat around the blanket.
Adjust spacing at the corners so the scallops sit neatly.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Finishing
Weave in all remaining yarn tails.
Lay the blanket flat.
Gently shape each square and each daisy.
Lightly block the blanket if needed, especially around the edges.
Do not press the daisies flat. The raised petals are part of the charm.
Tips & Variations
Use soft acrylic baby yarn for a cozy washable blanket.
Use cotton yarn for a firmer, more defined granny square texture.
Make all squares the same color for a calmer look.
Use pastel rainbow colors for the cheerful style shown in the image.
Try cream squares with daisies for a classic daisy blanket.
Use smaller yarn and hook for a lighter blanket.
Use thicker yarn and a larger hook for a quicker cozy throw.
If your squares curl, block them before joining.
If the daisy petals look too flat, sew only the center firmly and leave the petal edges slightly free.
FAQ
Is this daisy granny square blanket beginner-friendly?
Yes. It is suitable for confident beginners. The granny square is simple, and the daisy is made separately with basic stitches.
Can I make the blanket bigger?
Yes. Make more squares and join them in a larger layout. The pattern is easy to resize.
Do I have to sew the daisies on?
Sewing gives the neatest raised look. You can crochet the daisy directly into the square, but separate daisies are easier to place evenly.
What colors work best?
Pastel pink, peach, yellow, mint, blue, and lavender create the soft rainbow look. White petals and yellow centers keep the daisy design clear.
Conclusion
This daisy pastel granny square blanket is a cheerful crochet project full of soft color and handmade texture. The pastel squares, raised white daisies, yellow centers, and rainbow-style border make it a beautiful blanket for babies, gifts, spring decor, or cozy handmade spaces.
Make a small version first as a baby blanket, or keep adding squares for a full-size throw in your favorite pastel palette.
