Clever Crochet Squares: Artistic Ways to Create Grannies and Dramatic Designs

Stunningly-designed granny squares that create dynamic and artistic patterns and optical effects.

Granny squares are a crochet classic for a reason: they're colorful, quick to work, and fun to make But the true potential of these dependable design standbys comes in the infinite possibilities offered by their patterning--and the manner in which they're combined. Here, Swedish crochet innovator and graphic designer Maria Gullberg explores a whole new side to the familiar squares, demonstrating how to create fresh, exciting projects by working and joining grannies in clever new ways to form fascinating textures, eye-catching color effects, and more

• Step-by-step instruction in stitches from foundation chain to treble crochet.
• Guidance in where and how to swap colors as you work.
• Tips and techniques for working, finishing, and joining granny squares.
• Dozens of adaptable and brilliantly patterned designs that create compelling, dramatic visual effects.

Author: Maria Gullberg
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
Published: 11/19/2019
Pages: 112
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 8.80h x 7.20w x 0.60d
ISBN13: 9781570769542
ISBN10: 1570769540
BISAC Categories:
- Crafts & Hobbies | Needlework | Crocheting
- Crafts & Hobbies | Fiber Arts & Textiles
- Crafts & Hobbies | Decorating