granny square
Crocheted blanket unit
A granny square is a small crocheted motif, typically square-shaped, made by working clusters of stitches in rounds from a central point.
These colorful patches are then joined together to create blankets, afghans, bags, and clothing.
The technique is associated with traditional handcrafts and was especially popular in the 1970s, though it remains a staple of crochet work.
She spent the winter making granny squares for an afghan.
Twisted strand for crafts
- hookCurved catching device
- stitchThread loop in fabric
- motifRecurring thematic element
- patternRecurring arrangement or template
chain · double crochet · treble · join · gauge · skein · colorwork · fiber arts
Soft bed covering
- warmthHeat you feel
- comfortEase or soothing relief
- afghanDecorative knitted blanket
- throwPropel by arm motion
cushion · softness · snuggle · shawl · lap blanket · bedspread · coverlet · wrap
Created manually, not mechanically
- artisanalMade by skilled craftspeople
- handcraftedMade manually, not machined
- DIYAmateur home projects
- handiworkHandmade work product
homemade · needlework · quilting · stitched · craftsmanship · maker · creative · hobby
Inherited family treasure
- vintageQuality from past eras
- memoriesStored past experiences
- keepsakeItem preserved for sentiment
- reminisceRecall past experiences fondly
retro · sentimental · childhood · family · passed down · heritage · 1970s · tradition
Stuffed, stitched bed covering
- mosaicInlaid pictorial arrangement
- assemblageCollected group of things
- compositeMade of distinct parts
- colorwayDesignated color combination offered
layout · modular · sampler · multicolor · piecework · arrangement · blocks · seaming
yarn
Twisted strand for crafts
pattern · chain · double crochet · treble · join · gauge · skein · colorwork · fiber arts · wool
blanket
Soft bed covering
throw · cushion · softness · snuggle · shawl · lap blanket · bedspread · coverlet · wrap · couch
handmade
Created manually, not mechanically
- artisanalMade by skilled craftspeople
- handcraftedMade manually, not machined
- DIYAmateur home projects
handiwork · homemade · needlework · quilting · stitched · craftsmanship · maker · creative · hobby · technique
heirloom
Inherited family treasure
reminisce · retro · sentimental · childhood · family · passed down · heritage · 1970s · tradition · generational
quilt
Stuffed, stitched bed covering
- mosaicInlaid pictorial arrangement
- assemblageCollected group of things
- compositeMade of distinct parts
colorway · layout · modular · sampler · multicolor · piecework · arrangement · blocks · seaming
bag
Flexible carrying container
sweater · poncho · pillow · coaster · placemat · wall hanging · garment · accessories · wearable · market bag
- crochetafghan, doily, dishcloth, washcloth, potholder
- yarn craftsknitting, knit, crocheting, crochet, yarn
- knitting patternscable knit, stockinette, garter stitch, ribbing, basketweave
granny squarestockinette
Elastic knitted fabric
knitting · garter stitch · cable knit · intarsia · woven fabric
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