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Pink Little Lady Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
Sayjai Thawornsupacharoen - 2010
The doll can be made using any yarn you wish. Choose a hook size that matches the yarn. Materials which you can use: (not included): 1) 3.00 mm hook2) 4 ply yarn (cream, pink, dark pink and red) 3) Mohair yarn (light pink for hair) 3) Black embroidery floss4) Polyester fiberfill5) Two 4 mm black beads for eyes or other eyes as desired6) Tapestry needle8) Sewing needle and thread for attaching eyes Size: Pink Little Lady is 4.5 inches/ 11.5 cm high (excluding the rabbit ears)Disclaimers:- Please note that with the Kindle the pattern cannot be printed. If you use Kindle for PC on a desktop computer this might be inconvenient. Also note that this pattern is available for free on my blog. It's sold in the Kindle store as a convenience for those who like to download it onto their Kindle. - The finished dolls are not suitable for children 3 years and younger because of loose parts.
365 Days of Crochet: 365 Crochet Patterns for 365 Days
White Lemon - 2015
All you need to do is find patterns that you can make up in a few hours. There are loads of great patterns out there that you can whip up easily while you’re sitting around watching television, riding in a car on a long trip, or in your spare time (if you actually have any). In this 365 Days of Crochet e-book, we are giving you a whole year’s worth of patterns, and each one can be made in a single day. In fact, you can make many of these patterns in a couple of hours or less, although you may want to set aside 5-6 hours if you plan on trying some of the bigger projects like blankets and ponchos. Seriously: You will find loads of great ideas for items for your home, wearables, gifts, and a whole lot more. So, grab your crochet hooks and yarn, and start the year off right with a special pattern for every day of the year.Download Your Copy Right Now!
The Weaver's Companion
Linda Collier Ligon - 2000
Spiral-bound so that it stays open and filled with definitions and illustrations, the book invites weavers to refer to it as they work. Included are easy reference charts and many sidebar tips to ensure success in both on- and off-loom weaving techniques. Information on project preparation, tools, drafting, warping the loom, weaving, and in-depth finishing techniques is also provided. Resources for weavers include professional associations, Web sites, and common weaving terms in foreign languages.
Afghan Crochet Patterns - Twenty Vintage Crochet Patterns for Modern Women
Cathy Crochet - 2012
Features classic patterns with contrasting colors that stand out beautifully!Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift, creating a family heirloom, or just looking for a simple pattern to crochet, Afghans are a great place to start! Easy step-by-step instructions for 20 vintage crochet afghan patterns.Feeling adventurous? These classic Afghans can be created using a variety of modern yarns as well as the vintage yarns called out in these patterns. Designed and formatted specifically for your Amazon Kindle, you can easily navigate through chapters using the linked Table of Contents found at the start of this edition.
Knit 2 Purl 2 Kill 2
Erina Bridget Ring - 2014
When her mother's health begins to fail, Erina Bridget Ring searches for something to do during the hours she spends at her mother's bedside. What she discovers is knitting--and a group of women knitters. But as she learns to knit and at the same time cares for her ailing mother, she finds that things at the knitting group are not what they seem to be.
Harmony Guide: Cables & Arans: 250 Stitches to Knit (Harmony Guides)
Erika Knight - 2007
Featuring 250 texture-friendly designs for knitters of all skill levels, this handbook gives techniques for cable, ripple, knot, and twist stitches. The reference provides a multitude of new knitting patterns both for the home and to wear--such as a honeycomb afghan, medallion-rippled sweater, and twisted-arches scarf. Beautifully photographed swatches are displayed with the latest yarns and include easy-to-follow instructions and design tips. An all-in-one guide to creating textures and cables, this crafting resource is the perfect knitting companion.
Lily Chin's Knitting Tips & Tricks: Shortcuts and Techniques Every Knitter Should Know
Lily Chin - 2009
Covering everything from knitting standards and conventions to working with various types of yarns to fixing stitch mistakes, Lily's book is a comprehensive distillation of her decades of experience, and by the end of it she will have answered knitting questions that you didn't even know you had.
Beginners Handbook of Knitting Stitches
Chloe Thompson - 2013
With this book you will learn:Basic stitches like the Purl StitchKnit stitches, such as Diamond Brocade and Seeded TrianglesRib Stitches like the Mock Cable Rib and Fishbone RibLace Stitches, such as the Fishtail and Cubic LaceCable Stitches like the Woven Cable and Waving CablesBONUS: As an added bonus this book includes a knitting glossary at the end, for you to use to help understand knitting jargon!
Crocheting School: A Complete Course
Sterling Publishing - 1999
All of this and much more appear in this bountifully illustrated beginner’s guide. Start out learning the 3 basic crochet stitches and quickly move on to making geometric forms, lace patterns, edgings, and seams. By the time you’ve worked your way though the large selection of stitches and weaves, you’ll have mastered over 50 fundamental techniques.
Knitting Stitches Visual Encyclopedia: 350 Stitch Patterns, Edgings, and More
Sharon Turner - 2011
Each stitch is accompanied by a full-color photo and diagram to make learning even easier, while sidebars guide you through tricky parts of various stitch patterns.knit and purl patterns - ribs - bobbles and textured stitches - slipstitch patterns - twist-stitch patterns - cables - drop-stitch, eyelet, and lace patterns - borders and edgings - color knitting patterns
Knitting In the Sun: 32 Projects for Warm Weather
Kristi Porter - 2009
You'll find patterns to keep your needles clicking whether you're lounging by the pool or taking a break at the beach:5 sleeveless tops4 short-sleeved tops4 lightweight long-sleeved tops6 summer-weight cardigans2 skirts, a sleep set, and a wearable bathing suit9 accessories ranging from a beach hat to a cotton wrap to a beach chairWhether you're new to knitting or a seasoned stitcher, you'll find fresh patterns and compelling designs to create gorgeous lightweight pieces that will make a splash on sunny days.
Morehouse Farm Critter Knits: 20 Easy Patterns & Designs for Animal Scarves, Hats & Mittens
Margrit Lohrer - 2013
From lobster-shaped mittens with moveable claws to a smoke-puffing dragon scarf with spikes, knitting critters is pure enjoyment. In this Collection you’ll discover scarves, hats, mittens and more, masquerading as wooly zoo critters with floppy ears, wiggling tails and googly-eyed faces.All you need are basic knitting skills and a few skeins of colorful yarn. Step-by-step instructions are written in easy-to-understand English without the usual knitting abbreviations or cryptic symbols. Plenty of tips are included to add a little extra flair, flourish and swagger to your creation and make it uniquely yours. Morehouse Farm Critter Knits make wonderful gifts: they are one-of-a-kind, totally unique, absolutely loveable, completely practical and functional and enjoyed by young and old. The critters you’ll encounter in this volume are:
Caterpillar Scarf
Kissing Fish Mittens
Gecko Scarf
Bear Paw Mittens with Honey-Dunked Scarf
Critter Scarves (Fox, Raccoon & Cat)
Dragon Scarf
Dragon Hat
Dragon LegWarmers
Panda Scarf
Snake Scarf and matching Cap
CatWrap
Owl Purse
Alligator Scarf (regular and mini-sized)
Gator Mitts
Loon BackPack
Lobster Claw Mittens
Lobster Tail Scarf
Pony Tail Hat
RatRace Scarf
Rooster Hat
Topsy-Turvy Inside-Out Knit Toys: Magical Two-in-One Reversible Projects
Susan B. Anderson - 2013
Anderson's fifth book--her most enchanting yet--turns the spotlight on "reversibles": knitted projects that are two toys in one. This collection of a dozen delightful toys features a dog in a doghouse, a chrysalis with a fluttery surprise inside, a tiny hidden fairy, a vintage toy with a fabled theme to boot, pigs in a blanket, and much more.The adorable photographic sequences and the playful and energetic line drawings show how each finished reversible can be turned inside out to reveal its companion toy. Projects are arranged in order from simplest (fine for a beginner) to the most challenging. Finally, the book features tutorials from the author (a great knitting teacher), explaining special techniques: how to apply any applique, how to do the stem stitch, how to embroider "eyes" on the Bunny and Lamb, and 14 more. It all adds up to the best knitting book of the season.
Sock Loom Basics
Leisure Arts Inc. - 2011
It also includes handy tips on how to adjust the sizes to fit a larger or smaller foot. You’ll be an expert in no time! The designs feature mock cables, beaded cuffs, several rib patterns, stripes, garter blocks, a toeless pedicure sock, and spiral tube socks and a hat for preemies.
Poems of Color
Wendy Keele - 1995
Full-color reproductions of original pattern swatches, sweaters, and accessories from the Bohus workshop in Sweden, along with the history of the women who designed them.