The “Chunky Granny” – Granny Square Afghan

September 24, 2014

The “Chunky Granny” – Granny Square Afghan

September 24, 2014

The "Chunky Granny" - Granny Square Afghan

 

So yeah, I named this granny square afghan the “Chunky Granny”. Because I amuse myself.

It happens when you work alone at home in your basement studio most days. Ha!

 

The "Chunky Granny" - Granny Square Afghan

 

After my first surgery this summer the weather turned super cool and it was a great time to sit and crochet. That’s about all I felt like doing for a few days anyway. So it all worked out.

Luckily I had gone to Jo-Ann’s the week before surgery and stocked up on this gorgeous stuff.

Now, I’ll admit that I’m no prodigy when it comes to crochet. I like the basics, and by basics, I mean I like projects where I don’t have to count a gazillion stitches. After all, I don’t have that kind of attention span. It has to be super easy and super fast for me to stick with it for any length of time.

And no major counting.

 

The "Chunky Granny" - Granny Square Afghan

 

So a ginormous granny square was right up my alley.

I picked these Home Town USA yarns from Lion Brand just because I love the heft of the chunky fibers and the fabulous colors.

I used Dallas Grey, Detroit Blue and Key Lime along with a 11.50mm or “P” size crochet hook.

 

The "Chunky Granny" - Granny Square Afghan

 

 

Let me tell you, this blanket is HEAVY!  Nice and toasty warm. It will keep somebody’s toes warm this winter.

 

What is your favorite quiet craft to work on when you are feeling sickly?

 

 

If you need a reminder of how to make a granny square or you don’t know how I would recommend the following videos. I watched them through once just to remind myself how to do it.

How to crochet: Granny Square, Lesson 1

How to crochet Granny Square Lesson 2

How to crochet Granny Square Lesson 3

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  • Micki September 25, 2014 at 9:27 am

    We must have been separated at birth! I, too, enjoy crocheting…but not the counting and craziness that can go along with it, so this is right up my alley 🙂 I’d love to try this, how big was your finished piece, and how many skeins did you need?

  • sdlouise September 24, 2014 at 6:54 pm

    I have several crochet projects going at any one time. Blankets and afghans are my favorite projects since I don’t have to watch every stitch while I’m working. And my hook falling on the floor usually wakes me up. 😉

  • Mandy Williams September 24, 2014 at 5:22 pm

    Granny squares were the first crochet piece I learned at 12 years old. Loving the ginormous one & the color scheme.

  • Penny Ward September 24, 2014 at 10:06 am

    Crochet is my favorite when I’m under the weather too. Mostly because I can snuggle up on the couch with some pillows and be super comfy while crocheting. I absolutely love the ‘Chunky Granny’! Nice color combo and I know just how soft that yarn is. Happy that you are feeling better!
    P.S. I’ve been known to fall asleep with my crochet in my lap too. hehe

    • Vicki O'Dell September 24, 2014 at 11:23 am

      Yes, Penny, it is easy to get all comfy cozy with crochet. Glad you like it. 🙂

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