Learn To Crochet Granny Squares And Flower Motifs

Granny squares are the perfect crochet project for beginners. They are easy to learn and quick to complete. With full instructions for all the techniques you will need at the start, followed by 25 lovely patterns to put your newly-learned skills to use, Learn to Crochet Granny Squares and Flower Motifs is the perfect book for beginners, and near-beginners who want to expand their repertoire. The repetition of stitches and patterns within granny squares is perfect for mastering the basics, and the squares can then be made up into all sorts of useful and beautiful things, from scarves and blankets to bags and cushion covers. Once you've got the hang of squares, branch out into hexagons and triangles, and then into flower motifs – the combinations of shape, colour and pattern are almost endless. Best of all, you can use up all sorts of yarn from your stash as you practise until your squares are perfect.

Granny squares are the perfect crochet project for beginners. They are easy to learn and quick to complete. With full instructions for all the techniques you will need at the start, followed by 25 lovely patterns to put your newly-learned skills to use, Learn to Crochet Granny Squares and Flower Motifs is the perfect book for beginners, and near-beginners who want to expand their repertoire. The repetition of stitches and patterns within granny squares is perfect for mastering the basics, and the squares can then be made up into all sorts of useful and beautiful things, from scarves and blankets to bags and cushion covers. Once you've got the hang of squares, branch out into hexagons and triangles, and then into flower motifs – the combinations of shape, colour and pattern are almost endless. Best of all, you can use up all sorts of yarn from your stash as you practise until your squares are perfect.

Following the continuing success of The Granny Square Book, Margaret Hubert presents 50 all-new granny squares with a botanical theme and demonstrates their versatility with 15 new projects.

Granny Square Flair is a collection of 50 variations on the classic crochet square. With innovative techniques and inventive combinations of basic stitches, Granny Square Flair is an essential addition to every crochet reference library. Inside you'll find... 50 crochet square patterns in both chart and written format. At least 3 colour options for each of the 50 patterns. Hints and tips for seamless crochet and how to make your crochet sing. Joining options. 11 projects you can make with everything explained. Guidance on making your own projects from choosing patterns to planning layout as well as choosing yarn and calculating yarn requirements. Glossary of all stitches and techniques used with full explanations. With Granny Square Flair at your side as your indispensable crochet companion, you and the special people in your life will be wrapped in crochet love that is distinctly yours.

Discover the world of granny squares with this imaginative book. Eight basic granny square designs are presented and then fashioned into 20 stunning projects for the home.

If you have ever admired Granny Square afghans and throws, and wanted to learn how to crochet them, then Granny Square Basics: Learn How to Crochet and Join Granny Square Motifs, by Violet Henderson is the book for you. In this informative and easy to understand book Violet guides you through learning the basics of crochet and how to crochet Granny Squares. She also includes a chapter on joining methods and gives you pointers and tips on edging options. To begin Violet teaches the basics of crochet. She explains and illustrates basic stitches and techniques.* Chain Stitch* Single Crochet* Double Crochet* Treble Crochet* Front and Back Post Stitches* Slip Stitch* How to Fasten on a New Color* How to Weave in Tails SecurelyIf you are new to crochet this chapter gives you all of the skills you need to crochet Granny Squares and many other crochet projects. If you are more advanced, this chapter will still serve you as a reference and refresher of basic skills and techniques. Next Violet moves onto Granny Square basics. She explains their construction and gives you a step by step tutorial on crocheting your very first Granny Square. Each step includes easy to understand written instructions along with large clear images. Once you have learned how to crochet a traditional Granny Square, Violet guides you through learning the solid Granny. Solid Granny Squares are a great way to add texture and interest to your Granny Square projects. To complete her lessons Violet then teaches you how to join your squares. She covers the whip stitch join, single crochet join, slip stitch join, and the fun and challenging join as you go method. Each step is explained for the beginner and includes large clear images so you can learn these skills easily. Violet even includes tips on edging your project complete with two edging patterns; the scallop edging and the shell edging.This book has everything you need to begin crochet and create beautiful and creative Granny Square projects. Don't miss out on this book. It will be sure to be a favorite in your crochet library. Get your copy today!

Are you searching for some simple but lovely granny square patterns you can make as a beginner? If your answer is yes, then this book is all you need! There are several reasons why granny squares are very popular today. First off, crocheting them does not require much, nor is it difficult. With a bit of practice and patience, beginners can learn the techniques and skills needed to make a granny square, as it's usually among the first projects beginners start making while they learn how to crochet. The second reason is that granny squares are easy to personalize. You can alter any aspect of the design to suit your needs, including the colors, size, and shape. Once you have mastered crocheting the basic granny square pattern, the pattern can be expanded upon by joining a bunch of the squares to crochet a variety of essential and decorative pieces such as afghans or blankets, tote bags, hats, placements, etc., making them a multipurpose craft that adds a pop of color and flair to your home and wardrobe. In this book, I'll discuss some simple granny square crochet patterns that are ideal for you as a beginner and all you'd need to get started. Below are some of the highlights discussed in this book; 1. Essential supplies needed to crochet a granny square 2. Basic crochet stitches used to make the granny square patterns 3. Methods of starting off your granny square pattern 4. Changing yarn colors in your granny square pattern 5. Keeping your granny square in shape 6. 6 beginner granny square patterns you can start right away …and so much more! So, what more are you waiting for? Get a copy of this book RIGHT NOW to get started

This updated second edition of The Granny Square Book features 25 brand new squares, and 25 all-new projects to make. Beginners welcome! Margaret Hubert makes learning to crochet easy. Since it was first published in 2011, The Granny Square Book has instructed and inspired more than 70,000 crocheters to make and create beautiful, stylish projects with these classic motifs. Now designer and author Margaret Hubert has updated her bestselling and beloved book to include 25 additional crochet squares (for a total of 100!) and 25 all-new projects to make, wear, and give. Margaret shows the evolution of the granny square, how it can be used and interpreted in different ways with different yarns, and how today's crocheter can design her own projects using the granny squares of her choice with the yarn choices of today. Among the designs are accessories (headbands, bags, and jewelry); garments (vests, jackets, and tops); and decorative items and gifts (afghans, pillows, and a sweater set for baby). The Granny Square Book, Second Edition, offers crocheters at all skill levels more, and more to love about, this timeless motif.