The Festive Granny Square Book

Discover a world of festive crochet inspiration with this ultimate guide to seasonal granny squares.

With more than 50 squares ranging in style, stitch, and subject – from glittering baubles and gingerbread houses to Nordic-style stags and even a giftbox wrapped in a 3D bow – you can mix and match your favorite designs to create unique clothes, gifts, and home décor.

Ideal for all crocheters, both new and experienced, each step-by-step pattern has easy-to-follow instructions alongside ideas for how to include your squares in your bigger crochet projects. Whether you’re making a cozy winter blanket, a holiday sweater, or a cute gift bag, The Festive Granny Square Book is packed with everything you need for your next seasonal crochet masterpiece – one square at a time.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs