Discover all the tools, techniques, and stitches you need to crochet beautiful and original items. With more than 100 clearly photographed crochet stitches and techniques, plus advice on how to read crochet patterns, this foolproof guide will help beginners get started and more experienced crocheters refresh their skills. 20 beautiful and contemporary projects show you how to crochet everything from granny squares and crochet flowers, to beanies and baby toys. Pick up your crochet hook and get creative with Crochet Step by Step. Whether you're a novice, an expert crocheter, or are just looking for a new at-home activity, this easy-to-understand book is perfect for crafters of all levels.
“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.
Have you ever wanted to cuddle Chewbacca or hug Yoda? The Star Wars Crochet book comes with step-by-step instructions, complete with photos. Possible projects could include: Wicket the Ewok, Chewbacca, Stormtrooper, Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo Yoda, C-3PO, R2-D2, Jabba the Hutt, Boba Fett.
Introduces the methods and techniques that you need to master before your creativity can take flight. Covers all the basics, with step-by-step illustrations, four simple practice projects and a glossary.
Provides a guide for more experienced crocheters to create lacework patterns and projects, including openwork pillows, lacy cardigans, and fingerless gloves.
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.
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!
Do you have no clue where to start when it comes to crocheting? Discover simple techniques to create amazing patterns in just three days. Have you tried crocheting only to get confused by the stitches, hooks, and other details? Have you given up or put your crocheting projects on the back burner hoping for an easier way? Author Emma Brown learned to crochet and knit at her grandmother's feet and has started crochet circles in just about every city she's lived in. Now Brown is sharing all of her grandmother's secrets with you. In Crochet for Beginners: Quick and Easy Way to Master Spectacular Crochet Stitches in 3 Days, Brown walks you through various crochet techniques step-by-step. Gone are the complicated explanations and confusing terminology, replaced by beautiful, easy-to-follow visuals. Brown's smart system can take you from beginner level all the way up through more complex projects like crocheting afghans. In no time, you'll feel more comfortable with this relaxing, artistic, and satisfying process. Inside Crochet for Beginners, you'll discover: How to master almost any crochet pattern in as little as three days How to make all 21 gorgeous crochet patterns featured in the book The specific hooks to purchase for your projects and how to know which stitches are which A comprehensive glossary of those tricky crochet terms 10 fast-track tips to get you started quickly and easily, and much, much more! Crochet for Beginners is an incredible resource for any crochet fan, whether you're a beginner or an experienced pro. If you like your crochet instructions packed full of tutorials, diagrams, and full-color photos, then you'll love Brown's landmark book. Buy Crochet for Beginners to stitch your hobby together today! Don't forget to claim a FREE Kindle version with your purchase of Paperback copy!
Make a miniature version of you, your friends, and celebrities too! Youll absolutely love this comprehensive guide to creating amigurumi people. Media favorite Allison Hoffman—whose delightful creations have graced the sets of Conan, Martha Stewart, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and more—explains how to craft and customize these Japanese dolls at every stage. Youll learn everything from depicting the face of the person youre designing to getting the clothing, hair, and accessories just right. The possibilities are infinite . . . and infinitely fun!
Using just one ball of wool, cotton, silk, or variegated yarn, any crafter with a pair of knitting needles or crochet hooks including beginners young and old can make any of the huge variety of projects in this book.
