Les Techniques du Crochet. Summer Garden Granny Square. I love making Granny Squares.
There's just something about creating little stacks of them that is hugely satisfying. They are versatile, and easy for beginners to learn because the basic stitches and method of working "in the round" are simple to get to grips with. It's how I first learnt to crochet 18 months ago, and I still get a huge amount of pleasure from making granny squares. This particular square, which I am calling my Summer Garden Granny Square, is my own pattern. It came about after I had an idea of making squares for a blanket, which when all assembled together would resemble a garden blooming with summer flowers. So :: For my blanket squares (pictured above) I'm using a DK weight pure wool, with a 4mm hook. I'm going to write the pattern in UK crochet terms where the main stitch is a UK Treble.
Stitches used are as follows: sl st (slip stitch) :: insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch, then through the loop on your hook. To Start :: I know. Granny Square Tutorials. As if I didn’t have enough projects started around the house, I’ve embarked on a HUGE new endeavor– Learning how to make granny squares and creating a granny square blanket.
I know– seems a little lofty for a such a novice like myself, but I’m really excited about it. Right now I’m practicing and I have to admit– I LOVE it. I’m playing around with two different styles of squares that seem pretty easy (I’m still learning how to read patterns) and different color combos. In the meantime, here are some fabulous granny square tutorials for you to check out and try! Purl bee- granny squares Summer Garden Granny Square from Attic 24 Heart Granny Square from Lilley Stitches Crochet School: How to Make a Granny Square from Meet me at Mikes Granny Square Joining Tutrorial on Carina’s Craft Blog How to crochet a blanket from yvestown If you’re working on a project or know of any other awesome tutorials out there– I’d love to see it! Have a great day! -April Like this: Like Loading... Crochet School : Lesson 4 : Magically Turn 8 Chain Stitches Into a Crocheted Ring. Hi!
OK. I know I said that treble stitch was next.. but let's just launch into making a granny square on the hop, shall we?! The centre of the granny square is formed by : 1. Making a slip knot 2. So here we go :: Make your slip knot and then chain 8 stitches, please. Now do this.... And then begin your first round by doing this.... Hope this is all making sense so far! How To Treble Stitch and A Simple Guide to The Stitch Pattern of A Granny Square! If you are a smarty pants and want to skip ahead : Do this after you've done the above to make your first round: More helpful instruction here. *We're talking AUSTRALIAN/UK Treble Stitch. If that's all gobbledy gook to you, then hang in there. Comments comments.