Funkadot makes loops

I tried making a baby hat a few weeks ago, but I had either used the wrong size hook, or yarn, and well, it came out a bit more like a helmet to be honest. It was way to hard to put on a babys head, and just wasn't very comfortable looking at all.

However, this morning, I decided to have another go, and just really made it up as I went along. Starting with 4 chains, joined, chain 3, a row of 11 DC, then puff stitches (12), then DC again, and a row of SC to give it some strength (12). Then just went on with 3 rows of DC, an increase row, increasing every other stitch, (crocheting two DC), another of DC and then dropped a few hook sizes and then increased in every space, which also made a nice edging andgaveit that brim look.

I'm not exactly sure thats the 'proper' way to do it, but I felt like just trying out what I had learned. Its a tad messy and the tension leaves a lot to be desired, but I had fun improvising!

Well, I never thought I'd be excited to see my first granny square completed, but here it is! Its crocheted in DK acrylic and measures 7" x 7". I learned the 'puff stitch and the 'cluster stitch' while doing this as well, which actually took me ages to figure out. Once I could see how the the instructions translated into a stitch, it was definitely a lot clearer.

I seem to have a bit of bother reading the instructions, as I definitley find it easier to be shown rather than read what I've to do.

Anyway, I'm not sure If I'll continue on with any more of this particular square, as the colors aren't my first choice, probably better for a baby blanket or something. I do actually fancy making myself a nice afghan, although its not really coming up for warm blanket season, its always nice to have one about.

If you like this granny square, then you can find the pattern here free!