Having decided that a granny square with 2 chain stitches in the corners was the best for me, I then made this square with 3 chain stitches in each corner. There was method in my madness. The square covers the top of a useful but shabby (not chic) cupboard. I wanted the wood to show through, so big holes were perfect for this square.
I used oddments from my Aran collection and these colours go with the room decor. The dark brown was a tiny ball that wasn't much use for anything, and the lighter brown is a particularly nasty yarn that I don't like but can't justify throwing away. This square used up most of the browns and they blend in nicely.
This took just a few hours to make, though I maybe should have spent a bit longer on the centre which is a bit wonky. I'm chuffed that I managed to make something useful from yarn that was either free or very cheap. This square makes me smile every time I notice it. If I saw this in a shop, I would probably buy it.
I am gradually starting to think of myself as someone who can crochet. Woo hoo!
Well done Una it's lovely, I like the mix of colours. :)
ReplyDeleteThis is a great piece and the fact that it has a definite purpose is great! Wonky isn't a bad thing ... I never noticed anything amiss until you mentioned it ;) Wendy x
ReplyDeleteMy dining room has this colour scheme too, I just love these colours together Una. Well done on your crochet project, woohoo!
ReplyDeleteYes you are definitely a crocheter, Una!
ReplyDeleteit looks like a great granny square and yes, you can crochet! The number of chains also ties in with the number of chains between clusters. I was taught to do 1 between clusters and 3 in a corner. I find that 3 in the corner tends to make stretchy corners (sort of a diamond shape) but that has a lot to do with my tension. I vary between 1 chain between clusters and none.
ReplyDeleteLovely work, Una. Now you're getting lots of practice at crochet, it's no wonder you're feeling more comfortable with it.
ReplyDeleteI used to crochet, but stopped. Now, I can't remember how I did it! :)
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