Download or read book Crochet written by June Gilbank and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-08-05 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You'll be hooked on crocheting in no time! Crocheting is one of the most popular crafts among people all ages, but if you've never picked up a hook before, it's hard to know where to begin. Geared for the absolute beginner, Idiot's Guides: Crochet teaches the basics of knitting: Helpful full-color, step-by-step illustrations to help you clearly see how each stitch is executed. Practice projects to test out your newly learned skills-from beginner to advanced. Expert crochet advice on choosing the best yarns, how to hold your hook and yard, and how to quickly get started crocheting. No matter your starting skill level, with Idiot's Guides: Crochet, you'll be making scarfs, blankets, coasters, shawls, and baskets in no time!
Download or read book The Lefty s Guide to Crochet Crafting written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-08-20 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the world of crochet with *The Lefty's Guide to Crochet Crafting* – the ultimate handbook tailored exclusively for left-handed crafters! Dive into a resource that not only acknowledges but celebrates the unique needs of left-handers in the crocheting community. Start your journey with an insightful introduction into the left-handed difference, essential tools, and materials, plus strategies to overcome common challenges, setting you up for a seamless crafting experience. Begin with mastering the basics in Chapter 2, which guides you through essential stitches like Chain, Single Crochet, Double Crochet, and Half Double Crochet. As you progress, Chapter 3 helps you decode tricky patterns and symbols, specifically customized for left-handed interpretation, ensuring you never get tangled in right-handed instructions again. Advance to more complex techniques with Chapters 4 and 5, where you’ll learn to handle your hook and yarn, turn chains, and work in the round. These foundational skills pave the way for exciting projects tailored for beginners, including a simple dishcloth, a cozy scarf, and a stylish hat. Chapters 6 and 7 elevate your skills with intermediate stitches and engaging projects like a decorative pillow and a chic cowl. Ready to tackle tougher challenges? Chapters 8 and 9 introduce you to advanced techniques and projects, from intricate shawls to textured afghans. For the creative soul, Chapters 10 and 11 delve into vibrant colorwork, pattern designing, and customization. Specialty techniques in Chapter 12, such as Amigurumi, Lace Crochet, and Beaded Crochet, broaden your crafting horizon, ensuring there's always something new to learn and love. No crafting journey is without its hiccups, but Chapter 13 has got you covered, offering troubleshooting tips and practical solutions to keep your projects on track. Discover invaluable tips and tricks in Chapter 14, join vibrant crochet communities as suggested in Chapter 15, and learn to maintain and showcase your masterpieces in Chapters 16 and 17. *The Lefty's Guide to Crochet Crafting* transforms your crocheting journey into an artful adventure. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crafter, this eBook is your go-to manual for left-handed crochet mastery. Get your copy today and stitch your way to creative fulfillment!
Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet written by Margaret Hubert and published by Creative Publishing international. This book was released on 2011-01-04 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a comprehensive reference book on all aspects of crochet. This book provides a reference for all methods, including Tunisian, filet, intermeshing, broomstick lace, bruges lace, and freeform crochet. Includes step-by-step instructions for all the basic stitches and swatches of 100s of stitch patterns with complete instructions. Also provides instructions and patterns for 50 projects for garments, accessories, and décor items.
Download or read book Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary written by Dora Ohrenstein and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2019-05-07 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book The Delineator written by and published by . This book was released on 1890 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 100 Snowflakes to Crochet written by Caitlin Sainio and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2012-09-04 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crafters of all levels can easily crochet up a storm--or just make a simple snowflake or two. The designs range from simple ones requiring only a few rows to large intricate ones for more advanced stitchers.
Download or read book Modern Guide to Textured Crochet written by Lee Sartori and published by Search Press Limited. This book was released on 2021 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Tunisian Crochet Handbook written by Zera Meyer and published by Zera. This book was released on 2022-01-19 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn How To Make Tunisian-Style Crochet Pieces With This Beginner Guide Tunisian crochet (also known as Afghan) is a special type of crochet that blends some crochet methods with knitting techniques. The key difference is that you work with a longer hook and more loops on the hook at the same time. This enables you to construct stitches that aren't available in traditional crochet. As a beginner, you should learn some basic Tunisian crochet stitches in order to master the technique. The Tunisian Simple Stitch and Tunisian Knit Stitch are among the basic stitches covered in this book. Tunisian crochet produces a dense, spongy fabric with a lovely feel. It's simple to learn and a lot of fun to hook up, making it a perfect choice for making pieces such as cowls, dishcloths, potholders, beanies, ear warmers, and lots more. This book is written to provide you with the much-needed guidance to make your first Tunisian crochet project. However, it is essential that you have prior knowledge of crocheting to get the best out of this book. Below are a couple of things you will learn in this book; 1. Tunisian crochet tips and tricks to help you get the best out of your work 2. Tools of the trade to get you started, which include the different categories of Tunisian crochet hooks 3. Tunisian Crochet Chart, Symbols, and Abbreviations 4. Basic Tunisian crochet stitches and how to make them 5. Switching up your Tunisian crochet yarn color 6. 7 Tunisian crochet project patterns (such as cowls, dishcloths, potholders, beanies, ear warmers, etc.) with pictorial illustrations to help you on your journey to making beautiful Tunisian crochet pieces 7. Fixing common Tunisian crochet mistakes you will encounter on your journey …and much more! What else are you waiting for? Get a copy of this book RIGHT NOW to get started.
Download or read book Crochet Step by Step written by Sally Harding and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-01-17 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Granny Squares Now written by Susan M. Cottrell and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Features more than 70 contemporary "granny squares" in all shapes, sizes, colors and textures, along with fabulous finishing ideas.
Download or read book The New Granny Square written by Susan M. Cottrell and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2006 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 70 contemporary versions come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and textures, and with fabulous finishing ideas.
Download or read book Comfort written by and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Uncommon Crochet written by Julie Armstrong Holetz and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2012-08-15 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Uncommon Crochet, designer Julie Armstrong Holetz applies new ideas and unconventional materials--like wire, raffia, jute, sisal, recycled belts, fabric strips, and felted beads--to twenty-five patterns for bins, baskets, totes, handbags, clutches, jewelry, and more. Step-by-step instructions, detailed how-to photographs, and essential advice about creativity, design, and experimentation encourage you to play with fiber, add funky embellishments, and use your creative spirit to customize any pattern--even the ones in this book! From practical containers like Red's Goodie Basket (a stylish home for your WIP--works in progress) and Vintage Satchel (a sturdy retro messenger bag) to just plain fun projects like Petite Fleur Vases (tiny bud vases that hold water) and Sushi (crocheted California rolls, anyone?), Uncommon Crochet offers fresh twists on old-school techniques that turn simple projects into gift-worthy creations.
Download or read book The Art Amateur written by and published by . This book was released on 1898 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Crochet 101 written by Deborah Burger and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2018-08-21 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “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.
Download or read book Masterpieces of Irish Crochet Lace written by Thérèse de Dillmont and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2014-03-05 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crocheters at every level of expertise will appreciate these versatile patterns and their complete instructions for 30 motifs, 12 intricate grounds, and a variety of traditional footings and borders. 100 photos.
Download or read book Llewellyn s 2014 Witches Calendar written by Llewellyn and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
