Hello, crochet friends! Granny Square Day 2025 is here, and it’s time to celebrate creativity, colour, and community! Whether you’ve been hooking for years or just picked up your very first skein, this special day is all about honouring the timeless granny square a design that has inspired makers across generations.
Granny Square Day started back in 2014, and it’s been growing ever since. The idea was simple: fill the Instagram grid with beautiful granny squares, creating a patchwork of inspiration that anyone could be part of. Each square posted on this day becomes part of a larger tapestry, symbolising our shared love for crochet.
As previous years Simply Crochet the latest issue of the magazine (Issue 165) comes with a special supplement to get your hooks sunk into. This year’s is titled ‘A Year of Granny Squares’ with 52 brand new designs there’s loads of inspiration for some new fabulously square projects.
And I’m really excited to say that I designed a new granny square for this supplement. The theme for this year’s Granny Square day is ‘Colour and Texture’ and that’s what I focused on for my design, the Mandala Medallion Square.
I used Rico Ricorumi for my block, with a 3.5mm hook (US E/4) which is a DK (Light Worsted) weight 100% cotton yarn that I had in my stash, but the designs would work equally well in any DK yarn or in fact with other fibres and yarn weights to make bigger or smaller blocks.
I love a granny square – not just for its stitches, but for everything it represents. It’s more than a crochet motif; it’s a little square of creativity! Super versatile, to take out and about with you, and often very beginner-friendly. And a granny square can become anything! Think blankets, bags, garments, coasters, cardigans – I might just be working on a granny square cardigan myself at the moment. And the best part? They’re the ultimate stash-buster, turning leftover yarn into something truly beautiful.
Where to Find the Pattern
Simply Crochet Magazine is on sale from 5th August 2025 and is available to order online or download as a digital issue now. As well as all the Granny Square goodness the magazine is fun of bold and bright cool makes for hot days.
If you hook up the Mandala Medallion Square I hope you’ll share your photos with me on social media (facebook, twitter or instagram) or as a project on Ravelry – I love to see what you make!
I hope you enjoy this day of crafty celebration that brings together our fabulous hooky community!
Until next time folks! Happy hooking and keep calm and crochet on my friends xx
April has been a quieter month for reading, which is totally fine—I’ve read so much earlier in the year that I’m sure it will all balance out in the end! I’m still loving the process of combining two of my favourite things—books and crochet—in my 2025 Crochet Book Blanket project. Each square represents a book I’ve read, and even with fewer additions this month, I feel that the squares for the blanket are coming together beautifully.
This month, I’ve picked up some new-to-me reads, but I also felt drawn to revisit a few favourites I’ve read in the past—books I wanted to include in the blanket because they’ve meant so much to me over the years. I’ve been thoroughly enjoying the re-reads; there’s something so comforting about slipping back into a story you know so well.
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The Vision for the Book Afghan
To maintain cohesion, I’ve used the same block pattern for the entire afghan (grab the free pattern here), working with yarn from my stash and selecting colours that reflect the book’s cover design. The ultimate goal? A warm, meaningful blanket that doubles as a literary keepsake.
Here’s what I accomplished in April:
Total Books Read: and Squares Completed: 6 books read / 12 squares made
Synopsis:The Maid follows Molly Gray, a socially awkward but endearing hotel maid who takes pride in keeping everything perfectly clean and in order. Her routine life is upended when she discovers a wealthy guest dead in his room, and her unusual demeanour quickly makes her the prime suspect in the investigation. As Molly tries to clear her name, she uncovers unexpected secrets —and learns more about friendship, trust, and herself along the way. Really enjoyed this charming and cleverly written mystery – I’ll be certainly looking to read the sequel.
Synopsis:The Clan of the Cave Bear is a prehistoric fiction classic that follows Ayla, a young Cro-Magnon girl who is orphaned and taken in by a group of Neanderthals known as the Clan. As she grows up among them, her intelligence, independence, and differences set her apart. This book is the beginning of a sweeping saga that blends survival, early human history, and emotional depth. It was one of the first fantasy series I got into when I was younger, and I’ve returned to it many times over the years—it never fails to draw me back in.
Synopsis: With the 2nd Earth’s Children series we continue with Ayla’s journey as she sets out alone after being cast out from the Clan. Surviving in the harsh wilderness, she discovers a hidden valley where she forms incredible bonds with animals—including a horse and a cave lion—and begins to forge her own path. This book also introduces Jondalar, setting the stage for a powerful connection that will shape the rest of the series. Of all the books in the Earth’s Children series, this one is one of my absolute favourites!
Synopsis: The next book of the series follows Ayla and Jondalar as they leave the Valley and find shelter with the Mamutoi, a tribe of mammoth hunters. As Ayla begins to form bonds with the group—and catches the attention of another man—tensions rise, testing her relationship with Jondalar and her place in this new world. Full of rich cultural detail, emotional depth, and dramatic twists, this book is a key part of Ayla’s journey. I’m really enjoying re-reading these books—they’re just as captivating now as they were the first time around.
Synopsis:Bright Young Women is a gripping reimagining of the Ted Bundy murders, told from the perspective of the women affected by his crimes. When a brutal attack shatters a Florida sorority house, its president, Pamela, joins forces with Tina, a woman whose friend disappeared under similar circumstances. Together, they seek justice and reclaim the narrative from the killer (which I really liked), in a powerful story about the strength of women.
Synopsis:Day One is a psychological thriller set in the idyllic Lake District town of Stonesmere. The story unfolds around a tragic school shooting during a primary school play, leaving the community devastated. At the heart of the narrative is the daughter of a teacher who dies heroically trying to protect her pupils. As the town grapples with grief, conspiracy theorists begin to question the events of that tragic day.
All the books so far
Don’t want to scroll and look for all the books that I’ve read so far? Well I’ve put together a list in my Amazon storefront so you can see all the books in one place: Go to the book list
Looking Ahead to May
As we head into May, I’m excited to see what new stories will inspire the next additions to my Crochet Book Blanket. Each book brings its own spark of creativity, and I can’t wait to see how May’s reads will take shape in yarn and colour. If you’re joining in, don’t forget to share your progress using the #KCACOUKBookCAL2025 hashtag—I love seeing how everyone’s blankets are coming together!
Have you ever combined your love of reading with a creative project? Let me know in the comments!
Stay tuned for next month’s updates. Until then, happy hooking and happy reading!
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Hey there, crochet lovers! It’s time to gear up for another year of crochet fun and community spirit! It’s Granny Square Day 2024! Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, Granny Square Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate this iconic motif that has brought joy to so many crafters around the world. It’s a virtual festival, mainly hosted on Instagram, where we connect with fellow crocheters from all corners of the globe.
Granny Square Day started back in 2014, and it’s been growing ever since. The idea was simple: fill the Instagram grid with beautiful granny squares, creating a patchwork of inspiration that anyone could be part of. Each square posted on this day becomes part of a larger tapestry, symbolising our shared love for crochet.
As previous years Simply Crochet the latest issue of the magazine (Issue 152) comes with the 40 Fabulous Granny Squares supplement to get your hooks sunk into. Filled with all new granny square patterns there’s loads of inspiration for some new fabulously square projects.
And I’m really excited to say that I’ve designed two brand new granny square for this supplement. This years theme was entertainment, and my brain went to the circus!
Of the two squares I designed the first features a friendly clown and the second a ‘big top’ style motif with a stripy big top circle. I think combining both motifs could result in a really fun circus themed cushion or blanket – what would you use them for?
I used Rico Ricorumi for these blocks, with a 3.5mm hook (US E/4) which is a DK (Light Worsted) weight 100% cotton yarn that I had in my stash, but the designs would work equally well in any DK yarn or in fact with other fibres and yarn weights to make bigger or smaller blocks.
Granny squares are more than just a crochet motif; they’re a symbol of creativity, community, and comfort. They’re versatile, beginner-friendly, and can be turned into almost anything—from blankets to bags, clothing to coasters. Plus, they’re the perfect stash-busters, allowing you to use up those leftover bits of yarn in the most beautiful way.
Simply Crochet Magazine is on sale from 6th August 2024 and is available to order online or download as a digital issue now. And want to join in with Granny Square Day? It’s super easy! All you have to do is hook, snap and share! All Granny Squares use #grannysquareday2024 and all Granny Square related projects use #grannysquaremakes2024 resulting in the BIGGEST VIRTUAL CROCHET BLANKET IN THE WORLD!
I know they aren’t for everyone but I’m a granny square fan, to me they are nothing to do with ‘grannys’ – they are just a super fun way to show how fun and versatile crochet can be! And there’s something for everyone in the 40 Fabulous Granny Squares supplement from more traditional looking squares to modern contemporary designs.
My Squares:
Hit the button below for more block fun! Free squares will link directly to my blog or, where relevant, to a PDF of the pattern.
If you hook up any of the squares I hope you’ll share your photos with me on social media (facebook, twitter or instagram) or as a project on Ravelry – I love to see what you make!
I hope you enjoy this day of crafty celebration that brings together our fabulous hooky community!
Until next time folks! Happy hooking and keep calm and crochet on my friends xx
Get your hooks ready, it’s granny square day! It’s time to share your square with the crochet community and be part of the biggest online crochet event of the year!
If you’ve not heard about Granny Square day before it’s an international online celebration on instagram which this year falls on Tuesday 15 August 2023. Granny Square Day was started several years ago by US crocheter Susan Regalia, who recognised that Instagram’s grid format could be used to replicate the block arrangement of a classic granny square blanket online. Others soon joined in the fun and Granny Square Day was born! Simply Crochet magazine then took over the reins of Granny Square day in 2018.
Simply Crochet is thrilled to be celebrating another granny square day on Instagram and they want everyone to join in! All you have to do is hook, snap and share using the hashtag #grannysquareday2023 resulting in the BIGGEST VIRTUAL CROCHET BLANKET IN THE WORLD!
As previous years Simply Crochet the latest issue of the magazine (Issue 139) comes with two supplements to get your hooks sunk into – A colour theory booklet to help level up your crochet skills and a book full of 52 granny squares to celebrate Granny Square Day with one square a week for a whole year!
And I’m really excited to say that I’ve designed two brand new granny square for this supplement – excitingly you can actually spy one of them on the front cover!
The first design is what I would say is a granny square for purists as it features the granny square stitch (UK 3 treble cluster / US 3 double crochet cluster), it’s called ‘Bobble Burst’ and a lovely bit of texture in a colourful square. It’s been classed as an easy peasy design – perfect for beginners.
I really like how this block turned out, it feels quite appropriate for a Spring / Summer project and would look great combined to make a blanket or even a bag.
In the supplement the blocks range in skill level; from the more simple to getting a bit more involved and my second design has been grouped in the slightly more tricky range – but I’d say it’s still an easy enough square for advanced beginners. It’s called ‘Flower Fiesta’ and I’d describe it as a fun bit of beginners tapestry crochet.
I used Rico Ricorumi for these blocks, with a 3.5mm hook (US E/4) which is a DK (Light Worsted) weight 100% cotton yarn that I had in my stash, but the designs would work equally well in any DK yarn or in fact with other fibres and yarn weights to make bigger or smaller blocks.
I know they aren’t for everyone but I’m a granny square fan, to me they are nothing to do with ‘grannys’ – they are just a super fun way to show how fun and versatile crochet can be! There’s something for everyone in the Simply Crochet A year of Granny Squares supplement from more traditional looking squares to modern contemporary designs.
Simply Crochet issue 139 is out now and is available in most supermarkets and newsagents and digitally at www.pocketmags.com.
My Squares:
Hit the button below for more block fun! Free squares will link directly to my blog or, where relevant, to a PDF of the pattern.
If you hook up any of the squares I hope you’ll share your photos with me on social media (facebook, twitter or instagram) or as a project on Ravelry – I love to see what you make!
I hope you enjoy this day of crafty celebration that brings together our fabulous hooky community!
Until next time folks! Happy hooking and keep calm and crochet on my friends xx
If you’ve not heard about Granny Square day before it’s an international online celebration on instagram which this year falls on Monday 15 August 2022. Granny Square Day was started several years ago by US crocheter Susan Regalia, who recognised that Instagram’s grid format could be used to replicate the block arrangement of a classic granny square blanket online. Others soon joined in the fun and Granny Square Day was born! Simply Crochet magazine then took over the reins of Granny Square day in 2018.
Simply Crochet is thrilled to be celebrating a 4th year hosting this huge Instagram event resulting in the BIGGEST VIRTUAL CROCHET BLANKET IN THE WORLD! All you have to do is hook, snap and share! All Granny Squares use#grannysquareday2022and all Granny Square related projects use#grannysquaremakes2022
As previous years Simply Crochet the latest issue of the magazine (Issue 126) comes with a very special bonus pattern booklet. You can get really creative with the ‘A year of Granny Squares’ pattern booklet, featuring 52 brand new designs – that’s one for every week of the year! And I’m really excited to say that you can find two new granny square blocks by me inside. You can actually spy one of them on the front cover!
The first design is the closest to a traditional granny square, it’s called ‘Daisy Daisy’ and features a little daisy on a lawn of green grass with a pretty border. It’s been classed as an easy peasy design – perfect for beginners.
For the granny square purists out there I tried to feature some of the customary granny square clusters in each of the designs. Though I also wanted to play on the traditional and come up with something fresh and new. I really like how this block turned out, it feels quite appropriate for a Spring / Summer project.
In the supplement the blocks range in skill level; from the more simple to getting a bit more involved and my second design has been grouped in the slightly more tricky range – but I’d say it’s still an easy eough square for advanced beginners. It’s called ‘Rainbow Burst’ designed in part because I simply can’t resist a bit of a rainbow.
I used Rico Ricorumi for these blocks, with a 3mm hook (closest US size C/2 or D/3) which is a DK (Light Worsted) weight 100% cotton yarn that I had in my stash, but the designs would work equally well in any DK yarn or in fact with other fibres and yarn weights to make bigger or smaller blocks.
To me granny squares are nothing to do with ‘grandmas’ – they are just a super fun way to show how fun and versatile crochet can be! There’s something for everyone in the Simply Crochet squares and motifs supplement from more traditional looking squares to modern contemporary designs.
Simply Crochet issue 126 is available in most supermarkets and newsagents and digitally at www.pocketmags.com.
My Squares:
If you’re new to my blog you might not know that I’ve got several block patterns that are either fun square motifs or use the granny stitch in a more traditional design. Some are available to purchase from my pattern stores (links below) and some are free patterns available here on the blog.
Check out the links below for more Granny Square fun! Please note that most links are to Ravelry as that’s the most comprehensive list of all my patterns – not all squares are currently available from other sources. Free squares will link directly to my blog. Sizes of squares also differ, please see finished square size for full details.
And to celebrate Granny Square Day further, over at Dear Ewe, we’re holding a flash sale with 20% discount on our chart themed items. Check out the Dear Ewe Blog post for all the details, or go straight to the shop and use code: GSD22 at the checkout – sale ends Thursday 18 August.
If you hook up any of the squares I hope you’ll share your photos with me on social media (facebook, twitter or instagram) or as a project on Ravelry – I love to see what you make!
Until next time folks! Happy hooking and keep calm and crochet on my friends xx
If you’ve not heard about Granny Square day before it’s an international online celebration on instagram which this year falls on Saturday 15 August 2020.
Granny Square Day was started 6 years ago by US crocheter Susan Regalia, who recognised that Instagram’s grid format could be used to replicate the block arrangement of a classic granny square blanket online.
Others soon joined in the fun and Granny Square Day was born! Simply Crochet magazine then took over the reins of Granny Square day in 2015.
This year, to coincide with the 100th edition of Simply Crochet magazine, the magazine put together a special supplement of 100 granny square designs which featured some fabulous patterns by some awesome designers – and I’m really excited to say that you can find three new granny square blocks by me.
For the granny square purists out there I tried to feature some of the customary granny square clusters in each of the designs. Though what I wanted to do was play on the traditional and come up with something fresh and new.
The blocks range in skill level too from the more simple to getting a bit more involved so there’s something for every skill level.
The first design is the closest to a traditional granny square, it’s called ‘Summer Lawn’ and features classic granny treble (double) crochet clusters with a bit of surface crochet for a fun summery square.
The next design is called ‘Heritage’ and my inspiration for this one was actually Minton tiles. Mintons was a major company in Staffordshire pottery who founded his factory in Stoke-upon-Trent back in 1793 – there’s lots of places still locally where you can see examples of his tiles.
I wanted to create a timeless looking block that would look good in a variety of different colours to complement all types of interiors – just as the tiles were designed to do.
And finally I designed the ‘Casablanca’ square which in my head is a romantic unisex type of block. I was really pleased with how this one came out – it could certainly have been inspired by an upscale club in a moroccan city don’t you think! Here’s looking at blue kid 😜
To me granny squares are nothing to do with ‘grandmas’ – they are just a super fun way to show how fun and versatile crochet can be! There’s something for everyone in the Simply Crochet squares and motifs supplement from more traditional looking squares to modern contemporary designs.
I used Rico Ricorumi for these blocks which is a DK (Light Worsted) weight 100% cotton yarn that I had in my stash, but the designs would work equally well in other fibres and yarn weights to make bigger or smaller blocks.
Simply Crochet issue 100 is available in most supermarkets and newsagents and digitally at www.pocketmags.com.
You can read more about it over on the Simply Crochet Magazine’s blog but it’s really easy to get involved (as long as you have an Instagram account). Just take a photo of your granny square and crop the photo so it fits the full square shape of an instagram post and use the hashtag #grannysquareday2020.
Your square will then be added to the virtual blanket! To see the blanket, search #grannysquareday2020– you will need to be viewing in Instagram’s standard three-wide format to get the full effect. Or use hashtag #grannysquaremakes2020 for any granny square general photos.
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If you hook up any of the squares I hope you’ll share your photos with me on social media (facebook, twitter or instagram) or as a project on Ravelry – I love to see what you make!
Until next time folks! Happy hooking and keep calm and crochet on my friends xx
