Learn how to create a seam free, single sided Crochet Granny square for perfect results every time.
The humble Granny Square is the crochet staple of Nanna's everywhere, which is how it came to be known as a 'Granny Square'. Originally it was just called a crochet square.
The Granny Square is often the very first thing we are taught when learning to crochet, so it would follow that it would be simple to have a perfect square every time and those new to crochet often get discouraged when this is not the case.
However, to get a perfect square actually requires a bit of experience, good fundamentals and advanced row starting techniques, otherwise you are left with seams, the reverse side of stitches showing every second row or even a slight spiral effect.
This granny square is made without turning your work and has a right and a wrong side.
The humble Granny Square is the crochet staple of Nanna's everywhere, which is how it came to be known as a 'Granny Square'. Originally it was just called a crochet square.
The Granny Square is often the very first thing we are taught when learning to crochet, so it would follow that it would be simple to have a perfect square every time and those new to crochet often get discouraged when this is not the case.
However, to get a perfect square actually requires a bit of experience, good fundamentals and advanced row starting techniques, otherwise you are left with seams, the reverse side of stitches showing every second row or even a slight spiral effect.
This granny square is made without turning your work and has a right and a wrong side.
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I've never done this type of pleats before but you make it look easy. Also, I've never thought of using calipers in sewing!
ReplyDeleteIt's just a flimsy metal ruler not nice and strong with fancy measuring bits like a calliper, but you could totally use them!
DeleteI wish I knew how to sew, so I could make it
ReplyDeleteYou make it look easy :)
It's never too late to learn.
DeleteWhat a great tutorial!! Thanks for sharing on My 2 Favorite Things on Thursday! Hope you come back and share some more!! Pinned!
ReplyDeleteThanks Elaine :0)
DeleteThis is really a great tutorial! Pinned! Thank you for sharing such clear tutorial!
ReplyDeleteHope you have a wonderful day!
Hugs and love from Portugal,
Ana Love Craft
www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com
Thanks Ana, I'd love to see Portugal some day. Hello back from Australia!
DeleteGreat tutorial! I look forward to trying this method soon!
ReplyDeleteHappy pleating!
DeleteNicely done! It seems so easy looking at you do it. I have to say that using that ruler as your guide would save a person a big headache for sure! www.thatblackchic.com
ReplyDeleteYou're right, less math = no headache.
DeleteWow. Speechless again. SUCH a great idea! Thank you so much for sharing this with us at Treasure Box Tuesday- pinned!! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Joy!
DeleteThanks for sharing on Monday Madness, I just wish I could sew!
ReplyDeleteI hope you give it a go one day!
DeleteThis looks incredible! I love this. Pinned and tweeted. Thank you for taking the time to party with us. We hope to see you tonight at 7 pm. It wouldn't be a party without you! Lou Lou Girls
ReplyDeleteThanks Kim, always a pleasure to party with you girls.
DeleteWow, I really need to do this! I'm trying to develop my sewing skills. Thanks so much for sharing it with us at Totally Terrific Tuesday! I hope we see you again this week. Party starts tonight at 10pm!
ReplyDeleteGood luck with trying out the pleats!
DeleteExcellent tutorial on box pleats! These pleats come in handy for so many different projects. Please come share your blog posts over at the Home Matters Linky Party! We'd love to have you for a visit. The Door is OPEN. http://lifewithlorelai.com/2015/03/05/home-matters-linky-party-27/ :)
ReplyDelete~Lorelai
Life With Lorelai
Fabulous tutorial! Thanks for linking up at the Stitch It, Blog It, Share Link Party. I hope you’ll join us every Sunday night at 7 with more of your creative sewing projects.
ReplyDelete~Bonnie @ Behind the Seams Sewing