Crochet Unravelled


Book Description




Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary


Book Description

This illustrated crochet stitch dictionary features 125 stitches plus handy shaping techniques and endless inspiration for creative crocheters. In Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary, designer Dora Ohrenstein offers detailed instructions for 125 beautiful stitch patterns. Plus, she explains how to increase and decrease each stitch pattern in three different ways—without shaping, with shaping at the edges, and with internal shaping. This hefty collection, ranging from lace and filigree to shells and textured stitches, is loaded with beautifully photographed swatches of each pattern, plus charted and text instructions. Ohrenstein’s focus on shaping techniques makes it possible to explore an array of variations without a pattern.




Crochet Stitches Unraveled


Book Description

Discover "Crochet Stitches Unraveled" This guide provides clear instructions for beginners to learn essential crochet stitches. Share the joy of crochet with friends and family, making it a delightful present for anyone interested in learning this craft. From basic stitches to more complex patterns, this book offers a variety of crochet techniques to master. Whether you are new to crochet or looking to expand your skills, this book will inspire creativity and provide hours of crochet enjoyment. Unlock the world of crochet and create beautiful projects with confidence.




The Crochet Stitch Bible


Book Description

The Crochet Stitch Bible contains over 200 stitches, explained in full, and is a perfect starter guide for beginners, with advanced projects and details for experts. The handy spiral bound design allows this book to be laid open on a work surface for easy reference, and makes a wonderful addition to the library of any crafter, crocheter, or knitter. This comprehensive guide includes step-by-step instructions for basic stitches, textured stitches, fans and shells stitches, mesh and filet stitches, openwork and lace stitches, trims and edgings, clusters, puffs, bobbles, spike, relief, tunisian, multi-color, squares, and special stitches. Each crochet stitch is accompanied by a photograph sample, row-by-row instructions, and easy-to-follow symbol charts. Crochet is the technique of making a looped fabric from a continuous length of yarn, using a single hook. The word "crochet" itself derives from the French "croc," meaning a hook (or crook); an old scottish name for crochet is "shepherd's knitting." It is one of the most portable and flexible of crafts, requiring only a hook and some yarn. Once you have mastered the basic techniques, you can create a fascinating variety of effects.




Our Favorite Crochet Stitches


Book Description

"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." --




Japanese Stitches Unraveled


Book Description

Japanese stitch patterns are eye-catching and much sought after by devotees, but before now, they often seemed out of reach, whether locked behind Japanese-only instructions or tangled up in difficult-to-decipher illustrations. Japanese Stitches Unraveled offers 150 rare patterns inspired by these elusive and intricate Japanese stitch designs, along with fully illustrated charts, familiar symbols, and clear instructions for every single stitch. Each stitch pattern receives Bernard’s unique four-direction makeover—topdown, bottom-up, back-and-forth, and in-the-round. To showcase the knitting in action, Bernard also includes instructions for six garments as well as her famous formulas for knitting without a pattern.




Whimsical Stitches


Book Description

2018 and 2019’s No. 1 Best-selling Amigurumi Book in the U.S.! Explore Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crochet design, with 30 unique and darling patterns. Whether a novice or an experienced crocheter, anyone can pick up a needle and complete these cuddly creations. Author and amigurumi guru Lauren Espy inspires crocheters with her easy-to-follow patterns, pictures, and helpful instructions. Lauren always takes the patterns one step at a time to ensure that your finished product is as cute as the creation on the page! In Whimsical Stitches: A Modern Makers Book of Amigurumi Crochet Patterns, amigurumi is explored through 30 simple, fanciful patterns in a variety of themes, including: • In the Garden • At the Aquarium • Down on the Farm • At the Bakery Brighten a room with flowers that won’t wilt, bring cheer to your table with colorful fruits that won’t attract flies, and add cuddly friends to a baby’s collection of favorite toys.




Crochet Unraveled


Book Description

Crochet Unraveled: First Stitches - Your Gateway to the Enthralling World of Crocheting! Dive into the intricacies of crocheting with Crochet Unraveled: First Stitches. Ideal for the uninitiated, this comprehensive guide gently introduces the reader to the vibrant world of crocheting, making it an essential companion for anyone looking to learn and master this timeless craft. Each chapter meticulously unfolds the art and science of crocheting, starting from the very basics to the complex techniques that will surely inspire creativity. The book empowers beginners with a clear, step-by-step approach, demystifying complex stitches and patterns. Immerse yourself in this enchanting realm where yarn and hook work in unison to create everything from delicate lace to warm blankets. With in-depth tutorials, clear illustrations, and easy-to-follow instructions, Crochet Unraveled: First Stitches will guide you on your journey from novice to accomplished crochet artist. Discover the sheer joy of creating beautiful, handmade items and the calming, meditative quality crocheting brings. This book not only teaches the technique but also instills the passion, making every reader a part of the global crochet community. Embark on your crochet journey with Crochet Unraveled: First Stitches - a must-have guide that unravels the art of crocheting for the absolute beginner. This book is a perfect blend of practical knowledge and artistic inspiration that will guide you through your first stitches to your masterpiece.




Every Which Way Crochet Borders


Book Description

Step-by-step instructions and symbol charts put these 139 creative new border designs within reach for beginning and advanced crocheters alike. If you’re ready to chart your own crocheted course, Edie Eckman offers plenty of helpful design advice, including how to choose an appropriate border for each project and how to incorporate an element from the main stitch pattern into a new border design. She then explains, with the help of close-up photos, how the same pattern can have dramatically different results depending on the weight of the yarn. With each pattern diagrammed to approach in both rounds and rows, Every Which Way Crochet Borders is an inventive and invaluable resource.




The Crochet Answer Book


Book Description

Offers solutions to common crocheting dilemmas, including selecting the appropriate hook and yarn for a project, getting started in the round or flat, and maneuvering around corners and other difficult spots.