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Seamless Crochet
by Kristin Omdahl

Publisher: Interweave Press
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781596682979

With Kristin’s unique technique, crocheters of all skill levels will now be able to create motif-based patterns in one piece, eliminating seams or sewing, and leaving only two ends to weave in. Her modular construction allows one motif to flow directly into the next, creating secure joins and beautiful geometric patterning on the exterior round. Inside are twenty projects to teach beginner to intermediate crocheters this “tail-free” technique. Seamless Crochet comes with a helpful instructional DVD of Kristin guiding you step by step through her process. Also included is a motif directory of original designs with expert advice on how to adapt any motif-based crochet design to this seamless technique. Seamless Crochet will transform the way you approach every crocheted motif-based design, giving you professional crochet results in a fraction of the usual time.

Price: £17.99

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Finishing Techniques for Crochet
by Betty Barnden

Publisher Search Press
Edition Paperback

Learn how to give a professional finish to all your crocheted garments and accessories. Master the art of adding borders and embellishments, construction and fastening ideas, as well as embroidery and other decorative techniques, with step-by-step guides and clear, practical illustrations. Includes ten projects for garments, accessories and articles for the home, with full instructions on how to customize them to your own individual style. Plus a handy directory of 20 borders, edgings and frills.
Price: £9.99

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Crochet Stitch Motifs
by Erika Knight

Publisher Interweave Press
Edition Paperback

If hunting for inspiration is about to send you over the edge, look no further. "Crochet Stitch Motifs" showcases a bountiful volume of 250 decorative edgings and patterns to elevate your fashion garments and home furnishings. A Picot edging makes a delicate trim for any hem and a Cluster Arch accents a cushion beautifully. From a basic Corded Edging to a fanciful Bullion Scross, each of the stitches features a full-colour photograph in updated yarns and clear and concise instructions for creating each design.
Price: £14.99

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Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs
by Edie Eckman

Publisher Storey Publishing
Edition Hardback

Learn to crochet, make a granny square. It's a simple formula that has held true for decades. Crocheters love granny squares because the technique is simple to learn but the possibilities are endless. Vary the colours. Use the same colours but change their placement. Add unique images. Make the same square over and over but in different sizes. There is much to love about the classic square crochet motif.But if it's hip to make squares, imagine the coolness quotient of circles, stars, triangles and hexagons. Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs introduces crocheters to more than 150 designs of every size and shape. Full colour photographs capture the intricate details and colour work in each motif, and the stitching instructions offer the flexibility of being presented in both text and symbol formats.Each motif can be quickly crocheted and then used as a small embellishment on a larger item – or combined with other motifs to create original pieces, from baby blankets to tote bags. Edie Eckman inspires readers to see the world of possibility in each motif. Master the technique, then let the imagination run wild. Motifs give crocheters the freedom to play with shape, colour, and texture in patterns that are small and quickly completed. Motifs – each one a tiny work of art – are at once addictive and rewarding. With its unexpected range of shapes, designs and colour ideas, Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs will keep enthusiasts happy for a very long time!
Price: £12.99

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Blueprint Crochet
by Robyn Chachula

Publisher Interweave Press
Edition Paperback

Learn the universal symbol language of crochet and create gorgeous patterns with Blueprint Crochet, a graphical interpretation of contemporary designs made just for the visual crafter. Robyn Chachula, a structural engineer turned crochet designer who was influenced by the appeal of visual Japanese crochet patterns, designs using a graphic pattern treatment called symbol crochet. This graphic pattern treatment is for any crocheter that can understand maps better than verbal directions, illustrations better than narratives, and three-dimensional drawings better than step-by-step directions. Each project is broken down into the Plan that shows the overall picture, the Details that show the crochet stitch pattern, and the Construction that shows the steps to assemble the project. With contemporary designs from trendy to classic, crocheters can choose from effortless motif patterns for purses, earrings, necklaces, and earrings, quick-stitch patterns that are perfect for tunics, wraps, belts or scarves, vogue granny squares that translate wonderfully into sweater coats, comfy tops, shawls, or boleros, and stitch-repeat patterns for jackets, dresses, vests, and tops. With Blueprint Crochet, anything is possible!
Price: £14.99

Freeform Crochet and Beyond
by Renate Kirkpatrick

Publisher Sally Milner Publishing
Edition Paperback

The aim with this freeform crochet book is to encourage the reader to tap into the hidden creativity that lurks within us all – to entice the true beginner with easy starting points that will then lead them on to explore other techniques and experiment with what they learn, free from too many rules and must nots – and, to inspire the more experienced to call upon all the arts and crafts that he or she has explored over the years, in some cases abandoned, and illustrate ways of bringing them together in a truly amazing art form.
Price: £20.99

Basic Crochet Stitches
by Erika Knight

Publisher Collins & Brown
Edition Paperback

If you're looking for stitch inspiration, Basic Crochet Stitches brims with new and old stitches to delight crocheters of all skill levels. A single Cluster Crochet Stitch makes a great foundation pattern for a textured scarf; a Trinity stitch adds warmth to any afghan design. Or why not glam up a shawl with a striking Hexagon stitch? All swatches are worked in updated yarns, beautifully photographed and accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions.
Price: £14.99

Compendium of Crochet Techniques
by Jan Eaton

Publisher Search Press
Edition Paperback

Give a professional finish to your crochet garments and accessories with this indispensable compendium of technical know-how and trouble-shooting tips.Step-by-step photographs, diagrams, and clear instructions will guide you through each stage of your work, or you can dip in for help with a particular problem. You'll also find plenty of inspiration for adding an extra-special touch to your work usinghand-dyed yarns, beaded embellishments, and surface crochet.
Price: £12.99

Crochet Techniques
by Renate Kirkpatrick

Publisher Sally Milner Publishing
Edition Paperback

Crochet Techniques brings together instructions for stitches and their variations to create five colourful and attractive samplers - two based on Classic stitches, one on Jacquard stitch, a fourth based on Tunisian crochet (also called Tricot), and another based on Crochenit (sometimes known as 'on the double' crochet.Working these patterns will help you gain a solid, well-grounded knowledge of crochet. As you make your way through the techniques you will discover a range of interesting and useful stitches that you will want to use over and over again - not just as rugs but to create items of your own. You will also find discussion of common crochet problems and tips for solving them.
Price: £17.99

Crochet Stitch Bible
by Betty Barnden

Publisher Batsford
Edition Spiral-bound Hardback

This book is designed to meet the needs of all those interested in the various aspects of crochet, from lacy doilies to free-form sculpture, and to encourage an exploration of the craft in a creative and imaginative way. The book is a comprehensive reference to more than 200 crochet stitch patterns and how to work them. This will enable the reader to interpret basic crochet designs with a new flexibility and versatility and help them to express their own design ideas with originality and skill.
Price: £14.99

220 More Crochet Stitches
Harmony Guides

Publisher Collins & Brown
Edition Paperback
Price: £8.99

The Crocheter's Companion
by Nancy Brown

Publisher Interweave Press
Edition Spiralbound

This pocket-sized, spiral bound reference for crochet-lovers is designed to fit into a project bag or basket, lie flat for easy use, and provide the essential infomation that crocheters need to have at their fingertips. Thread and hook charts, abbreviations, stitch instructions with clear illustrations, and lots of helpful hints demystify this revitalised art.
Price: £14.99

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