Today I wanted to share a gorgeous technique with you that’ll help make your granny squares look flawless, neat and just brilliant! Introducing How to Crochet an Invisible Chain Granny Square!
I’m sure I’m not alone when I say that I really cannot stand chain stitches: they look thin and weird and stick out like a sore thumb! Thankfully there’s a really quick and easy technique you can use to minimise the look of chains (by still chaining) and keep your granny’s looking like a snack.
What’s the secret? Well, by chaining two instead of three at the beginning of the round we eliminate that skinny starting chain and create a shorter, firmer but still working chain. It really is as simple as that. Plus, but flipping the square over (but not reversing it – sorry, I couldn’t resist) you are able to work into the nearest chain space to you, again making the starting chain even less visible! I’m all over this technique and I hope you will be too…
Why You’ll Love Making This
Why this one is on my needles…
If you are anything like me, you probably cannot stand those skinny, awkward starting chain stitches that stick out like a sore thumb on traditional granny squares. This clever little technique changes the game entirely by shrinking your starting chains down and flipping your work so everything blends in seamlessly, keeping your squares looking neat, professional, and absolute perfection.
It is a brilliant, quick adjustment that you can work into the beginning of every round to instantly elevate all your crochet squares.
How to Crochet an Invisible Chain Granny Square · What You’ll Need
Your yarn of choice and a crochet hook in the corresponding size. I used Rosa’s Crafts Merino Molón 6 in shade 102.
Now turn your work over… You’re almost done!
Repeat this technique at the beginning of every round and you’ll soon see that your square looks a lot better. I hope you enjoyed this quick photo tutorial. Hit me up if you’ve tried it yourself!
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