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Simple Crochet Hats: 15 Beautiful Designs to Create with Ease

by Vanessa Mooncie, GMC Publications

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You don’t need to wait for winter to arrive before whipping up some of these classic hat patterns. Beautifully designed, these crocheted hats are bound to get you noticed on a chilly winter day. Featuring 15 simple projects, from beanies to berets, readers can choose from a variety of hat types that boast clear instructions and gorgeous photographs. The best part? No prior crochet experience required! These hats are perfect for beginner and advanced crocheters alike!

Paperback, 160Pages, $15.85, 978-1784945404

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Simple Sweet Crochet: Boutique Designs for Little Girls

by Cody Larsen, Design Originals

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Crochet the perfect designs for babies, toddlers and young girls with Simply Sweet Crochet: Boutique Designs for Little Girls. Choose from any one of 18 original simple-to-make crochet patterns and make your own collars, cowls, hats or headbands with ease. Whether you’re a beginner or a more experienced crocheter, you’ll find the author’s helpful advice and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions useful for completing your project of choice. For those beginners who need a bit more guidance, there are also clear illustrations for your reference. Because of the wide-range of pattern sizes, your crocheting can keep up with your growing girls!

Paperback, 64 Pages, $14.99, 978-1574213751

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Star Wars Even More Crochet

by Lucy Collin, Thunder Bay Press

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Transport yourself to a galaxy far, far away through this collection of Star Wars amigurumi patterns. Rey, Finn, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and nine other beloved favorites make an appearance in this book, and it even includes enough yarn for you to get started on your BB-8 and a Jawa. With crochet hooks instead of light sabers, you will delight your fellow fans with these realistic and fun designs.

Paperback, 76 Pages, $24.99, 978-1626868335

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Step into Crochet: Crocheted Sock Techniques—from Basic to Beyond!

by Rohn Strong, Interweave

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Nothing beats the feeling of soft, cozy yarn protecting your toes from the bite of a cool morning, but how do you work up the complicated heel area and decide on toe-up or cuff-down construction? This reference book has the answers to creating professionally shaped socks, plus ideas on customization, advanced colorwork or motif designs, and more. Your sock style will never be the same after these 19 patterns.

eBook, 144 Pages, $22.99, 978-1632504784

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Stripey Crochet Blankets: 20 Modern Heirlooms to Crochet

by Haafner Linssen, St. Martin's Griffin

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Everyone remembers that gorgeous, striped afghan in the linen closet their grandma stitched eons ago. If you’ve ever wanted to create a family heirloom just like that, then Striped Crochet Blankets is the crochet pattern book you’re looking for. These projects use basic crochet techniques and simple stitches that make easy beginner projects for new crocheters and relaxing weekend projects for the more experienced yarn workers out there.

Paperback, 128, 

Paperback, 128Pages, $19.95, 978-1250176998

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Summertime Crochet

by Helgrid Van Impelen,‎ Verena Woehlk Appel, Stackpole Books

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Whether you are looking for something to crochet for spring break or for the summertime, this book is for you. Many crocheters struggle to find time or inspiration to crochet in the warmer months, but the cotton and linen yarns that are available are just waiting to be crocheted into a breezy tank top or hat design. This book will guide you through picking the right yarn and the right project for your next summer adventure!

Paperback, 112Pages, $22.95, 978-0811717748

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Super Cute Crochet for Little Feet: 30 Stylish Shoes, Booties, and Sandals to Crochet for Babies

by Vita Apala, St. Martin's Griffin

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Super Cute Crochet for Little Feet features 30 adorable and stylish footwear patterns for the tiniest of feet. From sandals to boots for toddlers and babies alike, you’re sure to find a pair that’s perfect for your little one. Crochet a pair of miniature Mary Janes for your little girl or basketball sneakers for your future athlete with this pattern collection. Featuring more than 160 illustrations and step-by-step instructions along with patterns for every single pattern, every skill level will be able to follow along.

Paperback, 144 Pages, $22.99, 978-1250059109

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Super-Cute Amigurumi

Super-Cute Amigurumi

by Nicki Trench, 1782498362

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Don’t be intimidated by amigurumi! Even beginners can master this adorable technique using Super-Cute Amigurumi as their guide. Designed with simplicity at the forefront, this book boasts toys that are made with only the easiest of stitches. Featuring a selection of toys inspired by Japanese culture, each project comes with a charming back story, making the process of crocheting them that much more fun! Meet characters like Andy the Alien, who came to Earth in search of cheese or Boris the Baby with unexpected political ambitions. We promise this book won’t disappoint!

Paperback, 112 Pages, $14.95 , 1782498362

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Supersize Crochet: 20 Quick Crochet Projects Using Super Chunky Yarn

by Sarah Shrimpton, F&W Media

www.sewandso.co.uk/product/supersize-crochet-ebook/804266

Crochet’s love affair with chunky yarn is still going strong, and we couldn’t be happier about that. This collection of 20 projects features the best of fluffy and quick-to-work up yarn. It begins with an introduction to the tips and “toolkit” needed to succeed with this style, then sets you free to explore the irresistible designs—slippers, poufs, blankets, cushions, and more.

Ebook or paperback, 128 Pages, $21.99, 978-1446306598

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Sweet Baby Crochet

by Sandy Powers, Publishing Inc

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Sweet Baby Crochet showcases 20 original designs for baby boys and girls up through 24 months. Each of the original patterns, like sweaters, oversized ponchos, coveralls and even an owl-themed mobile, features full-color photos of the finished product and a comprehensive step-by-step photo guide for the trickier stitches and techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, you’ll find something within the pages of Sweet Baby Crochet. Each project is machine-washable and ultra-soft, perfect for your favorite little one.

Paperback, 128 Pages, $19.95, 978-1416245810

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