One of the main elements used to create openwork rugs, soft and warm bedspreads, original tablecloths, stoles, snuds and shawls is Grandma’s Square. This pattern is crocheted simply enough, so any needlewoman can easily do it.
There are many different modifications of the square motif, all of them are beautiful in their own way. Having learned how to crochet at least the simplest “grandmother’s square”, you can perform a variety of textile things easily and simply. Products created in this technique are very bright, colorful and elegant. In this article we will tell you how to make an interesting pattern - grandmother's square crocheted. For beginners, we will present a simple master class on the manufacture of openwork and soft blankets in bright colors. And also share the secrets of creating cozy slippers and an original pillow cover.
Learning to crochet "grandmother's square": the necessary tools and materials
So, in order to complete this basic element, you will need knitting threads. We used green, turquoise and white yarn for hand knitting Pekhorka "Children's Novelty", with a density of 50 g / 200 m. In principle, to familiarize yourself with the motif, any remnants of knitting threads that you can find in the house are also suitable. You will also need hook number 3. This figure shows how the "grandmother's square" is crocheted, a description of the technology of work is presented below.
The motive is an interesting "floral" variation. In the center of the square, a magnificent inflorescence is obtained, with convex petals.
Crochet a square motif
We will begin our work by performing four air loops with turquoise threads . Connect them into a ring and perform one lifting VP. Next, we knit the first row with single crochet (RLS). They should get 8 pcs. The second row is made by arches of air loops. To create the third row, take a thread of contrasting white. We knit according to the scheme: connecting loop, three air loops, 2 columns with two crochets. And then again three VPs, a connecting half-column. After that, we perform 1 air loop. Repeat this element to the end of the row. As a result, you should get 8 beautiful white petals.
We continue the implementation of the "grandmother's square" with a floral ornament
The fourth row will be made in a contrasting bright green color. Let's start work with one air loop and single crochet as shown in the diagram. Then we make a chain of four VPs and knit another 1CH. Thus, we complete the entire fourth row. We finish knitting with a connecting half-column. We will start the fifth row with three airspace climb. Next, we perform two CHs in the same base loop. We knit two VPs and complete the element with three CHs in the next loop of the base. Then we make three double crochet. Again, repeat the scheme "3CH + 2VP + 3CH." You will already have two "corners" of the square. Do the rest by analogy. As a result, the "flower" will have a square base.
Finish knitting a square motif
Creating the sixth and seventh rows should not cause you any difficulties. They are knitted by analogy with the fifth, while only double crochets and air loops are used. The only important point - the sixth row is made of turquoise yarn, and the seventh - from white. You must admit that this square motif with a floral pattern is very delicate and beautiful. This motif is perfect for making a charming summer handbag.
We make a warm and beautiful crochet plaid
If you want to knit an excellent soft plaid, pay attention to this simple master class. It describes in detail the method of manufacturing bedspreads from multi-colored square motifs. To create a plaid, you need a hook No. 3.5 and 400 g of motley yarn, with a density of 50 g / 133 m, 350 g of purple yarn. You can choose knitting threads according to the color that you like. The product can be made of colorful, bright yarn or, conversely, more tender and light. If you intend to make the squares multicolored and want to use several different threads, make sure that they all have the same composition. Remember that cotton yarn cannot be combined with acrylic.
We’ll tell you how to make a “grandmother’s square” crochet. Master Class "Bright Plaid"
The size of the finished product will be 120 * 96 cm. So, we begin our knitting. We will carry out “Grandma’s square” (crochet) according to the following scheme, presented in the figure. She is very simple. The main elements are an air loop and double crochets.
We will start crocheting the “grandmother’s square” by creating six VPs and connecting them into a ring. Next, we will perform all the elements according to the scheme, repeating each row once. All you need to do 5 rows and complete the knitting. In this case, the threads should be alternated. The first row must be done with motley yarn, the second with lilac, the third with motley again, and so on. One square should turn out to be 12 * 12 cm in size. In order to make a blanket, you need to knit 80 such motley purple motifs. After their manufacture, it is necessary to collect all the elements, forming a canvas of 10 * 8 squares.
We complete the design of the plaid
In order to connect square motifs, it is necessary to perform on the front side 1 row of single crochet columns (lilac threads). In this case, a hook should be introduced into each loop. After connecting all the elements, you need to tie the product around the perimeter with two rows of single crochet columns. We recommend that you make three single crochet columns in one corner of the base in the corners of the plaid in order to give the product the desired shape. Here we have got such a charming plaid from multi-colored squares.
Bright and elegant accessory - pillow cover
Be sure to tie a “pair” to such an elegant bedspread - a beautiful pillow cover. For work, you will need yarn of different colors (400 g, density 50 g / 133 m), hook number 3.5 and a pillow size 40 * 40. We will knit according to this understandable and uncomplicated pattern the motive "grandmother's square." For beginner needlewomen, we will provide a detailed description of the work.
First, we will connect a chain of four VPs and close it with a connecting half-column in a ring. Further we will work in circular rows, using double crochet and air loops. In this case, the threads should be alternated, knitting strips of the same color, in two rows. In total, it is necessary to tie eight rows, making increments in meaning. So you get a bright, colorful square. A sufficient number of such elements must be performed in order to form a pillow. Then you should connect them with single crochet columns, forming a cover, and then put the pillow inside. Here we have such a beautiful interior thing.
Original crochet slippers
In addition to a blanket and a pillow cover, from "grandmother's squares" you can make charming home slippers. Such soft and warm products will definitely warm your legs. To make homemade shoes, you will need hook number 4 and yarn in two contrasting colors. We suggest to take pale blue and blue knitting threads. The product in this color scheme will look very gentle and pleasant. Knitting pattern "grandmother's square" is as follows:
She is very simple. In order to complete it, the needlewoman must be able to carry out the basic elements - a crochet column and an air loop. We begin to knit "grandmother's square" as follows. First, we make a chain of six VPs, and then connect it into a ring with a connecting half-column. We knit three loops for lifting and two CH. Next, we perform a series according to the scheme: 2VP + 3CH. For the second row, we take another yarn, we start it with three VP and 2CH. We knit a pattern of air loops and double crochets. The third row is performed according to the scheme, in the same color as the first. The fourth and fifth are performed by analogy, making the necessary increases. As a result, you get one square motive. To make two slippers you need to complete 12 of these elements. After they are all ready, you can proceed to fasten them. For the sole we take 4 squares. Arrange them as shown in the figure. Connect the squares with single crochet.
After that, we proceed to the design of the upper part. On two blue squares we place two more motifs on top. We bend two “blue” halves, forming “sidewalls” of slippers. We connect the product at the seams with crochets. By analogy, we carry out the second slipper. Here is such a beautiful slippers you should get.
We hope our article turned out to be useful, and you liked the square motifs presented in it. Good luck with your creative experiments.