CROCHET BOOKS

From fiber artist Toni Lipsey of TL Yarn Craft, an introduction to the craft of Tunisian crochet—a unique crochet style that looks more like knitting—with 20 projects for beginners. There are hundreds of books that explore traditional crochet, but there are few that reference the concept of Tunisian crochet or present it in a modern, approachable way. The Tunisian Crochet Handbook introduces this fascinating and rewarding technique with a wide array of stitches and design possibilities. The goal of this book is to guide crocheters step-by-step through Tunisian crochet, starting with tools and yarns, transitioning into how-to’s and stitches, and finishing with easy but engaging patterns. The book includes instructional sections and patterns, complete with the necessary schematics and styled, chic photographs. Crochet continues to grow in popularity, and this guidebook offers a new take on the timeless classic, one that readers won’t be able to find anywhere else.

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52 Weeks of Shawls is a unique look into contemporary shawl knitting.The designers behind the 52 patterns come from all around the world. This collection showcases an exceptionally wide range of yarns, techniques and levels of difficulty and also includes two crochet designs. It is a true encyclopedia of shawls, a future classic for decades to come.The book is a continuation of 52 Weeks of Socks which has been immensely popular around the world. This publication contains 52 knitting patterns by 50 designers. All patterns are beautifully photographed, illustrated and presented on 272 pages.The book contains patterns from the following designers: Stella Ackroyd, Andrea Aho, Fiona Alice, Natalya Berezynska, Rebekah Berkompas, Lærke Bisschop-Larsen, Sveina Björk Jóhannesdóttir, Rachel Brockman, Aleks Byrd, Susan Chin, Valentina Cosciani-Tibisay, Evgeniya Dupliy, Stephanie Earp, Marion Em, Frida Franckie, Katya Gorbacheva, Samantha Guerin, Joanna Herriott, Sarah Heymann, Jonna Hietala, Erin Jensen, Anna Johanna, Malia Mae Joseph, Susanna Kaartinen, Pauliina Karru, Linda Lencovic, Marjut Lund-Rahkola, Lotta H Löthgren, Hanna Maciejewska, Aude Martin, Mariya Matveeva, Helen Mawdsley, Faïza Mebazaa, Kathryn Merrick, Tif Neilan, Hanne Kær Pedersen, Paula Pereira, Claudia Quintanilla, Lucía Ruiz de Aguirre, Nataliya Sinelshchikova, Jeanette Sloan, Elena Solies Jansà, Susanne Sommer, Anna Strandberg, Niina Tanskanen, Mari Tobita, Miriam Walchshäusl, Lauren Wallis, Claire Walls and Stephen West.

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Laine Magazine Issue 16 brings you to the streets of our beloved Helsinki, the capital of Finland. We will visit a charming bookstore and an edgy record store, and sit down to have a warming cup of coffee. In short, a perfect, slow Saturday. Designers featured in this issue: Fiona Alice, Rachel Brockman, Dee Hardwicke, Thien-Kieu Lam, Lotta H Löthgren, Rosa Pomar, Yan Qian, Eri Shimizu, Anna Strandberg and Orlane Sucche. Issue 16, Winter 2023, includes: 148 pages 11 knitting patterns 5 sweaters, 2 cardigans, 2 shawls, 1 waistcoat, and 1 pair of socks. an interview with Elaine Tom – learn how she became the trusted test knitter for many designers, knitting around 40 sweaters a year! an article on how the Craft Museum of Finland preserves cultural heritage and inspires the crafters of today. seasonal recipes to inspire your winter cooking book reviews Printed in Estonia Print only NEW– Jeanette Sloan Talks Fibre – a regular article on Jeanette chatting with interesting people. In this issue, she meets Lorraine Amagove Mugere, a Kenyan knitwear and crochet designer. – Five Ways by our regular writer Päivi Kankaro. In this issue, Päivi explores how you can keep your favourite knits around for longer by taking care of them the right way. – Where I Knit – a regular piece that pictures people knitting in their favourite spot, and talking about crafting in their everyday lives. In this issue, we meet a knitter in Indonesia.

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Crochet Yeah! A collection of six simple, colourful crochet accessories from The Crochet Project in association with Coop Knits. Whether you are new to crochet and looking for easy, well explained patterns or an experienced crocheter looking for stylish, fun to make, wearable accessories this is the book for you. With detailed notes on everything from the basic stitches and decoding crochet patterns to professional finishing and caring for your hand made items; you will learn more than just how to make the six projects. The project list includes Evesham Socks which are delicate and lacy and highly adjustable for great fit, Tenbury Hat and Mitts with beautiful contemporary two-tone ombre striping, Worcester Scarf a light, lacy and highly addictive pattern, Malvern Cowl using spike stitch for a colour work effect and Bromsgrove Hat which plays with colour and texture and a new technique for a splendidly stretchy brim. All of the projects are worked in Socks Yeah! yarn, a beautiful 4ply blend of Superwash Merino with nylon for strength and each project uses two or three 50g skeins. Patterns are written using UK crochet terminology with US conversions given in the abbreviations section. Patterns are charted where appropriate. Schematics are provided throughout. All patterns are sized to fit adult women with hats, mitts and socks written in three sizes.

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Crochet bright and beautiful clothes and accessories with this guide to the most exciting crochet colorwork techniques including intarsia, mosaic and tapestry crochet. Why should knitters have all the fun when it comes to colourwork? If you prefer using one hook to two needles but wish you could crochet colourful garments like knitters then this collection of colourful crochet clothing is for you. Whether it’s a sweater with a decorative yoke or a matching beanie and glove set in a Scandinavian-inspired design, this collection of crochet patterns shows that it’s not just knitters who can make colorwork sweaters and accessories – crochet can be just as versatile once you know the techniques. Author of Colorful Crochet Knitwear, Sandra Gutierrez, explains how to use tapestry crochet and its variations to create fairisle crochet patterns on garments and accessories. Other colorwork techniques included are standard mosaic crochet, worked flat and in the round; single row mosaic crochet worked in the round to create texture; intarsia crochet which lends itself to more graphic images; and how to use stripes and color blocking as an accent on a shawl and sweater.

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A comprehensive guide for beginning and experienced crocheters alike, Modern Crochet elevates the craft for a new generation of makers. Learn how to choose proper tools, understand all things yarn, proficiently read a pattern, and autonomously complete any crochet project. This definitive resource for contemporary crochet includes: 16 ORIGINAL PATTERNS: Basket - Coaster - Wall Hanging - Infinity Scarf - Bobble Pillow - Faux Fur Cowl - Velvet Scrunchie - Oversized Throws - and more! 150+ Step-by-Step Photos - 25+ Video Tutorials - Corresponding Online Resource Library with Materials and Support

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