How many granny squares do I need for a blanket?

(There are also links to the four-part video in the pattern.) Typical Blanket Sizes: A baby blanket (at 42” square), will require 49 granny square blocks (7 blocks by 7 blocks). A throw blanket (at 48” x 66”) will require 88 granny squares (8 blocks by 11 blocks).

What type of yarn is best for granny squares?

Round up to the nearest whole number: this is the number of balls of each color you need to buy. Cotton is a common choice for crochet work. The fiber comes from the seedpod-the “boll”-when it bursts open. Cotton with long fibers is prized as the best quality because it produces a smooth, strong yarn when spun.

Do you need to block granny squares?

Blocking is imperative when making a set of identical small pieces (like Granny Squares) that will be sewn together to make a larger piece such as an afghan. Blocking crochet pieces before you sew them together ensures that all of your pieces are the same dimension. Believe it or not, your mood can affect your tension.

How many granny squares do I need for a sweater?

You should have 14 granny squares along the top and bottom of the cardigan, 3 granny squares for each armhole and 6 granny squares seamed together each side to form the sleeves.

What kind of Stitch do you use to join granny squares?

Flat Slip Stitch is one of the methods to join up the granny squares. It gives a flat yet clearly defined lines that framed up the squares.

Is it possible to join squares with slip stitch?

Because the slip stitch join is asymmetrical, you should work from the “wrong” side. Technically, it would be possible to join the squares from the right side of the work, but the asymmetry won’t be noticeable from the wrong side, whereas it would be on the front.

What’s the difference between invisible join and slip stitch join?

The needle’s entry point is slightly different; hence, it will show both loops of the square on the front side. The end result is something similar to Flat Slip Stitch Join, but the seam line is not obvious; that’s why it is called Invisible Join. This is perfect if you are looking to mimic the joint into the squares.

What do you use to join squares with crochet?

To crochet the join, you’ll use a yarn color that matches your squares. The demonstration uses a contrasting color so the work is visible. But for joining these squares permanently, you would choose a color used in the outermost rounds of the squares. Since the slip stitch join is asymmetrical, work from the wrong side.