Stitch up a colorful kaleidoscope of crochet!Explore a lively twist on crocheted motifs as you shift through various shapes and color combinations. From the traditional granny square to more complex forms, these faceted motifs are the building blocks to creating unique and stunning designs. Crochet Kaleidoscope will help make your projects pop with the perfect mix of color in every stitch.Along with a collection of 100 fresh motifs, this book inclu...

Get hooked on Interlocking Crochet!Do you want to create incredible crochet projects that will leave even experienced crocheters amazed and wondering, "How did she do that?" Would you like to crochet one project that has two unique, attractive looks? Try the technique of interlocking crochet, which takes simple stitches and turns them into richly textured, reversible fabrics.There has never been a book that explores this technique so thoroughly. In...

This beautiful new book of functional, stylish designs for babies contains over 20 unique knitting patterns for sweaters, cardigans, vests, dresses, blankets, bootees as well as a cosy wrap for mum.Combining true comfort with contemporary design, in a world where time is precious and clothes are often mass-produced, Danish knitwear designer Vibe Ulrik Sondergaard has produced a delightful range of garments that are worth investing time into. Many of the designs focus on texture and...

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 dramaticall...

Brighten your home—or brighten a loved one's day—with these clear instructions for creating three cozy, colorful afghans.For many of us, afghans are the epitome of comfort. Colorful and inviting, they are a staple of the home, without which a living room or bedroom just wouldn't feel complete. And whether you're making one for yourself, as a housewarming gift, or to welcome a new baby into the world, the process of creating a handmade afghan can be as rewarding as ...

Crochet skill level: Intermediate (requires knowledge of basic crochet terms). The pattern is in English (using US crochet terms). The steps which might be more difficult are described in detail with 24 photos to guide you.  Size of Alice: 8.5" (21.5 cm)  For materials you can use:  3.00 mm hook  4 ply yarn (cream, black, blue, white and red)  Mohair yarn (yellow for hair)  Black e...

A crochet pattern to create little Christmas dolls: Santa, Snowman, little Elf and gingerbread man. Includes also a Christmas tree pattern. The dolls are 2.7 inches ( 7 cm) tall, excluding hat. Materials list: Yarn Sport, Fine No.2, DMC Petra No.3;  DMC Lumina metallic crochet thread Gold;  3.00 mm hook and 4.00 mm hook;  Tapestry needle;  4 pair of 6 mm safety eyes;  ...

This is a crochet pattern to make a Bee and a Flower Basket. A basic knowledge of crochet is required to make them. The pattern is easy to follow: it only uses single crochet stitches (US) or double crochet stitches (UK). The Bee and Flower Basket are made with No 5 yarn (Bulky, Chunky, Craft, Rug) and a 6 mm hook (US: J/10, UK: 4). Instructions are included for the bee, basket and flowers. You can make them bigger or smaller, without changing the pattern. The bee is about 19 inche...

Crochet pattern to create a large bear with hats and scarf.Sizes:The Honey Bear is 23 inches (58.5 cm) tall without hat.The hat is 28.5 inches (72.5 cm) tall and the opening circumference 23 inches (58 cm). The hats also fit a little girl.Materials (not included):Chunky, Bulky, Stylecraft Special Chunky, Honey Bear colors: Camel 1420 = 300 g, Cream 1005 = 10 g and a little bit of Black 1002 to em...

US crochet terms version. Kaboom is a bright, cheery crocheted blanket with a real retro 70's feel. If you love a bit of colour, then this rainbow explosion is for you.Charts and clearly written patterns along with round by round photos, lots of hints and links to YouTube videos will help you make this fun blanket.This pattern is suitable for adventurous beginners. UK terms version also available.Also include are patterns for cushion covers that compliment the blank...

This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to follow various steps for learning the basics of crocheting so that you may become able to crochet any clothing item that you want.The most important aspect of this book is that it has been written in a much simpler language with each and every step which has been elaborated completely so that the readers would not find any sort of difficulty while understanding anything written in this book.Elven basic and easiest cro...