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 pattern was released as a 20-part CAL (crochet-along) in 2015, sponsored by Scheepjes and hosted in the Official CCC Social Group. Although advanced, the pattern is written specifically for adventurous beginners. Step-by-step photos and hints are included.

    Snuggle up with a crochet comforter or play with a colourful character--this unique collection of 40 amigurumi patterns are simple to stitch and super cute! Featuring crochet toy patterns including boy and girl dolls, dogs and cats, bears and bunnies and many more, this amazing collection will give you over 40 different crochet toys to create.

    The flippable pages and mix-and-match format make it easy to build a character with the exact hairstyle, outfit, and accessories you want. Put them together in a million different ways to create a countless number of dolls, from one that looks like a family member or friend to another that resembles your favorite pop star. Or make a single perfect doll with an extraordinary wardrobe: the options include princesses, ballerinas, soccer players, astronauts, surgeons, and more. Step-by-step instructions help even beginners grasp all the crochet techniques, and a 30-page gallery presents a selection of finished dolls to inspire you.

    This comprehensive guide has something for everyone--from complete beginners to those who have learnt the basics but now want to expand their skills. As well as the stitch tutorials, there are also 12 beautiful, contemporary designs to create. With projects ranging from fashion accessories to decorative homewares!

    Let celebrated crochet teacher Sara Delaney help you expand your skills while showing you how to create custom-fit wearable accessories. Delaney’s unique, flexible formulas let crocheters of all levels easily design scarves, cowls, fingerless mitts, mittens, gloves, hats, and socks. With fill-in-the-blank templates and a stitch dictionary, you can use your favorite yarn and stitch pattern, and make accessories that fit perfectly. Delaney offers a starter course in the technique with 18 of her own original patterns, along with the formulas she used to create them.

    Featuring both block and stitch patterns, there is plenty here to please both granny-square lovers and row-by-row enthusiasts! Each of the 40 afghan designs comes with a clear written pattern, an easy-to-follow chart, a skill-level indicator, and a full-color photograph. Instructions and yardage are given, too, for making afghans in three sizes: baby blankets, lap throws, and bedspreads. Packed with advice on picking color combinations and a selection of edgings to finish your project, 40 Colorful Afghans to Crochet is all you need to create your own unique and colorful afghan.

    Author Rohn Strong shares 19 patterns for cozy socks, along with a wide variety of techniques, in this must-have reference and pattern book. The first section of Step into Crochet focuses on construction methods: you'll learn basic toe-up and cuff-down construction, while being introduced to a variety of heel and toe treatments. Plus, you'll find out what makes a certain heel/toe combination perfect for socks! The pattern section includes 19 socks ranging from basic ribbed and simple socks (great for customizing) to more technique-based pieces, focusing on colorwork, lace, cables, and motifs. Whether you're ready to jump into crocheting socks feet first, or just dipping your toe in to try out a few fun patterns, Step into Crochet is your go-to resource.

    Crochet more than 60 projects, including dogs (Chihuahua, Yorkshire Terrier, Toy Poodle, Pug, Bulldog, Corgi), cats (American shorthair, Maine Coon, Siamese), small pets (like rabbits and turtles), pets we wish we could own (T-Rex, unicorn, and dragon), as well as accessories (beds, bowls, leashes) to complement your pets.   The dog and cat sections include recipes for individual body parts with information on how to combine the components. A helpful dog and cat breed guide will show you which parts to combine to create a specific breed or even designer breed (Goldendoodle, Puggle, Yorkipoo), or use your imagination to create your own unique and lovable mixed breed. All other projects include specific patterns for each animal. Give them as gifts . . . or keep them to snuggle yourself! Most patterns are created to scale with the dolls from AmiguruME, so make a best friend for your AmiguruME doll to enjoy.

    Crochet your own shawls, wraps, capelets and more from this collection of stylish patterns

     Featuring 22 crocheted dolls drawn from 16 beloved novels and plays, this easy-to-follow craft book is perfect for bibliophiles and crafters of all skill levels. Literature lovers can decorate bookshelves, proclaim a love of reading, and show off crafting skills with adorable amigurumi, sweet crocheted characters that are simple to make and impossible to resist! All that's needed are a few readily available materials and beginner crochet skills, and soon you'll be hanging out with your favorite characters from classic literature. Take tea with a charming Elizabeth Bennet. Decorate the Christmas tree with a grumpy Ebenezer Scrooge. Solve mysteries with the help of a pocket-sized Sherlock Holmes. Bring Prince Hamlet to a play. And just try to keep Huck Finn out of trouble!

    Want To Crochet Cozy Wraps For The Family But Do Not Have A Lot Of Time? This Book Makes It Possible! Author: Mary Ann Frits. Softcover, 32 Pages. Published Year: 2017. Isbn 978-1-4647-5921-5. Made In Usa.

     In your busy lifestyle to have a choice of bags is essential. One handbag cannot be used for every occasion and each woman needs a selection of bags in her wardrobe. These bags use basic crochet stitches and the combinations shown will whet your appetite for more adventurous crochet bag making in the future. The patterns featured here can be made up in one or two days and they are fabulous for stash busting and getting creative with mood and color. Many of these patterns can be adapted with different color choices and yarns textures.

    You’ll be amazed at the designs you can create with a few simple stitches. This new collection of 15 projects, featuring designers from all over the world, provides enough fresh inspiration to keep you crocheting! Surprise your family and friends with handmade gifts, or simply make them for yourself!  In this book you will find Rudy the red panda, Mortimer the mammoth, Carlos the hummingbird, Manu and Brigitte the dachshunds, Shawn the shark, Alvin the hedgehog and many more. Projects cover a variety of skill levels, from beginner-friendly to suitable for advanced crocheters, and are accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions and explanations of all stitches used.

    Choose from baby wraps, lap throws, and jumbo afghans. Designs by Mary Ann Frits for The Creative Partners LLC include Sweet Shells, Clouds, Island Dreams, Rainy Day Ripple, Heather Shells, Clusters Aplenty, Snowdrops for Baby, Springtime, Blue Delight Baby Afghan, and Just for Her. All are for Easy or Easy-Plus skill levels and are crocheted using medium, bulky, or super bulky weight yarns.

    Each toy is about 8 inches high and is very cuddly:) Here is what you will need: Yarn: Caron Simply Soft Neon Green Caron Simply Soft Off White Caron Simply Soft Soft Pink Caron Simply Soft Super Duper Yellow Caron Simply Soft Chocolate Caron Simply Soft Robins Egg Caron Simply Soft Grape Caron Simply Soft Bone Caron Simply Soft Harvest Red 4.5mm hook 4 pairs of 12mm safety eyes Stuffing Blunt tip needle White, brown, black and a bit of orange felt Black embroidery floss Buttons Patterns are written in standard American terms with step-by-step instructions to help you. Patterns are copyright protected; they should not be reproduced, redistributed, or displayed publicly in any way. Buy now and instantly get this pattern on your computer. You can start making these adorable creatures in minutes!

     Our homes are meant to be a refuge -- a place of calm, serene contemplation where we can recharge after a long day. Feng Crochet, the latest book from author and crafter Nikki Van De Car, teaches readers how to create a nurturing environment with simple, beautiful projects to crochet. Grouped by the five elements of Feng Shui (wood, fire, earth, metal, and water), the patterns in this book range from home decor (plant hangers, large baskets, lampshades, and scatter rugs) to small, precious items that add a touch of warmth and peace to any room (napkin rings, dreamcatchers, doilies, and curtain ties). Mindful prompts and meditations begin each project, while helpful tips on incorporating the principles of Feng Shui into both crafts and life are peppered throughout the book. Beautifully illustrated with full-color photography and charming line art, Feng Crochet asks crafters of all skill levels to look inward as they create objects to bring peace and tranquility to their most treasured spaces.

    From quick projects, to ones that wow, this crochet book has it all. No matter your experience, or the size of project you're looking for, this book has something for everyone; from doilies and table runners to garlands and cushions. These timeless designs allow readers to personalize each pattern to suit them with step by step instructions and detailed charts.

    The dolls are 3.5 inches (9 cm) tall.Materials required:3.00 mm hook;DK, Light Worsted yarn;Polyester fiberfill;Tapestry needle;5 mm black beads for eyes : 2 beads for each doll;Needle and black thread for attaching eyes.

    Perfect as gifts for family and friends, they are quick and easy to make. There are small, medium and slightly larger designs for every eventuality. Lynne Rowe has a large blog following and is a very popular crochet designer.

    

    200 Fun Things to Crochet is an irresistible collection of cute little crochet projects for all levels of ability. Containing a mix of beautiful projects inspired by nature—crochet flowers, birds, bugs, leaves, and even sea creatures—as well as a collection of charming floral squares, you’ll want to pick up your hook, sort through your yarn stash, and get started right away.The 200 projects are quick to make, use hardly any yarn, and are perfect as stylish embellishments, to give away as a gift or to keep for yourself!

    It can turn up the personality of any outfit--especially if it's hand stitched by you!   For this stunning collection, we dug into the Interweave archive and carefully selected 20 of our most-loved crochet shawls. Not just for spring, these shawls vary in weight and warmth, from light and lacy for a warm summer evening to cozy and textured to protect against winter's chill. So you can keep your hook busy year-round--and explore new techniques while you're at it. Try your hand at intricate lace work with the Eolande Shawlette. Explore a new motif with the Pleiades Shawl. Or add some beads to your stitching with the Emergence Shawl. Whichever shawl you crochet, it's sure to make a statement when you step out in boho style.