Encyclopedia of 300 Crochet Patterns, Stitches and Designs
The elegant art of crochet is making a comeback and this book contains everything you need to know to create beautiful handmade items that are destined to become heirlooms. Are you one of those rare people who give unique, beautiful crocheted gifts and have special touches like lace doilies and homemade afghans around your home? Or are you a rare person who has the skill and patience to learn the fine an of crochet Whether you are a beginner or an advanced crochet connoisseur, this book is for you. It has clear, easy-to-follow guidelines for the crochet novice anil intricate designs to intrigue the expert.
Each of the four coat designs featured in this book is designed to flatter the body with special attention given to gentle shaping, fluidity, and drape. "Swinging Single" is a classic A-line that is crocheted from the top down using simple half-double and slip stitches to create texture, "Textured Topper" is crocheted side-to-side with attached sleeves and slash pockets, "Chill Chaser" uses a variety of extended single crochet stitches and front-and-back loop stitches, and "Cable Car" is crocheted from the bottom up using easy treble crochet cables adorning an extended single crochet background.
The Beaded Garden: Creating Flowers with Beads and Thread
Using needle and thread, crafters of all skill levels can create a veritable greenhouse of beaded flowers from the patterns in this book. Beaders and gardeners alike will delight in these projects that use brick, peyote, net, and herringbone stitches, as well as right-angle weave and combination stitches, to create a brilliant bouquet of beaded flowers. Instructions for leaves and stems are included to transform each bloom into a spectacular piece, perfect for dressing up home decors and special occasions.
If you've been longing to have all your favorite crochet techniques and special stitches in one handy book, then look no further. You will find over 55 projects that go hand-in-hand with the featured techniques & stitches and full-color photography throughout. Also included is a special Getting Started section that includes diagrams and instructions for basic crochet stitches. This is a must have book you will turn to again and again!
An Encyclopedia of Crazy Quilt Stitches and Motifs
This book is a wonderful reference for anyone who enjoys needlework. There are 90 Crazy Quilt Stitches that are all illustrated with how-to instructions, so there are enough stitches and variations to use a new creative stitch for each seam of patchwork. In addition there are 11 ribbon motifs that are perfect for adding dimension to crazy patchwork.
