Best of
Crochet

2019

Modern Crochet: Patterns and Designs for the Minimalist Maker


Teresa Carter - 2019
    This definitive resource for contemporary crochet includes:16 ORIGINAL PATTERNSBasket - Coaster - Wall Hanging - Infinity Scarf - Bobble Pillow - Faux Fur Cowl - Velvet Scrunchie - Oversized Throws - and more! ($80 value alone)EXTENSIVE TEACHING & SUPPORT150+ Step-by-Step Photos - 25+ Video Tutorials - Corresponding Online Resource Library with Materials and SupportREFERENCE CHARTSComplete Crochet Abbreviation Legend - US Hook Sizes15+ STITCHES & TECHNIQUESMagic Ring - Short Rows - Standing Stitch - Joined Turned Rounds - Continuous Rounds - Joined Rounds - Chain - Slip Knot - Whip Stitch - Slip Stitch - Single Crochet - Double Crochet - Half Double Crochet - Herringbone Half Double Crochet - Treble Crochet - Bobble Stitch

3D Granny Squares: 100 crochet patterns for pop-up granny squares


Celine Semaan - 2019
    Choose your favourite from 100 different designs including flowers, animals, food and drink, and motifs; whether it's a fragrant rose, a cherry pie or a jelly fish. Each motif features a 3D element that is integral to the granny square design. There are also ten bright and beautiful projects showing you how to use the squares to make beautiful gifts for friends and family including an animal themed baby blanket; a fruity cushion and a decorative garland.

The Step-by-Step Guide to 200 Crochet Stitches


Tracey Todhunter - 2019
    Discover an inspiring collection of new and classic crochet stitches! The Step-by-Step Guide to 200 Crochet Stitches is the perfect guide for both new and experienced crocheters.

Kawaii Crochet: 40 Super Cute Crochet Patterns for Adorable Amigurumi


Melissa Bradley - 2019
    From three adorable peas in a pod, to a winking fortune cookie, these 40 fun and easy amigurumi makes will bring the Japanese culture of cuteness into your hands and your heart.

Crocheted Succulents: Cacti & Other Succulent Plants to Make


Emma Varnam - 2019
    

The Ultimate Granny Square Sourcebook: 100 Contemporary Motifs to Mix and Match


Joke Vermeiren - 2019
    This unique granny square collection combines the styles of 23 creative designers from all over the world, who each bring their best game to the table. With ample suggestions for captivating combinations, written instructions as well as clear graphs for every square in the book, stitch instructions and techniques for blocking and joining, this sourcebook goes above and beyond to show you the endless possibilities of granny square crochet. All motifs match in both size and stitch count, so they can easily be combined into stunning combinations, bringing you the best of this unbeaten crochet classic! • 100 unique granny squares by 23 amazing designers • Each of the 100 squares can be mixed and matched with all others • Including charts and written out patterns in US terms for each square • Including basic crochet tutorials, instructions for blocking and joining • Advice on gorgeous square combinations • Clear photography • Beginner-friendly squares as well as challenging patterns for experienced crocheters

Hooked on Amigurumi: 40 Fun Patterns for Playful Crochet Plushes


Melanie Morita - 2019
    These cuddly, crocheted stuffed toys are guaranteed to charm, making them an enchanting addition to a child’s toy collection, a perfect homemade gift or a whimsical way to brighten your home. Best of all, each project requires either little or no sewing, allowing them to come together quickly and easily. With patterns for everything from mermaids and the Loch Ness Monster to jellyfish, teapots and cinnamon rolls, there’s something to delight every craft lover across a spectrum of skill levels. Beginners can learn the basics behind amigurumi stitches, and experts will enjoy trying out new techniques and designs. Each addictive project will have you reluctant to put down the crochet hook, and the impressive variety of patterns from Knot Too Shabby Crochet’s Melanie Morita means you won’t have to. Recreate your favorite fairy tale with the “Once Upon a Time” chapter, crochet an entire ocean’s worth of sea creatures with “Beach Bums,” or put together a picnic with “Eat Your Heart Out.” The entertainment is endless with this must-have book of patterns.

Sophie's Universe


Dedri Strydom Uys - 2019
    It is now available in printed format exclusively from Annie’s! Despite its complexity, the pattern is actually written specifically for adventurous beginners. It starts out with a simple granny square that has a beautiful crochet flower in the center and gradually unfolds into a stunning, hypnotizing design.

Edward's Menagerie: The New Collection: 50 animal patterns to learn to crochet


Kerry Lord - 2019
    

Japanese Wonder Crochet: A Creative Approach to Classic Stitches


Nihon Vogue - 2019
    

Mabel Bunny & Co.: 15 Loveable Animals to Crochet Using Chunky Yarn


Claire Gelder - 2019
    

Zoomigurumi 8: 15 Cute Amigurumi Patterns by 13 Great Designers


Joke Vermeiren - 2019
    Surprise family and friends with handmade gifts, or add on to a personal collection! Including designs for a parrot, a raccoon, a baby seal, a fox and many more, these projects are suitable for a variety of skill levels, from beginners to advanced crocheters, and are accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions and explanations of all stitches used.

Bookies: Bookmarks to Crochet


Jonas Matthies - 2019
    And you can proudly say that you made them yourself! Full-color photos and clear instructions show you how easy it is to create 17 kooky creatures, from Freddy Frog and Selma Snake to Filomena Fox and Ellie the Unicorn. Make them all! You can keep your Bookies for yourself or give them away as unique handmade gifts.

Dinosaurs to Crochet: Playful Patterns for Crafting Cuddly Prehistoric Wonders


Megan Kreiner - 2019
    From Triassic to Cretaceous periods, Dinosaurs to Crochet features a wide variety of the most popular prehistoric dinosaurs and reptiles- including the fearsome Tyrannosaurus, the spiky Ankylosaurus, and the three-horned Triceratops-all made from quick-to-hook chunky yarn. With just a few basic crochet stitches and the imaginative designs of Megan Kreiner, author of the best-selling Christmas Ornaments to Crochet, crafters can create an entire herd of cuddly Stegosauruses, a flock of flying Pterodactyls, or a pod of swimming Plesiosauruses. The extensive how-to section of Dinosaurs to Crochet provides a robust overview with beautifully illustrated step-by-step crochet stitches, helpful construction techniques, and finishing tips to ensure each and every project will please even the most discerning paleontologist-in-training.

A Gansey Crochet Home


Lena Skvagerson - 2019
    Gansey sweaters were designed for fishermen who spent their days at sea, so they were knitted with tight textured stitches to ensure that the sweater was not only warm but water- and wind-resistant too. In A Gansey Crochet Home, you will find that each design is filled with texture and makes a perfect addition to any home. The book includes 10 fresh designs and includes both written instructions and charts.

Beginner's Guide to Tunisian Crochet: with 10 modern projects for you and your home


Emma Guess - 2019
    

Mindful Crochet: 35 Creative and Colorful Projects to Help You Be in the Moment, Relieve Stress, and Manage Pain


Emma Leith - 2019
    Being in the moment is an essential part of following a pattern, keeping your yarn on the hook, counting stitches, and remembering which color to use next. Emma Leith shows how these qualities can become a form of mindfulness practice, bringing you peace, calm, and a greater sense of well-being. There are projects here that you can make for yourself or your home and others designed to be given as gifts. The satisfaction you’ll get from creating these lovely makes and seeing others appreciate them is another important way crochet can encourage a positive outlook and bring happiness. (Note: This book uses U.S. crochet terms.)

Sweet Crochet Friends: 16 Amigurumi Creations from Khuc Cay


Hoang Thi Ngoc Anh - 2019
    It contains the patterns for 16 lovely stuffed toy designs. Each toy has its own unique personality, with adaptable accessories. You can create cuddly animals like Lily the Lamb, Cocola the Koala, Little Panda Peter, Titou the Tiger, Lulu Otter, as well as some cute dolls, like Anna the Bunny Girl, Nana, and Little April.Some projects are easy and quick to finish, while others are a bit more challenging. There are step-by-step instructions, guides for materials, special techniques, and some tips and tricks to help you. If you love making crochet toys, this book is a great addition to your library.