Well I finally finished the granny square baby blanket!
After weeks of making 25 squares, I then did a final outer round in cream on each square.
I know there’s a bit of debate as to which is the best way to join crocheted squares. Personally I think it is much quicker to crochet the squares together than to sew them (however sewing does give a smoother result). So I crocheted all the squares together and did 2 rounds in cream round the joined up 5×5 squares.
Crocheting the squares gives a ridged look on the back but I think this adds interest the blanket.
So the blanket is now waiting to be wrapped up and delivered to its new little owner – welcome to the world baby Will.
The Creative Pixie 
I absolutely LOVE your blanket. I think joining with crochet gives it more character. He ll be one toasty warm baby. 🙂 x
Thank you,it took me longer than I expected to make it but it’s been worth it.
Gorgeous!
Thanks. Have you started into your freebie stash yet?
You did a great job! I like the way your varied the colors on each row! The white adds a nice touch!
Thanks I wanted the colours to be placed randomly. The cream wool helps bring out the colours I think.
Beautiful blanket, I love the colours, too. I love the way you have crocheted the squares together.
Thank you
I totally wouldn’t have chosen those colours myself if I just saw them in skeins but you’ve made them look awesome together. Great work!!
I had to go through my stash see what colours would be suitable for a boy.I didn’t want to do just blues cause that’s boring (when I had my girls I was given so much pink so now when doing baby gifts I try to stay away from the stereotypical colours). I love the green-its meadow by Stylecraft Special DK yarn.
lovely blanket. I love the fact taht it is a bit different to the usual pinks, blues and yellow. Very sophisticated baby!!
Thank you. I enjoyed making it however I’m now concentrating on the cross stitch for Christmas.
Hey – Love this blanket – beautiful colour choice and so warm and soothing – a gift to be treasured!
Love your blog, and love the blanket. Nice mix of colours. It looks so snuggly.
Oooh! The colours are gorgeous 🙂 Love it! Avis x
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ooh thank you!
What a gorgeous blanket, absolutely lovely, and I’m sure the new owner will adore it!
I love your blanket – the colors, the way they were laid out, and the joins were so neat. I agree, the ridges do add to its beauty =) ~ Karen
Thanks. I think perhaps I’ll do hexagons next time I make a blanket.