One-Day Crochet: Afghans

Author: Barb Asselin
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781500243883
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 80

Book Description
Create a beautiful handmade crocheted afghan in just one day!Have you always wanted to learn to crochet but thought it was too difficult?Have you considered crocheting an afghan but thought it would take too long?Would you like to create a special and meaningful gift for someone?Are you looking for fun, easy and quick afghan projects to complete in just a day?If any of these questions resound with you, then this book is for you! Inside you will find a review of the main crochet stitches and materials often used in crochet projects, in case you are new to the craft, or are looking for a refresher. Finally, you will find 10 beautiful afghan patterns that can be completed in just one day. Note that these patterns will help you complete a lap-sized blanket or a baby blanket. For larger projects, you can expect that you will need more than one day to complete.Are you ready to be creative? Let's get started…

Afghan Desserts Made Simple

Author: Sina Abed
Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing
ISBN: 1608445674
Category : Cooking, Afghan
Languages : en
Pages : 56

Book Description

Big Book of Quick Knit Afghans

Author: Leisure Arts
Publisher: Leisure Arts
ISBN: 1574866435
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 43

Book Description
Snuggle up by the fire with these 24 knit afghans, the perfect shield from winter's chill. Relatively quick and easy, each solid-color wrap offers comforting warmth while adding a welcome spot of color to the gray days of winter.

The Big Book of Baby Afghans

Author: Leisure Arts
Publisher: Leisure Arts
ISBN: 1609001435
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 98

Book Description
The Big Book of Baby Afghans, - A must for any crocheter's library, this book has 22+ baby blankets for all skill levels. Perfect for quick and easy gifts or family heirlooms.

Celtic Cable Crochet

Author: Bonnie Barker
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1632503867
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
Warm up your wardrobe with beautiful cabled pieces! The possibilities of crochet cables are endless! In this stunning collection, author and fiber artist Bonnie Barker debuts 18 gorgeous new designs for today's crafter. Using step-by-step directions and irresistible photography, Bonnie shows you how to master this intricate technique to make: • Sophisticated sweaters, ponchos and shawls • Stylish hats, scarves, and gloves • A hip messenger bag with a contrasting fabric liner and a snappy shrug that's perfect for a night out with friends Celtic Cable Crochet even includes a visual stitch dictionary that takes the guesswork out of each pattern. From start to finish, this all-in-one guide will get you hooked on crocheting contemporary, Celtic-inspired stitches.

The Afghan Way of War

Author: Robert Johnson
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199912564
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 398

Book Description
Focusing on key episodes in Afghanistan's long history of conflict with foreign forces from the early nineteenth century to the present, this book sheds new light on the Afghan "Way of War." Robert Johnson shows that, contrary to the stereotypes of primitive warriors enflamed with religious fanaticism, Afghan warfare has been marked by constant change as Afghani methods evolved to face new threats. From the dynastic struggles and popular resistance movements of the nineteenth century to the ideological confrontations of recent decades, Afghans have long resisted political coercion, military intervention, and foreign influence. To do so, they have developed sophisticated strategic approaches to deal with both internal unrest and foreign intrusion, while at the tactical level outthinking and outfighting their opponents at every step. The final part of the book, which deals with how the Taliban has contested Western intervention by borrowing from traditions in Afghan history and culture, will be of considerable topical interest in light of the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan.

The Great American Aran Afghan

Author: Joni Coniglio
Publisher: Gardners Books
ISBN: 9781893762176
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 60

Book Description
The Great American Aran Afghan booklet features 24 squares by twenty-four knitters. Combine 20 squares of your choice for the throw and pair the additional four into accent pillows. All the information you'll need to knit The Great American Aran Afghan is included in this convenient booklet.

Mandala-Style Throws to Crochet

Author: Annie's
Publisher: Annie's Wholesale
ISBN: 1640254749
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 149

Book Description
Everyone loves to crochet Mandalas! These stunning afghans are works of art and are sure to take center stage no matter you display them. Designs include both squared-up and round versions. Four throws are made using dk weight, 1 bulky weight, and all remaining throws use worsted weight yarn.

Big Book of Crochet Afghans

Author: Connie Ellison
Publisher: Annie's
ISBN: 1596354828
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 82

Book Description
Adding a touch of comfort and style to a crafter's home decor, the patterns in this collection can be made from a variety of yarns and colors and by crocheters of all skill levels. With 26 designs, this book features full-color photographs and detailed instructions on stitching and incorporating motifs and patterns such as granny squares, Tunisian lace, pineapples, shells, ripples, and more. Beautiful, whimsical, and practical, these afghans make perfect gifts and home accents.

Afghanistan

Author: Vladislav Tamarov
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
ISBN: 1580084168
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 194

Book Description
In 1984 Tamarov, then 19, was drafted into the Soviet Army and posted to Afghanistan where he spent 20 months in a minesweeper outfit. Despite heavy operational responsibilities and danger, he managed to take artful photographs which capture the stark landscape, friendly and unfriendly Afghans and the men of his platoon in action and in repose. Photographs depicting the haunted faces of both soldiers and civilians, the country's rugged yet beautiful mountain terrain, and the banality of daily life between missions are interspersed with Tamarov's unsentimental but passionate prose, in which he reveals his growing disorientation and takes to task his government for a campaign that has been widely dubbed "the Soviet Vietnam". Returning home uninjured in 1986, the author subsequently traveled to the United States, met with Vietnam vets and paid his respects at the Wall on the Mall in Washington, D.C., sharing with his new acquaintances "something which others cannot understand." More than a photographic essay, Afghanistan offerns an stunningly personal view of combat that is rarely seen by most.