How to Crochet Star Granny Square Tutorial

Summary

In this crochet tutorial, Robin guides viewers through creating a star granny square using a 5mm hook and two yarn colors. The process begins with a slip knot and chain, followed by a series of crochet stitches to form the star's points. The second color is introduced for a clean edge, with additional stitches for texture. The video concludes with finishing techniques, showcasing the versatility of the star granny square for various projects like blankets, Afghans, and clothing.

Takeaways

• 👋 Welcome to Knotting Hook Crochet with Robin!
• 🧶 Today, we're making a star granny square.
• 🔧 You will need a 5mm crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle, and two colors of yarn.
• ✨ Using 'I Love This Yarn' in Ivory with gold polyester and 'Desert Dust'.
• 🔗 Start with a slip knot, chain five, and form a circle with a slip stitch.
• 💫 Make 15 double crochets into the circle, counting the chain three as the first double crochet.
• 🌟 Chain five and follow a specific pattern to create the star's legs with single, half double, double, and triple crochets.
• 🔄 Repeat the process to create five points of the star, then fasten off the first color.
• 🎨 Attach the second color at the tip of one star point using a standing single crochet.
• 🔄 Work around the star with different stitches (half double, double, extended double, triple) to form a neat edge and corners.
• 🔗 Single crochet around the entire star, making corners with single crochet, chain two, and another single crochet.
• 🧵 Finish by fastening off and weaving in the ends with a yarn needle.

Q & A

What materials are needed to make the star granny square?

You will need a 5 mm crochet hook, a pair of scissors, a yarn needle to work in your ends, and two colors of yarn. Specifically, the tutorial uses 'I Love This Yarn' from Hobby Lobby in Ivory with gold polyester winding and 'I Love This Yarn' in Desert Dust.

How do you start the star granny square?

Begin with the Ivory yarn. Make a slip knot and chain five. Slip stitch to the first chain to form a small circle, then chain three which counts as a double crochet. Place 14 double crochets into the center of the circle, totaling 15 including the chain three.

What is the purpose of chaining five and the subsequent stitches?

Chaining five and adding stitches like single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and triple crochet in specific chains create the 'legs' or points of the star. This process is repeated five times to form the five-point star.

What alternative method can be used instead of chaining five to start the project, and what is a potential downside?

Instead of chaining five, you can start with a magic circle. However, the magic circle has a tendency to fall apart in the laundry.

How is the second color of yarn incorporated into the star granny square?

The second color is introduced by making a slip knot and attaching it with a standing single crochet at the tip of one of the star points. This creates a cleaner edge and is followed by various stitches worked through the back loops.

What is the significance of working stitches through the back loops?

Working through the back loops creates a raised ridge effect on the star, adding texture and definition to the edges of the points.

What type of stitch is used at the tip of each star point in the second color?

At the tip of each star point, a single crochet is used to create a cleaner, more defined edge.

How do you form the corners of the square after completing the star points?

To form the corners, use a combination of triple crochet, chain two, and another triple crochet in the same stitch. This method is repeated to create four corners.

What is the final step to complete the star granny square?

The final step is to single crochet around the entire square, placing a single crochet, chain two, and another single crochet in each corner space. Then slip stitch to join and fasten off.

What are some potential projects that can be made using the star granny square?

The star granny square can be used to create baby blankets, large Afghans, handbags, tops, sweaters, and many other projects. The possibilities are endless.