How to Crochet Grandma's Blanket

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Here's how "grandma" made a quick and easy crochet blanket.Even beginners can learn to do it in an instant, the technique is always the same.Starting with squares, you can crochet a blanket without having to take all your work with you.Make one square at a time and then sew them together.
Part 1
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Get the Best Tools

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  1. Step 1 Scegli uno schema di colori.
    The yarn, obviously, is available in many colors and the ones you choose will greatly change the final result of the blanket, cushion or whatever creation you are about to make.Purchase yarn colors carefully to achieve the desired effect.
    • If you combine red with dark purple, pink, yellow, light blue and bright green, you will get a "gypsy" look.
    • If you want to achieve a "traditional" style, sew light colored squares and join them with a black border.
    • If you like an "old American" style, combine red, white, blue and pastel yellow squares.
    • If you don't want a blanket that looks like grandma's, but you like the method because it allows you to sew it quickly, use just two colors (white and blue for example), for a more discreet look.
  2. Step 2 Acquista il filato che preferisci.
    Now that you know what colors to make your blanket with, you need to purchase good quality yarn and the right material for your project.If you are making a blanket for a newborn, choose the softest thread possible.If you need something more durable (like a dog blanket), choose acrylic.
  3. Step 3 Acquista l'ago della giusta misura.
    It should be indicated in the pattern you decided to follow, or on the label of the yarn you bought based on its weight.
    • If you're unsure, make a test square with a few double crochet rows.
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Part 2
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Create the Central Circle

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  1. Watermark wikiHow to Fare la Coperta della Nonna all'Uncinetto
    Form a slip knot around the hook, wrap the yarn around the hook and pull it through the knot loop:this is the chain stitch.Thread another loop through the yarn you pulled and which is now wrapped around the hook:you made the second chain stitch.Make sure you leave at least 10cm of thread at the beginning of the chain, in case you need it later.
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    Slide the stitch into the first chain stitch. This way you have formed a circle.Pull a new loop through the one you already have on the needle hook and, at the same time, through the chain loop.
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Fare la Coperta della Nonna all'Uncinetto
    This process is the same as when you make double crochet rows.
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  5. Watermark wikiHow to Fare la Coperta della Nonna all'Uncinetto
    You need to make two chain stitches and three double crochet stitches inside the circle.Repeat this three times for a total of 4 groups of three double crochet stitches.
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    Chain this stitch over the three to finish the round.
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Part 3
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Create the Central Parting

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  1. Step 1 Comincia con un nuovo colore, se lo desideri.
    Simply start with the new yarn in the space between the chain stitches and the double crochet stitches.
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    Also in this case you have to do them as if they were double crochet stitches.
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    In the space described above, make three double crochet stitches (but don't forget the first set of stitches which is the three stitch chain you have already made).
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    Chain two stitches over the double crochet stitches and then make three more double crochet stitches in the next space.This way you will begin to shape the square.
  5. Watermark wikiHow to Fare la Coperta della Nonna all'Uncinetto
    Chain three stitches from the corner of the square and then double crochet three stitches within the same space.
    • If you want a more rounded and taut corner like the one in the image, alternate the stitches with a chain stitch.
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    Work all 4 corners the same way and then slip stitch over the three chain stitches in the first corner to finish the round.Each corner should have two sets of three double crochet stitches, each separated by three chain stitches.
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Part 4
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Complete the Square

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  1. Watermark wikiHow to Fare la Coperta della Nonna all'Uncinetto
    Change yarn color if desired.
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Fare la Coperta della Nonna all'Uncinetto
    Make two sets of three double crochet stitches (separated by three chain stitches) in each corner.Make just ONE set of three double crochet stitches in each "flat side" of the chain space with two chain stitches between the corner and center sets.
  3. Step 3 Esegui il numero di righe che preferisci.
    The number of side spaces will continue to grow.
    • You can also make a potholder by covering the square with a resistant fabric, create a decorative doily using a very thin yarn, or even a baby blanket using a very soft thread in suitable colours.You can sew an afghan by making one large square or joining several smaller ones.
    • The squares are sewn together or joined with the crochet thanks to slipped stitches or single crochet.
  4. Step 4 Finito.
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Advice

  • If you're making a potholder, be sure to use cotton or wool thread, not acrylic.Acrylic melts with heat.
  • When making a blanket with granny squares, make sure the thread is equally tensioned in all squares of the blanket.
  • When you start with one color and end with another, make sure Always that the closures are secure, tucked and hidden.You can do this easily by sewing them with the crochet hook inside the square, or by threading them inside the shirt with a wool needle (with a round tip).Be careful when sewing and make sure you leave enough length in the ends, because there is nothing worse than finishing a blanket and then having it fall apart because the ends were not closed properly in the center.But don't tie knots that end up being hard and irregular in your work.
  • Dark thread makes it more difficult to count stitches.Try with a light thread for the first time.
  • Use a larger needle or crochet hook to quickly make a large project.
  • Granny squares can also make beautiful scarves when sewn in a row, it's a project that requires fewer squares than a blanket.
  • Proceed slowly to avoid mistakes.Once you've made a few stitches, check your work to make sure it's straight.
  • Try alternating different colors, change them every one or two rows.
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Warnings

  • English stitches and American stitches are called different things even though they refer to the same stitch, so be careful to understand the origin of your pattern.
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Things you will need

  • Crochet hook (any size;however, size H is usually used for work with heavy worsted yarn)
  • Larger hook for thicker, heavier yarns (see tip on yarn label)
  • Thread (choose an inexpensive, readily available yarn to start with)
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