Mosaic Crochet Granny Square 1

This geometric granny square is worked from the center outward in 14 rounds using the overlay mosaic crochet technique. Two colors alternate every round without cutting the yarn. The design is built around three evenly spaced rings of alternating double crochet — at rounds 6, 10, and 14 — with all remaining rounds worked entirely in single crochet. This makes Pattern 1 the most beginner-friendly square in the Basic Mosaic Collection. Only 3 out of 14 rounds include double crochet. The rhythm is easy to follow and ideal for anyone learning the overlay mosaic technique for the first time. The written pattern includes a full row-by-row description with stitch notation for all 14 rounds, plus notes on corners, joins, and an alternative center method.