As a beginner, you may find it hard to control the tension gauge as you’re still exploring how to grip your hook. The number of granny squares you’ll need to crochet will also depend on whether you’re using a smaller hook or a larger hook and the type of yarn you’re using.

You can put together the granny squares in countless different ways getting amazing crocheted stuff each time! A standard baby blanket is approximately 30 – 40 inches square (76cm – 100cm) but you may find the blanket will get used for longer if it is a bit bigger. Imagine sipping your drink by the poolside and having this delicious and refreshing-looking crochet square block as a coaster. For example, the invisible join combines two squares without showing any seams, and the single crochet join provides a fun texture to the project. If you would like to purchase a printable, ad-free version of this crochet sheep granny square pattern (that also includes charts and conversions so that you can use this pattern along with my other animal squares), you can do so here.Apart from using them for classic blanket or towel projects, create exceptional stuffed animals or an African flower purse with your little hexies. All the squares that were designed by me can be made with the same hook and will match in terms of finished size and the number of stitches. A classic granny square takes about 15 minutes to finish, while a sunburst granny square may take up to 30 minutes. It uses worsted-weight yarn, so it's incredibly fluffy, but it also works with any other type of yarn. Scroll on down to learn more about the granny square, why it is a favorite crochet pattern of makers, and what you’ll need to make one, as well as patterns for all skill levels from beginners to more advanced.

Lionbrand have some good options (with decent color palettes), WeCrochet also have some beautiful cotton yarns (such as CotLin).If that is the case, to begin the square, you work into the back loops (the heart was worked into the front loops only and so the back loops are left to do the rest of the square). Each motif features a 3D element that is integral to the granny square design, rather than simply stitched on top of a square. At the beginning of the year I have been a part of an amazing crochet along where a group of designers put together 40 crochet square patterns to create a Friendship Blanket.