Inside Crochet
Ideal as the building blocks for blankets, cushions, scarves and even garments, and perfect for stashbusting, the granny square is a crochet classic. This new collection offers a huge library of different designs, with stripes, texture and flowers all well represented. There's also a large number of shaped motifs such as hexagons and circles, plus freestanding flower motifs. A great resource for the curious crocheter.
Slip Knot Issue 190
I have to say, my first thought when I saw this book was, 'Oh, goodness! Not another granny squares book?' And indeed, I have seen a few books on granny squares come and go over the years. But I put aside my jaded attitude and gave this new one the once over. It claims to offer 100 granny squares, [...] I had a go at the Cathedral Square (p. 92) as it looked a bit different and, in my view, properly qualified!
Anyway, once I'd got over myself, I could concede that this book might be useful, even inspiring, for a beginner. It contains all the old favourites, and as mentioned, quite a few introductions to crochet stitches that will work up into a square, as well as motifs worked in the round that don't, actually, make squares at all; that is, hexagons, diamonds, triangles, flowers and circles. I guess it begs the question, what makes a granny square swatch a "granny square"?' (And a little humility perhaps? As who am I to decide what is, and isn't, a Granny Square?) I'd be interested to know what Guild members have to say on this solemn debate!
But my last word should be on the book, which I don't doubt could serve as a great resource for anyone just getting into my favourite craft, enabling a fun way to practise all the basics and skill up to the next level.
