Granny square motif

Crochet a Granny Square

Crochet a Granny Square

Learn How to Crochet a  Granny Square Motif in less than half an hour. In this newly released video, step by step instructions show you how to start in the center, change colors, and finish each round of this classic motif, stitch by stitch.  And find tips and tricks sprinkled throughout the lesson! This video is the second in a series to make a granny square afghan.  

Near and dear to many a crocheter’s heart, the traditional crocheted granny square motif is simply addicting! Once you learn it, you will love it too! 

One of the most recognizable single patterns in existence today, historians trace it back to the 1890’s.  Originally called “patchwork crochet”, Weldon and Company deliberately designed the motif to use up small amounts of scrap yarn.  When assembled, the motifs become larger usable pieces such as afghans and clothing. 

As a bonus, download the free written instructions for the granny square motif and follow along as you watch the video.

Whether you crochet-along with this series of five videos or watch and crochet later, each video takes you one step closer. Tips, tricks and hints from 50 years of experience are scattered throughout the series. Starting with planning the afghan. Move on to crocheting the motifs. Layout the pieces and pack them up in a way that makes it easy to transport and assemble. Then the fun begins with a tried and true method to crochet the pieces together in record time! The final video shows you how to finish the granny square afghan with a very professional yet easy border! Five videos that take you through step-by-step instruction so that you can make your own scrap-happy granny square afghan!

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