Learn to Crochet, Love to Crochet


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Learn the fundamentals of crochet through this collection of twenty garments and accessories that will help you create an enviable handmade wardrobe. While the ten Learn to Crochet projects teach you the most basic crochet techniques and stitches, the ten Love to Crochet garments provide all the inspiration and know-how you need to really master this highly versatile craft and create your own crochet wardrobe.




Learn to Crochet in 10 Easy Lessons


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Learn to crochet today with expert, beginner-friendly instructions! Salena Baca, from her many years of teaching crochet, has crafted a frustration-free style that explains each step, anticipates pitfalls, and helps you to understand crochet. Just like taking a class with her, she outlines everything you need to know to get started crocheting: choosing yarn and hooks, how to hold your work, basic stitches such as single and double crochet, and how to create your very first projects. You'll learn to croceht in rows, rounds, and tubes; read and follow crochet charts; combine stitches; change colors; expertly finish your work; and so much more! Lessons include fun and easy patterns (28 total) for you to practice skills and complete real projects such as a blanket, baskets, market bags, hats, wrap, table runner, home decor, and so much more! After you complete Salena’s 10 essential crochet lessons, you will have the confidence and skill to complete any other projects you choose!




Delicate Crochet


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Light, airy pieces crocheted in fine yarns show off the beauty of your crochet stitches and are a dream to wear! The shawls, cardigans, tops, and other designs in this collection are light as a feather, super soft, and made to drape beautifully across your body. These lacy pieces are fun to crochet and very versatile. Change up the yarns to create looks for day or night, work or play, city or suburbs. Pattern contributors include Kristin Omdahl, Robyn Chachula, Marty Miller, Amy Solovay, Vashti Braha, and others known for their innovative, gorgeous crochet designs. Each of the 23 patterns includes full written instructions and charts as needed. All special stitches are fully explained and skill levels range from easy to advanced.




Crochet for Beginners


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Learn how to crochet with this complete beginner's guide With just a little yarn and a crochet hook, you can enjoy a relaxing new hobby while creating beautiful gifts, garments, and decor. This crochet book for beginners shows you how to get started with step-by-step instructions and illustrations for 30 fundamental crochet stitches and techniques—plus a collection of fun projects to help you practice your skills. What sets Crochet for Beginners apart from other crochet books: The basics of crochet—Learn the different types of hooks and yarn, essential and nice-to-have tools, and explanations of important crochet terms. Skill-building stitches—Start with the most basic stitches and work your way up to more intricate ones as you learn techniques like following a pattern, joining pieces, changing colors, and more. 10 beginner projects—Put everything you learn into practice with easy crochet patterns for beginners, including a beanie, a crochet tool holder, a circle bag, and a blanket. Develop your crochet skills with this beginner-friendly guide to success.




Let's Crochet!


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This beginner-level book functions as a crochet course that takes the new hobbyist from elementary stitches to an intermediate skill level. Each chapter-length project is a lesson that builds on information featured in the Basics section and previous projects in the book. 20 projects range from a beginning-level scarf to an intermediate-level casual cushion. Also here are hats, a wrap skirt, a tote bag, a camisole, blankets, an oven mitt, pillows, and more. These projects are stylish enough to appeal to crocheters of all skill levels.




Hooked on Crochet


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Craft stylish and unique fabric masterpieces. Whether you’re new to crocheting or just need a refresher course, Hooked on Crochet makes it a snap to learn basic techniques and then move on to more challenging patterns. Candi Jenson provides illustrated step-by-step instructions for 20 sweet and sassy projects that include hats, bags, clothing, and accessories for the home. You’ll learn how to use novelty yarns to make one-of-a-kind scarves, create cloche-style hats, and fashion lacey tank tops with this high-style guide to the world of crochet.




Crochet Master Class


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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




Crochet One-Skein Wonders®


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In this all-crochet addition to the One-Skein Wonders® series, Edie Eckman and Judith Durant offer 101 exciting crochet projects — including jewelry, scarves, bags, hats, dresses, and home decor items — that each use just one skein of yarn. With projects organized by yarn type and weight, you’ll be crocheting lacy shrugs for the springtime and heavy-duty beanies for the snowy winter months. Whatever your experience level, you’re sure to find a delightfully portable project that suits your individual style.




Crochet


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DISCOVER THE EASY WAY TO GET STARTED WITH CROCHET! Whether you are interested in learning the basics that you need for starting crochet, relieve stress, or for the sheer enjoyment of crocheting this book can help you. Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... The Basics That You Need for Starting Crochet Learning Some of the Basic Stitches Decreasing Increasing Joining Yarn Fastening Off Sewing Together Much, Much, More!




Crochet for Beginners


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Discover how to create amazing crochet pieces with your hook and unleash your inner creative genius with this comprehensive guide to crocheting for absolute beginners Are you looking to pick up a new, wholesome hobby, but have no idea which one to choose? Have you tried to learn crocheting in the past, but gave up, due to how seemingly complicated it was to get a hang of? Are you ready to craft awesome crochet pieces that are sure to amaze your family and friends? If any of the above questions sound like what you need help with, then this guide is for you. You see, learning how to crochet doesn't have to be complicated. In this book, Abigail Welsh takes you by the hand and shows you how to really go about mastering various crocheting patterns and techniques in a way that's perfectly beginner-friendly. Here's what you're going to learn when you purchase Crochet for Beginners: ● All you need to know about crocheting to help you get started as a complete beginner ● 10 beneficial reasons you should seriously consider adopting crocheting as a hobby ● The subtle, but important differences between knitting and crocheting ● All the essential tools and materials you're going to need to make learning crocheting fun and easy ● Step-by-step instructions to help you master the different types of crochet stitches ● Fun, beginner-friendly crocheting projects to help you get your feet wet in the art of crocheting ● An essential glossary of crochet abbreviations you absolutely need to know about as a beginner ● ...and much, much more! Specifically designed with beginners in mind, this guide has everything you need to go from zero to crocheting expert and will drastically shorten your learning curve. By the end of this book, you'll be able to craft great pieces from scratch and will gain confidence in your newfound skill.