Granny Hood Crochet Pattern Review – A Cozy Granny Square Accessory With Modern Style

If you love granny squares but don’t want to commit to another full blanket, this Granny Hood crochet pattern from Lion Brand is a really fun alternative. It takes that classic granny-square look and turns it into a cozy hooded accessory that feels modern, playful, and actually wearable.

I always love a crochet project that looks a little bit different without being overly complicated, and this one definitely fits that bill.

Because it uses chunky yarn, it’s the kind of project that works up quickly, which makes it great if you’re in the mood for a bit of fast crochet gratification. We all need those projects sometimes, especially when the unfinished pile is already giving us side-eye.

This pattern would suit confident beginners and everyday crocheters who want something stylish but still easy enough to relax into. It has that handmade charm granny squares are known for, but in a fresh way that feels more like a statement accessory than a traditional crochet project.

If you enjoy quick wearable makes, you might also like our roundup of granny square slipper patterns, especially if you’re in the mood for cozy crochet accessories with the same retro feel.

What I like most about this design is that it feels trendy without trying too hard. Granny square fashion keeps popping up everywhere, and this is a nice way to try the look without making a full cardigan or oversized bag. It’s warm, practical, and perfect for anyone who likes crochet pieces with a bit of personality.

Since it’s made with chunky yarn, the finished look is bold and cozy rather than soft and drapey, so that’s worth keeping in mind if you prefer lighter accessories. But if you love modern granny square crochet and quick projects you can actually finish, this one is well worth a look.

You could easily pair this post with other cozy projects too, like our crochet mood blanket patterns or other easy crochet accessories for beginners, if you want to keep the granny-square inspiration going.

It’s a cute pattern, a fun twist on a classic crochet style, and a nice reminder that granny squares can still surprise us.

If you love colourful granny squares, vintage-inspired crochet and anything designed by Lori Holt, the new Granny Square Along Crochet Book deserves a spot on your wish list.

This is Lori Holt’s first crochet book, inspired by the granny squares her grandmother taught her to make. Inside are 13 creative granny square crochet projects, all presented in Lori’s wonderfully cheerful, scrappy style. Expect plenty of colourful cushions, bags, blankets and useful accessories that make the most of those little squares we can never resist making.

The spiral-bound format is a practical touch because the book should sit flat beside you while you crochet. Partial crochet diagrams are also included alongside the written instructions.

This book is best for confident beginners and intermediate crocheters. You should already understand basic crochet stitches, including chains, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet and slip stitches.

Most projects use Lori Holt’s #2-weight Chunky Thread with a 3.5 mm crochet hook, although some designs worked with two strands require a 4.5 mm hook.

What I love most is the book’s nostalgic, collected-over-time look. It is colourful without being garish and scrappy without looking as though every leftover yarn ball was thrown at it in a moment of desperation. The finished projects have that cozy handmade charm Lori Holt does so well.

The book is expected to ship in September 2026. The current reservation requires a $1.50 non-refundable fee, with the remaining preorder price charged when the book ships.

You can reserve the Granny Square Along Crochet Book by Lori Holt here.

If this book inspires you to keep experimenting, take a look at our 15 unusual granny square crochet patterns and these 20 other ways to use granny squares.

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