Crochet Designs: 25 Must-have Items to Make - Softcover

Dawson, Tess

Softcover

ISBN 10: 186108434X ISBN 13: 9781861084347

Publisher: GMC Publications, 2007

Synopsis

Aimed at the beginner to intermediate crotchet enthusiast, these 25 stylish designs run the gamut of fashion accessories, from scarves and wraps to hats and mittens, ponchos, handbags, and more. The basic stitches needed and the finished projects they can produce are shown in diagrams and color photographs. There are details about choosing needles, yarns, and other materials, and each step of every project is completely explained, so even novices can get great results. The thoroughly modern designs include the delicate Poppy lacework scarf, a funky Raspberry beret, the Bluebell beach cover-up, and a Jelly Bean handbag that combines colorful flair with everyday functionality. Tips include working in rows and rounds, using increasing and decreasing stitches, blocking, and finishing techniques.

About this title

Book Description:

This book is ideal for those who enjoy crochet or wish to learn how it’s done. Here are 25 fresh, modern designs for all occasions including: scarves, shrugs, summer tops, bags, hats, ponchos and more! Beginners will find all they need to know to complete the projects; there is a comprehensive chapter on yarns, explaining the varying thicknesses and recommended substitutes, advice on crochet hooks, including the benefits of different types of sizes, plus a fully illustrated guide to all the techniques. Crocheters of all levels of experience will find the book full of wonderful projects that are contemporary and rival anything from the high street.

About the Author:

Tess Dawson is a prolific knit and crotchet designer who runs a successful yarn distribution company, Angel Yarns, which is marketed via a website that carries photographs and patterns of her designs. She lives in Shoreham, West Sussex.

About this edition

• Publisher: GMC Publications
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 186108434X
• ISBN 13: 9781861084347
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128