#grannysquareafghans

[professorpski]

I Diss Granny Squares, Unless in Afghans

This magazine from 1983, Great American Granny Squares, offers lots of projects. It has a few vintage patterns--doilies, bedspreads-- from heavy thread which are extraordinarily complex, but most of the patterns are worsted weight yarn made into squares like the one featured here: Old Fashioned Granny Vest.

The name is unintentionally ironic because old-fashioned crochet was never this simplistic in garment design or color mix. I am not sure even a master colorist like Kaffee Fassett could save what is essentially a set of squares slapped onto the human body as if any part of our bodies were squares. The children's versions are even worse as they use the same size yarn and the front of a vest or sweater becomes one giant square. The drawbacks of granny squares were also their selling point here: so simple to make! Well, yes, but why bother to put any effort however small into something this goofy looking? Ok, maybe a potholder for the first project, but after that, let's aim higher.

The afghan on the cover is not much better than the women's vest, but others included in the magazine are undeniably handsome, especially a monochromatic single square afghan in a range of oranges.

As this example shows, the descent of garment design into greater simplicity during the 1960s and the Youth Quake happened in needlework as well as in dressmaking. Making designs simpler was a tradition in children's clothing; making grown-women's garments equally simple was a new trend brought on the desire to look youthful no matter what. As a result, a lot of sophisticated garment design and needlework got forgotten for a while which is why pre-1960s books and magazines are so valuable. They remind us of great possibilities.

[crochetmelovely]

Free pattern from me: Giant Granny Square Afghan! Video tutorial on my YT channel. Full pattern and step by step photo tutorial on my blog! Pick your fav way to learn! 💕👏😊 

Full pattern here!

Video tutorial here!

Step by step photo tutorial here!

PDF download here!

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXwG-nU-M9LrtB2BXgW_pSX1giJVhkah8

https://crochetml.com/free-crochet-patterns/

[timelesstreasuresbym]

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Some more new vintage handmade granny square afghans were added to my Etsy shop on this snowy day! Shop link in profile. . . #timelesstreasuresbym #sale #vintageafghan #grannysquare #grannysquareafghan #etsy #etsysale #etsyshop #etsyseller #vintageshop #nostalgia #vintagelife #etsysellersofinstagram #homedecor #vintagekitsch #barware #handmade #retro #mcm #gotvintage #farmhousestyle #fashion #giftsforher #giftsforhim #wedding #birthday #vintage #vintagestyle #vintagefinds #vintagefashion https://www.instagram.com/p/BuH1IdFgNSw/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1gxv2qvaye7cm

[buffalocrochetboutique]

Day 3: Favorite color Here’s a blanket with both of our favorite colors, made from granny squares my Grandma crocheted. She gave them to me so I could finish putting them together 💜 I ended up gifting this to my niece once it was complete 💝 - Sarah • #crochet #crochetblog #handmade #grannysquare #grannysquareblanket #grannysquareafghan #nationalcrochetmonth #grannysquares #lacigamcrafts https://www.instagram.com/p/CapkylBOscz/?utm_medium=tumblr

[roseleinrarities]

The first thing from Alannah's "blue" collection to find a new home is this gorgeous floral afghan headed to Katia in Mexico City today! I'm in a chilly-blue mood with all these blue pieces--come check out many new additions, including blue housewares, dresses, hats and more being added today and tomorrow! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #grannysquares #grannysquareafghan #afghan #floralafghan #sleepingbeauty #bluemood #vintagefashion #vintageforhome #retro #retrodecor #turquoise #etsyvintage #etsyvintageshop #roseleinrarities #etsylove #crochet #whoknewmodelingwasthiseasy https://www.instagram.com/p/BpXB7YggFHm/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=js7i23fobfhl

[kreationsbykirsten]

I love a good granny square 😁😍💖 #grannysquare #grannysquaresrock #grannysquares #grannysquareblanket #grannysquarestitch #grannysquareafghan #crochet #crocheting #crochetblanket #crochetlove #crochetedblanket #handmade #handmadeisbest #handmadeisbetter #homemade #handcrafted #giftideas #christmasgifts #christmasgiftsideas #greenandwhite #greenandwhiteblanket

[ra-the-hoff]

#drawing an #afghanblanket #octopus that will eventually become a #watercolor This is based off of a real animal called the blanket octopus and will utilize the granny square afghan blanket crochet pattern. Swipe to see what I mean. . . . #blanketoctopus #grannysquare #grannysquareafghan #grannysquareblanket #crochet #cephalopod #wip #workinprogress https://www.instagram.com/p/B48IEAEHiSo/?igshid=19afwygdnzncv

[thecountrycowshed-blog]

Mid Century Granny Square Crocheted blanket...just added to the shop! I just love it’s bright and vibrant colors 💕 #grannysquareafghan #vintagethrows #vibrantcolors #vintage #thecountrycowshed #afghans https://www.instagram.com/p/BylHSuHhORP/?igshid=er5chine9qu8

[lizziecrossstitch-blog]

When it's all finished, wrapped up with a bow and you can wait to bring it @savagelytara! #itsfinished #grannysquare #afghan #blanket #grannysquareafghan #grannysquareblanket #crochet #crochetersofinstagram #ilovetocraft #ilovetomakethings #ilovetocrochet #withabowontop #handmade #homemade #handmadeisbetter #supporthandmade #yarn #craft

[knitgalivey]

My current #crochet project: #grannysquareafghan #wip #crochetersofinstagram #theknitdiva Yaaassss ! Finally a blanket for ME 🤗😍 #scrapyarnproject (at New York, New York)

[country-of-the-blind]

The #wearerootinc #fiberartsteam closed the books on our #winter2018 #blanketproject with the drop off of our #grannysquareafghans and monetary match at #cherrystreetmission The donation was gratefully received and our hearts are full at being able to contribute to such a worthy organization #sparkthespirit #changestartshere #gptw4all #ohio #nwohio #tekkbabe859 #blondebetweenthemountains (at Cherry Street Mission Ministries)

[knitti-minaj]

😊 #crochet #grannysquareafghan #knitpicks

[gracye216]

In the past week I've been working on squares for a Minecraft Creeper blanket for an auction. Finished the last of the 48 squares last night. Going to put them together today and hopefully have it all done by this evening. I didn't have to buy any yarn I had it all in my stash! #crochet #crochetersofinstagram #minecraft #minecraftcreeper #grannysquare #grannysquareafghan — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2CtOq9u

[roseleinrarities]

"Oh my gosh this is so much more beautiful and colorful in person! 🌈 It fits so nicely on my college dorm bed! I LOVE IT. Thank you so much for your clear communication and speedy delivery! 💗" Ella Pena @ellapenaart is an art student whose work will tell you why she loves colorful, vintage granny squares! She is the new owner of the top and sent a picture of her new-to-her afghan, both from Roselein Rarities! Your work is amazing, Ella, and you will go far! 🧡💛💚❤💙 . . . . . . . . . . #grannysquares #grannysquareafghan #colorful #painting #vintagefashion #creativepeople #brightandbeautiful #crochet #handicrafts #fortheloveofvintage #dormlife #artofinstagram #artlovers #instart #artlover #1970s #1970sfashion https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq-lSWUA3Rs/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=13jpvzbcy2hic

[roseleinrarities]

A creative mess is better than tidy idleness, and oh-such-creativity in these gorgeous handmade granny-square afghans. Some squares are singles, ready to be made into your creative project! All available now in the shop! . . . . . . . . . . . . . #grannysquares #grannysquareafghan #afghancollection #1970s #vintagecollection #retrolove #retrodecor #retrohome #patchwork #patchworkafghan #bohostyle #bohohome #creativemess #crochetafghan #backtoschool #vintagedecor #usefuldecor #vintagepatchwork #retrocrochet #dormlife #patchworklovers #patchworkcrochet

[roseleinrarities]

I'll be square with bells on ◼⚀◼⚁◼⚂◼⚃◼⚄◼ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #dontbesquare #illbesquarewithbellson #grannysquares #grannysquare #grannysquareafghan #retrofashion #retro #retrostyle #vintage #vintageshop #etsyvintage #etsyshop #etsyshopping #etsy #boho #bohofashion #bohostyle #1970s #1970sfashion #backintheday #seeingdouble