Get cozy and creative with Lori Holt’s Granny Square Along Crochet Book, her first book for crochet! Packed with 13 simple, creative, and unique granny square projects, Lori has curated the cutest and coziest collection of crochet projects for you to explore. Keep reading to learn all about the book, catch a sneak peek of all 13 projects, find out where to start if you’re a complete crochet beginner, and get all the answers to your most frequently asked questions, including a list of Lori’s favorite crochet notions.
When Lori’s grandmother first taught her how to crochet, the first thing she learned was the granny square! Since then, she has been hooked on this timeless pattern and has had so much fun exploring all the creative variations and the world of projects she can make with them. In the Granny Square Along Crochet Book, Lori offers 13 simple, creative, and unique ways to create with granny squares.
Which project will you start first?
New to crochet and want to learn?
Lori Holt has an amazing video tutorial walking beginners through the steps of making their very first granny square! Go at your own pace and re-watch the video below as many times as you need to, and before you know it, you’ll be hooked on stitching up granny squares too. For even more practice, check out her Crochet Series playlist on her YouTube channel!
Some of your FAQs about the Granny Square Along Crochet Book
Is the book for beginners?
This book is not for complete beginners. You will need to know the basics of crochet in order to complete these projects. The projects are simple, and the instructions are easy to follow, but a basic knowledge of crochet is assumed.
What crochet skills should you have before the book comes out this fall?
The crochet stitches used in the book include chain stitches (ch), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), half double crochet (hdc), triple crochet (tc), and slip stitch (sl st). Additionally, the book uses the abbreviations for space (sp) and stitch (st) throughout. For crocheters who prefer diagrams over written instructions, partial diagrams are included throughout.
What supplies do you need?
Crochet is the perfect project to take with you on the go because you only need a small handful of supplies to start stitching! Here are Lori’s favorites of the essential supplies you will need:
- Chunky Crochet Thread Yarn (#2 weight)
- Check out the Cozy Crochet Series Sets for a scrappy look with zero second-guessing!
- 100% Cute Comfort Grip Crochet Hook Set
- Most patterns call for a 3.5mm (E/4 US) hook
- When stitching with two strands at once, you will use a 4.5mm (7 US) hook
- 100% Cute Yarn Needles
- Coral Lori Holt 5″ Scissors
- Project-specific supplies
- Covered Button Kit
- Felted Wool
- Scrap Fabric
- Poly-Fil
- Throw Pillows (various sizes)
What optional notions are good to have on hand?
Though not necessary, there are plenty of nifty notions that make your stitching sessions that much easier! Here are Lori’s favorite non-essential notions:
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Let us know in the comments below which of the projects from the Granny Square Along Crochet Book you have at the top of your list! We can’t wait for y’all to finally see this one and enjoy all the hard work, love, and creativity that went into it. You can find Lori Holt on her blog, YouTube Channel, and Instagram (@beelori1).
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Granny squares were the first thing my grandmother taught me too, so this book feels like a warm hug. The sneak peeks are adorable — the pin cushion and tote look like perfect first projects. How fun that Lori is bringing her signature cozy style into crochet!
I love the afghan and have been slowly ordering the cotton yarn so I’ll be ready when I receive my book!