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Crochet has always been my go-to hobby for relaxation and creativity. There's something incredibly therapeutic about watching a project come to life stitch by stitch. Recently, I dived into granny squares, aiming to craft a masterpiece for my winter jacket. Little did I know, this journey would lead me down a path of experimentation and discovery.
As I embarked on my granny square adventure, I encountered a common challenge among crocheters - maintaining the shape. Despite following the traditional pattern, my squares resembled flattened starfish rather than the neat, symmetrical shapes I envisioned. Frustration set in as I struggled to find the right balance between increasing stitches in each corner and keeping the square flat.
Determined to conquer this obstacle, I began experimenting with different stitch patterns and corner configurations. My goal was to minimize the number of stitches in the corners while still maintaining structural integrity. After much trial and error, I found the perfect formula - one double crochet, chain one, one double crochet. This simple adjustment yielded a square that lay flat without unsightly holes, ideal for my winter jacket project.
In the midst of my crochet journey, I realized the importance of community and support. That's why I decided to host a giveaway for my loyal subscribers. These giveaways aren't just about winning prizes; they're my way of giving back to the wonderful community that has supported me throughout my crafting endeavors. With over 800 entries already, I'm excited to see the joy it brings to one lucky winner.
In addition to giveaways, I value engaging directly with my audience. That's why I reached out for feedback on preferred times for live streaming sessions. By involving my viewers in the decision-making process, I hope to create a space where we can connect and share our love for crochet together.
Beyond crochet, life is filled with simple joys and moments of wonder. One such moment occurred when I noticed birds tapping on my window, drawn to the reflection in the tinted glass. It was a reminder to appreciate the beauty of nature and the small wonders that surround us every day. I couldn't resist capturing this scene to share with my audience, a glimpse into the tranquil moments of my daily life.
In conclusion, my journey with granny squares has been a testament to the power of perseverance and creativity. Through experimentation, community engagement, and appreciation for life's little moments, I've embraced the art of crochet in all its beauty. As I continue on this journey, I look forward to sharing more adventures and connecting with fellow crafters around the world. After all, the joy of crochet knows no bounds.
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Love this item going to put little gifts in it on the tree ,just tying in tails.
I am really impressed with the quality of this written pattern as well as the video tutorial. Both are clear and detailed. I am not done with my striped cardigan yet, but it's coming together nicely (though I'm not so sure about my choice to use up yarn I already have with individual stripes!)... so many tails to sew in!! My advice would be to buy self-striping yarn like she does in the video.
Easy to follow pattern! Super base for the rectangle or other larger projects.
Keep the tutorials coming and with written and visual instructions to follow along so beginners can learn. Thank you for your help.
I think there is a mistake in the written pattern. It says to do a half double crochet twice, when it is only supposed to be once
Thank you to the Secret Yarnery for this pattern! Can't go wrong with this one, it really is easy and fast to make - I'm on my 2nd one already and plan to do more! You really don't need to look any further if you're looking to make a scarf - you will not be disappointed. In fact, you'll have fun making it (I did!) Happy crocheting!
Thank you for writing a pattern that is amazingly easy to follow and help me produce a stunning piece!!
Wow! I can't believe I made this beautiful toran. Well, yes I can since I followed this easy pattern! Again, wow! How fun was this to make! Super-duper easy to make and you can be as creative as you like by choosing colours, placement of colours to form pattern(s), number of leaves, etc. so it truly can be personalized for any occasion! Love the Secret Yarnery patterns and tutorials - thank you so much for your time, efforts, and for sharing your talent with the rest of us in the world!
The best pattern & tutorial I have ever come across. Loved how you used the needle to clearly point out where the stitch was to go. Have made 3 hats already. Many more on my to do list. Thanks so much
The yarn world is vast & has several yarn naming & grading systems. This chart really helps to get the right weight of yarn, size of needle, gauge & yardage/meterage when using patterns or yarns from other countries. And it covers both knit & crochet. Thank you for putting together this very useful tool, Secret Yarnery.
I love this pattern. Very easy to follow and fun to make.
