Athena 12" Square

This unique granny square has loads of texture and lots of color. This is the first pattern in the [You've Got Options Crochet Along][1] with 12 free patterns for for granny squares with 6" and 12" variations! > **This pattern is available for FREE on my blog [HERE][2].** > > The free version is supported by > advertising on my website. The > downloadable PDF for sale on Ravelry > includes the full pattern in one > printable file without advertisements. **Skills Used** Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, half double crochet single crochet, slip stitch, treble crochet Crocheting in the round, increasing, changing colors Crocheting in the back loop (includes link to video tutorial) Crocheting in chain spaces (includes video tutorial) Special stitches: bob, pf (with written instructions and video tutorials in pattern) **Skill Level** Easy **Finished Size** 12" Square. **Materials** [Lion Brand Vanna's Choice][3] yarn (100% acrylic, 3.5 oz/100 g, 170 yd/156 m) – 1 skein each in 180E Cranberry (CA), 101A Pink (CB), and 100 White (CC), *or approximately 36 (33 m) in CA, 65 yd (59.5 m) in CB, and 40 yd (36.5 m) in CC in any medium weight yarn*. US Size I-9/5.5 mm crochet hook, *or any size needed to obtain correct gauge*. Locking stitch marker or scrap yarn (optional). Yarn needle. **Gauge** Through Round 3 = 4" (10 cm) square in pattern. *Exact gauge is not critical for this project.* [1]: https://undergroundcrafter.com/2026/01/05/2026-youve-got-options-cal/ [2]: https://undergroundcrafter.com/2026/01/05/athena-unique-granny-squares-patterns/ [3]: https://lionbrand.sjv.io/XmZAyG