Crocheted granny squares are more popular than ever, and this practical guide by the skilled and popular author Lynne Rowe, has everything you need to know about how to crochet granny squares and become a crochet granny square expert and how incorporate them into a range of projects such as clothes, blankets or accessories. There are full step-by-step instructions and full colour photography for all the main granny square patterns including solid colour, multi-coloured, and graduated squares. There are also tutorials for variations on the traditional granny square including African flower hexagon, lace squares, mitred, circle centre and drunken granny square as well as many more. There are step-by-step instructions and photographs for all the stitches that are used, as well as for other techniques such as joining in the round, and the adjustable loop method. There are also detailed instructions for all the different joining methods including ‘join as you go’ and double crochet join, as well as advice on how to combine colours to get exciting and unusual results. To get you underway, there are 10 projects designed to illustrate the techniques, including popular makes such as a bucket hat, tote bag, blanket and project bag, With this ultimate sourcebook for crocheting granny squares, you will be fulfilling all your granny square dreams! Patterns Includes a range of granny square motifs, and 10 full projects including: Free Spirit Wallhanging, Sweet and Simple Lap Blanket, Vivid Rainbow Triangle Bunting, Blue Skies Hexie Cardigan, Octagon Pin Cushion, Bright Squares Baby Blanket, Daisy garden Snug Cowl, Dotty Days Tote Bag, Cute and Cozy Tasseled Scarf, Radiant Star Cushion. About Lynne Rowe Lynne Rowe is a very experienced author, technical editor and designer with a number of crochet and knitting titles to her name. Lynne was taught to knit and crochet by her grandmother in her early childhood and has been hooked ever since. She has developed a wide range of specialist skills and loves to pass these on to others through her workshops and classes. She is best known for her whimsical designs which feature regularly in the UK’s most popular craft magazines, along with articles and technical guides. Her practical approach makes her patterns straightforward, easy to read and fun to make and her aim is to encourage as many people as possible to knit and crochet.
