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Donna Kooler's Encyclopedia of Crochet
Crocheting in Plain English
At last, crocheters without the
benefit of a friendly instructor can find the help they need in
Crocheting in Plain English. Even if you've never held a crochet
hook before, Maggie Righetti's sound instructions and
encouragement will help get you started. If you're an experienced
crocheter, you'll find dozens of tips for perfecting your
techniques. This comprehensive, common-sense guide covers
virtually everything you need to know about crochet:
Selecting threads and yarns
Determining gauge
Working with the right tools
How to interpret patterns and instructions
Increasing and decreasing
How to fix mistakes
Basic stitches (chain, double, triple, slip)
Sixteen different fabric pattern stitches
Assembling the finished product
How to block, clean, and care for crocheted articles
and much more
Each technique is illustrated with clear drawings, charts or
photos. Complete with a detail glossary of crochet terms,
Crocheting in Plain English is one sourcebook no
crocheter should do without.
Crochet Your Way :
A Learn to Crochet Afghan, over 40 Projects
for Home and Family, Easy-To-Understand
Text and Symbols, Special Instructions for left
There are an estimated 30 million crocheters in the U.S. alone,
from novices to artists. Crochet Your Way has something for
everyone. A comprehensive guide, it starts with the basics through
a quick review of 20 different pattern stitches. Each stitch
includes clear technique tips with accompanying illustrations.
When the 20 squares are completed, they can be joined together to
create an original afghan.
By emphasizing the concepts behind the craft as well as the practical aspects, Crochet Your Way also helps the enthusiast learn to crochet any pattern available. For those who already know how to crochet, the book will give them the tools they need to move to the next skill level. Included are more than 35 creative projects, including hats, sweaters, and home accessories, all illustrated with 275 photos and step-by-step drawings.
Mosaic Magic : Afghans Made Easy
Herrschner's Blue-Ribbon Afghans
(Crochet Treasury)
Create beautiful, award-winning afghans
with HERRSCHNER'S BLUE RIBBON AFGHANS. Both crocheted and knitted
afghans from Herrschner's national afghan competition are
presented here. The best afghans from all over the nation will
suit a wide variety of tastes and styles as well as skill levels.
Great designs with clear instructions and photographs will aid
readers in creating over 40 projects.
150 Favorite Crochet Designs
(Dover Needlework Series)
Selected from vintage thread-company leaflets, this
rich treasury of popular crochet designs includes 150 patterns
favored by crocheters during the first half of the 20th century.
Included are designs for tablecloths, bedspreads, doilies,
edgings, and other pieces. Detailed instructions guide both
beginning and advanced needleworkers through each step
of the crocheting process. 140 illustrations.
Crochet
From Start To Finish*ing
DVD
About the Actor
Bev learned to knit and crochet at the age of 6 and has happily
pursued the needle arts most of her life. Since 1964 she has
taught knitting, tatting, and crochet for retail shops and other
organizations. Her designs have been purchased by needlework
magazines, yarn companies and Leisure Arts. She is known for her
"easy to understand" patterns as well as her relaxed and patient
style of teaching. Her three craft video tapes, Knitting From
Start to Finish*ing with Bev Dillon, Tatted Lace From Start to
Finish*ing with Bev Dillon, Crochet From Start to Finish*ing with
Bev Dillon, and the accompanying booklets, are the result of years
of experience and planning. You will enjoy and appreciate the
results. Bev resides with her husband in Bellevue, Washington.
Description
Bev demonstrates the art of crochet for the beginner and also
challenges the more experienced crocheter. She covers
basic stitches, and includes increasing, decreasing, shaping,
making seams, and finishing. Also shown are textures, trims,
beadwork, and many more lovely stitches. A 20-page pattern
booklet, Crochet From Start to Finish*ing, is included with the
tape.
Tape Contents: 8 Chapters
The Basic Stitch
Yarn, Hooks, Gauge
Increasing, Decreasing
Granny Squares, Changing Colors
Textures, Seams, Trims, Blocking
Afghan Stitch, Bead Trimmed Bag
Hairpin Lace & Broomstick Lace
Pineapple Designs, Filet Crochet & Irish Crochet Lace
This tape is part of a three-tape set including also Knitting From Start to Finish*ing with Bev Dillon and Tatted Lace From Start to Finish*ing with Bev Dillon.
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