The pattern of these edges adds a delicate, feminine touch that truly elevates the aesthetic of the piece. Not only does this detail add charm, but it also demonstrates the craftsperson’s attention to detail and skill level. Plus, the use of scalloped edges can turn a simple blanket into a family heirloom. Whether you’re snuggling under it with a good book or draping it over a couch for a pop of color, the textured border is sure to catch eyes and start conversations about your handiwork.

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Free Pattern: Attic24 Typepad

This is a pattern to make simple Granny Triangles which can be strung together to make a length of cheery bunting.

Here I’m using my left over bits of Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic) on a 4mm hook and each side of the triangle measures approximately 18cm / 7 inches.

I’m writing the pattern in UK terms, as follows ::

tr [treble] :: yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch (three loops on hook), yarn over and pull through two loops on hook (two loops left on hook), yarn over and pull through remaining two loops (note :: this is equivalent to the US dc stitch).

: TO BEGIN ::

Chain 4, join with a slip stitch to form a ring.

:: ROUND 1 (Work out of central ring) ::

Chain 6 (counts as 1 tr + ch-3 corner space)

Work 3 tr into the ring, chain-3 (as above)

Work 3 tr into the ring, chain-3 (as above)

Work 2 tr into the ring. Now slip stitch into 3rd chain of initial ch-6 to close the round (I’ve put my needle in to show you where to go, above). Fasten off.

You should now be looking at a weeny triangle! It has 3 lots of tr clusters, with ch-3 spaces between.

:: ROUND 2 :: (Work out of chain spaces from made in previous round)

Pull a loop of new colour through the first corner chain space from previous round. Now I am practiced at doing this without tying a knot, I simply hold the tail end firmly with my left hand so it doesn’t slip, and hook a loop through. If you find it easier, you can knot the two tail ends together, keeping the knot as close to the work as possible.

Chain 6 (counts as 1 tr + ch-3 corner space).

Now if you can manage, hold your tail ends horizontally out to the left and make sure your hook passes under them when you make the next 3 stitches. This will trap them and keep them secure until you darn them in at the end.

In 1st corner space  3 tr, ch-1 (this forms part of the 1st corner cluster)

In 2^nd corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr, ch-1 (this is the 2nd corner cluster)

In 3^rd corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr, ch-1 (this is the 3rd corner cluster)

In 1^st corner space 2 tr , join with sl st to 3^rd chain of initial ch-6 (this completes  the 1st corner cluster).

Yay! Round two complete! Now before you go any further, please deal with those tail ends….

Turn the triangle over to the wrong side, and you should see where you have crocheted over them with those first few stitches. Now thread both ends onto a darning needle and carefully darn them back on themselves, weaving under the yarn of that corner cluster. Don’t pull too tight.

:: ROUND 3 :: (Work out of chain spaces)

Pull a loop of new colour through the first corner chain space from previous round.

Chain 6 (counts as 1 tr + ch-3 corner space)

Remember to crochet over your tail ends as you work this first bit………

In 1st corner space  3 tr, ch-1(this forms part of the 1st corner cluster).

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr , ch-1 (this is the 2nd corner cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr , ch-1 (this is the 3^rd corner cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In 1^st corner space 2 tr , join with sl st to 3^rd chain of initial ch-6. (this completes the 1st corner cluster).

Fasten off and darn in ends.

I’m hoping by now that you are beginning to get an idea of how this simple pattern forms. The way each round begins and ends in the same corner space, the way the side clusters are separated by chain-1 spaces, and the way the corner clusters are separated by chain-3 spaces. It’s pretty straightforward eh? Onto the next round then……

:: ROUND 4 :: (Work out of chain spaces)

Pull a loop of new colour through the first corner chain space from previous round.

Chain 6 (counts as 1 tr + ch-3 corner space)

Remember to crochet over your tail ends as you work this first bit………

In 1st corner space  3 tr, ch-1(this forms part of the 1st corner cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr, ch-1 (this is the 2nd corner cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr, ch-1 (this is the 3^rd corner cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In 1^st corner space 2 tr , join with sl st to 3^rd chain of initial ch-6. (this completes the 1st corner cluster).

Fasten off and darn in ends.

:: ROUND 5, 6 and 7 ::

Work as for round 4, adding in extra side clusters with each round. Remember you are working chain-3 spaces in between the corner clusters and chain-1 spaces between the side clusters.

It helps if you darn in your ends as you go, at the end of each round.

Now then….you have finished crocheting, but you may well find that your granny triangle is looking a little bit worse for wear. Does it have wibbly wobbly edges and untidy curling corners? Well Granny is ready for her Spa treatment!

I’ve used 100% acrylic yarn here, but this method of steam blocking works with any fibre. You need an ironing board, a steam iron and 3 pins.

Turn the triangle over so that the right side faces downwards. Stretch out the top edge and put a pin in each corner. You are pinning directly into your ironing board cover, putting the pins at an angle so’s they don’t ping out.

Pull the bottom corner downwards until the triangle edges look straight and even, and put a pin in the bottom corner.

Now set your iron to the LOWEST heat setting, and make sure you have STEAM.

Now HoVeR!!!! This is VErY ImPorTaNt….The Iron Does Not Touch The Crochet. You hover it very, very close, about a centimetre above the surface of the yarn, and you simply allow the steam to do the work. No contact, no pressure. Just the pfffffffffffffffff of the steam. Concentrate on the corners. It does not take long, maybe ten seconds is all. And the results are absolutely miraculous.

Take out your pins, and hey presto, the crochet stays exactly as if it were still pinned!

It remains all flat and neat and beautifully shaped, with the most marvellously perky-pointy corners.

These triangles are quick and easy to make, and are a fantastic way to bust your stash and use up all the little oddments of yarn that you have left over from other things. It’s a lovely way to play with colours too, but of course you could easily work them up in single colours.

The method for working in singles colours is more or less the same, with one small adjustment. Work your first round as described above, ending with a slip stitch into 3rd chain of initial ch-6.

DO NOT fasten off. Instead, make a second slip stitch into the corner space.

Insert your hook into the space (as above), yarn over, then pull the yarn back through the corner space and through the loop on your hook.

By making this extra slip stitch, you get yourself into the exact right place to begin the next round (as above).

Now you are ready to go straight into round 2. So chain 6, then work 3 tr into the first corner space (as above). Use this method for each round, and you will only need to fasten off when the triangle is completed.

You can play about with variations using one, two, three or four colours.

However you choose to colour your Grannies, HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

♥

Here is the written pattern for you to copy/paste and print out ::

:: TO BEGIN ::

Chain 4, join with a slip stitch to form a ring.

:: ROUND 1 (Work out of central ring) ::

Chain 6 (counts as 1 tr + ch-3 corner space)

3 tr, ch-3, 3 tr, ch-3, 2 tr, join with sl st to 3^rd chain of initial ch-6.

Fasten off.

:: ROUND 2 :: (Work out of chain spaces)

Pull a loop of new colour through the first corner chain space from previous round.

Chain 6 (counts as 1 tr + ch-3 corner space)

In 1st corner space  3 tr, ch-1(this forms part of the 1st corner cluster)

In 2^nd corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr, ch-1 (this is the 2nd corner cluster)

In 3^rd corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr, ch-1 (this is the 3rd corner cluster)

In 1^st corner space 2 tr , join with sl st to 3^rd chain of initial ch-6 (this completes  the 1st corner cluster).

Fasten off and darn in ends.

:: ROUND 3 :: (Work out of chain spaces)

Pull a loop of new colour through the first corner chain space from previous round.

Chain 6 (counts as 1 tr + ch-3 corner space)

In 1st corner space  3 tr, ch-1(this forms part of the 1st corner cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr , ch-1 (this is the 2nd corner cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr , ch-1 (this is the 3^rd corner cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In 1^st corner space 2 tr , join with sl st to 3^rd chain of initial ch-6. (this completes the 1st corner cluster).

Fasten off and darn in ends.

:: ROUND 4 :: (Work out of chain spaces)

Pull a loop of new colour through the first corner chain space from previous round.

Chain 6 (counts as 1 tr + ch-3 corner space)

In 1st corner space  3 tr, ch-1(this forms part of the 1st corner cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr, ch-1 (this is the 2nd corner cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next corner space 3tr, ch-3, 3 tr, ch-1 (this is the 3^rd corner cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In next chain space 3tr, ch-1 (this is a side cluster)

In 1^st corner space 2 tr , join with sl st to 3^rd chain of initial ch-6. (this completes the 1st corner cluster).

Fasten off and darn in ends.

:: ROUND 5, 6 and 7 ::

Work as for round 4, adding in extra side clusters with each round. Remember you are working chain-3 spaces in between the corner clusters and chain-1 spaces between the side clusters.