Simplicity

Simplicity [ sim-plis-i-tee ]

noun, plural sim·plic·i·ties.

1. the state, quality, or an instance of being simple.
2. freedom from complexity, intricacy, or division into parts:
   an organism of great simplicity.
3. absence of luxury, pretentiousness, ornament, etc.; plainness:
   a life of simplicity.

To me, the granny square perfectly defines simplicity. Just two stitches – chain and double crochet. That’s it. Yet stunningly beautiful creations come from that simplicity. I’m drawn to the meditative nature of grannies – I’ve probably made hundreds, if not thousands of them over my 50 years of crocheting. Yet each one is just a little bit different.

I’m working on a new design series and each step in the process brings me quiet joy and satisfaction.