Teach Yourself Crochet Ribbon Accents


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Treat yourself to the fun of adding beautiful ribbon accents to your crocheted fashions! Lisa Gentry shares her new techniques in 11 exciting projects: a necklace with beaded ribbon flowers; a mesh hat with flower edging; a scarf that is a lattice of flowers; a pillow with stripes of ribbon ruffles; a purse accented with loopy ribbon ruffles; a blanket of square motifs with ruffled ribbon borders; a lacy openwork triangular shawl with allover ribbon flowers; a bolero with ruffled ribbon edging; a child's sleeveless dress with ribbon ruffles at the armholes, neckline, and hem; a lacy shell with a circular yoke of ribbon flowers; and a long-sleeved wrap sweater with ribbon flowers along the front opening. You'll learn how to work with ribbon yarns as well as woven ribbons of all kinds. Teach Yourself Crochet Ribbon Accents (Leisure Arts #4456)




Raffia Crochet


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The DIY fashion brand presents ten fun and easy crochet projects featuring Ra-Ra Raffia—the endlessly versatile plant-based yarn. Raffia yarn is made of one-hundred percent long wood fiber, making it not only vegan and biodegradable, but also water-repellent and quick-drying. This light and eco-friendly yarn adds structure to your projects, making it perfect for crocheting hats, bags and other accessories. Here you’ll find ten crochet projects that show off the ease, versatility and style of Wool and the Gang's line of Ra-Ra Raffia yarns. Ranging from beginner to intermediate skill levels, the projects include bags, hats and baskets, which are then further embellished with raffia yarn embroidery. General techniques are covered at the end of the book, with step-by-step instructions accompanied by clear illustrations.




Knitter's Lib


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Presents a learn-as-you-go approach to knitting with a collection of twenty original designs for stylish bandanas, shawls, sweaters, and bags.




Crochet


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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.




The Tunisian Crochet Handbook


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From fiber artist Toni Lipsey of TL Yarn Craft, an introduction to the craft of Tunisian crochet—a unique crochet style that looks more like knitting—with 20 projects for beginners. There are hundreds of books that explore traditional crochet, but there are few that reference the concept of Tunisian crochet or present it in a modern, approachable way. The Tunisian Crochet Handbook introduces this fascinating and rewarding technique with a wide array of stitches and design possibilities. The goal of this book is to guide crocheters step-by-step through Tunisian crochet, starting with tools and yarns, transitioning into how-to’s and stitches, and finishing with easy but engaging patterns. Every shawl, garment, and accessory featured takes makers beyond the basics, introducing new stitches to expand their skill sets. In this way, author Toni Lipsey is reintroducing crochet and encouraging makers to explore the craft further with each new design. Crochet continues to grow in popularity, and this guidebook offers a new take on the timeless classic, one that readers won’t be able to find anywhere else. Includes instructional sections and patterns, complete with the necessary schematics and styled, chic photographs.




Corner to Corner Crochet


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Stylish projects using this fast, easy technique! Corner to corner crochet—also known as C2C crochet—is the perfect way to create colorful, graphic designs without having to learn complex colorwork techniques. Using basic crochet stitches, you can create stunning, contemporary designs for home decor items and accessories. C2C projects also stitch up super-fast, so if you’ve been putting off tackling a crochet blanket because it would take too long, this is the technique for you! Author Jess Coppom has brought a fresh take to this style of crochet with a collection of fifteen modern projects, all made using the C2C technique. Choose from patterns for six different afghans or blankets, including a monochrome chunky throw and a beautiful Mexican-style blanket. Other projects include pillows, a bathroom rug, and some stunning items to wear, such as a poncho, shawl, and cowl.




Crochet Bouquet


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Crocheted flowers are cheerful reminders of nature's bounty. Thompson's tips, techniques, and directions make it easy to create lovely blossoms that can be used as embellishments, on greeting cards, or on their own.




Interlocking Crochet


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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!




Lace for Beginners


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Provides diagrams and instructions for making lace wall hangings, pillow covers, placemats, runners, doilies, and tablecloths and demonstrates basic stitches.




The Complete Photo Guide to Cake Decorating


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This book is a comprehensive how-to book about all of the most popular cake decorating techniques, including piped frosting, fondant, and hand modeled figures. For each technique, there is an overview of the tools and materials used and complete instructions with photos. The organization provides easy access to information with step-by-step directions and 600 full-color photos for clear understanding. Easy projects allow the reader to try the techniques in each section. Galleries of decorated cakes by various artists offer the reader examples and inspiration to pursue the hobby for themselves.