Classic Crochet: The Granny Stitch (DVD + Streaming)

Build on your crochet skills while learning one of the most iconic crochet stitches! Expert Tamara Kelly teaches you better crochet techniques while working through granny stitches and squares. Discover how to expand this classic stitch into many versatile shapes and join motifs for one-of-a-kind creations. Then, apply all the things you’ve learned in class as you work a deceptively simple garment.

NOTE: If you’d like to purchase only the DVD for this class, you may do so through this link. (Please note, any class PDF materials are not on the DVD itself. You must have streaming access to download those materials associated with the class.)

The Basic Granny Square (14:55)
Once you’re familiar with the fundamental stitch, it’s time to tackle your first square. Work through the basic square in a single color, then learn how to make a two-color version, playing with color along the way.

Making Better Grannies (17:48)
Now that you have the basic granny square under your belt, find out how to make it better. From a magic circle start that keeps your center tight to chainless stitches, Tamara gives your grannies a professional polish.

Shape Shifting (19:11)
Ready to think outside the box? In this lesson, learn how to make granny triangles, hexagons and octagons.

Joining Grannies (21:04)
Explore three different methods for joining motifs: sewn joins, simple crochet joins, and join-as-you-go.

Granny Square Vest (26:51)
This hooded vest is the perfect project to practice your new skills. It requires only granny squares and the granny stitch, and the simple shape comes together with clever seaming. Tamara guides you to make it stitch by stitch in this final lesson.

Tamara Kelly is the professional designer and blogger behind Moogly, a site dedicated to connecting the crochet community through patterns, tutorials and more. She has written for publications such as I like Crochet and Country Woman and is a proud member of the Crochet Guild of America. Tamara’s Awards include 2013 Craftsy Blogger Award for Best Tutorials, Yarn Box Top Crochet Designer of 2013 and 2013 Top Blogger on All Free Crochet Afghan Patterns.

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