How to Crochet a Granny Square motif for beginners – video tutorial. This free crochet granny square pattern provides detailed step-by-step instructions so You can learn how to make a classic motif. For crochet beginner's, it will introduce the weave of simple basic: a center-ring chain, single crochet, double crochet, slip and puff stitches. A Puff stitch. To crochet a puff stitch, you half-close several stitches worked in the same stitch and then join them together to finish the stitch.