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Traditional Three Round Granny Square – for Crochet Joins Course at Unravel 2025

November 29, 2024 //  by mezza//  Leave a Comment

This is the motif we will be using to practice the crochet joins for my upcoming workshop “Joining crochet motifs for blankets & clothes”. I am teaching this course in Farnham at Unravel – A festival of yarn.

Please book this course directly through the Maltings, using the link above.

Important – why you need to make this exact motif for the course

The joins we are learning can be applied to many motifs, made with any thickness of yarn and hook, in some cases with a bit of modification, however for the purpose of the workshop, please use this exact pattern & yarn thickness so that you can easily follow the instructions in our workshop.

selection of three round granny squares crochet in cotton with crochet joins

Traditional Three Round Granny Square Instructions

Tools & Materials

DK yarn in 3 colours – a total of approx. X per motif (cotton or super-wash wools work up best).
3.5-4mm hook – depending on your personal gauge, i.e. a larger hook if you are a tight crocheter or smaller hook if you are a loose crocheter.

Key US terminology (British terminology in brackets)

beg – beginning
ch – chain
dc – double crochet (tr – treble crochet)
sl st – slip stitch
sp – space

Round 1: 4ch and join in 1st ch to form a ring; 5ch (counts as 1dc & ch2sp in this and all subsequent rounds*); (in ring – 3dc, ch2) 3 times; 2dc in ring; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch5; fasten off.

*If this results in a larger space compared to the other 3 corners, you can switch to a 4ch at the start of each round, you’ll still end the round by making a sl st in the 3rd ch.

Round 2: Join new colour in any ch2 corner sp* – 5ch & 3dc in same sp; (in next corner sp – 3dc, 2ch, 3dc) 3 times; in first corner sp – 2dc; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch5; fasten off.

*For this and all subsequent rows, it’s best to avoid the same corner that you finished the last round on.

Round 3: Join new colour in any ch2 corner sp – 5ch & 3dc in same sp; (between next 2 dc clusters – 3dc; in next corner sp – 3dc, 2ch, 3dc) 3 times; between next 2 dc clusters – 3dc; in first corner sp – 2dc; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch5; fasten off.

Sew in all ends, except the final tail.

How many motifs to make?

We will be covering 3 different joins. For this you will need a total of 12 motifs. However, you can also make a minimum of 4 motifs which you can re-use for each new join technique – this obviously requires frogging (undoing) the previous join, ready to try out the next one.

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Category: Free Crochet PatternTag: crochet, crochet motif

Crochet a Scarf That’s Uniquely Yours – Free Online Course

February 21, 2024 //  by mezza//  Leave a Comment

Design & Make an Elegant Crochet Scarf with Simple Motifs & Stitches

Starts Monday 4th March 2024.

Dive into the world of crochet design with an easy to follow, four-week course. You’ll learn to craft a stunning scarf or wrap using simple square motifs, incorporating easy stitch sequences and effective joining techniques. This course is designed to simplify the design process, making it accessible to intermediate crocheters who are looking to add a personal touch to their work without overwhelming complexity. Through step-by-step video tutorials, detailed photo guides and weekly support calls, you’ll gain confidence in your design and crochet abilities.

Join our community of like-minded crafters to share your progress, exchange tips, and enjoy the collective inspiration.

By the end of the course, you’ll have a beautifully designed scarf or wrap that’s not only a testament to your skill but also a reflection of your unique creative vision.

  • Free 4 week course.
  • Starts Monday 4th March 2024.
  • Suitable for crafters with basic crochet skills (not suitable for complete beginners).
  • Weekly live Zoom calls – these are recorded to view when convenient.
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3-3-3 Easy Chevron Stitch Crochet Pattern

October 7, 2022 //  by mezza//  1 Comment

Easy Chevron Stitch Crochet Pattern. This is an easy to remember ripple stitch that can be applied to projects such as blankets, or in this example, a washcloth. I created this version of the very popular chevron stitch back in 2014 for a class of new crochet students that had just finished my learn to crochet course. It’s a great way to start understanding how increases and decreases can shape crochet fabric.

If you’re thinking of making a blanket, you can use the instructions for the washcloth to make a swatch with your desired yarn.

Download a pdf version of the pattern, including chart: click here.

Detailed video tutorial here:

Tools & Materials

Yarn & hook: Worsted/Aran weight cotton yarn – 4mm/H Hook

Yardage per washcloth: 50g/106m/116yds  

Finished dimensions: Approx – 25cm/9.8” x 25cm/9.8”  

Finished size & yardage will vary depending on hook size, yarn thickness & your personal gauge.

Alternative Yarn Thickness
You can also try DK weight yarn with a 3.5mm hook which will result in a slightly smaller cloth.

Key
beg beginning
ch chain
dcdouble crochet
prevprevious
st(s)stitch(es)

Yarn Ideas

The Cotton – We Are Knitters

Shiny Happy Cotton – Wool & the Gang

Rico Organic Cotton Aran

Paintbox Cotton Yarn Aran

3-3-3 Easy Chevron Stitch Crochet Pattern for Washcloth – Instructions

Note: these instructions are in US crochet terminology.

Row 1: Ch44; sk3 chs (counts as 1dc), working into the back ridges of the 4th chain, 1dc; (1dc into each of the next 3chs; dc3tog; 1dc into each of the next 3chs; 3dc in next ch) x 3; 1dc into each of the next 3chs; dc3tog; 1dc into each of the next 3chs; 2dc in last ch. (counting the last 3chs of starting ch as 1stitch – 41sts)

Going forward, 2chs are made at the start of each row, these do not count as a stitch, nor are they ever worked into.

Switch to working through both loops of the stitch throughout.

Row 2: ch2, turn the work, do not sk any sts, 2dc in 1st st; (1dc into each of the next 3sts; dc3tog; 1dc into each of the next 3sts; 3dc in next st) x 3; 1dc into each of the next 3sts; dc3tog; 1dc into each of the next 3sts; 2dc in next last st which is the 3rd ch of the ch3 skipped at the start of Row 1. (41sts)

Row 3: ch2, turn the work, do not sk any sts, 2dc in 1st st; (1dc into each of the next 3sts; dc3tog; 1dc into each of the next 3sts; 3dc in next st) x 3; 1dc into each of the next 3sts; dc3tog; 1dc into each of the next 3sts; 2dc in last st. (41sts)

Repeat Row 3 as desired and fasten off. For my washcloth, I needed 17 rows to make it square.

Note : if you want to use this stitch to make a larger cloth or even a blanket, you will need to add multiples of 10 to the starting chain for each additional pattern repeat.

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Crochet a Stretchy Rib Cuff

April 2, 2022 //  by mezza//  Leave a Comment

Crochet Ribbed Cuff

These instructions are for making the ribbing first and then sewing onto the sleeve afterwards. There are methods where you attach the ribbing directly to the garment as you make it, but in this instance, because the sleeve is considerably wider and I wanted the cuff to be a specific fit around my wrist, I chose to make the ribbing independently.
The ribbing is created sideways, i.e. worked perpendicular with the edge of the sleeve, with slip stitch rows, where each stitch is made in the back loop of the slip stitch from the previous row.
You can make the ribbed cuff as wide as you like, in this case my cuff is 8cm with 22 sts.

The sweater I have made the ribbed cuff for is the Claremont Sweater. You can find the pattern for the motif and join here : Claremont Granny Square with Join

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Tools & Materials

You can use any yarn weight and corresponding hook size but for these instructions, I am using a Light DK / Sport weight yarn in one colour (Paintbox DK in Champagne White) with a 4mm / G hook – this is the same size hook that I crocheted the rest of the Claremont Sweater with.

Crochet a Stretchy Rib Cuff Instructions

Scroll down for video tutorial and downloadable pdf version of the instructions.

Key (US crochet terminology)
 
beg – beginning
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
sk – skip

Starting chain : Leaving a long tail (for seaming the edges of the cuff together later), start with a slip knot loop on your hook and chain the required number of stitches and add 1 chain as a turning chain – I chained 23 for 22 stitches.

Note : you’ll need a nice, neat and even chain that isn’t loose as it will end up making one end of your ribbing wider. If you struggle to make a tighter chain, go down a hook size, just for the starting chain.

Row 1 : sk the 1st ch, work 1 sl st into the back loop of each chain (see fig.1).

Note : you will need to crochet the sl sts quite loosely or you will not be able to work into them again on the return row. Practise pulling up the loop a little higher through the stitch than you normally would. One way to do this is to tip the back end of the hook down towards the ground as you pull the loop through the st. (see fig.2).

Tip : To keep the edges of your ribbing looking neat, you’ll need to make sure you turn the work in the same direction each time you start a new row. I am turning my work clockwise. (see fig.3)
three images showing a crochet chain in white cotton

Row 2 : ch1 (see fig.4), do not sk any sts, sl st into the back loop of each st, bearing in mind you may need to tilt the back of the fabric towards you to see the back loop as this stitch sits very flat to the fabric and therefore the loops are only visible when you tip the top edge of the work towards you (see fig.5). Take care not to miss the last stitch (see fig.6)! This can often be smaller and is sometimes accidentally missed. If you are unsure whether you need to crochet into what’s left of the row, count the stitches you have already made! Remember to crochet loosely by opening up the loop you create when you pull it put through the stitch.

a collage of three images showing slip stitch ribbing being crocheted in white cotton

Repeat Row 2 as many times as needed.

Finish with an even row. Fasten off leaving a nice long tail – you’ll use this to sew the cuff to the sweater sleeve.

Keep Going!

This stitch may require a new bit of muscle memory for you so don’t be disheartened if the first few rows seem difficult – keep going, keep the stitches relaxed, keep the pulled-up loop nice and open… after a while it will start to come easily and you’ll be able to work the stitch much more quickly and neatly.

You need to make at least 12 rows before you can experience the stretch effect of this slip stitch ribbing.

For my Claremont Sweater, I have crocheted 60 rows of sl st, giving me an 18cm strip of ribbing.


Seam the Cuff

Using the tail you left at the start (see fig.7), seam the edges of the cuff with a whip stitch through the back loops only of the starting ch and last row made – work front to back, matching stitch for stitch (see fig.8). Sew a double stitch for the first and last whip stitches made for security (see fig.9). Fasten off and weave in the end (see fig.10).

two images showing crochet stretch rib in white cotton
a collage of 3 images showing the seaming of stretchy crochet slip stitch cuff

Attaching the Ribbing to the Sweater Sleeve

selection of tools and materials required to sew a crochet rib cuff to a lacey white sweater - scissors, pins, thread

You will need:

  • Wool needle.
  • Dressmakers’ pins.
  • Scrap yarn for tacking (either 4ply or sewing thread in a different colour to sweater).
  • Scissors
Note: the edge of the sleeve has been prepared with a single crochet border to attach the cuff to. Please see separate instructions for this.

Turn the sleeve inside out. Insert the cuff, with right side facing, inside the sleeve. Line up the seam of the cuff with the inside seam of the sleeve. Pin in place (see fig. 11). Locate the middle of the sleeve edge – in this case, as the sleeve is 3 motifs wide, the middle is the starting ring of the 2nd motif. With the cuff folded at the side seam, match up the fold of the cuff with the middle of the sleeve edge and pin in place (see fig. 12).

two images showing a crochet cuff being pinned to a sweater ready to be sewn on

Gather the Sleeve to Match the Cuff with a Running Stitch

Starting close to one of the pins, attach the tacking thread in the sc border row on the sleeve. Make a double stitch to secure the tacking thread (see fig.13). Make a simple running stitch through the sc border of the sleeve (you’re not attaching the cuff yet, this stitch is ONLY going through the fabric of the sleeve). Stop when you reach the second pin. Carefully pull the tacking thread so that the sleeve fabric gathers (see fig.14). Once you’ve pulled it in enough to match the width of the cuff, make a double stitch to secure the gathers. Massage the gathers to distribute evenly and pin to the cuff (see fig.15).

Now do the same for the other half/side of the sleeve. Cut the tacking thread.

a series if 3 images showing the gathering of a white cotton sleeve with blue tacking stitch in preparation for sewing on a stretch rib crochet cuff

Sew the Cuff to the Sleeve

Thread the extra long tail from the cuff onto the wool needle. If you’ve ended up the long tail at the wrong end/side of the cuff, simply start with a fresh piece of yarn, ensuring it’s about 5 times as long as the circumference of the cuff and secure near the inside seam of cuff.

Whip stitch the cuff to the sweater – insert the needle through both loops of the sc border on the sweater (same way as you’d insert a hook) and then sew to the part of the ribbing that’s directly adjacent, making sure to catch 2 “strands” of yarn from the ribbed edge (see fig. 16). If you only catch one strand it will not be very secure and can also create holes where the loop you’ve caught on the ribbing pulls open.

Remove pins as you go. Finish with a double stitch. Before securing and tying off, carefully remove all tacking, turn the work inside out and check you are happy with your work before you commit to tying off and sewing in ends (see fig.17).

two images showing a stretch crochet cuff with a woman's hands, being added to a white cotton sweater

Crochet a Stretchy Rib Cuff – Download pdf Instructions

Click on the image below – opens in a new window.

Crochet ribbed cuff in white cotton - part of a lacey sweater. Woman's hand with crocheted ribbed cuff holds pot with cactus

Crochet a Stretchy Rib Cuff – Video Tutorial

Best used in conjunction with written instructions!

Did you crochet it?

I hope you like my Claremont Granny Square Pattern – if you give it a try, please let me know!

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Protected: Beginners Crochet Course – Student Resources

March 13, 2022 //  by mezza//  Leave a Comment

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No Holes Small Solid Granny Square Pattern

February 25, 2022 //  by mezza//  Leave a Comment

I designed the “No Holes Small Solid Granny Square Pattern” motif because I wanted a solid granny square that was properly square with sharp corners and no holes. Additionally, I needed a small motif that would be suitable for using the mini skeins I had from www.lottieknits.com. The beautiful hand dyed mini skeins are “Little Bird Sock” which is a 80% Superwash Merino and 20% Nylon blend that crochets up beautifully, holding the shape of the stitches well and offering good drape for clothing without bulk.

The mini skeins I had were quite vivid colours. I had accumulated more than a dozen different colours, so I selected all the pinks, purples and oranges to pair with a solid black yarn to make them really stand out. Putting a dark border on the “No Holes Small Solid Granny Square Pattern” and joining lots of them together in a random colour sequence gives a beautiful paint box effect.

a collage of three images - all on a white backgreound. The first image shows a solid, no holes granny square in variegated purple yarn with a thick black border. The second image shows the hem of a dress made with bright crochet motifs in reds, pinks and oranges and three motifs without border. The third image shows part of a crochet dress made with the same motifs.

Tools & Materials:

You can use any yarn weight and corresponding hook size but for these instructions, I have used the following:

  • 4ply/Fingering weight yarn (e.g. Little Bird Sock from www.lottieknits.com )
  • 3mm hook.

This motif works best with a natural fibre that can be blocked to retain its shape.

Finished dimensions:

5cm x 5cm / 2” x 2”

With three round border – 11cm x 11cm / 4.3” x 4.3”

Important Note:

To achieve the desired effect of the “No Holes Small Solid Granny Square Pattern”, this design features some slight changes to a traditional granny square or even other motifs you may have previously made.

The main differences to take note of are:

  1. After Round 1 you turn the work and make the next round on the “wrong side”. This helps minimise the line or “step” that’s created when a new round is crocheted into the “right side” of the previous round and in effect visually softens the line between the first and second rounds.
  2. The start and end of Round 2 is slightly unusual. It starts with a partial corner with the first proper stitch being worked into the slip stitch that joined the previous round. The final stitch of the round is placed into the same stitch as the slip stitch from the previous round, i.e. the 4th chain of the beginning chain 4 from round 1. This can be tricky to work back into but it’s important to make the last stitch in this chain rather than working around the chain which will leave a visible hole.
  3. The final round is best finished with an invisible bind off.

None of the above may make any sense to you right now, but don’t worry, it’s not a difficult motif – follow the downloadable instructions below and use the video for extra help if you need it!

No Holes Small Solid Granny Square – Instructions

Download the pdf instructions by clicking on the image below.

front cover of pdf crochet pattern for a small solid granny square with no holes. On a white background there is a small section of a dress made with colourful square motifs with a solid black border. An outstretched hand has three crochet motifs balanced on the palm in orange and purple

What I made!

I made a dress with this motif. Although there is not pattern for this dress, I can teach you how to make your own. Join my next guided online course, to design and make your own granny square sweater: sign up for the waitlist.

Did you crochet it?

I hope you like my No Holes Small Solid Granny Square Pattern – if you give it a try, please let me know!

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Learn to Crochet Course – Starting 5th March 2022 – SOLD OUT

February 4, 2022 //  by mezza//  1 Comment

I’m excited to announce that I am able to resume some of my crochet classes at the Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre, in Walton-on-Thames!

Starting with my beginners crochet course, consisting of 4 classes where you will get to grips with all the basics needed to get you competent and confident in the art of crochet.

I have developed a special project that covers starting off, chaining, the basic stitches and joining motifs together for a finished item.

This course is for you if you are :

  • a complete beginner and you’ve never even picked up a hook.
  • someone that has dabbled in crochet but never really got to grips with it.
  • someone that may have crocheted many years ago but need refreshing on the basic techniques.
  • self taught from the internet but want to make sure you’re not picking up any bad habits.

As well as my expert guidance and hands on practical work, the course includes detailed class notes with photo tutorials AND everything you need, including hook, yarn, needles, stitch markers and a handy project bag.

You’ll be making a small item which will teach you how to make a traditional and solid granny square.
You will learn all the essential techniques that can be applied to most basic projects such as:

  • choosing the right size hook and yarn
  • how to hold your hook and yarn
  • chaining
  • slip stitch, single & double crochet
  • crochet chart symbols
  • how to make a square
  • how to change colours
  • how to join motifs using sewing and crochet
  • how to make a cord
  • how to finish off

Learn to Crochet Course Dates 2022

Week 1 – Saturday 5th March 3:30-5:30pm
Week 2 – Saturday 12th March 3:30-5:30pm
Week 3 – Saturday 19th March 3:30-5:30pm
Week 4 – Saturday 26th March 3:30-5:30pm

Cost

The 4 week course is £75 and covers all materials needed.

What you might want to bring

  • Notepad & pen.
  • Scissors.
  • Drink.

This is a great way to learn a new hobby in a friendly setting where you can meet other students with similar interests as well as supporting your local arts centre.

FAQ

Q: Why is the course 4 weeks long?
A : I have seen many day classes and classes that are a couple of hours long, promising to teach you to crochet. Of course there are some that can pick things up very quickly, but a key element of learning to crochet is muscle memory… this is very difficult to achieve in a short, one off class. In fact, a large percentage of my students had previously attended these kinds of classes and not quite managed to commit the techniques to memory. My immersive courses allow you to go home and practice what you’ve learnt in class and come back to me the following week for help with anything you’re unsure of. This 4 week structure really allows the skills to sink in and stick!

Q: I would like to attend your course but I am not able to make all the classes.
A : You can still get a lot out of the course, even if you have to skip some of the weeks, however,  Week 1 & Week 2 are mandatory. It’s very difficult for me to re-teach a whole missed class for one student and then fit in the content for the scheduled class. I have tried to do this in the past and ends up being unsatisfactory for the the student trying to catch up and also for the other students who didn’t miss a class. You will be sent class notes and videos (where applicable) for any classes missed and I’m happy to help via email/WhatsApp. The full cost of the course also applies, even if you can only make some of the classes.

Q: I do not need the starter kit as I have my own yarn and hooks.
A: After many years of teaching crochet to beginners, I have found that the hooks and yarn used make a massive difference to how easily the student picks up the technique and how much they enjoy the experience. Students that bring unsuitable equipment invariably end up frustrated so I have made the decision to provide and include all the materials in the cost of the course.

Q: I am a knitter. I’d like to crochet but I’m worried I won’t be able to.
A: Yes, I have come across this concern many times. There still seems to be a misconception that you either knit or crochet… of course you can do both! Often those with previous experience of knitting or other types of handicrafts can find picking up a new skill relatively easy.

Q: I use a wheelchair, is there wheelchair access to the studio?
A: Yes, there is a ramp into the studio. Please get in touch when you book and I will double check with the staff at the Riverhouse that everything is set up correctly for you.

Q: The dates of this course don’t suit me, will you be running another course and if so, when?
A: I usually run my beginners classes twice a year on Saturdays. If you are not free on Saturdays, I offer one-to-one classes from my home studio or from your home. I can also teach small, private groups of up to 4 people if you have friends/family that would like to join you. Please contact me for more information.

Q: What is your cancellation policy.
A: Please read about our cancellation policy in our terms and conditions: Terms & Conditions

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Beaded Tealight Holder Crochet Pattern

December 30, 2021 //  by mezza//  1 Comment

This Beaded Tealight Holder Crochet Pattern is the perfect way to upcycle Gü & Bon Maman glass ramekins. Scroll down to download step by step instructions or to view video instructions to make these beautiful handmade homewares!

The evolution of this beaded tealight holder crochet pattern is rather circuitous. I was asked to run a private crochet class to teach the mesh stitch so the students could learn how to make a re-usable shopping bag. The class would only be 2 hours long which would not be enough time to make a bag. I do like to make sure that my stand alone classes allow the students to walk away with a finished product. How could I create a mini project that would incorporate some of the elements required to make a bag?

10g of Yarn, Re-purposed Ramekins & Abandoned Beads

As it happened, I had also bought a selection of the “Yarn & Colors Mini Must Haves” on a whim a few weeks previously, not really having any idea what to make with them. At the same time, a rather large stack of empty Gü ramekins were creating a perilous booby trap, ready to go off at any time, in one of my kitchen cupboards. I was also emptying out the remnants of stuff my daughter had left in her room after moving to the US and found several packets of Preciosa Candy Mix beads that she obviously no longer wanted. In the back of my mind, I started to wonder if these three elements could be combined to make something useful… and I also wanted the challenge of creating a complete object with only one of the tiny, 10g mini balls!

Many hours were spent experimenting, getting the pattern just right so that it would fit the glass ramekins and also use only one of the mini skeins.

I ran this as a course at the Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre in Walton. Unfortunately, I never ran the private class as the interested party pulled out at the last minute. I was really looking forward to running the class and had also purchased more yarn, beads, hooks, tealights and elastic bands. Enough to make up 6 kits with 3 tea lights in each. Luckily, I did manage to sell some of the kits during the first lockdown and then my lovely friend Dee, from Dee Opp Yoga placed an order for a set of 10 beaded tealight holders which meant I did make back the money I had spent on materials.

The pattern is for the standard Gü ramekins, which are tapered. The pattern also includes instructions at the end for the ramekins with straight sides which are ever so slightly bigger.

The Preciosa Candy Mix beads are now discontinued but I will list some alternatives below.

A Perfect Gift for Friends & Family

Once you get the hang of the pattern, these crocheted tea light covers work up pretty quickly. With a huge range of yarn colours and beads, you can make endless combinations to match any decor. I have made dozens of these now as thank you gifts and birthday or Christmas presents. People are always delighted with a beautiful and unique handmade gift.

Tools & Materials – Per Holder

  • 3ply or 4ply Cotton Yarn, 10g / 25m (27yds).
  • Hook – 2.5mm / C/2 (Clover Amour are my favourite).
  • Glass jar with a diameter of 7.5cm & height of 4.5cm (Gü cheesecake ramekins with slightly tapered sides).
  • 125 x Small glass or crystal beads with a hole big enough to thread the yarn through, see section below about beads.
  • Tea light.
  • Elastic band that fits snuggly around the top of the jar, no thicker than 4mm. Approx. 5cm diameter works well.
  • Tapestry or wool needle.

Beads

The Czech crystal beads in the photo tutorials are from Preciosa in “Jelly Candy Mix”. They are a square cut bead. 3.4 x 3.4mm with a 1.1mm hole. I used about 10g per jar.

Other suitable beads include:

  • Miyuki Delica Size 8.
  • Toho Seed Beads Size 6.

I bought these from eBay.

Beaded Tealight Holder Crochet Pattern – Instructions

You can purchase the pattern from:

LoveCrafts

Ravelry

front cover of free beaded tealight crochet pattern showing colourful cotton designs

Larger Ramekin

hands hold two empty glass ramekins - one is Gu and one Bon Maman

For the supermarket own brand & Bon Maman puddings in a similar glass ramekin, you’ll need to modify the pattern ever so slightly because the glass dishes are a tad bigger- instructions are on the last page of the download. For these I used Miyuki Delica Size 8 which are crystal beads in a Rose Gold colour. I also added extra beads around the trim on the last row. These were a Christmas gift for my mum.

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Half Claremont Granny Square with Join

December 14, 2021 //  by mezza//  1 Comment

Here are the instructions for the half Claremont granny square with join.

This half motif is a useful option for lengthening the sleeves and body of a garment where one full motif would be too much. I have used the half motif to do just that for this version of my Claremont Sweater. You could just as easily use it to make a blanket or table runner to a more exact size.

You can find the instructions & video tutorial for the full Claremont motif here : Full Claremont Granny Square with Join.

white cotton hand made crochet sweater detail, showing the half motif on cuffs and hem

Tools & Materials

You can use any yarn weight and corresponding hook size but for these instructions (see examples below), I am using a Light DK / Sport weight yarn in one colour with a 4mm / G hook (Paintbox Yarn DK Cotton in Champagne White).

Half Claremont Victorian Style Granny Square with Join – Instructions & Chart

For written instructions with photo tutorials and chart, please download the PDF from my FREE Crochet Motif Directory

front cover of pdf pattern for half claremont granny square motif

Video Tutorial – Victorian style half granny square with join

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Claremont Granny Square with Join – Free Crochet Pattern

October 9, 2021 //  by mezza//  3 Comments

UPDATE: If you want to make your own custom sweater using this motif, I now run an online, guided course to design & make your own granny square sweater. It includes this Claremont motif and lots more! Sign up for the waitlist here: Online Granny Square Sweater Course – Join Waitlist

Claremont is a Victorian style granny square with join. I have used it to make 2 different sweater designs which I made as part of my “Design & Make Your Own Sweater Course”. It looks fantastic in a classic, off white cotton but would also look good in any, solid colour. With a simple border, I think this motif would make a beautiful throw or blanket.

a montage of 3 images showing a woman with long hair wearing a white cotton crochet sweater made with a victorian style granny square

Tools & Materials

You can use any yarn weight and corresponding hook size but for these instructions (see examples below), I am using a Light DK / Sport weight yarn in one colour with a 4mm / G hook (Paintbox Yarn DK Cotton in Champagne White).

When making a project with this motif, for the best results, use one, solid colour. The mesh style join creates an attractive design element along the edges and at the corners of motif, especially where four motifs converge.  If you use different colours for each motif, this effect is lost.

white claremont victorian crochet motif in 4ply. dk and aran worsted yarn

Claremont Victorian Style Granny Square with Join – Instructions & Chart

For written instructions with photo tutorials and chart, please download the pdf here.

front cover of pdf crochet pattern for Victorian style granny square with join

Video Tutorial – Victorian style granny square with join

Half Motif

For instructions on how to make the half motif, please click here (opens in new tab).

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How to Make a 2-1-2 Granny Square with Video

July 31, 2021 //  by mezza//  1 Comment

How to Make a 2-1-2 Granny Square with Video & written instructions. You can also download a pdf pattern below.

This is a 5 round, traditional granny square, using three colours. Colour A is used for 2 rounds, colour B for 1 round and colour C for 2 rounds, hence 2-1-2! Traditionally, granny squares were made to use up scrap yarn and each round would be a different colour and inevitably resulted in lots of ends to sew in! This pattern still gives the opportunity to use multiple colours but there are a few less ends to weave in, 4 less in fact!

Tools & Materials

three granny squares crocheted in pink, brown and teal. A skein of dark turquoise yarn on a background of granny squares. A project bag featuring a lama with a partially made crochet motif and orange hook.

You can use any yarn weight and corresponding hook size but for these instructions. I am using a 4ply / Fingering weight yarn in three colours – A, B & C with a 3mm / D hook. This makes a motif that is 8cm x 8cm / 3.1” x 3.1”. Bear in mind a thicker yarn and larger hook size will result in a bigger motif.

The yarn I have used is Merino Nylon blend 4ply from www.FruitfulFusion.co.uk

The blues and browns are from a mini skein set called “City of Bridges”. The pink is “Mango”.

How to Make a 2-1-2 Granny Square with Video

2-1-2 Granny Square Pattern – Download

Download a pdf of the pattern here. Includes a chart.

How to Make a 2-1-2 Granny Square – Instructions

Round 1 : With colour A, ch4 & join with a sl st in 1st ch to form a ring; ch5*(counts as 1dc & ch2sp); working into the ring, (3dc, ch2) 3 times (see fig. 2); 2dc; sl st into 3rd ch of beg ch5. Do not fasten off (4 x 3dc clusters, 4 x ch2 corners) (see fig. 3)

*Note : If, like me, making a ch5 gives your finishing corner a significantly larger “hole” than the other corners,  switch to a ch4 here and then finish with a sl st in 3rd ch of this ch4 to make the hole match the others. You can use this switch for the start of every round if it suits your gauge better.

three images showing the steps of the first round of a crochet granny square in a variegated brown yarn

Round 2 : Continuing with colour A, sl st into next ch2 sp; ch5(counts as 1dc & ch2sp), in the same sp, 3dc; in next corner space (3dc, ch2, 3dc) 3 times; in first corner sp, 2dc; sl st into 3rd ch of beg ch5. Fasten off (8 x 3dc clusters, 4 x ch2 corners) (see fig. 4)

Round 3 : Join colour B in any corner sp, except where the prev rnd ended; ch5(counts as 1dc & ch2sp), in the same sp, 3dc; (between the next 2 sets of 3dc, make 3dc; in corner sp, 3dc, ch2, 3dc) 3 times; between the next 2 sets of 3dc, make 3dc; in first corner sp, 2dc; sl st into 3rd ch of beg ch5. Fasten off (12 x 3dc clusters, 4 x ch2 corners) (see fig. 5)

rounds 3, 4 & 5 of the granny square in teal and mango pink using an orange Clover amour crochet hook

Round 4 : Join colour C in any corner sp, except where the prev rnd ended; ch5(counts as 1dc & ch2sp), in the same sp, 3dc; [(between the next 2 sets of 3dc, make 3dc) 2 times; in corner sp, 3dc, ch2, 3dc] 3 times; (between the next 2 sets of 3dc, make 3dc) 2 times; in first corner sp, 2dc; sl st into 3rd ch of beg ch5. Do not fasten off  (16 x 3dc clusters, 4 x ch2 corners) (see fig. 6)

Round 5 : Continuing with colour C, sl st into next ch2 sp; ch5(counts as 1dc & ch2sp), in the same sp, 3dc; [(between the next 2 sets of 3dc, make 3dc) 3 times; in corner sp, 3dc, ch2, 3dc] 3 times; (between the next 2 sets of 3dc, make 3dc) 3 times; in first corner sp, 2dc; sl st into 3rd ch of beg ch5. Fasten off  (20 x 3dc clusters, 4 x ch2 corners) (see fig. 7)

Half / Triangle Motif

For instructions for making a half/triangle version of this motif, please visit this page : How to Make a Half / Triangle 2-1-2 Granny Square – Mezzacraft – Sharing the Art of Crochet

Granny Square Sweater Project

I have used these squares to make a granny square jumper/sweater on the bias, using a granny stitch border to join all the motifs together! I have called this the “Fruitful Granny Sweater” because all the yarns were dyed by the talented Ishrat from www.fruitfulfusion.co.uk . This sweater is part of my “Design & Make Your Own Granny Square Sweater” course which I am running at the Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre in Walton-on-Thames is September this year (2021). This course will also be run as a guided online course in November if you would like to take part but are unable to attend in person. Please sign up to my newsletter below to be notified of sign-ups.

Woman with long hair sits on the grass in a green garden wearing a hand made crochet granny square sweater in pink, brown and teal.

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Round Granny in a Square Crochet Motif – With Video Tutorial

September 11, 2020 //  by mezza//  Leave a Comment

This Round Granny in a Square crochet motif was the result of a student asking me if it was possible to make a round granny square. At the time, I didn’t have access to the internet to see what was already available, but because I had some yarn and a hook to hand, I quickly came up with a basic formula. That was back in 2017 and the sample I made was stored in a box in my office and forgotten about. Then, in 2018 I received my Yarn Advent from the talented Lottie Knits. The yarn was so beautiful, I couldn’t think what to make with it or even find a suitable pattern. So my 24 skeins of yarn sat in their box for almost a year. One day I was poking around for something in my office and found the round granny. I instantly though of the Advent Yarn and then wondered how I could round it off into a square so that I would make a scarf. This is the result! I finished the scarf in 2019 and now, almost a another year on, thanks to an Instagram challenge prompt, I have written up the pattern!

two images showing a round granny square being crocheted in rainbow colours

Round Granny in a Square Crochet Motif (Free Pattern)

Download written instructions – click here (opens in new tab).
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Materials & Supplies

To make this motif, you can use any yarn thickness and corresponding hook size. See below for suggestions.

4ply/Fingering weight yarn – 3 mm/D.
DK/Sport weight yarn – 4mm/G.
Worsted/Aran weight yarn – 5mm/H.

Sample motif:

I have used a 4ply yarn with a 3 mm/D hook.

Yardage per square:

In total, I have used 10g/36m/39yds.

Finished dimensions:

Using 3mm hook & 4ply yarn, after blocking – 10cm/ 4” x 10cm/ 4”

Finished size & yardage will vary depending on hook size, yarn thickness & your personal gauge.

Advent Scarf

Here is the scarf I made using this motif. I used 23 x 10g of the Advent Calendar (I didn’t use one of the colours because I felt it didn’t fit in) and I also used about 3/4 of a full 100g skein in the same yarn that I used as a blending colour.

woman with long hair wear hand crocheted patchwork scarf

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