Features more than 70 contemporary "granny squares" in all shapes, sizes, colors and textures, along with fabulous finishing ideas.

Fire up your crochet hooks and get your granny on! This accessible guide includes clear instructions and a photo of each finished project. Adapted from the best-selling The Granny Square Book, Second Edition, Granny Square Crochet for Beginnersgives you everything you need to get started with crochet and to start making and creating projects with granny squares. Granny Squares for Beginners shows you how the easy technique of crocheting square by square is not only portable and convenient but is also amazingly versatile and can be interpreted in countless ways with different yarns. You’ll find: Easy essentials. Learn about basic supplies and stitches, easy techniques for making granny squares, and adding simple details and finishing. A rich collection of granny square patterns. Explore a wide range of designs, from classic geometrics to fun florals. Easy, beginner-level projects. The simple projects for accessories, garments, and gifts prove that granny squares can be used to make almost anything. Learn to crochet granny squares and create your own unique projects with Granny Square Crochet for Beginners.

Granny Square Flair is a collection of 50 variations on the classic crochet square. With innovative techniques and inventive combinations of basic stitches, Granny Square Flair is an essential addition to every crochet reference library. Inside you'll find... 50 crochet square patterns in both chart and written format. At least 3 colour options for each of the 50 patterns. Hints and tips for seamless crochet and how to make your crochet sing. Joining options. 11 projects you can make with everything explained. Guidance on making your own projects from choosing patterns to planning layout as well as choosing yarn and calculating yarn requirements. Glossary of all stitches and techniques used with full explanations. With Granny Square Flair at your side as your indispensable crochet companion, you and the special people in your life will be wrapped in crochet love that is distinctly yours.

Traditional or modern, vibrant or subtle, the possibilities of granny squares are endless They captivate tones and lines much like a yarn canvas and come together as snuggly blankets, soft cushions, smart garments and much more. This unique granny square collection combines the styles of 23 creative designers from all over the world, who each bring their best game to the table. With ample suggestions for captivating combinations, written instructions as well as clear graphs for every square in the book, stitch instructions and techniques for blocking and joining, this sourcebook goes above and beyond to show you the endless possibilities of granny square crochet. All motifs match in both size and stitch count, so they can easily be combined into stunning combinations, bringing you the best of this unbeaten crochet classic - 100 unique granny squares by 23 amazing designers - Each of the 100 squares can be mixed and matched with all others - Including charts and written out patterns in US terms for each square - Including basic crochet tutorials, instructions for blocking and joining - Advice on gorgeous square combinations - Clear photography - Beginner-friendly squares as well as challenging patterns for experienced crocheters

"Crochet these squares using worsted weight yarn, fine baby yarn, or chunky yarn. Depending on your mood, you can give a different look to every creation. There is no limit to what a granny square can become!" --

A step beyond the predictable colors and textures of the past, this new approach to crocheting is taken into the world of contemporary color and design. The 50 projects included will satisfy the demand for quality products by upscale crafters. Full color.

"Dozens of mix and match combos and fabulous projects"--Cover.

The biggest collection of crochet motifs. Period. Crocheters can never get enough of granny squares--the cheerful, colorful motifs that are the basis of countless afghans, pillows, and baby blankets. The Big Book of Granny Squares is just that--the most comprehensive collection to date. Readers will enjoy 365 unique squares with swatches and step-by-step written instructions for each granny square pattern. A lay-flat binding makes it easy for readers to check the crochet pattern while they work. Easy to use and inspirational, this is a go-to reference that crocheters will reach for again and again. Crocheters love granny squares and are sure to adore this--the biggest and best compendium of granny square patterns ever.

Directions for 31 projects from jackets to rugs are included, as are basic stitches, techniques, and creative ideas.