EASY BEGINNER'S Rectangle Granny Square Blanket, with Bonnie Barker

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Come join Bonnie as she shows you how to crochet EASY BEGINNER'S Rectangle Baby Blanket.
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[@sharonopstbaum1023]

Nice clear directions! I see a rectangle in my near future. Thanks!

[@robynmcleod122]

Excellent instruction - I've done the rectangle before, but couldn't remember how to start. No, I did not snooze through any of your tutorial, and yes, I have "hooked" right past a corner many times, so keep on reminding all of us!

[@jlee294]

I've never done a rectangle granny. You explain it better than anyone. Now I just have to decide on colors. Thank you so much 😊

[@patriciaboulware5552]

Beautiful blanket and you were very easy to follow. Im not a beginner but the only thing i knew how to do was granny squares and they werent perfect. I just started to pick up crochet again after several years so im trying new things and this was one. And again thanks for being a great teacher and taking the time and patient to go slow.

[@sharonmachado6185]

I have never done a granny rectangle. You explained it perfectly. Thank you so much 😊

[@tmorales1969]

You are a GREAT teacher. You may think that you're being repetitive but your repetition helped me learn how to do this stitch! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

My pleasure Tamara! I sure do benefit from many repetitions here.

[@MsVanessa512]

This was the first time making a rectangular baby blanket, it turned out really nice, your tutorial was very easy to follow so thank you and god bless you!❤️

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

That’s great Celeste!😊❤️

[@aricadias5763]

Absolutely beautiful

[@chrisfiguera9704]

I love the way you teach! I viewed some other videos to learn how to make the granny rectangle and found them very confusing. But with you it was so easy to understand and you go over it multiple times for us newbies..

[@CherylMA2]

I'm making this in a blanket/afghan in a variegated yarn, solid yarn & a striped yarn. Ita very interesting... very colorful.

[@susanmcknight2124]

Bonnie I got up this morning and saw this I had to smile because this is very similar to the very first blanket i ever made I used Red heart Red and Cream I made a big one for my son and was so proud of myself Thank you Your such a wonderful teacher and a very pleasant voice

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Thank you Susan!

[@joyceandraysmith9289]

Love it......great instructions....not a problem with repeating......works for most of us!,

[@feliciaweatherspoon2303]

Thank you, Bonnie for sharing your pattern!! That's a beautiful blanket!! ❤

[@lindafreund8393]

Love the way you show how to add a new color and work the ends in all at the same time. Something I find very helpful. Great teaching video! Thank you for doing it.

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

My pleasure Linda!😊

[@patsyweiss9092]

Thanks for this tutorial, Bonnie. I started mine today with RH Ombré and an I hook. I’ve never done a rectangle afghan. You make it a breeze to understand!

[@sondrabowers4837]

Good morning, Bonnie, I have never,ever tried rectangle crochet 🧶 thank you 🙏 for precise explanation of how to do. You’re explanation is awesome 👏. I’m trying to work on a lap blanket for my daughter. Have a beautiful day. & crochet 🧶 on 😎

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Thank you Sondra! Hope you enjoy this one!

[@sheriecooper4260]

Thank you for your efforts I won't be making this blanket because you don't tell stich multiple. I don't finnish all my projects so I can't buy every. Persons wares . Love your cable work . Hope to be up to it soon. Love your calm presence.

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Ok, thank you

[@sandygrogg1203]

Bonnie.. Thsnk yiu so much for teachung us this pattern. I actually did a rectangular granny years ago, but really needed a refresher… I am starting one, udung Puzzle, in the colorwayvMaize, fir my daughter’s September birthday. I will be usung an N hook, which gives me a great drape. I wan.t to make a couoke if baby blankets, too. ❤❤😊

[@charliekvidahl9468]

this video is amazing! it was so easy to follow and quick to learn because you are so vocal about each step! thank you

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

cai k my pleasure! I love this craft so much and don’t want anyone to miss out.😊❤️

[@c.manning4509]

Such beautiful colors of yarn that are so complimentary and it looks incredibly soft! 💕💕💕

[@marcihummel9715]

I love your tutorials and have made some of your projects. You are very clear and concise, which makes it easy to follow along. Thank you very much, Bonnie!

[@rimakawkabani6629]

Amazing tutoring. All the precise details. I’m still working on my blanket. Looks great so far

[@deborahleone4351]

Mine too!!! AND NO COUNTING!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Just have to pay attention to the corners.....and as Bonnie said, “they come up quick on you”! TRUE!❤️🙏🕊🙋‍♀️ I’m doing mine in Christmas colors, had all this yarn left over from ornaments I crocheted.....oh, my goodness, it’s looking so festive! I just love this pattern! THANK YOU BONNIE!❤️🌹🙏🕊👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@lindaoharris]

I am new and looked at many videos before finding yours. Thank you ❤

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Welcome to my channel Linda! If you are looking for something specific, please feel free to try the search on my home page. I have hundreds of videos!

[@MariaRodriguez-cl2yl]

Thank you so much , it was so easy the way you explain it and show it step by step Gid bless you , I love it 💕

[@chelyz9607]

I love how you show your beautiful work at the end of your videos. Thank you

[@patdancer985]

Hi Bonnie from Tx....The Granny Square pattern has always been my go to if I needed something pretty and fast but sometimes would want it in rectangle form. Thank-you so much for this tutorial and now am making one.🤗 I have fallen in love with the yarn you are using....size 5 is perfect. You go girl ☺

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Thank you Pat!!

[@marylatno3797]

Thank you so much for this pattern……you make it easy.

[@fransjourney6193]

Thank you Bonnie, I will be making this for my great grandson ♥️♥️

[@bethtisdalestaton7250]

*ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL 💝!* I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS BLANKET PATTERN & I LOVE HOW YOU ENDED WITH THE BEAUTIFUL EDGING 💝! WE HAVE A GREAT, GREAT NIECE COMING NOV. 30TH & THIS IS PERFECT 💝😊!!! I ALSO LOVE THE TOP THAT YOU ARE WEARING 💝! YOU MAKE BEAUTIFUL CABLES, SO I'M SURE YOU MUST HAVE MADE IT 😊! YOU CAN'T BUY BEAUTIFUL TOPS LIKE THAT IN ANY STORE. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING 😊💝!

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Thank you Beth! I hope to get this sweater pattern written up and out there soon. Just need the time to slow down enough to do it!

[@peggyjohnson8134]

Thank you for making this stitch so easy.will be making this for a great grandson!!

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Congratulations on being a great-grand parent Peggy! That's such a blessing.

[@flormartin7883]

I decided what to crochet Rectangular granny blanket Thanks for the tutorial I stopped crocheting now I am back doing more projects

[@7jules13]

Thanks so much! Great tutorial!

[@karentmcwatters3072]

Thank you - I have never seen this before & just love it for lap blankets. Also, learnt how to change the speed !!

[@normamoore7240]

What a lovely tutorial, I've taught myself to crochet , ( and I'm left handed) , but I'm having a few problems , one was joining a different colour into my work, I've watched lots of videos but they all go too fast for me , Then I found you, What a joy to watch your tutorials , I feel I can have a go at lots of different pattern , watching you makes me feel adventurous, thank you so much Bonnie Norma from England 😘

[@karenholly6221]

I have watched a few tutorials explaining the rectangle granny and I could not get it right. Then I watched yours. Thank you!

[@judysweatman7501]

Thank you! I could never figure out how to slow down the speed of a video!!! (👵🏻) I really love your tutorials, and appreciate all the time and effort you put forth to make them so fabulous!!!

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Thank you Judy! So glad you like this one!

[@roseanneward657]

You can slow it down by clicking the icon in the upper right corner of the video and adjust the playback speed.

[@karensorenson4925]

Thank you Bonnie! I'm going to try to make this - it is really beautiful & you are a joy to listen to - thank you so much - Merry Christmas - Karen Sorenson

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Thank you Karen! That is so very kind of you!😊❤️

[@cherylboyd5548]

That's some pretty yarn too

[@julesprince-t1s]

So clear thank you. Wish I could hold yarn in left hand. Have tried but can't get to grips with it. I hold everything in right hand

[@coleenluvscrochet3391]

So beautiful thank you for teaching us how to crochet such a beautiful blanket

[@lisarepp2401]

Thank you for your tutorial. It was wonderful 😊

[@ceceliaellingwood4767]

Love this pattern and the yarn colors! Thank you

[@tainyaross2842]

Thank You Bonnie for this tutorial! I always wonder how you would make one of those Blankets, and now I know!🙋🏽‍♀️😉🥰🥰

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Great Tainya! This one was fun and comes together very quickly!

[@tiffanic.4458]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! Awesome teacher!

[@deborahm4484]

Love this blanket Bonnie xx

[@beckybramlett3515]

Love this Pattern !!

[@tonidibernardo171]

Thank you so very much for this beautiful pattern and easy tutorial.

[@jennyvelez8257]

I love your tutorial very easy to follow I’m a bigigenner

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Welcome to the crochet community Jenny!

[@marywood8241]

Love this pattern ❣ Thank you for sharing this ❣🥰❤❤

[@valetterhone5300]

Thank you this is beautiful!!

[@sandygrogg1203]

Thank you for another easy to follow tutorial... 💜

[@joanvernal3709]

Thanks Bonnie I love this I am going to use this pattern to make armrest for my sofa, watching from 🇯🇲 Jamaica

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

How lovely Joan! Please send some of that lovely tropical weather my way if you can. We have snow here. Makes me really miss South Florida where I grew up!

[@helenrieck2343]

Great tutorial, never did a rectangle, on my list now😉

[@donnamayo8504]

I am going to try this great tutorial!

[@marycintron9221]

I know this video was made 2yrs ago, but I'm hoping you can still give a count for starting chain. In case we want to make it shorter or longer. I love how well you explain everything. Thank you.

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

You can make the starting chain any size you wish. It will change the ratio of the sides though.

[@jenniejacobs2008]

Thank you. Good tutorial

[@eileenferguson6381]

Love it

[@nursedebi8408]

Wonderful teacher! Calm and reassuring. I subscribed!

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Welcome aboard Nurse Debi!

[@deborahm4484]

Making it in pink blue yellow and green with white in between each stripe of color xx

[@eileenvacirca6729]

Thank you so much for this video. You are amazing.

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Thank you Eileen!

[@maxinewrittenhouse9347]

I have got to tell you I have been hurting for you I lost my inf for this blanket I got a new phone and for some reason this did not move over like it should have your my life thank you thank you

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Welcome back to my channel Maxine!😊❤️

[@deborahleone4351]

I LOVE THIS PATTERN, BONNIE! THANK YOU SO MUCH! I don’t think I’ve ever seen a rectangular granny.......I’m making lapghans for nursing home/COVID and recovering COVID pts, with large print scripture cards tucked in! I’ve never used this type of yarn in my 45+ years of crocheting! (How boring I am! Lol lol lol!😅😂🤣😇) I once purchased “enough yarn” (you know how 5hat goes, ya always get 1-2 more skeins of the same lot number 🙄) needless to say, I spent too much money, but that wouldn’t have bothered me since it was for a gift..........IF I COULD HAVE ACTUALLY CROCHETED WITH THAT YARN!!!! 🤭😱 It was the very “fuzzy/furry” yarn, super soft, perfect for this brandy-new baby blanket I thought I was making. SOOO..... I could NOT find my stitches in between the “furry fuzz”! I became so frustrated, I gave the entire bag of yarn away (complete with warning label 😅😂) so I’m a bit wary of anything thicker etc. I know I don’t have to use this yarn, but it just looks SOOOOOO soft and comfy, and it doesn’t seem to split at all. So, come payday, I, going to get a few skeins and go for it......with Jesus at my side, of course! 🕊❤️🙏🙋‍♀️ THANK YOU AGAIN, GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR WORK/MINISTRY, IN JESUS’S WONDERFUL NAME, AMEN. 🕊❤️🙋‍♀️😘🙏🌹

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Thank you Deborah! Always feel free to use whatever yarn you have available. I did enjoy using this soft yarn and it does work up very quickly!

[@evelyngonzalez5223]

Beautiful!! Love the colors you used

[@Cacrocker11]

Love this!! Thank you so much!!!💝💖💝

[@donnar.pezzano8845]

Bonnie, I just love the variation on the regular square granny by crocheting a rectangular one! You are a hellava great crocheter & teacher! I could sit by my laptop & watch you for hours, and you are never redundant ! As many times as I may watch a particular video I always pick up on something that I didn't notice the time before! I wish we lived near each other I would love to have you over for coffee and in an Italian household when you have coffee there is always plenty of cake to go with it!! You are a terrific teacher , God bless you & your family for sharing your knowledge & beautiful self with all of us , you are such a beautiful person both inside & outside ! Cant wait to get notice of your next video to add to my Bonnie Bay collection! :)

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Donna Pezzano thank you for your extremely kind words! If you are ever in Gaithersburg, MD or at a conference, let’s get that coffee and cake ( although I may have a Diet Coke instead😊, never acquired the taste for coffee unfortunately). Many blessings to you!

[@377nicola]

This is great! Thanks Bonnie😍

[@carynscheffer6299]

I have plans to make this in blues for my teenage son. He is autistic and likes to put his toes through the large spaces of his afghans. I made a different design for him when he was 7. It finally had such a huge hole, I had to toss it. My question is, could I do an extended double crochet down to the chain below the current row, instead of a chain one, between clusters to fill in the spaces?

[@Saucyakld]

Gorgeous, am going to try it!

[@Crochetma4life]

Love it..thank you for being so easy to learn from....💕🤓

[@jenniejacobs1138]

I like this.

[@france492]

I love it ! Finally I got it ! But I still have a little issue with the corners . 3 single stitches when you close the round right? Thank you very much. Love the explanations

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

The corners are all (3 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet) in the chain 2 corner.

[@NotHalfBadNomad]

Great tutorial. You explained it well although you do go fast for a beginner who’s trying to follow along. The double crochet part is easy enough but maybe show us in slow motion when you are turning corners or doing something different other than the regular Stitch. I am going to try this very same pattern tonight!

[@roseanneward657]

You can adjust the video playback speed in the upper right corner icon.

[@sweetpickle57]

Thank you, for a easy to understand tutorial. I have some of that Parfait yarn in my statsh. I can make something with it! 💖💖

[@joykelsaw2371]

Love this tutorial better

[@kalap435]

Hello I like the way you show and explain.But my blanket is not going straight .Please Can you explain what should I do ?

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

You can always send photos of the problem areas to me at [e-mail] and I can take a look.

[@carennewbury8309]

Hi. Can you tell me which yarn I can use which will be comparable to the yarn used in your video? I can’t find the yarn you are using. I’d love to try this! Thanks.

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Any #4 or worsted weight yarn or even a #5 will work. Lots of options on this design.😊

[@maryharriman1365]

Bonnie can you use 4 ply yarn instead..

[@edrismaddry9413]

Love this demo. Tnx.

[@imanyounis4398]

beautiful thanks for sharing am from Jordan

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Iman Younis welcome to my channel!😊😊❤️

[@daisymoses7850]

Thanks again love this tutorial Sydney Australia

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

I love Sydney! Looking forward to going back someday!

[@bonniejalsevac7946]

How does the chain number affect the size of the granny rectangle? I have seen charts with both even and odd chain numbers...crib 13, twin 58, double 31, king 49. I did a 5 round swatch with your 32 chains. I am going to teach grandkids. One will want a doll granny rectangle...would appreciate some clarification on chains. Thanks Bonnie

[@shortercrochet4243]

If I decided not to do a color change, would I just continue around each corner until complete?

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Michelle Shorter that’s correct! Those color changing yarns would be a good option for this design too!

[@reginaanson7851]

Bonnie, as usual, you’ve delivered! BUT, I’m more interested in the beautiful sleeveless sweater you were wearing - is there a pattern? Kindly let me know. I would appreciate it a lot. Thanks much. And may the Almighty God continue to shower you with blessings in abundance.

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Thank you so very much for your blessing Regina! I'm working on the written pattern and hope to have it available sometime this summer.

[@bethtisdalestaton7250]

@@BonnieBayCrochet I KNEW THAT YOU HAD TO OF MADE IT 😊💝! IT IS BEAUTIFUL & I HAD JUST POSTED THAT IN MY COMMENT, LOL 😂💝!!!

[@charlottegreely5909]

Great tutorial😁

[@lindayarwood551]

I have a quick question how many more chains would you add to make the starting chain a little longer? Multiples of?

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

You can add multiples of 4 to the original starting chain Linda.

[@lindayarwood551]

@BonnieBayCrochet Thank you so much I would like to try a queen size

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

@@lindayarwood551 Just be careful to not make this longer. It will not increase the width proportion. You may actually need a shorter chain since the queen sized bed is wider.

[@rubynath9463]

Lovely thanks.

[@connieoliver9600]

I really like the fact that this blanket is a rectangle and not a square. BTW did you make the top that you are wearing ? It is really pretty.

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Thanks Connie. Yes, I hope to have a pattern for this top soon.

[@deborahleone4351]

Dearest Bonnie? Are we to use an “I” hook with worsted weight (#4)? Wasn’t sure if you used the larger hook because of the thicker yarn. THANK YOU SO MUCH! God bless and keep you and your Ministry for Our Lord Jesus!🕊❤️🙋‍♀️😘🙏 (BTW, great teaching !)

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Thank you for your kind words Deborah! As far as the hook size, yes, I (or 9/5.50 mm) should be fine, but you are always free to change this in order to get the fabric you desire with the yarn you are using.

[@sylviaseri4235]

Very nice! I will be making this. BTW, Love your top. Do your have a pattern or a tutorial?

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Hi Sylvia! I don't have a tutorial or pattern written just yet. When I do I will be posting to my channel here. Thanks for the little push to get this in the works.

[@sylviaseri4235]

@@BonnieBayCrochet great! Will be looking for it when it’s available!

[@e1ande2]

Bonnie, do you ever do this like the easy granny square where you add the extra cluster so you can just continue on without having to connect each row?

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Yes, I have that design right here on my home page: kzbin.info/www/bejne/il6VaWlrrsSXn6s

[@e1ande2]

So you have done that with the rectangle as well?

[@wandamerck4617]

Awesome blanket. Can you show a blanket done in an oval shape?

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

I can certainly add your suggest to my growing list Wanda!

[@rosiesaunders3334]

Can you use a 4 worsted weight on this blanket?

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Sure, just be sure to match your hook size to your yarn choice.

[@jslittlgrl]

LOVE your top your wearing . is that one of your patterns?

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Yes Donna, but I haven't published it yet. I hope to get that done sometime this summer.

[@cindybourque4106]

Can I still use this patterning my yarn is one color(ombre) so when you first tie off, would I just keep going, repeating the DC 3 pattern?

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Absolutely Cindy! It will be so much easier with an ombre yarn. No need to tie off yarn and hide loose ends!

[@cindybourque4106]

@@BonnieBayCrochet ty. Love your videos

[@murielmazzei869]

Hi. Do we chain 32 no matter how big we want the blanket to be ?

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Yes, if you wish this rectangular shape. You can make this as large or as small as you wish.

[@6996katmom]

Do you make a solid granny square? I thought you did, but I couldn't find it. Also, a lady at the church is always cold, so I thought I would make her a covering. Like a shall, but not with a point. Do you have any idea on a measurement? Have a Wonderful & Blessed Day!

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

I have a continuous (square) Granny Square Baby Blanket here: video.search.yahoo.com/yhs/search?fr=yhs-iry-fullyhosted_011&hsimp=yhs-fullyhosted_011&hspart=iry&p=granny+square+baby+blanket+bonnie+barker#id=1&vid=8c45c9fc9d607049b36c5e92407b0183&action=click

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

You can make either of these to the size you desire.

[@sandygrogg1203]

May 20, 2021 Watched again, because my niece iscexpect8ng her sixth baby ( one set of twins).. and I thunk thus will make a nice, warm blanket for the car. But, I might use accuse 4 yarn...

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

I think any weight yarn will work with this Sandy. Congratulations on another baby in the family!❤️❤️🤪

[@elaineyakatan2310]

Hi Bonnie. Need this info!

[@lexieandcece]

The top you are wearing is very pretty, did you crochet it?

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

Armanda Lebron yes, this is a new design. I hope to finish writing the pattern soon!

[@dianaspencer7232]

Mine is bowing out like crazy and the corners aren't straight. How do I keep everything lying flat and straight

[@deecochrane2340]

Love the colors but can't find them. Do you know where I could buy them

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

You try Premier Yarns online. They still have many different colors! Here's a link I found: www.premieryarns.com/products/parfaitxl

[@deecochrane2340]

@@BonnieBayCrochet yes thank you. I have tried.. they have brught pink but it's yardage is very limited. I will just need to try something else.. love your patterns and teaching

[@BonnieBayCrochet]

@@deecochrane2340 Universal Yarn also makes a very nice yarn called Bella Chenille with a very large color palate: universalyarn.com/products/bella-c

[@deecochrane2340]

@@BonnieBayCrochet thank you so much