There was a time when granny squares were reserved for afghans and arcmchair covers. Not anymore! Fashion designer and crochet master Babette Ulmer shows you how to make nostaligc crochet squares and turn them into fun, fashion-forward, contemporary pieces of wearable art.

Granny squares have been around for more than 125 years and for a long time, they were just for making blankets. But now they can be seen everywhere, from social media to the pages of Vogue. Far from being old-fashioned, these works of crocheted art are the fashion world’s hottest trend. And now, with Not Your Granny’s Granny Squares you can make some of the coolest granny square clothes you’ll ever see. Crochet master and fashion designer Babette Ulmer has created patterns for everything from headbands, scarves, and tote bags to gorgeous halter tops, skirts, cardigans, dusters, and more. With detailed instructions on how to make all kinds of squares, easy-to-follow patterns, and even a bit of history about the granny square itself, this is the only book you’ll need to crochet your own iconic granny square look