The Crochet Crowd: Inspire, Create & Celebrate

Author: Michael Sellick
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781772761603
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 148

Book Description
As a solitary young boy, Michael Sellick took refuge in the art of crocheting. As an adult, that refuge would grow into a passion. He started sharing videos to fellow crocheters in something he called The Crochet Crowd -- a far-flung group that now includes three million people around the world on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram. For Mikey the passion and joy are stronger than ever, and now he's hanging with the in crowd too: The Crochet Crowd. Packed with pictures, personality and 15 patterns, this book will resonate with first-time and experienced crocheters alike. Crocheters will be treated to an exclusive collection of patterns for afghans, scarves, hats, cowls and other items that emphasize the texture, colour and coziness that Mikey and Dan have become known for.

Around the Corner Crochet Borders

Author: Edie Eckman
Publisher: Storey Publishing
ISBN: 1603425381
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 323

Book Description
A beautiful border adds the perfect finishing touch to your hand-stitched pieces. A knitted scarf, a crocheted baby blanket, even a store-bought tank top --- they're all elevated by the texture and color of crocheted edgings. Complete with detailed instructions for executing the 90-degree corner turns, Edie Eckman's 150 border designs add pop and whimsy to everything they embellish. "An irresistible book of cute crocheted borders...expands the options for adding a little flair to knit, crocheted, and even sewn projects."---Debbie Stoller author of the Stitch `n Bitch books

Whimsical Stitches

Author: Lauren Espy
Publisher: Blue Star Press
ISBN: 1944515798
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 403

Book Description
2018 and 2019’s No. 1 Best-selling Amigurumi Book in the U.S.! Explore Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crochet design, with 30 unique and darling patterns. Whether a novice or an experienced crocheter, anyone can pick up a needle and complete these cuddly creations. Author and amigurumi guru Lauren Espy inspires crocheters with her easy-to-follow patterns, pictures, and helpful instructions. Lauren always takes the patterns one step at a time to ensure that your finished product is as cute as the creation on the page! In Whimsical Stitches: A Modern Makers Book of Amigurumi Crochet Patterns, amigurumi is explored through 30 simple, fanciful patterns in a variety of themes, including: • In the Garden • At the Aquarium • Down on the Farm • At the Bakery Brighten a room with flowers that won’t wilt, bring cheer to your table with colorful fruits that won’t attract flies, and add cuddly friends to a baby’s collection of favorite toys.

Sportacular Afghans

Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781464755248
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description

Tunisian Sampler Blanket & Pillow

Author: Rohn Strong
Publisher: Annie's Wholesale
ISBN: 1640254803
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 39

Book Description
Tunisian crochet, sometimes called afghan crochet, is a crochet technique that uses an elongated crochet hook with a stopper. A combination of knitting, crocheting, and weaving, Tunisian crochet features both a forward pass and a return pass, giving the piece a unique fabric all to itself. You will find 33 stitches that include a blend of beginner, easy, and intermediate skill levels. Purchase includes access to an online tutorial for help with the more complicated stitches. Lace, colorwork, textural, and beginner stitches create an ever-evolving afghan that you can't put down without working just one more row! Afghan is 46" wide and 54" long; pillow is 12".

AmiguruME

Author: Allison Hoffman
Publisher: Union Square & Co.
ISBN: 1454710950
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 286

Book Description
Make a miniature version of you, your friends, and celebrities too! Youll absolutely love this comprehensive guide to creating amigurumi people. Media favorite Allison Hoffman—whose delightful creations have graced the sets of Conan, Martha Stewart, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and more—explains how to craft and customize these Japanese dolls at every stage. Youll learn everything from depicting the face of the person youre designing to getting the clothing, hair, and accessories just right. The possibilities are infinite . . . and infinitely fun!

Reversible Color Crochet

Author: Laurinda Reddig
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1620335255
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
Create completely reversible colorwork afghans and more! Innovative crocheter Laurinda Reddig created a unique and award-winning form of crochet that produces clear images that look exactly the same on both sides. Learn about this new method along with 28 reversible squares suitable for afghans or other items, make one of the 10 projects that use them, or find inspiration to design your own! Laurinda explains the basics of her technique and how to work with multiple colors at the same time. She demonstrates how to create graphic colorwork squares that range from simple geometric angles and shapes to a variety of picture squares including quilt-inspired blocks, flowers, the sun & moon, robots, aliens, and other fun projects for children. Create all 10 afghan projects complete with directions for joining, edging, and any additional stitch patterns used. Open your eyes to a whole new crochet technique--you won't want to miss it!

Every Which Way Crochet Borders

Author: Edie Eckman
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 161212741X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 225

Book Description
Step-by-step instructions and symbol charts put these 139 creative new border designs within reach for beginning and advanced crocheters alike. If you’re ready to chart your own crocheted course, Edie Eckman offers plenty of helpful design advice, including how to choose an appropriate border for each project and how to incorporate an element from the main stitch pattern into a new border design. She then explains, with the help of close-up photos, how the same pattern can have dramatically different results depending on the weight of the yarn. With each pattern diagrammed to approach in both rounds and rows, Every Which Way Crochet Borders is an inventive and invaluable resource.

Mandala-Style Throws to Crochet

Author: Annie's
Publisher: Annie's Wholesale
ISBN: 1640254749
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 146

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.

Crochet Activity Book

Author: Debbie Deitke
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 106

Book Description
Crochet Theme Fun Puzzles! Enjoyable for anyone who LOVES to Crochet 100+ Crochet Theme variety puzzles for HOURS of entertainment Classic Favorites: Word Search, Crossword, Word Scramble, Logic Puzzles Memorable Picture Puzzles: Mazes, Odd One Out, Reflection, Last One Standing Large print puzzles that are easy to read 16 Bonus Puzzles: Number Search & Sudoku at the end