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Crocheting: Colourful Granny
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Colourful Granny

Is this your project? Can you share instructions or a pattern with the Craftsy community?
Category: Crocheting

Type of item: Functional

For: Home

Style: Ethnic

Materials

Wool

What was your inspiration?

Again, my Mom, she taught me how to crochet last year - age 37, after knitting since I was 7, crochet is now my thing!

What are you most proud of?

Useful items shown in my home - for everyone to see.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Have fun, it's so easy.

 

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maninut on craftsy.com
maninut
Feb 23, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I have made granny afghans and ponchos. This is the most beautiful version I have ever seen. Any chance you would share the pattern and colors chosen? I would be most appreciative!
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grannysquares
Feb 19, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
My Grandma made granny square afghans for everyone in our family who got married. It was the one wedding gift I was really looking forward to. Unfortunately, by the time I was old enough to marry, Grandma couldn't make them any more. However, she HAD made one for my mother when she married my stepfather, and after Mom died, my sister gave me that afghan! When I was a kid, I didn't know you could crochet anything else! Grandma always had a pile of granny squares going for the next afghan. Granny squares of any size in lots of colors are still my favorite crocheted thing in the world. :) I love your afghan.
Sabrina210 on craftsy.com
Sabrina210
Jan 15, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This is my kind of afghan...colorful! Love it!!! What method did you use for joining your squares?
const56 on craftsy.com
const56
Sep 06, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I love Granny squares- I never tire of making them- just found a pattern for Triangle Granny's totally awesome- they are so easy , especiallly for a beginner.
wpenn 69401 on craftsy.com
wpenn 69401
Aug 03, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
thanks for this granny squre afgan,never made one but this seems easy ,thank you.
jpro11261141 on craftsy.com
jpro11261141
Jul 24, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful!!!
Fariba Deravi on craftsy.com
Fariba Deravi
Jul 18, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
This is like a piece of Art Work. Is it possible that you share the pattern with us along with the colors.
Rondia on craftsy.com
Rondia
Jul 14, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Where can I find the pattern for this beautiful throw and what brand/fiber of yarn was used?
ksclement22 on craftsy.com
ksclement22
Jul 10, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I would love to have the pattern and the yarn used for this granny square afghan. It's beautiful!
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regalhen40716
Jul 02, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Been doing granny squares for many years but your afghan is beyond beautifu. It has something to do with the colors. I just can't put my finger on it yet...Anyway, mine doesn't look nearly as pretty as yours. It's the colors, I'm thinking....
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Dragon Photos
Jun 30, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I am not long crocheting myself only started a few months ago and this looks great i would love to learn how to do it. if you have any simple patterns could you please pass them on to me i always want to try different things i mainly use aran or double knit wool thanks alison. alisonsdragonphotography@gmail.com
medl37731208 on craftsy.com
medl37731208
Jun 18, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Pretty, did you sew together or crochet together?
kburney30496 on craftsy.com
kburney30496
Jun 17, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Love it, so how do I make it?
FlDebra on craftsy.com
FlDebra
Jun 13, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Yours is beautiful by the way!
FlDebra on craftsy.com
FlDebra
Jun 13, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Nothing says crochet better than a Granny square afghan! Love them all -- they make me feel snug, warm & loved! I love to make them too as a granny square just sort of works itself and you can enjoy a movie or chat with family/friends while you crochet.
Judith 186 on craftsy.com
Judith 186
Oct 22, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
I love the colours that you can incorporate in it, which also can show what nood you are in or just to use up scraps of wool and as you s they keep you suggly warm on a cold day x
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Marilyn Cora
Jun 07, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Love it!! Great job!
Rebecca39 on craftsy.com
Rebecca39
Jun 03, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I made one like that for my daughters bed she was so pleased with it.
4utheworld on craftsy.com
4utheworld
May 31, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Gorgeous! I'm going to try it next!
olawunmi422489 on craftsy.com
olawunmi422489
May 30, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
looks so comfy and colourful
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Thank you for all the lovely comments, It's so nice to share!
IlaBrooks on craftsy.com
IlaBrooks
May 28, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I can make the granny squares but can not understand how to put them together
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
I just sewed these together!
Rebecca39 on craftsy.com
Rebecca39
Jun 03, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
The are two ways to do that just email me at raphaellafielding139@hotmail.co.uk and i send you instructions ok. Look forward to hearing from you soon.
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pmkayvan
May 28, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Hobbobbyl leftb tpwn does anyone know where an buy a atteren bok for knitt or chrochett slipers?
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pmkayvan
May 28, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Good job!This spread isso pretty. .When I was new to crochetting over 35 years ago. I made one granny square bedspread with larger squares likeyours. Then my 2nd one was made with the traditional 5 round last round in black of course. I loved to sleep under them in the winter. Keep up the good work.
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you so much!
keri2dog on craftsy.com
keri2dog
May 25, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
sorry should have been HOPE !!
keri2dog on craftsy.com
keri2dog
May 25, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
lovely job hipe you enjoy it for many years
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
I hope so to! :)
Howie on craftsy.com
Howie
May 25, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Absolutely LOVE your choice of colors! My hubby just walked by my computer and said, "Hey that's a nice afghan! The granny squares look nice and big!" His mom was into crocheting (and lots of other crafts), just like me! Thanks for sharing!
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you for the lovely comments! I want to do bigger squares next time!
Mareabav on craftsy.com
Mareabav
May 25, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Where can I find a pattern for granny squares? I would like to learn how to do them, I'm just starting and have done a couple of afghans that were simply double or triple crocheting but would like to learn granny squares! Any suggestions?
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
I will google it as I didn't have a pattern, Mom just showed me! LOL
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sharondai24715
Jun 03, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
I am also trying to learn granny squares again, taught to me by granny years ago. can anyone tell me how to get started again. ur blanket is gorgouse, just beautiful
Scotty on craftsy.com
Scotty
May 25, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
The colours are so nice - I love making a granny afghan when my kids want a quick blanket.
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leahelliott
May 24, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
This may be a dumb question but are the patterns for these projects available?
Scotty on craftsy.com
Scotty
May 25, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
this is just a basic granny square - make several and then connect them together
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
I am sure they are easy to find - hobby stores that sell wool usually have lots of patterns. My Mom taught me this - without use of a pattern, it's so easy, I will google it and see what I find.
aleidar21191 on craftsy.com
aleidar21191
May 24, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
My Mom taught me to knit & Crochet I have knitted 7 baby blankets for co-workers
Marius on craftsy.com
Marius
May 24, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I actually taught my Mum to crochet when I was 14 she was 44 then the 60's. This was one of her favourite patterns...She was a great knitter and most of our jumpers, cardigans were here creations...She crocheted lots of baby blankets and blankets for old folks homes..
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Just love learning new patterns & crafts!
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irena_iv_atanasova
May 24, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
! , .../ Wonderful, colorful and very nice!
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks!
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granni
May 24, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
This is one of the prettiest granny square afghans that i've seen.
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Wow, thank you :)
sapheyerblu on craftsy.com
sapheyerblu
May 24, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Very pretty and don't feel bad, I didn't learn to do a Granny Square until a few months ago and I'm 42. I've never been a knitter, but have been crocheting since I was a kid. This one is awesome.
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks so much!
lalongoria on craftsy.com
lalongoria
May 23, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Granny Squares were my first and still my favorite thing to crochet! I love to make scrap-yarn afghans and have made many different "Grannys" over the years, but never one like this! Thanks for the creative Idea ;-)
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
It's a pleasure :)
CariLynn on craftsy.com
CariLynn
May 21, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I love this and the colors you chose are perfect.
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you :)
mjwirt18063 on craftsy.com
mjwirt18063
May 20, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
love it
Lesley-Anne on craftsy.com
Lesley-Anne
May 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks!

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