Try This Cool Granny Square Trick! 🤩🧶

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I hope you enjoy this trick, let me know what you think! xx

[@michellewasson277]

Good ideas. I do most of these, already with the exception of the center one.

[@ursulakonstantin8262]

I love it! Thank you ♥

[@marilynjones7461]

Awesome! I can’t wait to try this technique

[@Cmabar]

Thanks,all my questions are answered 😀

[@rosanae2673]

Thanks! I have been checking different methods for not having to weave ends in granny squares. Some are way too complicated and seem to take more time than weaving the ends and some seem that could be unraveled easily. Your method is the best of both worlds! Simpler and safer! Thanks for the laundry test on top of it all!

[@CanadianCrocheter]

I’ve been doing this for quite a few years, with no issues, but I rarely share that info because I was told that it was wrong. I feel so much validation with this video. Thanks . I hope everyone sees this video

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m excited to see that so many people are doing it. It confirms to me even more that it works and that’s what is most important to me. 💕🧶

[@kathyirwin6854]

I have been doing this for years as well! Share away!!! Lol!!

[@masuganut2082]

If it works then what crazy person told you it was wrong? 😂 I can’t wait to try this! And now that I know this is a method that holds up I feel so much better! I have three young children and we are all rough on things so now I feel optimistic!! ❤❤❤thank you

[@cabinfevercrochet]

Fancy meeting you here!! My philosophy is, it's only wrong, if it doesn't work! There's often more than one way of getting to the same place, and nothing wrong with that! I think sometimes people can get set on or stuck in only one way doing something, and that becomes the end-all and be-all. It's creative thinking outside the box that develops new solutions, techniques and advances, as with anything. After all, necessity is the mother of invention! And for those of us who dread sewing in ends, it's a win-win in my book! 💗😃💗

[@Li1430000]

That’s a silly theory that it’s wrong to share art.. humans create their own wild belly. I wish I could tell those who spread that idea to keep their ideas to themselves 😮

[@danielleemslie8569]

I just today finished weaving the ends on over 70 granny squares!!! Did I mention I just saw your tutorial AFTER I finished the weaving? I’m still crying but now I will cry tears of joy

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Oh, drat 🤣💕

[@KnittingmommyArts]

I learned how to crochet granny squares over fifty years ago. This was the exact technique my mother taught me to use. I'm not sure who taught my mom. But this is the method I've always used when making any granny squares. It never made sense to me that someone could crochet anything and have have so many tails to weave in at the end when it's so much easier to hide them as you go.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

😀👏🏻👏🏻💕

[@RepentfollowJesus]

Me too since 1980 ! I've been told it was wrong but I didn't care. I wanted it secure because of washing it. Loose ends seemed like they would work their way out.

[@ivankas8903]

I just love how you explain WHY are you doing of what you doing. Those little tips we all need. Novice or not, we always learn something new. Thank you for being a great teacher.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad you fine those helpful , thank you ! 😀👏🏻🧶💕

[@san-ramon-flash8077]

I dread seeing a project with so many colors but after seeing this tutorial I feel I can take the challenge! Thank you so much 😊

[@momtomany]

Right?!? Everyone says no square knots.

[@marielistopad2886]

I also have been using this technique for years with some people expressing doubt about the technique. Thank you so much for the vindication.

[@gigihrinconrincon5513]

Please could you help me to understand if she uses a chain one after her corner's clutches?. I believe that at corner so far I understood is 3 double crochet+2 chains +3 double crochet. But didn't understand what happened in middle.

[@marielistopad1512]

@@gigihrinconrincon5513 It can be 2 ch or 3 ch depending on the yarn. I use 3 ch to make certain I have enough room.

[@meescha2798]

Of course, weaving ends isn't fabulous, I love this! I've been doing this for years and been told it's wrong, doesn't work and compromises my work. THANK YOU, both, so much for featuring this, it does work and more enjoyable for us that hate ends, and, create with multiple colors without 4 ends each round. 👍😁

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Blehhh on whoever gave you a hard time on that. If it works , looks good , and makes it enjoyable to crochet, that’s all that matters imho 🙌🏻🧶💕

[@deannesmith4979]

So now i find out others have been doing this too!!!❤

[@jessicadunn7546]

Okay....looks like I'm definitely going to be making granny squares for the lap blanket I want to make my Grammy after all and as well as for a regular blanket for me.

[@maminewer]

For many years weaving ends in a conventional way... now you kindly share your method... Thank youuuuu! I am soo happy!

[@yolandadouglas7265]

Game changer!!! Thank you so much for sharing this!

[@PaulineEvanosky]

That was fun. What an ideal way to handle those ends.

[@jessjmyer]

Life changing! I've been crocheting for years and I have this massive skill gap when it comes to weaving in...so many unfinished projects because of it. This method looks so doable for me. Thanks for sharing!

[@SunsetLakeLoops]

Whoa! I just said this morning that I’d do more color changes if I didn’t need to have to worry about end! Can’t wait to try this!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Neat, right? I’m blown away with how well it works 💕🧶

[@deborahferguson5407]

Game changer for me because I love making granny squares. This trick will reduce time making them.

[@dixiegelinas3531]

I learned this trick a few years ago and love it.

[@christines34]

We hold our yarn, fingers, and hook exactly the same, I've not seen anyone do this before. Thank you for your tutorial.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That's great! I don't think there are many of us that do it this way. lol xx

[@SafeAndSounds]

Yes, me too!

[@linette1325]

THIS CHANGED MY LIFE!!! thank you so much :)

[@stephenpisarcik5828]

I didn’t know you could do Granny Squares two ways. I always have done them in the round; with one right side/one wrong side. I look forward to trying the turn the square after each row to see how I like it. 👏🤗👍 Your tips were helpful. I generally leave the last row string hanging in order to arrange my squares when it’s time to join. This way, all the bottoms line up. Thank You Very Much! Therese 🧶

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Great tip about lining up ! Thanks! 😀👏🏻🧶💕

[@Stephanie.922]

Hello. Yes chain 3 and turn your work. Both sides are the "right side" and you can continue on to a king size blanket if you want. It's called continuous granny ❤

[@dianegoodwin9784]

Love the choice of colours, thankyou for sharing your video,handy tips are always useful ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thanks, Diane 😀🧶💕

[@kzbaby2002]

This is awesome. I’m trying it out now with my granny squares. It saves a lot of time.

[@misanguyen7294]

Thank you. I’ve been struggling while crocheting this after spending hours on youtube until I saw your tutorial.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad it helped , that makes me very happy 👏🏻❤️

[@mommyhobbs48]

Thank you! Tying on the new yarn making sure the old yarn is under it is the key!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Exactly that’s where the success is, I’m sure 👏🏻🧶💕😀

[@elainejan]

Thank you so much for sharing this method. I've always done the center this way but I never felt secure enough to just leave it without weaving in. Now I am going to just leave it. Yay!!! And I will happily do the rest of the square as you demonstrated. I am in the middle of a project and just finished weaving in ends on 18 squares. I am so happy that I won't be doing any weaving on the rest of them. Thanks again.

[@kathyolsen4788]

Loved your showing me what to do. It was very informative, Kathy

[@divinegracecreations]

This was enlightening! I hate crocheting granny squares, motifs and flowers because of THOSE ENDS to WEAVE IN after. However, your video has given me the go ahead to start some lovely squares! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️. Thank you. 🤗

[@libbylandscape3560]

I agree with everyone else…it’s life changing! Thank You for posting this.❤

[@joyknight3059]

My granddaughter wanted me to make a granny square sweater for her and I eagerly said, "Sure!". However, thinking about all those color changes caused me real concern. SO HAPPY to find your solution and instructions here, and now I am eager to get started!!!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Oh good! What a lucky granddaughter, she’s going to love her sweater! 😍👏🏻🧶❤️

[@kathyn3978]

You are just like me…I would crochet a mountain if my granddaughter asked me! Oh, to do anything to make them happy💕

[@FantasyCrochet]

It's so beautiful, thanks for sharing. I wish you success in your work!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@lucimathews8980]

Yes- this is what I do with all my work whenever possible & it saves much weaving in of ends! My variation is that I do a standing double crochet in a corner to start a new color with a new round. AND we hold our work & hook exactly the same!!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m really glad you mentioned this because I was wondering if it would work well even when starting with a standing double. Excellent! And yay , now we can start a club for pencil holders! 👌🏻🤣🙌🏻💕🧶

[@marina_m11]

Same here, pencil holder & magic ring lover 🤩

[@nancyshinn2037]

Oh, yes, Anita. This could never be wrong because it saves so much meticulous headache! I loved this little technique. Thank you so much for sharing. I will live longer now because I won't be sewing in so many ends!!! I love the detailed granny squares but was afraid of doing them because of all the picky sewing at the end!💕💗💋

[@PlayHookywithMe]

😀👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🧶❤️

[@susanm4200]

This is fantastic! Thanks for sharing.

[@NancyB-dy2og]

Love the video. I will be making granny squares again because of you. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That’s wonderful, Nancy 🧶💕

[@liz2764]

Oh my. I’m so glad I came across the tutorial. I just started a granny square hat. I’ve got 2 squares done and I’ve been weaving after every color. This is going to help so much! Thank you!

[@courtneyday9665]

Thank you for sharing! I despise weaving in so many ends so I’ll be doing this from now on! I love learning new tricks! 🎉

[@mmills5951]

I’ve been doing this since 1972. I was already a crocheter at age 12. Mrs. Didier (she was from Belgium) taught an after school crochet class. She taught me this method.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Wonderful 😀🧶💕

[@janablanco3946]

This is amazing! 🤯 I just started a granny square project, and am so happy I found this video. Thank you!

[@laurapalka3685]

Nice addition of the beautiful kitty at the end. 😉♥️

[@PlayHookywithMe]

😻❤️

[@Idratherbeknitting]

Thank you so much. I often shy away from grannies simply bc of the dreaded task of weaving in tails. I generally carry my yarn if I'm going to use the same color again, but that's a whole thing with tangles. Anyway, thanks again. I'm soooo excited to use this technique AND, just bc of you, I just ordered my yarn for a large granny square cardigan with hood for the fall, my most favorite time of the year. I'm pumped! Oh, and I just love your sense of humor, haha. Your ad-in snippets are so funny. Have a fabulous day! ❤❤❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much! Ooooh a cardigan with a good sounds amazing 🧶😍😍😍😍

[@mrspickle8285]

What a clever idea, been hooking for years but never thought of this. thanks for sharing, you have made me a happy granny squarer again..haha

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I'm so glad!😂🙌🏻💕💕

[@sarojinirampaul6790]

Beautiful idea to crochet a granny square ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you 💕

[@cheshiregrin950]

Haven’t tried this method yet, but, your squares are beautiful 😻 I am going to try this, thank you.

[@stockinettestitch]

Great instructions and explanations, great backdrop, colors (my new blanket colors - ty) and your voice, volume, and speed are perfect. Well done and thank you.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Appreciate your feedback so much, thank you! 🧶💕

[@Smokey_Jeep_JL]

Thank you for sharing this, it is a game changer!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

🤗💕

[@charlottedavis6973]

This is great. I put it to the test by making a large granny square using this color change method. I then proceeded to machine wash and dry at least 10 times. It never came undone. Thank you, I had stopped making granny square blankets because of the dreaded weaving in at end of the project.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That’s fantastic 😀👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Thanks so much for sharing ! 🤩

[@RepentfollowJesus]

Goodness ! I have been doing this since i was 16 ! Im 60 now ! I have always been told i was wrong but i never trusted things to stay together just woven in if i threw it in the washer as we have always had agitators in our washer. I double knot and hide. No trouble with repeated washings. I feel validated now.😊❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Good! 👏🏻💕

[@eviedun]

I love this method. So glad I watched your video. I love learning new things, even at my age (76). I'm always Granny Square things and this will help immensely. Thank you for sharing this 🥰

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Wonderful! 👏🏻❤️

[@michellewasson277]

Hello Biscuit. Nice to see you "modeling" your Momma's squares. U r too cute. ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

😽😽😽🧶 he’s always hamming it up 💕hi Michelle 😀

[@nadinepierce3016]

I've been doing this for awhile,,, it makes it so much easier...

[@susanstewart1402]

Thanks so much. I looked for a helpful video because, at my current speed, I am estimating it will take me 10 hours to run in the ends on a granny square cardigan!! Good heavens.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Hahaha that’s a lot of time invested, yes . 😀❤️

[@beckiemalaeb1986]

So nice and neat , good technique.

[@lilliantatlace]

this is the best tutorial for hiding the ends in each round. Love it! thank you so much!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you ! 😀👏🏻💕

[@dawnamendola8690]

So I started a granny blanket and I have to say .. THIS IS A GAME CHANGER! I am thrilled with this "trick " it work's amazing! Thank you so much !

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad ! 😀👏🏻💕

[@adelacoburn1396]

I've been doing this for years, 😄 I'm lazy when it comes to finishing crochet projects, that involve more than one color. Thank you for the video.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That’s awesome, that helps me to know it stands the test of time 👏🏻🧶💕

[@adelacoburn1396]

@@PlayHookywithMe It sure does and it's a great tip, for new crocheter's 😉🧶

[@angelabirkett9671]

Hello Roz and happy Sunday to you . I've been using this technique for years and have found it to be neat and tidy . Its the real deal . The boys are having fun and so must you . Have a great day .

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m so glad you all are confirming that it does indeed work! I love this and will definitely start doing it 😀 Have a great week , Angela 😽🧶💕

[@conniegovea620]

I love this video, I don't magic circles but if I have to I'll crochet them.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you ! 😀💕

[@cabinfevercrochet]

Great tutorial! Thanks so much for sharing this technique. Seems like it would hold better, with the reverse granny; since you're then crocheting around the tail, in the opposite direction with each color change. That to me, replicates sewing in ends, with exception of going back in the other direction again, for the 3rd time. Now I'm re-inspired to make grannies again, yay! I'd probably still sew in my beginning tail just a little, for that added security. Especially if using a more slippery fiber. 😅

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Good points! I agree with you on the center … I prefer doing a magic ring to start so I will probably stick with that and continue weaving that end in. 🧶💕

[@cabinfevercrochet]

@@PlayHookywithMe I'm all about the magic circle too! 😃

[@WithLoveLeisha]

This was life changing. Lol 🤯 Thanks for sharing your thoughts and concerns as you did, it validated my own fears lol. I was like yeah those tails won't hold. Will be trying! Beautiful kitty btw.💕

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad you got something from the video 😀🧶💕

[@LindaIrwin7328]

I absolutely love your channel. I have crocheted since I was 13 and I'm 64. You are always teaching me new techniques. My philosophy is "if it works and more importantly if it helps, it can't be wrong" As long as it's legal and moral!!! 😁 I so appreciate you and your channel. 😊❤ Have a blessed evening.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

“If you can’t be good, be careful !” 😂 Seriously, though, thank you for taking the time to tell me this. Your message has made my day most sincerely. ❤️

[@nannybluebelle8643]

Well I’ll be blowed …this is Great Thankyou for showing us brilliant tip . Love from UK x

[@PlayHookywithMe]

😀👏🏻❤️🧶

[@lorettathornton6318]

Love that idea

[@bluebutterfly320]

Thank you! Love the office reference too! ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

😀🤭🧶❤️

[@tree8488]

Thanks for showing this trick, it will make crochet life a lot easier.

[@erinfoster6647]

I have a PLETHORA of yarn in plastic bins that my husband is "pushing" me to use or give away. I'm opting to use it by making granny squares. This trick will take a little longer to make each square, but it will save me hours of work later!! Thank you so, so much for this!!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m so glad you found the tip useful and I love the idea of a scrap granny square. That will be gorgeous 😍😍😍

[@marionbartley214]

Thank You for this tutorial it's a good way to anchor joining threads and changing colors. I will give this a try next time i crochet.

[@peggym60]

I’m still a little skeptical, but after just spending hours weaving in ends on granny squares, I’m definitely ready to give this method a shot! Thanks!

[@GloriaAddor]

Thank you so much for this video. I loved. My best wishes for you.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you !

[@neocat81]

this is just weaving as you go. this is how i learned crochet 35 ish years ago. it can be done with any pattern. i thought this was normal. granny squares are a great way to learn because it doesn't matter really what your tension is like. the magic ring is new to me and i love it! i use it as often as i can. 😁😁

[@kathyberlincourt4542]

Oh my goodness, this is wonderful. Thank you very much for sharing it. I had just started a granny square blanket last week. It will go much faster and easier now. Thank you again.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Awesome, I love it , I hope you will too! 😀🧶💕

[@sharonopstbaum1023]

Generally speaking, I don’t like knots, but this method is very intriguing and I thank you! I will give it a go on my next GS project.

[@christineprice5463]

I like your instructions! Thanks.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you ! 🧶❤️

[@sharonackerman6110]

Thank you for this video ! I tend to stay away from granny squares because I despise weaving in the tails!

[@paulamoore7004]

Hello greetings from South Africa....thank you so much for showing me this technique...It works perfectly and I am doing it in cotton at the moment...super awesome ❤❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Wonderful, so glad it’s working for you! 😀💕🧶

[@terrybell3095]

I been doing this for years. Especially if your working with multiple colors. Its a smooth granny square you crochet.

[@kathygeisler6324]

That is an interesting concept! I live in Florida, and it's HOT here. I work on small projects, like hats and granny squares, when it's too hot to have a project on my lap. This is a game changer. Thanks for sharing this technique. ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I feel your pain , I’m on the gulf coast and it’s hot and humid year round ! 🥵🧶🙌🏻

[@kathygeisler6324]

We're in Ponte Vedra, between St. Augustine and Jacksonville and get a break in the humidity from December thru March usually! It could still be warm but not humid. We also have 3ish weeks of temps dipping below freezing overnight and early AM. I was very productive this winter with your JAYGO and finished 5 afghans. Love your videos!

[@JeMy569]

Love the vintage look of those squares! Great idea!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you! 😀🧶

[@louettesommers8594]

This is exactly how I’ve made granny squares for the last 60 years. I also ALWAYS join a new color in the corner.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

This makes me so happy to read. Confirms that it indeed works well 👏🏻💕

[@louettesommers8594]

@@PlayHookywithMe it sure does hun. My sister and our granny used to join in the middle of the side. It looked so messy. I can’t really remember how I came to the way I did but my granny squares and granny square blankets but I’m very proud of my work. You squares are very pretty. 👍🏻💜

[@dragonkat1868]

Oh my gosh Roz, I love this idea. I'm using it the next time I do granny squares. Thank you for sharing out this technique.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Isn’t it neat! 😀 Thanks for watching 🧶💕

[@Hippieatheartxsoul]

Loved it. Thanks for sharing 🎉🎉❤

[@stock_orchid]

I just love your videos. So helpful. Thank you

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much 😀🧶💕

[@oliviamiller3729]

Thank you for a great technique. I can't wait to try it out!

[@hoosierhometeam]

Thank you so much for this!!! I've been avoiding geanny squares because I HATE seeing in the tails so much!! 😂 I can't wait to try it now! ❤❤❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

😀🙌🏻🤗❤️

[@scotcraftdiva]

Fantastic tutorial, thank you very much,

[@susinok]

I love weaving in as I go. Once my square is done, I'm done!

[@carolosborne126]

You are kind to respond to comments without delay and I appreciate that! Question: When you complete the last cluster in the first round, and fasten off with a slip stitch, do you insert your hook into the top of your 3rd chain or into the next dc (3 chains + 2 dc to begin round)? I can't seem to figure out how to make a smooth transition!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Hi Carol , I’ve used both ways. I would recommend using whichever looks best to you . The only tip - if you decide to slip st into the dc next to that ch3 , just keep an eye on your stitch count. It might make it look like 2 stitches instead of 3. Not as important with a granny square but just want that to be in your mind in case you experience this issue with other projects. 💕

[@carolosborne126]

@ yes about the stitch count which has been a big learning curve for me. Thank you so much and happy holidays to you 🎄❤️🥂

[@PlayHookywithMe]

@ happy holidays to you as well ! 🎄🧶💕

[@gramcracker2023]

This is awesome!! Thanks so much for sharing it.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you 😀🧶💕

[@gramcracker2023]

@@PlayHookywithMe Yw🌺

[@FreePalestine-n7y]

Now I can make a beautiful bag with ease👌🏻☺️

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Yeahhh 😎❤️

[@ygmacrocheter5859]

I loved the short cut of weaving ends. What type of cotton was that? You've given me the ambition of doing more of granny squares. Thank you

[@PlayHookywithMe]

This was comfy worsted from knit picks. I believe the link is in the description 💕

[@patarmstrong9949]

Thank you for the tips

[@hasumatipatel9410]

Roz, this is fabulous, i take tails along as you do in this tutorial but then i used to still weave in again 😜stupid me never thought that ‘s enough and sometimes the centre gets ruined too 🙌🤗thanks for sharing, appreciate a lot 👍❤️🙏🏻

[@PlayHookywithMe]

It’s not stupid at all, this is what we’ve all been taught to believe but I can’t deny how well it actually worked. Plus , with so many comments that others are already doing it helps! 😀💕

[@debbyferguson5638]

Definitely going to try this technique. Thanks

[@jgraef919]

Is this ever a clever method to avoid weaving in ends. I just tried it using up some scraps and it worked great. The hardest part was getting my mind to think differently from my old method.🤔 Thanks for sharing, Roz.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I totally agree with you … the hardest part is thinking differently and trusting it 🙌🏻🥵😆 Thanks for watching, Joan 💕

[@DanielleRoy23]

I love a good granny square but never make them because of the tails. Thanks so much for sharing! I can’t wait to use this technique.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I hope you enjoy it, thanks ! 😀🧶💕

[@Janetl62]

Thank you! I am definitely going to start doing this.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Great 😀💕🧶

[@Charm769]

I will be trying this! Thank you so much!

[@lgirishcatuiza3472]

I want to use that technique for making and blanket 😀

[@brendascuccimarri8138]

Definitely will give this a try

[@denisefaust1290]

Thanks so much for sharing this!

[@ladonnastafford3914]

Beautiful colors!!

[@MyOdette123]

This is awesome, I love learning new tips