Crochet is the perfect book for people interested in shifting away from mass-produced items, who want to create unique, crocheted pieces. There are more than 80 crochet projects to choose from, and the book helps you get to grips with the basic stitches before leading you to the best projects to try next. Why is it special? * It's the go-to crochet compendium that combines a step-by-step technique section with 101 projects for crocheters of all levels of ability. * This comprehensive book takes you through the basics, with useful practice projects to build confidence, before embarking on more adventurous crochet patterns. * Close-up step-by-step photography and detailed text give you crystal-clear instructions for every crochet stitch. * A huge variety of projects spans things to wear, items for the home, decorative pieces, and cute gifts. Whether you're looking to crochet oh-so sweet baby booties, amigurumi animals, a granny square bedspread, a one-size-fits-all shopping bag, or a fabulously slouchy hat--you're sure to find something to fit the bill.
Neophyte crafters learn how to wield a crochet hook with skill and grace, enter yarn stores with confidence, and recreate their favorite crochet trends in this invaluable guide. Seemingly complex crocheting jargon and techniques are demystified with step-by-step photographs and instructions. Clear diagrams demonstrate how to hold a crochet hook and yarn, and form basic stitches to create a simple scarf. More advanced skills--such as shaping, working in rounds, motifs, and edging--lead into sophisticated projects, including an evening bag, a pillow, and an edged camisole. Designed for the extreme beginner, the manual also contains an index, a list of additional resources, and helpful charts.
Fundamental skills and stitches, such as the chain stitch, slip stitch, and single, half double, and double crochet. Techniques include creating an integral fringe, crocheting in the round, and filet crocheting. Create a shadowbox pillow, basketweave blanket, bunny basket, child's cap and mittens, openwork placemats, woven shoulder bag, and more.
Vanna White, the popular TV game show co-host and America's favorite crocheter, presents 10 little amigurumi animals that will capture your heart. From the alligator to the walrus, each of the 10 creatures can rest in the palm of your hand. Just think how much fun you'll have crocheting the whole zoo, especially when you use Vanna's Choice and Vanna's Choice Baby yarns from the Lion Brand Yarn Company. Enjoy the adventure of crocheting these winsome, wild creatures. They are wonderful to keep or to share! 10 designs to crochet using medium weight yarn: elephant, hippo, monkey, giraffe, alligator, lion, seal, walrus, penguin, and snowy owl. Sizes range from 4" to 8" tall.
Get hooked on crochet with this complete guide for beginners! First, discover all the tools and materials you'll need to start crocheting, including hook sizes and yarn weight guidelines. Next, learn basic crochet techniques and stitches with easy step-by-step instructions and accompanying photographs. You'll also learn how to crochet rounds, add new yarn, fasten off, and join pieces together. Then, learn how to read a crochet pattern, including abbreviations and symbols. Finally, follow the patterns to complete 27 simple crochet projects, from amigurumi creatures and baby gifts to accessories and home goods. Several patterns include step-by-step tutorials on special stitches or techniques used. The spiral binding allows the book to lie flat while in use. 128 pages
Get hooked on crocheting with this crochet book for beginners! Filled with step-by-step illustrations for an easy-to-follow and fully visual experience, this foolproof guide will have you starting your first crochet project right away! If you’ve always wanted to learn how to crochet but thought it would be too tough, this is the ultimate book for you! From choosing the right hooks and crochet yarn to basic stitches and patterns, Crochet Step By Step explains all the tools, materials, and techniques you’ll need to get started. You’ll be making scarfs, blankets, baby hats, and cushions in no time! Inside the pages of this illustrative crochet reference guide, you’ll find: • Over 100 key techniques and 20 easy projects to get you started • Clear step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow instructions • Advice on what materials you need and how to use them • An introduction to color theory and how to combine colors for optimum effect Even if you’ve never held a crocheting needle in your hand, the detailed illustrations and instructions will transform you into a crochet master! There are more than 100 techniques and crochet patterns to try, each explained step by step, with clear terms and methods. This basic crochet book includes a concise explanation of stitch symbols and abbreviations together with clear guidelines on how to read crochet patterns. There are 20 projects to practice what you’ve learned about stitches, techniques, and tools, so you can go from a novice to an expert crocheter! There's also helpful advice on which color combinations to use for beautiful results. On Your Marks. Get Set. Stitch! This newly updated edition includes a fresh design and brand-new photography that shows the stitches with gorgeous clarity. Gorgeous photos of finished projects will inspire you to pick up your crochet hook and get creative! It’s the perfect gift for anyone who wants to learn how to crochet. Complete the Series: Fully illustrated and easy to use, the DK Step by Step series covers all the essential skills and techniques you need to succeed in all sorts of hobbies, whether you’re a newbie or not. Once you’ve mastered the art of crocheting with Crochet Step by Step, why not learn how to master key carpentry skills in Woodwork Step by Step?
The bestselling guide to crochet from the Mollie Makes team, with 15 exclusive projects. Crochet remains extremely popular among young crafters, with more and more people taking it up. This book is aimed at complete beginners, with step-by-step techniques and easy, fun projects of all levels. The team behind Mollie Makes magazine have brought together all their favourite crochet designers to share their tips, stories and beautiful projects. The beginner’s section starts with a run-through of the basic tools and equipment you’ll need, as well as a handy guide to choosing yarn. Once you’re ready to start, learn the best way to hold your hook, and make your first chain! Choose from a range of clear, simple projects, specially designed for beginners. Make a gift for a loved one with patterns for a monster gadget cover, bouquet of woolly flowers or a cute set of Russian dolls. Bring your home up to date by making an ontrend bolster, chair runner or embrace that granny-chic look with a set of retro potholders.
Do you wish you could learn how to crochet easily as a beginner? Or you are simply trying to pick up more crocheting patterns to try out? Crochet For Beginners is the right book for beginners right through to advanced level crochets. We have included an extensive book of crochet patterns for beginners to experts along with colour illustrations! We have also made it easy for anyone to pick up crocheting through this book with easy to follow illustrations & clear and precise instructions. Each step in the book has clear & precise instructions with picture illustrations so even if you are a complete beginner, you will be able to follow seamlessly. Also included are several beginner crochet projects right up to intermediate for you to test your skills effectively. Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... Step by step guide to beginner crocheting with illustrations that makes learning easy for you Learn crocheting the easy & quick way without all the frustrations Beginner to intermediate crocheting tips & patterns to hone your skills The No.1 tip to save you money even before you start crocheting! The top tips in crocheting to avoid the most common mistakes beginners make And much, much more! This book has been written to empower you to get started on crocheting or to improve your skills further! Learning or improving doesn't need to be hard & dull, we have designed the book to be user friendly with illustrations & step by step. Simply download your copy above now to get started!
Create your own magic with this Harry Potter crochet book! Create your own magic and conjure up these adorable figures of “the boy who lived” and his friends. This book gives step-by-step directions to make Harry Potter, Dobby, and twelve more magical amigurumi models, and the full-color photos will ensure your projects turn out completely enchanting.
Get hooked on crochet! The author of Supersize Crochet guides you through the basics so you can finish your first project in just one day. In Beginner’s Guide to Crochet, each new stitch is explained in easy steps with accompanying photographs and diagrams and is followed up with a project showing you how to utilize your newfound skills. The twenty modern projects range from a super simple French press cozy to a granny square blanket. Plus, there is a section dedicated to “extreme crochet,” using t-shirt yarn to create larger-than-life crocheted creations. In addition, crochet charts are included for each stitch and pattern, with the author explaining, in detail, how to read and follow charts. The author’s chatty, informal style will take you on your journey from newbie to fully-fledged crocheter, and before you know it, you’ll be crocheting and making fantastic homemade presents for friends and family. Crochet blogger Sarah Shrimpton of Annaboo’s House is a self-taught crocheter and former teacher who started blogging for fun and now has over fifty-five thousand followers on Instagram.
