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Vintage Granny Squares

20 Crochet Projects with a Retro Vibe
By Emma Varnam
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Vintage Granny Squares is a collection of twenty quick and easy-to-make crochet projects with a vintage vibe. Patterns are based around the classic granny square but with a modern twist. They won't take long to make and are quick and easy to complete once you know... Read More
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Vintage Granny Squares is a collection of twenty quick and easy-to-make crochet projects with a vintage vibe.

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Vintage Granny Squares is a collection of twenty quick and easy-to-make crochet projects with a vintage vibe. Patterns are based around the classic granny square but with a modern twist. They won't take long to make and are quick and easy to complete once you know the basics of crochet.

Each project features detailed colour photography and clear, concise instructions to follow. From gorgeous blankets to colourful cushions, to stylish scarves, shrugs, and mittens, this book is packed with inspiring projects that are guaranteed to get you reaching for your crochet hook, and they'll make charming gifts too.

Author Emma Varnam likes to create items that bring a smile to people's faces. Besides writing several popular crochet books—all published by GMC Publications—such as Crocheted Flowers, 10,000 Crocheted Hats, Cute Crocheted Food, Crocheted Houseplants, Crocheted Succulents, Cute Crocheted Animals, How to Crochet, Granny Squares Home, and Granny Squares Weekend, she has also had a number of successful collaborations with celebrated knitwear designer Debbie Bliss.

Emma regularly shares her design inspiration on her award-winning knitting and crochet blog. She resides in Greater Manchester, UK, with her husband and young son.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781784946791

Publisher: GMC Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 September 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd

Illustration: 50 Illustrations, color; 90 Halftones, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 144

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Arts & Culture Arts and Crafts Emma Varnam Non-Fiction

About the Author

Emma Varnam likes to make items that bring a smile to people's faces. As well as writing several popular crochet books, all published by GMC Publications - Crocheted Flowers, 10,000 Crocheted Hats, Cute Crocheted Food, Crocheted Houseplants, Crocheted Succulents, Cute Crocheted Animals, How to Crochet, Granny Squares Home and Granny Squares Weekend - she has had a number of successful collaborations with the celebrated knitwear designer Debbie Bliss. Emma regularly shares her design inspiration on her award-winning knitting and crochet blog. She lives in Greater Manchester, UK, with her husband and young son.

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