and all new projects, this new edition offers crocheters at all skill levels even more to love about granny squares.

It then moves on to a 10-page Crochet Basics section, which provides an overview of hooks; written instructions with process photos for basic crochet stitches, two decreases, working through the back loop, and six special stitches; information about gauge; and an overview of pattern reading, along with a list of U.If you loved these books, then take a look below to find more granny square motifs to make as well that are free here on the blog! The images are lovely and clear and the instructions are concise enough for beginners and more experienced crocheters. A wide range of yarn weights and fibers have been used for the projects, which demonstrates how wonderfully versatile granny squares can be.

The instructional information is very helpful for any crocheter who wants to take their skills to the next level. Summary: An ode to the granny square, with 75 motif patterns and 25 projects using granny squares, along with tips for construction, design, and finishing touches. The spiral binding isn't always my favourite because extra care is needed to avoid damaging the pages when flipping from page to page BUT it does sit perfectly flat which makes it easier to work from. It is therefore important that your browser is configured to accept cookies for your preferences to take effect.The Granny Square Book, Second Edition, offers crocheters at all skill levels more and more to love about this timeless motif. I used the book during a 1-1 crochet lesson with lovely Lindsay who I’ve been enjoying teaching… this was a real test for the pattern! Read the pattern one row at a time and look at the stitch chart for that row and compare it to the written word. DMC yarns as well as fancy yarns are used, all of which are readily available, and both US and UK crochet abbreviations are used throughout.

Wrap the yarn over the hook again (1) and draw it through two of the loops so there are now three loops on the hook (2).Beyond this treasury of 75 different granny square motifs, Margaret Hubert 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. Using the Tudor Rose design, crochet up a pair of arm warmers (fingerless gloves) made of four squares. Having been a knitter for years I thought I'd have a go at crocheting and this book is a prefect learning tool.

Die Größe ist auch super, es ist recht groß und man kann es so alles sehr gut erkennen und sich mit Klebezetteln markieren in der Häkelschrift, ohne zu verrutschen. This book uses the granny square to teach you how to read patterns, calculate yarn for a granny square project, and so much more. Keep in mind that anyone can view public collections - they may also appear in recommendations and other places. This updated second edition of The Granny Square Book features 25 brand new squares, and 25 all-new projects to make. Die Anleitungen sind auf englisch, allerdings hat man sich ja auch da schnell eingelesen und da ich eh lieber nach Häkelschrift arbeite, ist es nicht weiter relevant.

Also included are projects that show you how to make the squares into a simple baby blanket, arm warmers, a purse, a pin cushion, a mug cosy and a stylish pair of boot toppers. Along with the following guide to the stitches you may encounter, you will also find information about how crochet directions are written and how to interpret the stitch diagrams.