Everyone loves to crochet Mandalas! These stunning afghans are works of art and are sure to take center stage no matter you display them. Designs include both squared-up and round versions. Four throws are made using dk weight, 1 bulky weight, and all remaining throws use worsted weight yarn.
"Hello! We're Tiffany and Hannah, the mom and daughter behind Daisy Farm Crafts, and this book is a quick reference guide for our favorite crochet stitches! Since we are often designing baby blankets, we really wanted to create a simple book where we could easily access pictures and instructions of our favorite stitches, and we thought you might enjoy one, too! We did our best to explain these stitches in a way we hope makes sense, but if you do find yourself needing some more visual help, you can find videos for all the stitches in this book on the Daisy Farm Crafts YouTube Channel. All the stitch instructions in this book are also available for free on daisyfarmcrafts.com." --
With Yarn Pooling Made Easy from Leisure Arts, anyon can join the fun of using variegated yarns to crochet awesome planned color pooling patterns. A pioneer in discovering the secrets of this popular crocheting technique, Marly Bird shares her simple instructions and a variety of crochet projects with eye-catchingarglyle patterns. Designs include full scarf; cowl, wristers, and hat set; zig-zag scarf; car seat cover; baby cocoon; hooded scarf; children sweater; and poncho with raglan yoke. All are for easy skill level using medium weight yarn. --Amazon.
Reflect your personal style with knit scarves and cowls in custom widths and lengths! Complete instructions are provided for making the 12 photographed models in Scarves & Cowls, so you don't have to change a thing to come out with wonderful results. To give you more options, our easy-to-follow charts have already done the maths for lots more sizes- 96 in all! You also can change up each design by choosing yarns with different textures or novelty effects or using solid versus variegated colors. Creating a scarf or cowl that is exactly what you want has never been easier. Just imagine all the possibilities! Made using a variety of yarn weights, the six designs by Karen Ratto-Whooley include Ribbed, Pebbles, Cables, Clover, Half Linen, and Zig Zag.
Wrap up in style with these 35 cute and colourful crocheted scarves and cowls. It takes no time at all to crochet a cowl or a scarf, and some of these are super-fast, using chunky yarns and a big hook. Nicki Trench has created a wide range of contemporary designs, with a variety of stitches and fashionable colours, so you'll really stand out from the crowd. Start with the soft and cosy pom pom scarf or the bright shell stitch scarf in red, yellow and peach. Not every scarf or cowl has to just be for winter! The pretty silk lace scarf and the cool Mexican-inspired tasselled scarf can be worn all year round. There are also handy stash-busters such as the patchwork scarf and the horizontal striped cowl. Whether you want to match your scarf to your outfit or give them as gifts, there's something for everyone in Crocheted Scarves and Cowls.
This collection of crocheted patterns includes adorable animal hoods like a giraffe and bunny for kids and elegant, textured styles for adults. Hoods are both stylish and extra-warm, protecting both your head and neck from the winter chill. Various stitch patterns and embellishments make these hoods interesting and fun to crochet.
·The book features basic instructions and materials needed for 1st-time crocheters ·Includes step-by-step, easy-to-follow directions and stitch guide ·Includes information on how to read abbreviated crochet instructions ·Has three very achievable projects: cushion, scarf, and hat ·Aimed directly at beginners for low cost and high reward, achievable projects, that can be completed in a weekend. ·Beautiful color photographs to help the learning stitcher
“Learn to crochet from a book? Yes, if it happens to be this one . . . the book thoroughly prepares readers to pursue the craft” —with online tutorials! (Booklist) Written with the absolute beginner in mind, this engaging book teaches all the basics for learning to crochet with step-by-step instructions and photographs. Crocheting skills are learned by working on projects, beginning with something very easy and getting progressively more difficult as the reader works through the book. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The introductory section covers all the basics of crochet-selecting yarn, hook types and sizes, other tools and accessories, crochet gauge, chaining, forming the basic stitches, reading patterns-making this the most comprehensive beginner’s book available. The online video tutorials created to supplement this book are an additional learning tool demonstrating the essential techniques used in crochet.