How to Read a Graphgan Chart: A Beginner’s Guide
A graphgan chart is simply a grid where each square is one crochet block or stitch of a certain colour. Once you understand the grid, you can crochet any picture, from a fox to a rainbow.
What the grid means
Each square equals one block in C2C or one stitch in tapestry crochet. The colours in the grid are the colours you crochet.
Which way to read it
- C2C is read diagonally, corner to corner
- Tapestry crochet is read row by row, alternating direction each row
- Odd rows usually read right to left, even rows left to right
Counting and colour changes
Count the squares of each colour before you start a row so you know when to switch yarn. Carrying the unused colour behind your work keeps the back tidy.
Tips for success
- Use a row counter or tick each row off the chart
- Wind small bobbins for each colour
- Keep your tension even so the picture stays square
Frequently asked questions
Can I turn any image into a graphgan?
Yes. Simple, high-contrast images with clear shapes convert best into a readable pixel grid.
