The Granny Square Book: Timeless Techniques and Fresh Ideas for Crocheting Square by Square

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The granny square is made from basic crochet stitches. Here are the abbreviations used in this pattern. Other crochet squares worked in the round. Many people call these granny squares, too. Or variations – for example, a flower in the center might be called a floral granny square. Hexagon Granny Square:This granny square is very similar to the classic granny square pattern, but it’s made in the shape of a hexagon. Second, they are easy to customize and make your own. You can change the colors, the size, the shape, really anything you like!

The third option is called the magic ring, also known as the magic circle technique. This method will give you a tight center with no holes or gaps. You can add more rounds to make the granny square are big as you like. To make bigger squares, repeat rounds 3 and 4 until you reach the desired size. Finishing the Granny SquareMargaret shows the evolution of this portable and convenient technique of crocheting square by square as well as its amazing versatility and variety—how it can be used to make almost anything and interpreted in countless ways with different yarns. Among the designs are:

Patterns using Granny Squares: You may find some granny square patterns for curtains, blankets, and bags in these crochet books as well. And there you go! You’ve just finished a classic crochet granny square! Changing Colors in Granny Squares

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Granny Square Flair is not just a reference book. I have included full instructions for 11 beautiful projects made with motifs from the book. I also walk you through using the patterns to design your own projects, including estimating yarn requirements, combining patterns and colour inspiration. Melbourne Wrap by Shelley Husband from Granny Square Flair. Awesome photography by Jo O’Keefe. Here are some of the most common questions we get about granny squares. What is the best size crochet hook for granny squares? Designing granny squares is my jam. It’s what I love to do most and so my book, Granny Square Flair, has fifty 6″ granny square patterns for you to play with. UPDATE OCTOBER 2019! The Granny Square Book: Second Edition: Timeless Techniques & Fresh Ideas for Crocheting Square by Square is the revised edition of Margaret Hubert’s 2011 book, The Granny Square Book, which I previously reviewed. Most of the information from my original review still applies, such as my description of the book as “An ode to the granny square…along with tips for construction, design, and finishing touches. Uses U.S. pattern abbreviations for motifs and projects, and international stitch symbols for motifs.” However, the new edition has added 25 motifs, so the book now includes 100 (rather than 75) motif patterns.