Crocheting a Granny Square Blanket

[@elenityler8351]

That my dear is the most beautiful granny square blanket I have ever seen. My grandmother taught me when I was five and I am almost sixty and I have to say you did an awesome job... I love the colors you chose. Just beautiful...

[@Biancamakesit]

Wow, thank you so much! I really appreciate that compliment 😊

[@elenityler8351]

@@Biancamakesit You are so welcome my friend.

[@tianachidester1566]

I think she did an awesome job too... I wish how hard you worked on it made it last longer 😅 i noticed that isnt always true

[@tianachidester1566]

I still think her work even outshines her clothing

[@tianachidester1566]

Gwanny squares yayyyy 😂 i like you... Youre human

[@Fiber-Arts]

I'm not an expert, but I've seen blankets less well made win prizes at a country fair. Those colors are exquisite together and that is one beautiful blanket.

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much 🥺💕💕💕

[@juliagallant3885]

I have been crocheting now for about 55 years & never was fond of the grannie square pattern even though I have crocheted it once in awhile but sweet lady your work & color palette has inspired this senior lady.😉 Beautiful afghan❤

[@Biancamakesit]

What a great comment 😊 thank you so much!

[@handful65]

That turned out beautiful!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much 😊

[@rhondawilliams2140]

I just learnt something new. Your changing color method is genius.

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you 😊 🫶🏼

[@AnnaLennon-i4i]

The granny square blanket looks beautiful 😊

[@TMReagon]

What natural beautiful colors Earthy tones, my fave.

[@adaynasmile]

Your cat under the covers made me laugh. Not sure why exactly but the lump moving towards you as you worked was super cute.

[@Biancamakesit]

I know, right? 😊 he’s the best

[@naturalhabitat7310]

12:50 girl, I don’t know if the example you showed us here is the way you crochet 100% of the time, but if it is, that is the reason your hand cramps,every single time you finish a granny square. You can use one or more of your fingers on your working hand to stabilize the yarn that’s on your hook, so you don’t have to move your wrist around nearly as much in order to keep it there.

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you for this info!!! I always just hold it the way I hold a pencil, but I’m gonna try what you suggested 🫶🏼😁

[@naturalhabitat7310]

@Biancamakesit I learned to crochet from my grandma, so it's hard to explain. But from what I remember, Bella Coco had a video on her crochet channel about how to hold the hook and yarn ergonomically

[@ElsaR.-th8sc]

Hi, 🤗, There, You have to admit... Through All of your ordeal with sewing this Lovely Granny Square Blanket together....Your Lovely CAT is still by your side. 👍👍👍. He or She made me laugh, when it was running all under the Blanket & then pops up & out. Your expression was sooo funny, too. I wish I still had All my Cats with me. I Started with 10 then it went down to 8. And now it's 0. Cause, they All eventually went up to Heaven & are giving God & Jesus a lot of fun Laughs, now. So, Please, I know you dearly Love your Cat. But, it's just wanting a little attention at that moment. And you were busy at the time. "It's better to have 1 then....NONE". I DO MISS, All My Cats. Blessings to you & your Cat. 🙏. Sincerely, Elsa R. 64 yrs. young/old woman. From out in California. (I Crochet; Hand Knitting; Flatbed Knitting Machine; Embroidery; Sew by Hand; Plus, by Machine; & Needlepoint, too). So, I do my share of Crafts. That I Dearly Love, too. Take it easy when you have to put those square together. I know it's Time Consuming but in the end...Your blanket will be well, Loved & used. 🙄🤔👍👍👍👋. Stay Safe 😷. (Time: 6:13 am)....👋

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much 💕 your thoughtful comment means a lot! Unfortunately cats don’t get to live as long of lives as we’d hope but that just means we get to love so many different cats in our lifetime! My cats name is little duck and he definitely requires lot of belly pets and attention 😊

[@kyleconaghan1794]

The most comfy quilt on planet earth!! ❤

[@Biancamakesit]

🫶🏼😊 it truly is

[@lenamd100]

​@@BiancamakesitКакой состав у пряжи, которую вы использовали?

[@dipi4603]

Those colors are everything and have me excited for fall. I love watching true crime too. I follow Law and Crime you tube channel and watch live trials. I also enjoy watching Pretty Lies and Alibis. The Lawyer You Know is a great channel too. Happy crocheting. ❤

[@Biancamakesit]

I love the lawyer you know! I’ll check out the other ones too 😊 thank you!

[@reverienz]

I adore the colours you chose for your blanket ❤ so beautiful and cosy!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! They remind me of fall 😊

[@kateseverein7650]

Apart from a stunning blanket, yr cat is soooo cute

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much, he’s the best 🥲🫶🏼

[@ondinecowell3884]

Stunning colours

[@CountryMamaToThree24]

That is absolutely beautiful!!! ❤

[@peggyharwell3674]

Fantastic job. It is a show stopper. The sage green border is a perfect choice. I would add another two rows, maybe doing a cross stitch pattern. But, it is beautiful like it is.

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much! I agree it definitely needs another row or two!

[@maricelarodriguez7212]

Bianca I crochet since I was 7, I am 50 now. I use my hands differently when crocheting, I never get blisters. Anyways, I adore your blanket, it’s gorgeous!!!! Thank you for the great video ❤

[@STRSHT]

So cool❤

[@Biancamakesit]

I’ve learned a lot since posting this, and I’m working on getting comfortable with a new hand position 😁

[@bridgetloosen1188]

Gorgeous blanket❤️😁 I love love granny squares

[@barbaramason9494]

Gorgeous blanket! Now you can enjoy it. Handmade things are the best! Awesome job! Your cat is comical! 😊

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you 😊 I agree

[@PaulaJonesy]

That’s so beautiful! I love it! Thank you. Hugs from England ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! 🤗

[@Iamlynie1]

That is absolutely stunning, I see you had a little helper 😊❤

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! And yes, he’s the best helper 😊🤍

[@KymMerrick-s2u]

Great job 👍 colours look beautiful together and the green border was a perfect choice, looking forward to seeing the shorts 🙂

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Angela-zu8dh]

I really enjoyed this video. Your blanket turned out beautiful. You cat was funny crawling around under the blankets.

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much 💕 I’m glad you enjoyed it 😊 he’s my helper

[@tlisegibbs-ward7553]

Stunning ❤

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! 😊

[@kathymahon335]

Just gorgeous! And I agree it’s hard to get comfortable crocheting big projects! 🧶

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! I agree, I’ve also learned that I should readjust my hand position when I’m holding the hook… that’s probably why I kept getting blisters on my fingers 😁

[@n.v.b2]

Absolutely beautiful! The colors are wonderful! Great job on finishing it!

[@MsCassieCrowe]

I made a full size sunflower granny square blanket last year and got SO tired of making all the small squares! Next time I make something with granny squares I'm going with much larger squares which equals much less work joining them. I crocheted mine together instead of sewing them together but it wasn't any easier. I don't think there's really an easy way to do it...joining granny squares is a pain either way, especially trying to find a comfy position to do so. Your blanket turned out very pretty though! I'd say the discomfort was worth it 😘😀

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you, and yes I totally agree … the temporary discomfort was well worth it!

[@terimcgibney4930]

I'm so glad I found your channel. I've been crocheting for 40 years and all I do is granny squares, usually 1 big granny square baby blankets with a ruffle border. But, your blanket is absolutely gorgeous and looks so beautiful on your bed. Great job!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! That’s such a sweet comment 💕🫶🏼

[@gaajicandjela]

I loooveee your styleeee, congrats on finishing the blanket, its really beautiful!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much!!

[@LinaLuu-o4c]

Colourfull granny square blanke! Love it

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much 😊

[@espoirespoir586]

Beautiful blanket. Lovely 😍

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much!

[@Ksherman276]

Beautiful blanket & adorable cat!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you, he’s the best 🫶🏼

[@michellem8284]

That blanket is beautiful!!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you!

[@pasha32ca]

I would like to thank you for showing me a method which I didn't think of with my laptop. I was always using it as a desktop, but now I will try to incorporate it in my daily activities so it will be fun!!!

[@Biancamakesit]

Glad I could help 💕😊

[@ShdonnaBolden]

Your crocheted granny squares is very beautiful and I am praying that the one that I am crocheting comes out the same way your did

[@Biancamakesit]

I hope so too! Thank you 😊

[@ShdonnaBolden]

Yes I knows so and you're very welcome

[@karenmiller1105]

Love your kitty. Love your afghan. It came out amazing. I started getting the rolled organic oats at Sprouts in the bulk section and it’s so much cheaper. Really enjoyed this video.

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! That’s a great idea… I should definitely start buying in bulk

[@nicolacarter5277]

Gorgeous blanket,love your colours and your kitty!😍

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much 😊 💕

[@TuckersMom23]

I love your beautiful blanket! You did a great job and should be proud of yourself!! Hope you have an awesome weekend!!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much!! I will and you too 😊

[@karenwoodhull]

Lovely granny square blanket!🌸

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you!

[@joycekhan2756]

Beautiful colors love the blanket

[@alexanderanderson8380]

I love this color pallet so much!!! Also your content feels very understood and realized! I love your confidence and your editing skills are wonderful! Keep it up!!!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much! I appreciate this comment 😊💕

[@nhathaway5840]

Beautiful blanket!!❤

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! 😊

[@SirenSalvitore]

It's beautiful. I love your cat too 🤗❤

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! He’s the best craft buddy 🫶🏼

[@HooksUp-ir8to]

Very pretty!!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! 😊

[@Suezeeknits]

I love it and the colours you used are perfect!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much!

[@nanniecath528]

Your blanket is beautiful! I enjoyed watching this - will motivate me.

[@Biancamakesit]

I’m glad to hear it, thank you 😊

[@lolapatrick958]

Absolutely beautiful! Kudos to you! Love your colour combination! I've crocheted a few blankets and know what it takes! You'll have lots of pleasure treasuring this!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! 😊

[@EdwanaCole]

That is very beautiful like the color s are look so good together.

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! Reminds me of fall 😊

[@barbiec4312]

10 out of 10! Great job.

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you thank you 😁🫶🏼

[@TheBebelass]

It is beautiful ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥

[@pearl_b]

I’m making a baby blanket w 25 granny squares and I literally hate myself now that it’s time to sew them 😝 I can’t imagine the patience this project took but omg it’s incredible !!!! 😍

[@KimSiembor]

This is so pretty. What are the colors used. How many skeins of each?

[@saracrisci8220]

Your blanket turned out so beautiful!!! I applaud you for being able to finish such a tedious project 😭❤️❤️❤️ well worth it!!!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much!!

[@InmysparetimeCrochet]

Absolutely stunning! A true labour of love 🥰

[@Biancamakesit]

It truly is 😊 thank you

[@Cindy-ng6sx]

Love it ❤❤and I I’m not the only one who gets a neck ache when crocheting 😂😂😂

[@Biancamakesit]

Definitely not the only one! 💕

[@pamelamees1390]

Your channel is new to me but I was so impressed with your gorgeous blanket I just had to subscribe to see what else you have or will create. Great job!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thanks for subbing!

[@miznataly01]

Gorgeous blankets

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you 🫶🏼💕

[@beckydorian7043]

Gorgeous blanket ❤❤❤

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! 😊

[@barbaraburdett9594]

Beautiful blanket. All that work I know your tired of crocheting that blanket but you should put another row on for border, it will give it a much cleaner and complete finished look:)

[@Biancamakesit]

Good suggestion! Now that it’s been awhile I can probably find the energy to do that 💕

[@yurinerisyamate5629]

beautiful work! love to watch it u doing ur crochet while I do mine, feels less lonely ❤

[@Biancamakesit]

Love that!! I do the same thing 😊💕

[@morgellonsdirect513]

Beautiful work.

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much 😊

[@evelyngonzalez8028]

Hello I am new to yoir channel and I have tonsay I LOVE THIS BLANKET 😮❤ The colors go beautifully with each other and keeping the border simple will not take away from squares. I have been wanting to make one for years but haven't. Seeing your finished blanket has made me decide to finally do one. Do you have a pattern for the squares? Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much, this comment means a lot to me as a new KZbinr 😊 I do have a video on how I make my squares up on my channel

[@evelyngonzalez8028]

@@Biancamakesit that is awesome... I am absolutely going to check it out. Thanks for sharing 🥰🙏

[@suzannejohnson5604]

Beautiful and inspiring!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you!

[@broella6493]

So pretty!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much 💕

[@sandragoss62]

Gorgeous colours ❤ it’s beautiful ❤

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you!

[@sandragoss62]

@@Biancamakesit you’re very welcome 🥰

[@beverlyb5144]

Great blanket!!!

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you!

[@karenlauricella4976]

Looks amazing well done from me in Australia 🇦🇺

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@paulaa6976]

beautiful!!! 🤩

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you!!

[@Ola-ye9ur]

I love your blankiet!!! Do You remember how many bolls of yarn did you use? I am planning to make my own granny square sofa throw ❤

[@Biancamakesit]

I wish I kept track, but I had to make so many trips back to hobby lobby to get more 😢🤍

[@mahleagrossman9144]

Lauren with hidden gems is good.

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! I’ll give it a listen 😁

[@FridaPfirter-nz5dm]

Hello! I found you and i want to congratulate you for that wonderful blanket!❤😊

[@Biancamakesit]

Hi! I’m glad you found me, thank you!

[@KS-bg3sp]

Nice blanket! About how much did you spend on the yarn?

[@Biancamakesit]

I went back to the craft store so many times while I was making the granny squares so I don’t remember exactly how much it cost me, but I got all my yarn from hobby lobby and there were certain days where the yarn was 50% off so that helped a lot!

[@CharmainGreyling]

Beautiful 🎉

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you very much 💕

[@cathykinsella6729]

Thanks for the video (and the heads up about 10 to life) ❤❤❤

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! And of course 😊

[@42clip]

I’ve just seen this video now. Have you tried ergonomic hooks - something with padding - it definitely helps with hand cramping. I taught myself to hold the hook like a knife rather than a pencil in order to use them. Made a big difference. Clover Amour are my favourites. Susan Bates has ergonomic ones too, or you might be able to buy a foam thingy to slip on the hook you already have. It’s a beautiful blanket!

[@Biancamakesit]

That’s a great idea! Thank you, I’m definitely going to be switching my hand position… or get a better hook like you mentioned 😁

[@42clip]

@@Biancamakesit Sounds good. It's all worth a try! Enjoyed your video and like I said, your blanket is lovely.

[@Loraineatkinson6]

Beautiful 😍😍😍😍

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! 😊

[@MrsPriHancock]

Wow your the first person I’ve seen hold their yarn like I do

[@Biancamakesit]

I’m glad I’m not alone 🧡

[@carmenlatham4136]

Awesome job 😊

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! 😄

[@soullyricsk]

Mr Ballen is my fav ☺ His storry tellong is amazing

[@chickenfingerss]

LOVE HIMMMM

[@Biancamakesit]

Agreed! He’s one of my faves too!

[@soullyricsk]

@@Biancamakesit Yay

[@Amoresable]

I know the feeling lol I was doing the same thing 🤦‍♀️

[@miskatonicuniversitycraftclub]

What a pretty color combo! Lovely blanket. For uh, youtube true crime I highly recommend The Casual Criminalist. He's got professional writers that do all the research and write the scripts and they cover all manner of crimes and its just very fun and informative.

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you! I haven’t listened to them yet so I’m excited now to hear something new 🙌🏻

[@adeleyoung9828]

Amazing. Do you block the individual squares before joining them all up ? Thanks x

[@Biancamakesit]

I didn’t, but I will for my next project!

[@pamelamckenzie2685]

I love what you made i love your cat great video

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much 😊

[@PhoebebuffayReginaphalange]

Seni tebrik ederim. Bravo 🎉 👏👏 Ben de aynı bu kare motiflerden battaniye yapıcam. Umarım üstesinden gelebilirim 😅😂

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you so much! Good luck 👍🏻 😁

[@PhoebebuffayReginaphalange]

@@Biancamakesit teşekkürler 🌼💖

[@thedog4266]

What yarn did you use? I'm thinking about making my mom a blanket for christmas but idk if my yarn is the right size

[@Biancamakesit]

I used the pearl spun low pilling fiber from yarn bee

[@thethriftychickadee7245]

I could so relate to one of the first things you said in this video because I said something very similar last night ... "I need 110 hexagons and I need to make 4 more." lol Yep now I get to start putting them all together. Anyway, your blanket is beautiful.

[@Biancamakesit]

Hahah I’m glad you could relate 😁 it’s so rewarding when you’re finally done 💕

[@thethriftychickadee7245]

@@Biancamakesit I'm sure!

[@DonW-so4pm]

Hi, love the blanket you made! The colors are beautiful, I was wondering what yarn and colors you used?

[@Biancamakesit]

Hi! I used the Yarn Bee Pearlspun low pill fiber yarn in the colors: matcha Mondays, moss, citrine dream, rust, pale taupe, and pearl :)

[@DonW-so4pm]

Thank you so much! Really appreciate your help.

[@1000-v7]

Очень красиво получилось 👍👏💐🌈

[@SackinaGoulbourne]

What color yarns she use to make a granny square blanket. And how many granny squares did she make. And don't forget the chains and rows.

[@tianachidester1566]

Dont make yourself too sick of making granny squares... Keep life in perspective... Its good to crochet 😊

[@tianachidester1566]

I chain stitch crochet... I have never made a granny square 😊 amazing

[@Biancamakesit]

So true, thank you 😊

[@kelleyalmond1667]

I love this comment. I sometimes find granny squares a daunting thing and you have changed my mindset! Thank you❤️

[@Jdd924]

I make blanket for people with their favorite color and inspired by the next generation on my own style and patterns that are very unique and a great idea for the best of all the way to make it to your own ideas and to be a positive product that is a very appealing gift to be able to make something for the purpose of the enjoyment and to be able to see what I want and to reproduce it as art and the love of the real want is what I am doing and really enjoying it is handmade and will never be reproduce is a important part of what I am doing to help people see what they can do and what is happening with their interests in being able to make something for themselves is something they have not done and they are willing to learn to make something out and thats another opportunity for a great craft fashionable and unique is the best way to show case different ideas for an opportunity unique

[@davidthomas3165]

Beautiful blanket, I'm going to use all my very small balls of wool, the only problem you put the squares together so fast and not close up so we can't see how you do it. You do show us how to put the boarder on.

[@Biancamakesit]

I appreciate the input! My next crochet video I’ll try to get a better shot of what I’m doing 😊

[@grace2106]

RottonMango podcast is really good! :)

[@Biancamakesit]

Thanks! I’ll check it out 😁

[@jaybird3225]

Why do cats so love crochet ❤

[@Biancamakesit]

Great question 😁

[@Pinkshaddow07]

Oh my gosh it’s so beautiful!! Could you tell me what the weight of the yarn is please? You’ve inspired me! 🥰

[@Biancamakesit]

This is the yarn bee pearlspun low pill fiber and it says the weight is 4 medium :)

[@Pinkshaddow07]

@@Biancamakesit thank you! 😊

[@Janstone77]

@@BiancamakesitYou have inspired me! May I ask how many y balls of each color you used approximately! So lovely and you are beautiful!

[@staceyw.6608]

It came out really lovely. I love the colors! You should also check out Christina Randall, if you haven't already. Fellow true crime lover here and crocheter of over 36 years. yikes! Am I that old?

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you!! And I’ve been watching her channel for awhile! I can quote her intro almost word for word 😂

[@ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq]

❤❤❤❤ awesome 👍🏾❤❤❤❤

[@Biancamakesit]

Thank you 😊

[@Rara-pr9wg]

Wow we arw so similar i sew and crochet....and i watch true crime stuff while doing them😮❤We also both love cats

[@Biancamakesit]

Love thisss!!!! 😊😊 so happy to find like-minded people on here 💕

[@hollyclaiborn3147]

Hold your hook like a knife and let you yarn flow through your fingers on your other hand and you won't have cramps or blisters afterward. There are tutorials that show this. Happy crocheting.

[@Biancamakesit]

This was so helpful! Thank you 😊

[@firstmorningdew]

I was thinking about the exact thing but hesitated whether to write or not..☺️ She is very young BUT the way she holds the hook and yarn can even cause carpal tunnel syndrome very soon. If she wants to keep crocheting with ease and fun, she needs to change the style. Then everything will be good🤗🥳

[@beaedens285]

@@BiancamakesitI’ve been crocheting using the same hold as you for over fifty years and haven’t yet developed carpal tunnel syndrome. The trick with any hand work is simply to take an occasional break to let your hands rest. Your blanket is absolutely gorgeous!! 😊

[@firstmorningdew]

@@beaedens285 OK.

[@KS-bg3sp]

Did you sew in the ends at the end of each square?