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Simple crochet bonding squares that even beginners can do! Place one square with the precious little one in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the other with the baby’s parent(s) and then swapped them every 12 – 24 hours … Read More...

Granny hexagons are a super fun way to use up your yarn stash! Plus, they are extremely versatile. You can use them to make blankets, bags, coats, and more. Think of all the various designs you can do, especially since … Read More...

Double crochet granny triangles make up these fun kitchen items, putting a more modern shape to an old classic. If you’ve crocheted granny squares you’ll have no problem with granny triangles, but if this is your first time the pattern … Read More...

A pretty granny square ripple tree skirt and 3 ornaments are included in this pattern. The tree skirt is made using worsted-weight yarn and a size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook.

The ornaments ae made using Universal Yarn Nazli Gelin Garden size … Read More...

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Deck your tree with an abundance of quick-to-complete Christmas cubes! Composed of granny squares, they’re great for package tie-ons and or tiny gifts all by themselves. To form each … Read More...

The granny square is one of the most widely used patterns in crochetdom.  I have a friend who ONLY crochets the granny square, creating a single large square pattern for a baby afghan or a full size afghan.  She … Read More...

Granny Squares are a perpetual favorite.  Here is a nice way to finish off those projects with a pretty edging.  It’s pretty simple

but quite effective.  Find the tutorial here.

I also like the way Lucy finishes her … Read More...

Here’s another very quick and attractive idea that doesn’t require a pattern or tutorial.  Using Hindustanka’s pictures, you can make one of these for yourself.  I’d like to see a set of three of them framed and hung on … Read More...

The Granny Square is one of the time-honored basics of crochet.  It is both a boon and a curse.  It’s a boon because it is so flexible in design and is a great way to ‘stash bust’.  It’s also a … Read More...

I absolutely adore this new little book, “Granny Square Love” by Sarah London.  London has definitely lived up to the cover’s subtitle, ‘A New Twist On A Crochet Classic For Your Home’.  In addition to the … Read More...

This pattern is for a 12 inch square.  I like the idea, but…….

instead of making a square, I’d simply make a full babyghan using this idea and a standard granny square pattern like this one:

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I had to share this little cutie from the hands of Sara – the Creative Jewish Mom.  She always has something creatively cooking at her place.  This simple vest easily adapts to different sizes and would be perfect for … Read More...

If you’ve been reading this blog for any time, you know that I’m not a fan of joining a lot of motifs. However, every now and then, I run across squares (or other motifs) that make it worth the effort … Read More...

I took the first of a series of ‘Advanced Crochet’ classes last night at Knit and Caboodle in St. Charles, Missouri with the lovely Christina Marie Potter as the teacher.  I was one of the more ‘advanced’ students (which is … Read More...

Here’s a republication of my May 15 post with rules and blocks. You have about TWO WEEKS left to go on this contest.  I have a BUNCH of new crochet leaflets and other mags (& maybe some yarn) from my … Read More...

Would you carry a sign that said ‘Strips for Yarn’? Not!!

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Those MAM (mile a minute) translate to Mile a Millenium for me! I just can’t get into them. I like the look and always fool myself into … Read More...

This pattern from Knits N’ Knots (Janine Myska) is an absolute gem. As an intermediate crocheter, I found the instructions clear and easy to follow, allowing me to create a stylish and practical tote bag with ease.

One of the … Read More...