Granny Edging Tutorial

Granny Squares are a perpetual favorite. Here is a nice way to finish off those projects with a pretty edging. It’s pretty simple

but quite effective. Find the tutorial here.

I also like the way Lucy finishes her colorful granny square blanket here . There’s not really a pattern or tutorial for this, but with this close-up photo, you can figure it out yourself. I’ve used this technique successfully several times. Just play with the number of chains and stitches til you get a combination that looks right to you.

There are plenty of other ways to edge or finish off your granny squares and granny stitch patterns. Using color properly can really pull the project together. Remember, the granny square is one of the most basic and frequently used of all crochet patterns. With a little experimentation you can make it your own.

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This Crochet Baby Beanie is one of those simple little patterns that makes a really lovely handmade gift. It uses soft Bernat Softee Baby yarn for the hat, a fluffy Pipsqueak edging, and an optional crochet flower on the side, giving it that cute baby-shower-ready finish.

What makes this one appealing is that the shape is worked in easy rounds, starting with a magic circle and increasing up to 48 stitches before moving into the textured post-stitch section. The fluffy edging softens the whole look, and the added flower gives it a sweet decorative touch without making the project feel too fussy.

I also like that it feels like a pattern you could easily customize. You could skip the flower for a simpler baby beanie, change the colors for a more modern look, or keep the pink-and-white version for a classic handmade baby gift. It has that practical “quick weekend project” feel, which is always handy when a baby shower sneaks up on you.

If you’re looking for an easy crochet baby hat pattern with a soft, cozy finish, this one is definitely worth a look. It’s cute, giftable, and the fluffy trim gives it a little extra charm.

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