Geometric granny square

crochet video-Picnic Perfection: Granny Square Picnic Blanket Pattern

These crochet squares are a little twist on the classic solid granny square!

Crocheted blocks of color made up into garage-sale afghans and late-hippie-era skirts and vests bring the 1970s to mind, but the truth is that granny squares have been a mainstay of American needlecraft for over one hundred years. Information about their origins is scarce, but most sources suggest that granny squares were first made by thrifty settlers faced with a dearth of warm textiles.Yarn was difficult to come by in the early days of our country; too expensive to be wasted, it had to…

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The Mosaic Granny Square Pattern is a crochet technique that creates a visually striking square featuring intricate geometric designs.

Learn how to crochet a simple granny pentagon with this free step-by-step tutorial! Have fun combining your granny squares with different geometric shapes including the pentagon. In this tutorial, we’ll first take a look at the basic pattern in one solid color, and then, we’ll add a bit of fun and learn how to join a new yarn color to crochet a multicolored pentagon. Tap on the pin to get to the free pattern tutorial!

This blanket uses solid granny squares which are made using the tapestry crochet technique. The squares join together to make a striking geometric pattern of colourful diamonds.

Crochet Squares are something I really love, because you can make a lot of things out of them! For instance blankies, pillows and wraps!

Hi folks. Did your solid grannies work out? I bet they did. You’re clever! Before we get started, the last part was tricky for some of you beginners – particularly the changes I suggested you make. Please don’t stress if it was all too hard. As long as you got 3 solid grannys done, you’ll […]

Learn how to crochet this gorgeous granny square - using simple colour work to dramatically change how your square looks! All you need is 2 contrasting colours to create this beautiful mosaic tile effect crochet square. Watch the full step by step video tutorial below or alternatively, keep scro