Drunken Granny Stitch Crochet Tutorial – Easy One Row Repeat for Blankets

If you love the granny stitch as much as I do, then you’re going to love this one. The Drunken Granny Stitch is a simple one-row repeat that creates a beautiful, open texture with a slightly lacy feel.

It’s a fresh twist on the classic granny stitch, and one of my favourite things about it is that it looks the same on both sides. It’s also incredibly quick to work up, which makes it perfect for blankets, scarves, and easy crochet projects.

If you’ve been looking for an easy crochet stitch for blankets, this is definitely one to try.

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Why You’ll Love the Drunken Granny Stitch

If you enjoy simple crochet stitches that still look interesting, this one ticks all the boxes.

• Easy one-row repeat that’s simple to memorise
• Creates an open, airy crochet fabric
• Works up really fast
• Looks the same on both sides
• Beginner-friendly and relaxing to crochet
• Perfect for crochet blankets, scarves, and shawls

This is one of those stitches that looks much more complicated than it actually is, which makes it great for building confidence.

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Drunken Granny Stitch Crochet Tutorial at a Glance

• Skill level: Beginner to confident beginner
• Stitch repeat: Multiple of 5 + 1
• Row repeat: 1 row repeat after setup
• Texture: Open, airy, and slightly lacy
• Best for: Crochet blankets, baby blankets, scarves, and throws

This is a great choice if you want a fast crochet stitch for blankets that's not a yarn eater.

What Can You Make With the Drunken Granny Stitch?

This stitch is really versatile and works beautifully across lots of projects:

• Crochet baby blankets
• Throw blankets
• Crochet scarves and wraps
• Lightweight shawls
• Summer cardigans and tops

Because of its open design, it’s especially good for projects where you want drape and movement rather than a dense fabric.

Why not try my Granny's Tipple pocket shawl crocheted in the drunken granny stitch.

Best Yarn for the Drunken Granny Stitch

One of the best things about this stitch is how flexible it is.

For this tutorial, I used:

• Aran weight yarn
• 5.5 mm crochet hook

You can use any yarn you like. Just follow the recommended hook size on your yarn label, or go up a hook size if you want a looser, more drapey fabric. This works especially well for blankets and garments.

If you’re making a baby blanket, a soft acrylic or cotton blend works really nicely.

Pro Tip for a Neat Start

Starting with a foundation row of single crochet instead of working directly into the chain gives you a much cleaner edge.

This is especially helpful because the stitch involves skipping multiple stitches, and it keeps everything looking neat and even.

Drunken Granny Stitch Video Tutorial

If you prefer to learn visually, you can follow along with the full video tutorial. It makes it much easier to see exactly where to place your stitches and how the clusters are formed.

Drunken Granny Stitch Written Pattern (US Terms)

Abbreviations

ch – chain

sc – single crochet

dc – double crochet

st(s) – stitch(es)

sk – skip

Pattern Notes:

• Ch3 at the start of a row counts as a dc
• Work a multiple of 5 + 1 for your foundation chain
• Clusters are worked into stitches on the setup row, then into chain spaces on repeat rows

How to Crochet the Drunken Granny Stitch

Chain a multiple of 5 to your desired width, then add 1 extra chain.

Row 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn.

Row 2 ch3, sk next st, (4 dc, ch3, 1 dc) in next st, [sk4, (4 dc, ch3, 1 dc) in next st] repeat across until last 2 sts, ending with sk1, dc in last st. Turn.

Row 3 ch3, (4 dc, ch3, 1 dc) in each ch3 space across, dc in top ch3. Turn.

Repeat Row 3 until your project reaches your desired length.

Tips for the Best Results

• Use a slightly larger hook for a softer, more drapey fabric
• Keep your tension even
• Use stitch markers if you’re new to skipping stitches
• Block your finished piece to really open up the texture

Final Thoughts on the Drunken Granny Stitch

The Drunken Granny Stitch is a brilliant choice if you want an easy crochet stitch that still looks unique. It’s quick, beginner-friendly, and creates a beautiful open texture that works perfectly for blankets, scarves, and lightweight garments.

If you love simple crochet stitches with a bit of interest, this is definitely one to add to your go-to list.

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