Retro Knitting & Crochet
1 / 15From granny squares to cable knit sweaters, how well do you remember the golden age of yarn crafts?
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What iconic crochet pattern, made by joining small squares together, was one of the most popular projects of the 1960s and 70s?
About Retro Knitting & Crochet
Give your memory a workout with Retro Knitting & Crochet: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. From granny squares to cable knit sweaters, how well do you remember the golden age of yarn crafts? Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. What iconic crochet pattern, made by joining small squares together, was one of the most popular projects of the 1960s and 70s?
Answer: The granny square
2. Which type of yarn, made from sheep's wool, was the traditional choice for warm sweaters and socks?
Answer: Wool
3. What was the name for the two basic stitches in knitting?
Answer: Knit and purl
4. Which brand of affordable acrylic yarn, sold in large skeins at department stores, became a staple for crafters in the 1970s?
Answer: Red Heart
5. What cozy item, made from a large crocheted or knitted rectangle, was draped over sofas in almost every American living room?
Answer: An afghan or throw blanket
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Most players finish Retro Knitting & Crochet in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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