SIMPLE Formula To Crochet ANY Sized Rectangle 🧶 Plus Classic Granny Rectangle Pattern

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Hi friends, I hope you enjoy the video! I really enjoy making continuous rectangles and I know a lot of you do too. Here is an easy way to adapt any of the patterns you see on the channel with this super easy formula. Plus, there is a classic granny rectangle pattern at the end to see an example of how I use the formula. If you'd like to learn how to convert square patterns into rectangles let me know. xx

[@ladybunny64]

What about if it's 100cms X 100cms ? ✌️💐

[@PlayHookywithMe]

@@ladybunny64 That would be a square shape so you wouldn’t need to create a chain 💕

[@lunah5668]

That is the way I do too.

[@Dorien-is3fq]

Hi so my bed is a full size bed and the sizes 54 by 74 54-74=20. So I have to chain until I reach 20 inches right?🌞

[@PlayHookywithMe]

@@Dorien-is3fq correct 👍🏻 ❤️

[@lindaharris1120]

I love this. Not only have you given us a formula but you also turn your work. I have always done that and agree that it keeps the blanket's shape so it doesn't get wonky and makes it reversible. I also love the way you join with a hdc. This is my new favorite pattern for a rectangular granny. Thank you so much!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad you enjoyed it , Linda, thank you 😀💕

[@juneerasmus3485]

100%

[@craftytigercraftytiger4265]

A lovely clear video with no distracting music, practical amd understandable advice for those trying out rectangles. Love seeing the the colour change in yarn, your turning your work etc. Thankyou for helping blossoming crocheters all over the world 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿😄

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much , I appreciate it 😀🧶❤️

[@dragonkat1868]

Thank you, you made this make sense to me where others couldn't 😀.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Oh, that’s great, thank you for telling me 😀💕

[@karenbailey3493]

OH my goodness ❤ do love this so much! Thank you for your awesome tutorials. I am a fifty plus year crocheter and you have taught me so much. ❤

[@minorthing8970]

You said the exact same words I would have said if I'd seen this vid 18 mins before you! 🤣

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That makes me so happy, thank you 😀🧶💕

[@PlayHookywithMe]

@@minorthing8970 😀thank you 😘

[@Stitchin_is_the_Besst]

@@minorthing8970me too!! 😂

[@beatriceperez3896]

Love this rectangle pattern!! Finally a pattern for a rectangle I like!!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m so glad you liked it, thank you ! 😀💕

[@jennierollins8789]

The kitten is certainly having fun. ♥️

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Yes 😆 she tired herself out with that 😻

[@jennierollins8789]

So cute. 🐈

[@kat9446]

Hi Roz. Yes, square to rectangle. I value and save ALL of your videos! Thanks for sharing.❤️

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Great , Kat ! Thank you and have a great week ❤️😀

[@rebeccassmith4640]

Finally, someone who holds their yarn and their hook the same way I do! I felt like it was my hands that were moving through this tutorial. Thank you so much for this very useful information. I look forward to seeing more of your work.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That’s so neat, I love meeting others that crochet like me too ❤️👏🏻😀

[@sherylveliz2568]

Thank you for this video! I think I finally understand how to do a rectangle granny blanket! Miss Indie is absolutely adorable ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad 😀 👏🏻🧶😽

[@cindynevels2053]

Love the simplicity of this. So easy and so versatile. Plus, some bonus kitty action at the end! Thank you! ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thanks, Cindy ! 😀😻

[@neerugupta767]

Very nice video. Thanks for sharing the information regarding measurements of the rectangle. Love from India 🇮🇳 ♥️ ❤️

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you , Neeru ❤️

[@SueSA2009]

OMG, the cat 🐈 ❤❤❤ Thank you for the great tutorial. I truly enjoyed it. 🌹 The speed is fantastic. Some tutorials start with a bit advanced videos, then they take forever to get through a beginner's strod, even when the tutorial doesn't mention beginner friendly.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it! 🤗🐈 🧶

[@jgraef919]

Great video. You are excellent at explaining everything, Roz. 💖I love sharing my Sunday mornings with you!💕~Joan~

[@PlayHookywithMe]

And I appreciate that you are here, Joan, thank you 💕 The internet is a beautiful thing 👏🏻Have a great week 😘

[@joannepeyton1654]

Thank for your tutorials. You are always so helpful and informative, and, your voice is really pleasant. Appreciate the time you put into your videos. 💜😎🇺🇸

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much, Joanne, great to have you here ❤️

[@brendascuccimarri8138]

This is great, love the information, saving so I can watch again and again. Thank you for sharing this. Your kitty was very cute

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you 😻❤️

[@kimmosel9680]

Thank you for this formula and explanation! I appreciate how you explain the basics, along with your tips using the hdc in the last corner, your color changing method, which I'm a big fan of, and have been using now, and the tip about turning the work to make the project reversible and prevent wonkiness! Love your little kitty! Adorable!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much, Kim 😀🧶😻

[@mariaineseguia5759]

Very useful tutorial, my friend😊,👏👏!! Your explanation was so clear rhar anybody could understand it following the instructions. And Indie is lovely!!!💖.thank you, dear! 🌹🧶🌹🧶🙋🏻‍♀️🇦🇷

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much 😃 ❤️😻😽

[@maritzaorbay8011]

Love how you teach and how to make a pattern from square to rectangle yes I would love to learn more now that about to have a grandbaby by March

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Ok great and many congratulations, how exciting ❤️😀

[@sandrafoy4992]

Thank you so much. This formula is just what I needed!! I really like this rectangle granny pattern. I'm trying it with a red heart variegated yarn in shades from soft white shading to black. But I don't like the big holes in my grannies so I'm using a 3.5mm hook. So far so good. And yes please tell us about the other patterns, I am learning so many different techniques with you. I appreciate all your help, thank you.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Sounds fantastic, Sandra! 😍Yes, I’ll definitely work on the square to rectangle 👍🏻💕💕

[@suchitraroy1758]

Excellent information. Thank you for sharing this information.🙏

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much ❤️😀

[@anncaswell7233]

This is SO helpful! I really appreciate your videos. Thank you!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad, thank you , Ann 😀💕

[@barbaramartinetti]

Wonderful tutorial. Truly appreciate you.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Likewise , thank you 💕

[@marina_m11]

This is so wonderful, yay! I’ve been wanting to make a granny rectangle blanket, and have not been able to get the info on how long to make the starting chain for a bigger blanket. Saving this to a playlist to refer to later. Thanks so much! Btw congrats on the adorable kitten, she looks very happy 😻

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad it was helpful 😀❤️ 😽😽

[@nanceewenning1727]

Your videos are so easy to follow. Thanks!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Appreciate it, Nancee 💕🧶

[@angelabirkett9671]

Hello Roz and happy Sunday to you . This tutorial is absolutely great . I look forward to seeing your projects every week . Even though i can master the craft of crocheting there's always something new to learn . You are the best . Miss Indy is having a ball , but Biscuit & lokey ste the BOMBS . Have a great week ahead with them all .

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Yes they are ! Soon they will all be together 🐾 Loki is very curious about them, Biscuit is coming around 😅😻

[@kathyberlincourt4542]

Oh my goodness, your instructions are so very easy to follow. Thank you very much.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad, thank you 😀🧶❤️

[@jennierollins8789]

Good morning. I love the half double crochet trick. It's perfect. I loved the video. ☮️🌎🌲🐈

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much , Jennie ❤️ I hope you have a great week ahead 🧶❤️

[@jennierollins8789]

You also!!! ♥️

[@PlayHookywithMe]

@@jennierollins8789 thank you 💕

[@FrancineMorin]

Merci tellement pour ces trucs faciles à comprendre et qui nous facilitent la vie! Je cherchais justement une façon de débuter ma couverture rectangulaire ! Vous êtes formidable! Je suis francophone du Canada et je comprends tout! Bravo! 😍

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m so glad you can understand despite our language differences. Thank you for watching, good luck with your rectangle! 😀👏🏻🧶❤️

[@pjsebby3194]

Thank you again for an amazing tutorial. Have a blessed day.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you ! You too 💕

[@baenalucena638]

Espectacular!!!! Puedo asegurarle que hay medio planeta de crocheteras buscando esta fórmula, al igual que yo..... 😆. Quisiera poder avisar a todas😭 , pues tutoriales de como hacer un rectángulo hay muchísimos, pero de como calcular para saber cuantas cadenas de inicio hacer, Ud. es la primera que encuentro después de mucho tiempo buscando. Por cierto la técnica de cambio de color, me exploto la cabeza🤩. Le estoy eternamente agradecida, que bonito y que pulido todo...Un fuerte abrazo desde Barcelona, España. Spectacular!!!! I can assure you that there are half a planet of crocheters looking for this formula, just like me..... 😆. I would like to be able to notify everyone😭, because there are many tutorials on how to make a rectangle, but on how to calculate to know how many starting chains to make, you are the first one I found after a long time searching. By the way, the color change technique blew my mind🤩. I am eternally grateful, how beautiful and polished everything is... A big hug from Barcelona, ​​Spain.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m SO happy it helped !!! Thank you for telling me 😀🧶❤️❤️

[@tiahill832]

Thanks for sharing! Have a great week! Cute kitty! 🙂😘❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you , Tia, you too 😀❤️

[@debrahypes2130]

Yes please do more video thank you 😁

[@PlayHookywithMe]

👍🏻💕😀

[@vondastrauser4428]

What a great tutorial. I enjoyed watching it even though I had an idea of how to do it. I saved it for a refresher. Thanks! 😊

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad, Vonda, thank you 😀🧶❤️

[@StephanieTX]

Thank you for uploading this very useful info!!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad you found it helpful, thank you , Stephanie !💕

[@TinaValentineBellefeuille]

😍😍 LOVE these colors!!! 😍😍

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you 🌈 😀❤️

[@marciagross4985]

Beautiful lesson, thank you.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you, Marcia ❤️

[@zahararahman1937]

Hi... tqvm for sharings your tips... awesome...❤❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much 🙂 Have a great week ahead 🧶💕

[@Bellllllz]

I was about to do this formula off of a different video of yours, I've been stressing about making the right sized blanket for weeks, then when I measured the blanket I'm modeling off of to finally start, I found out my blanket actually needed to be a square 😂😂😂 regardless!!! You made a really easy to understand formula and if I ever need it, I know where to go!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Excellent, I’m glad you are on track with your project 👏🏻Have a great week 🧶❤️

[@kaye-q1k]

Thank you

[@KjRasberry]

For your algorithm. Thanks, bunches!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Much appreciated, thank you 😀❤️❤️

[@lindahamilton3520]

Thank you ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

You bet, Linda, have a great week 💖

[@deborahm4484]

Hi roz great tips a great video love how u teach.I make baby blankets for a local hospital.thanks so much for all you share..💕💕💞💞

[@PlayHookywithMe]

You are so welcome, thank you . What a beautiful contribution you give to the hospital 🧶❤️

[@katiebee6216]

Thank you. I would love to learn more about the square to rectangle.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Great, Katie, thank you 🧶💕

[@TheSilkymist]

This is great! Would love to see how to do square to rectangle. Thanks!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Ok great, Pat 😀🧶❤️

[@Christena1601]

Awesome, thanks ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thanks , Christena! ❤️

[@ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq]

Awesome 👍🏾

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you , Shettikka ❤️

[@oldgraygal]

Thanks!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So kind of you, thank you so much 😀❤️

[@eleanorferrier807]

Waffle one looks nice like to learn the pattern

[@PlayHookywithMe]

The playlist link that I added to the end of the video has the tutorial 👍🏻💕

[@lindacopeland4969]

Hi Roz, I just luv ur instructions! They are so clear and I luv when you pause for a second on something new. I have wanted do this pattern so now I can. I like when u used the stacked single crochet as well as the half dbl crochet. Ur stitches are so beautiful. I know you use knit pics but is that an acrylic weight or dk? Dk is new to me I’ve always used acrylic -dating myself. When it’s 4 ply I’m thinking all 4 ply is the same thickness & now it’s not. Some people say any 4ply u have is good to use but that’s not true. A dk can be 4ply but crochet different then an acrylic. Am I’m making this too hard? I see most all patterns now use dk. Even articles how to use up ur acrylic. Btw, I bought the Tulip 7 and can’t wait to try it. Thx for all u do for us! Sorry so long😊

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Hi Linda - yes all the different weights/plies , yarn types can be confusing. I usually use a worsted yarn that is a weight 4 and it’s made of cotton I believe it’s 10 ply . But that’s for filing purposes. I skis enjoy acrylic and wool yarn depending on the project. Here is an article that I refer to often when I’m not sure. It’s really helpful 💕 theyarnqueen.co.nz/yarn-ply-yarn-weight/?v=7516fd43adaa

[@lindacopeland4969]

@@PlayHookywithMe thx so much!

[@marianeculek3261]

So easy to understand, will it work for me?🤷‍♀️🤣 I do like how you don't over explain. Some do this and it's confusing to me

[@PlayHookywithMe]

It WILL work for you 😀💕👏🏻

[@marianeculek3261]

@@PlayHookywithMe 🤣 but of course it will. Love the encouragement

[@annkastura1849]

“ Y E S “ So much, PLEASE, I would like to know about how to turn square patterns into a rectangle.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Ok great 😀👏🏻❤️

[@AuntieOfSeven]

Nice

[@maevelarsen9788]

I think I may have had a pair of slippers which utilized this pattern. Do you think slippers can be made using this or is it a similar pattern?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Yes! There’s a way to take one large granny square and make slippers so that might be what you’re thinking of. ❤️

[@Dorien-is3fq]

Hi so my bed is a full size bed and the sizes 54 by 74 54-74=20. So I have to chain until I reach 20 inches right?🌞

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That’s right 👍🏻💕

[@Dorien-is3fq]

@@PlayHookywithMe thank you!!🌞❤🌞

[@sueblakey1858]

Nice video. Just so I understand. If I was doing a cot blanket 120 cm x 140 cm my starting chain would be 20 cm. Is that correct? Thankyou.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That’s it! 👍🏻💕

[@oodlesacaboodles]

Thank You so much!! I've tried to play with this on my own and ended up frogging it because the finished item would have been wider than I wanted.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Oh damn, that’s a shame. This worked really well , I literally sat with a piece of paper and measured each round to see if it was consistent with how it should be growing (I checked it with the other samples and stitches too) . 💕

[@barbarabrokos2921]

What brand of cotton yarn did you use? I like this better than the acrylic

[@PlayHookywithMe]

It’s “I love this cotton yarn” from hobby lobby. 💕

[@PNTTD]

Can this be done with only 1 chain space between the clusters for a tighter fabric with smaller holes?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

You can do it however you like. It’s all about managing tension. If that works well for you , do it 👍🏻🧶💕

[@margycreamer6372]

I would like a tutorial on a solid granny (square) rectangle blanket. Plz&Thx

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Ok ❤️

[@krmyna1]

Thanks a lot, very, very easyJet, but I do not know how to make the first row, with the measure. 🙌👏🕊☺️🤝🏻

[@PlayHookywithMe]

You can use it with the pattern at the end of the video or with an existing rectangle pattern. I have several rectangle patterns in a playlist at the end of the video . But if it’s not making sense right now, you can come back to this video later when you have a need for it💕

[@daisie222]

TY

[@juneerasmus3485]

I love your video no distraction only your clear voice and we can listen (nice voice) But I shared it and my friend is so scared and will not open it there is only a number understood by who one will never know.....no photo or description no indication as to what it's about..... uTube is absolutely uninformative I can't save it either to go through at a later stage when we have loadshedding. We can't trust anything anymore with all the scamming so I don't blame my friend. But how much are you loosing in the end and every uTuber.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I don’t feel I’m losing anything. I appreciate you wanted to share my content with your friend. You can direct her to my channel or just tell her what you learned if you feel she would benefit from the knowledge. Thanks for your input ❤️

[@Scorpio_Love_11]

I would really like to know how to convert a square pattern to a rectangle

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Ok great 💕

[@alexismalehorn3523]

Do you cut the yarn each time you switch colors?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I do , yes . I cut it making sure it has a long tail that I can tie to the new color and weave in 🧶

[@alexismalehorn3523]

Awesome, thank you so much!

[@Eglantier03]

Мне нравится ваш узор. но я подумала, что можно связать котиков в шахматном порядке и один ряд с опущенными лапками, а другой - с опущенными хвостами. Как вы думаете, это возможно?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I think you meant this for the cat video? It might be possible , yes. It would involve color changes during the row to make it look like tails and paws from different cats. 💕

[@linkirsch8810]

Hi, my centre chain line is so tight - Ive tried it a few times but each comes out the same - any ideas please?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Yes! You want to go up a hook size , or as many as you need to get the tension you want. This is also a good thing to do when you make a blanket worked in rows, go up a hook size for the chain and then go back down to the hook size you want for you project . So first example … 5mm hook for the chain , 4 mm for the rest of the blanket . 👍🏻💕

[@YARNBARF]

Do you remember how many chains you made to start? Was it an odd or even number?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

For which one? It will depend on the pattern you’re using whether it needs to be an odd number or not. The one I showed at the end of the video was 24 chains like I mentioned using a multiple of 3 👍🏻

[@lilimax555]

😊

[@RoseLesniewicz]

how do i get my stitches as perfect as yours?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m so glad you think it looks good. Biggest tip is finding a hook and yarn size that you feel really comfortable with because that will improve your enjoyment which will then cause you to crochet a lot . Repetition is what helps improve the look of your crochet. At least in my experience ❤️

[@deslauriersmama]

I prefer the standing dc.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m unclear with what you mean since this is about the formula for determining the width of a chain to make a rectangle . Can you elaborate?

[@deslauriersmama]

Sorry... 🇨🇦 I use the standing double when I need a DC at the beginning of the row/round... (Except the very first round of a circle that uses a magic ring.) I don't like the chain 2 or the stacked single...

[@MaryCochrane]

Thank You. Love from Ontario, Canada❤❤❤ What is your name?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you 😀 I’m Roz 💕

[@lourdesperez2861]

Been looking for a new design, for a baby blanket for my new Grandbaby.i like grandysitch but a square is getting boring for me.

[@tatpetfilburtatpetfilbur4022]

😊🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤

[@angelabirkett9671]

Oppsey.... Are the bombs

[@R90628]

110 inches by 90 inches is what i want. Meaning my center measurement is 20 inches?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That’s right - so you’ll work your chain until you reach 20 inches (using whatever multiple is required for your pattern) 👍🏻🧶

[@R90628]

@PlayHookywithMe thank you. 🙂

[@νικιτασισαμακη]

❤pls pls can we have also Greek translations ❤??

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I added for you. I can only add one by one when you request it.💕

[@loismiller7742]

It's all math!!!

[@melstephen5191]

💕💕🧶🧶💕💕

[@PlayHookywithMe]

❤️🧶❤️