THE VERSATILE GRANNY SQUARE

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Figures 1, 2, 3: Rnd 1: ch 6, join last ch to first with a slip stitch to form a ring. Ch 3 to count as first dc, work 2 more do in ring, ch 2 for corner. Figure 4: Work 3 dc, ch 2, until you have a total of 4 groups. Join with sl st into top of starting ch 3 Figure 5: Rnd 2: Join new color in any ch 2 corner space. Ch 3 for first dc. Note: To continue working with the same color, sl st over the 3 do and in the ch-2 corner, then ch-3 for first dc. Figure 6: In same corner, work 2 dc, ch 2 3 dc. *Ch 1, in next ch 2 corner space work 3 dc, ch 2, 3 do to make another corner. Repeat from " twice more, ch 1, join with sl st into top of starting ch 3. Figure 7: Rnd 3: Join new color in any ch 2 corner (or if using the same color, sl st to the ch 2 corner space.) Ch 3 for first dc, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 do for corner. Ch 1, work 3 do in ch 1 space, ch 1, work another corner as before. Continue around the squares in this fashion until all four sides are completed. Join with sl st into top of starting ch 3. You've completed three rounds.

You can involve your own kids by letting them sew squares together. Just give them the basic directions and then let them create. You may be surprised at the original inventions they come up with. My sons, Alexander and Demetrius, made wonderful presents for Grandparent's Day. Alexander made an eyeglass case for his Grampa, using four squares and some felt as lining. Demetrius used two squares, felt for lining, and polyfill stuffing to create a pincushion for Gramma. Of course their grandparents were delighted and gushed over the boys' accomplishments.

You can ask your whole family to participate in the crochet projects you embark on. Choosing colors is enjoyable, and even more so when it's a family decision (especially if it will be used in the family room). Select yarn in your children's favorite colors and make an afghan with matching pillows. Your labor of love will be a special keepsake for years to come.

GIANT GRANNY-SQUARE AFGHAN

Size: About 60" square.

Materials:

•4 ply worsted weight yarn
• 3 skeins black
• 2 skeins each: white, dark red, royal blue, forest green, sunny yellow, deep purple, and lavender
Size I aluminum crochet hook

Color Pattern

•Rod 1 through 6: Arranging colors as desired, work each round in a different bright color.
•Rnds 7 and 8: Work in black. •Rnd 9: Work in white.
•Rnds 10 and 11: Work in black.
•Rnds 12-23: Work each round in a different bright color.
•Rnds 24-28: Repeat rounds 7 through 11.
•Rnds 29-40: Work each round in a different bright color.
•Rnds 41-45: Repeat rounds 7 through 11.

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