Complete Idiot's Guide to Crochet Projects

Complete Idiot's Guide to Crochet Projects
Author: Marcy Smith
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Crocheting
ISBN: 9781592576180

Have you learned to crochet but are tired of paying too much money for incomplete project books? Try The Complete Idiot's Guide to Crochet Projects Illustrated, a full-colour, step-by-step instruction book for beginning to intermediate crocheters featuring more than 50 projects and additional variations to wear or make for friends!

Crochet

Crochet
Author: DK
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020-09-15
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1465498354

Stitch-by-stitch instructions with illustrations that will guide you through crocheted baby blankets to baby shoes, and many more lovely things for you or your home. A complete guide to crocheting for beginners and practiced crocheters with more than 130 techniques and stitches. As a bonus, there are 80 projects for you to practice and enjoy! If you are picking up your first crochet hook, this book will lead you through the basic stitches and starts you off with classic granny squares for blankets. Learn how to craft delicate lace and openwork pieces to create home décor items. The clear instructions and step-by-step, close-up pictures of the various stitches make your first projects simple and fun to complete. The instructions let you know the difficulty level of each pattern, the correct tools and the ideal yarn for you to use. If you're a confident crocheter there are plenty of new stitches and patterns for you to try your hand at. Create baby and adult clothes, baby shoes and amigurumi toys for yourself or as treasured gifts for loved ones. There's something very special about receiving a handmade present! New Edition Newly updated with a fresh design and brand-new photography that shows the stitches with gorgeous clarity. Learn how to read patterns so you can go from novice to expert crocheter in no time! • Easy-to-follow directions with close up photos of the stitches. • Over 130 key techniques and 80 projects to create. • Advice on yarn and tools.

Crocheting For Dummies

Crocheting For Dummies
Author: Susan Brittain
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 358
Release: 2010-02-22
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0470650397

An updated classic covering the latest techniques and trends in crocheting Are you hooked on the art of crochet? Looking for a fun new hobby that you can take with you virtually anywhere? Crocheting For Dummies, 2nd Edition gives you easy-to-understand instructions on how to choose the right tools, create basic stitches, and finish off your work to make beautiful pieces of art. From learning to create consistency with gauge swatch to decoding crochet patterns, symbols, and diagrams, this easy-to-follow guide is all you need to start creating beautiful designs in no time! This revised edition contains completely new content, including fresh new patterns, stitches, and techniques reflecting crocheting styles from around the world. Plus, it's packed with new and refreshed photos and line art throughout, along with step-by-step instructions that will easily guide you from your first stitch to your first sweater. A new section covering common crocheting mistakes and how to correct them Crocheting with eco-awareness: using organic yarns, as well as free trade and sustainably sourced fibers The best resources for purchasing supplies, as well as choosing and buying patterns Whether you're a first-time crocheter or looking to expand your skills, Crocheting For Dummies, 2nd Edition gives you the skills, techniques, and confidence to crochet like a pro.

Complete Idiot's Guide Big Book of Needle Arts and Crafts

Complete Idiot's Guide Big Book of Needle Arts and Crafts
Author: Laura Ehrlich
Publisher:
Total Pages: 804
Release: 2004
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781592572809

The Complete Idiot's Guide Big Book of Needle Arts and Craftsis the quintessential reference book for needlepoint, embroidery, quilting, sewing, knitting, crocheting, and more! With 800 pages of information and projects, this book is the ultimate how-to! Includes patterns for making afghans, hats, window treatments, pillows, and more!

Complete Idiot's Guide to Knitting and Crocheting Illustrated

Complete Idiot's Guide to Knitting and Crocheting Illustrated
Author: Barbara Breiter
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2003
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781592570898

An updated and completely revised edition of one of the most popular Complete Idiot's Guidesever published! Now in the Illustrated format, with loads of photographs and helpful line drawings. All new patterns. Step-by-step directions help even beginners learn to knit and crochet more easily.

Crochet Unravelled

Crochet Unravelled
Author:
Publisher: Pottage Publishing
Total Pages: 68
Release: 2005
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780954829605

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Amigurumi

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Amigurumi
Author: June Gilbank
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2010-10-05
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1101464291

Creating an Amigurumi of one's own... Amigurumi, the traditional Japanese art of knitted or crocheted stuffed figures, is a craft that is sweeping the country. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Amigurumi crafters will learn the basic stitches of crochet, how to make basic shapes (heads, arms, legs, torsos), stuffing techniques, and embellishments such as hair, eyes, and tassels. They will also learn how to make flowers and vegetables, and will acquire the tools to be able to let their imaginations run wild and create their own unique and adorable Amigurumi. Easy-to-follow instructions and patterns for the absolute beginner. The only book that teaches readers how to make their own Amigurumi (not just follow patterns) Includes several complete patterns Author is a foremost expert on Amigurumi

Baby Knits For Beginners

Baby Knits For Beginners
Author: Debbie Bliss
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2012-12-31
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1448147700

'Knitting has replaced networking as the hippest after-hours occupation.' So says Vogue. Everyone from Julia Roberts to Russell Crowe has been spotted with knitting needles in their hands - knitting has never been trendier. Many new knitters come to the craft when they find themselves wanting to knit something for a new baby, so this is the perfect handbook. It's packed with basic instructions, from how to cast on and get the tension right to simple shaping and the key knitting stitches -all accompanied by detailed colour illustrations. Fifteen stylish, accessible knitting patterns, from designs for baby blankets and bootees to simple cardigans and sweaters, then allow you to put your new crafting skills into practice.

Corner to Corner Crochet

Corner to Corner Crochet
Author: Jess Coppom
Publisher: David & Charles
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2018-08-22
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 144637713X

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.