Lessons and Instruction Books for Learning Knitting and Crocheting

Crocheting For Dummies

Item Code :	JWS076454151X

Brand:	WILEY PUBLISHERS

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Knitting and crocheting lessons and instructions in these books help stimulate learning and talents. From novices to artists, there are an estimated 30 million crocheters in the United States alone. In this era of demanding schedules, people of all ages are picking up hooks and yarn and taking immense satisfaction out of the soothing act of creating something with their own hands. Every new person who learns to crochet keeps the art alive�and this easy-to-understand book shows you how! Whether you�re a first-time crocheter or looking to expand your skills, this plain-English book gives you hands-on experience, helping you do everything from choose the right tools to create basic stitches to finish off your work.

Format: Soft cover, 360 Pages
Author: Susan Brittain, Karen Manthey
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons
Release Date: July, 2004

Crocheting For Dummies features easy-to-follow instructions and illustrations that show you step by step how to:

Read crochet patterns
Select threads and yarns
Increase and decrease stitches
Crochet in circles and squares
Fix your mistakes
Assemble a finished project

Once you�ve assembled the proper tools, you�ll see how to work the most common crochet stitches, how to join more yarn, how to make your pieces larger or smaller, and how to work with patterns. Then you�ll move on to advanced techniques and see how to care for your crocheted items. You�ll receive expert guidance in:

Adding new stitches and techniques to your crochet vocabulary
Enhancing your work with buttons, ribbon, beads, and more
Working with cotton thread (it�s for more than just doilies!)
Using multiple colors in your projects
Combining stitches to form simple patterns and textures
Joining pieces together with different techniques

In no time at all you�ll be making placemats, hats, purses, sweaters, afghans, and much more! Complete with a list of top crochet resources, important dos and don�ts, and variations on crochet, Crochet For Dummies is packed with everything you need to discover the joys of this remarkable craft.

Learning Things offers a great knitting and crocheting instruction book for the person who wants to broaden their abilities in making beautiful unique quilts with great designs.