Welcome to the wonderful world of crochet, a craft that is having a fantastic revival. This book includes over 30 exciting projects to create, from easy cushions and small accessories, to more ambitious fashion garments. Whether creating a fabulous alpaca shawl or cool textured cushions and adorable baby accessories, you will find all the step-by-step instructions you need to get started, as well as advanced techniques.
This is a comprehensive reference book on all aspects of crochet. This book provides a reference for all methods, including Tunisian, filet, intermeshing, broomstick lace, bruges lace, and freeform crochet. Includes step-by-step instructions for all the basic stitches and swatches of 100s of stitch patterns with complete instructions. Also provides instructions and patterns for 50 projects for garments, accessories, and décor items.
Join the seamless revolution! Kristin Omdahl debuts her revolutionary, one-of-kind seamless motif joining crochet technique in Seamless Crochet. Traditional motif seaming techniques require crocheters to painstakingly sew together hundreds of seams and weave in countless ends. Not with Seamless Crochet! Innovative designer Kristin Omdahl has pioneered a new technique for crocheters of all skill levels to create motif-based patterns in one piece, eliminating seams and leaving only two ends to weave in. Kristin's brand-new modular construction allows one motif to flow into the next, creating secure joins and beautiful geometric patterning on the exterior round. Inside you'll find a showcase of 18 garment, home decor, and accessory projects from Kristin that will change the way you crochet forever. From pillows to shawls to blankets, these projects will show you just how versatile and time-saving this "tail-free" construction method is. Seamless Crochet will transform the way you approach every crocheted motif-based design, giving you professional crochet results in a fraction of the time.
Vanna's Choice: Color It Beautiful Afghans 15 simple, colorful throws, all crocheted in Vanna's Choice yarn from Lion Brand® Yarn; plus 14 mix-and-match pattern stitch blocks.
This must-have resource walks crocheters step by step from basic to advanced methods and contains more than 1,000 full-color photos featuring real hands holding real yarn.
Advanced Crochet Stitches & Patterns How to Crochet More Advanced Stitches & Make Cool, New Patterns with Easy to Follow Instructions with Images & Illustrations So now you've mastered the basic stitches of crochet. You know how to do a single and double stitch, you know how to make rows. Granny squares are getting old (pun intended!). Do you want to learn more about different, new crochet techniques? Have you ever stitched a crochet work with your fingers? Would you like to know how? Are you looking for something NEW in the crochet world? In this Advanced Crochet Stitches and Patterns book I show you over 15 new, advanced crochet techniques and apply those techniques to four hip new patterns. I have been crocheting for nearly 20 years. I have taught countless friends and family about how to crochet. In this book, I can teach you those same more advanced techniques in an easy to read conversational style. I even include full photographs outlining every step of the way! I don't talk down to you. You already know the basics of crochet; we won't be discussing needle sizes or yarn weights in this book. This how-to guide will further advance your knowledge of crochet by teaching you a better understanding of complicated techniques. The thing is- they aren't all that complicated! You just have to have the right person show you how it's done; that right person can be me! In my Advanced Crochet Stitches and Patterns book you will learn many new, advanced crochet techniques like: Back Post-Double Crochet Front Post Double Crochet Crocodile Stitch Loop Stitch Crab Stitch Basketweave Stitch Griddle Stitch Granite Stitch Bullion Stitch Picot Stitch Spiked Cluster Stitch Have you ever incorporated beads into your crochet project? Well, in this book, I give you step-by-step instructions on how to create beautiful crochet pieces with beads. In addition to these awesome, cool new techniques, I give you four complete patterns that utilize these new skills. The patterns included in this book are: Pineapple Crochet Scarf Mini Tote Bag Spider Lace Afghan Square Puff Stitch Hat I hope when you purchase this book that you are inspired to create beautiful, handmade gifts for your family and friends. There's nothing more special than an item that was made from your heart. FREE BONUS: For a limited time, when you purchase the paperback book on Amazon, you can download the eBook version for FREE!
Get hooked on Interlocking Crochet! Do you want to create incredible crochet projects that will leave even experienced crocheters amazed and wondering, "How did she do that?" Would you like to crochet one project that has two unique, attractive looks? Try the technique of interlocking crochet, which takes simple stitches and turns them into richly textured, reversible fabrics. There has never been a book that explores this technique so thoroughly. Inside Interlocking Crochet you'll find: • Step-by-step illustrations of the crochet stitches that turn yarn into incredible interlocking crochet fabric • A stitch dictionary with 80 beautiful stitch patterns • 10 projects ranging from lovely, luxurious scarves to big, cozy afghans Try your hand (and crochet hook!) at this unique and interesting technique—you might never want to go back to regular crochet again!
Crochet Master Class presents 18 crochet techniques taught by some of the world’s best crochet designers and instructors. Each chapter focuses on a different technique, inviting you to dip in, experiment, and then apply your newfound skills to create a custom piece designed by these crochet luminaries. You’ll learn Hairpin Lace from Stitch Diva Jennifer Hansen, discover the intricate color work of tapestry crochet from Carol Ventura, and explore free-form crochet with renowned fiber artist Prudence Mapstone. Filled with expert instruction, inspiring stories, and projects created exclusively for this book, Crochet Master Class is your guide to the incredible range of crochet possibilities. Techniques include: Filet Crochet • Hairpin Lace • Tapestry Crochet • Aran Crochet • Entrelac Crochet • Fashion Crochet • Tunisian Crochet • Woven Crochet • Double-Ended Crochet • Tassels • Bullion Stitch • Overlay Crochet • Bead Crochet • Bruges Crochet • Painted Crochet • Free-Form Crochet • Irish Crochet • Wire Crochet
"Twenty-one fashionable crochet projects including sweaters, dresses, jackets, handbags, and shorts. Written instructions are accompanied by all necessary diagrams and schematics"--
