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Message:: [QUOTE="2manybooks, post: 13155033, member: 8267"]Yes, it is done with crochet, and from what I can see the maker used a type of "treble" stitch and "chain" stitch. Each square (called a "granny square") was made separately, and then joined together. It does look like cotton crochet thread was used (although I can't be positive), which is a finer material than the yarns used in "afghans", and requires a much finer crochet hook. Depending on the skill of the crocheter, a single square might take 1-3 hours to complete. [ATTACH=full]560303[/ATTACH] The variegated threads may be the best clues to dating, as these only became available post WWII. Earlier crochet threads were solid white or ecru, and some solid colors. Colorful crocheted coverlets designed with granny squares were quite popular with the craft revival of the 1960s. But I believe the blankets made during this period (and continuing today) were more often made using heavier yarns in the afghan style, which is a quicker process. I think your coverlet was made by a very experienced crocheter familiar with the older styles of working with crochet thread, but with access to newer colors.[/QUOTE]