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 think you'll get there eventually. I usually find focusing on the positive things and the little steps of progress made very useful. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Agy. I feel a lot better know that the pain isn't as bad. It can really be a drag some days.
DeleteHi Stella, I am so the same. When I get overwhelmed my brain seems to shut down and I don't want to face doing anything related to the tasks at hand. I just want to grab the dog, my camera and keys and head out the door, the problem is that the tasks are still there waiting for me.
ReplyDeleteLogically I know that if I tackle things one step at a time I'll eventually get on top of things, but sometimes I need to step back before I can step up.
I'm sure you'll achieve your inner calm soon.
xx
Logic doesn't really seem to get a foot in does it? A walk is always a good option and looking through the lens can help with finding another perspective too.
DeleteI'm in a very similar place, so I suppose I can't offer too much advice... But on really bad days, I remember some words I've heard often from old timers:
ReplyDeleteAlways make your bed when you get up in the morning. If you don't do anything else all day, you can say you accomplished something.
It sounds silly, but it really does lead to a sense of accomplishment. And with that sense of accomplishment (sometimes) comes motivation to do more. And if it doesn't work, then at least you've made the bed that day :)
I'm a total believer in the bed making - but when you're shoulders are on fire it's a damn site harder then it should be.
DeleteYou seem to apologize Stella and you should NOT !!
ReplyDeleteIf organizing your home is your 1st priority, and over blogging - who says it's wrong?
It's not. You should do whatever feels good for you, and doing so - you'll find much more time.
Winnie, when I saw your comment it totally made my day. Thank you. Just being told it's okay to prioritise such a thing over all others made me feel a lot better.
DeleteStella, I agree with Winnie!!
ReplyDeleteYou do what's best for YOU!! We all understand time crunches, and days of unmotivation, and pain!
You're making progress- 1 step closer to calm!
There's been progress and less pain which always helps. Now if I could just get some of these darn house renovations done so it didn't feel like I lived in a dump...
DeleteWait, did I write this? Because that's how I feel all the time. I've never been able to articulate these thoughts quite as well as you did, though, which means you're accomplishing more than you think!
ReplyDeleteYou have like a hundred children though! If you only feel like this during waking hours you're doing really well :o) I'm glad I could put it into words for you, sometimes that can help too.
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