A 25-square blanket is a great beginner project because it’s easier than making 100+ squares.

Here’s an example of a 25 crochet granny squares blanket (usually arranged in 5 rows × 5 columns):

Simple layout

That gives you 25 granny squares total.

Example size

If each square is:

6 inches × 6 inches

Then your blanket becomes about:

30 inches × 30 inches (before border)

If each square is:

8 inches × 8 inches

Then your blanket becomes about:

40 inches × 40 inches

Good for

Baby blanket Lap blanket Sofa throw Gift project

Popular granny square styles

Classic granny square Sunflower square Daisy square Solid square Heart granny square

A 25-square blanket is a great beginner project because it’s easier than making 100+ squares.