Alba Square

This 8” granny square uses post stitches to add texture. This is the first square in the [fourth edition of Granny Square Month][1]. Join the Crochet Along for 30 free crochet patterns for 8" granny squares by 21 designers! > **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, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, slip stitch Crocheting in the round, crocheting in chain spaces, increasing Special stitches: FPdc, FPsc (includes written instructions and video tutorials in pattern) **Skill Level** Easy **Finished Size** Motif: 8” (20.5 cm) square. **Materials** [Herrschners Worsted 8 Wildflowers][3] yarn (100% acrylic, 8 oz/226 g, 489 yd/448 m) – 1 skein each in Dandelion (CA), Bluet (CB), and Wildflowers (CC), *or approximately 25 yd (23 m) in CA and 10 yd (9 m) each in CB and CC in any medium weight yarn*. US Size I-9/5.5 mm crochet hook, *or any size needed to obtain correct gauge*. Yarn needle. **Gauge** Finished Square = 8” (20.5 cm) square in pattern. *Exact gauge is not critical for this pattern.* [1]: https://undergroundcrafter.com/2026/05/29/2026-granny-square-month-crochet-along/ [2]: https://undergroundcrafter.com/2026/05/31/alba-8-square-crochet-pattern/ [3]: https://tidd.ly/43pLxn3