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Tapestry Crochet: 64 Playful Patterns for Children

by Renate Kirkpatrick, Sally Milner

www.sallymilner.com.au

Tapestry Crochet: 64 Playful Patterns for Children is a great tool for decorating a child’s room or a nursery. Each pattern is the same basic square shape but with a different motif or image within its borders. Crochet a select few to use as hanging decorations, or make each of the 64 patterns (or some combination of your favorites) and join them together to form a unique rug or blanket. Patterns are illustrated in a cross-stitch grid style, so you can read and plan out your stitches with ease.

Paperback, 88 Pages, $17.95, 978-1863514620

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The Art of Crochet Blankets: 18 Projects Inspired by Modern Makers

by Rachele Carmona, Interweave

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Drawing inspiration from modern quilts, current fabric designs, tapestry weavings and more, author Rachele Carmona created this selection of stunning blankets that you’ll love to crochet. Every piece in this book was inspired by one of six modern artists and seeing the transition from art to crochet for these 18 patterns is an incredible experience.

Paperback, 144Pages, $24.99, 978-1632505736

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The Crochet Workshop: Learn to Crochet in Quick and Easy Steps

by Emma Osmond, Search Press

www.searchpressusa.com

Learn how to get started with crochet in The Crochet Workshop. Emma Osmond has three basic lessons to explain to you: starting from a circle, a granny square and a straight edge. If you’re still struggling with how to choose yarn or hold the hook in your hands comfortable, Emma has tips and advice for that, too. There’s a basic stitch library with both right and left handed instructions as well as a guide to charts that includes the chart symbols needed for every stitch. At the end of all of this instruction are eight simple patterns for you to get started on to practice the basics you’ve just learned.

Paperback, 64 Pages, $12.95, 978-1782212201

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The Crocheter’s Skill Building Workshop: Essential Techniques for Becoming a More Versatile, Adventerous Crocheter

by Dora Ohrenstein, Storey Publishing

www.storey.com

In order to become a better crocheter, you need to practice and challenge yourself with new and exciting stitches and techniques, and that’s exactly what The Crocheter’s Skill Building Workshop allows crocheters to do. This pattern collection features more than 75 different swatches from crochet master Dora Ohrenstein to teach you increasingly challenging techniques and to allow you sharpen your technical skills. Whether you’re a novice looking to better improve or a seasoned and skilled crocheter, you’ll find yourself learning something new.

Paperback, 256 Pages, $19.95, 978-1612122465

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The Step-by-Step Guide to 200 Crochet Stitches

by Tracey Todhunter, Interweave

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Do you know very single crochet stitch out there? We sure don’t, so we’re excited to add this guide to our collection of classic and new crochet stitches to learn. Both new and experienced crocheters will appreciate the written, charted and photographed instructions for all of these stitches. Plus, there are tips on essential crochet skills like fastening off and color changing. This book seems to have it all!

 

Paperback, 192Pages, $22.99, 978-1632506573

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Tiny Trinkets to Crochet: More Than 50 Cute and Easy Crochet Trinkets

by Susie Johns, Tuva Publishing

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Do you like food, sea creatures or accessories? If you said yes to any of those, this book will tickle your fancy! Featuring 25 patterns for crocheted novelties that can be used as keychains, toys and more, this book is suitable for novice to advanced crocheters. WIth easy-to-follow instructions for each project, you’ll be able to crochet anything from food to a sea turtle in no time at all!

 

Paperback, 128Pages, $16.95, 978-6059192590

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Tis the Season Christmas Crochet

by Annie's

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Get ready for the holidays with this charming selection of 23 festive patterns including designs for ornaments, garlands, afghans, pillows, angels, snowmen, gift-card holders and more. Comprised of mostly worsted-weight yarn, this book is also great for busting through some of that medium-weight yarn stash.

Paperback, 64Pages, $14.99, 978-1640250925

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Top-Down Crochet Sweaters: Fabulous Patterns with Perfect Fit

by Dora Ohrenstein, Storey Publishing, LLC

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Borrowing a tried-and-true method from knitting—working a garment from the top down—Top-Down Crochet Sweaters: Fabulous Patterns with Perfect Fit introduces crocheters to a technique that allows customized fit for crochet clothing like never before. Dora Ohrenstein’s groundbreaking book will explore what can be gained from this top-down approach, such as trying on and tweaking before you’ve gone too far astray, in addition to how to master this by testing it out on 14 patterns tailored just for you, by you. With designs to suit any style or personality, this collection brings you the latest and best in crochet fashion.

Paperback, 176Pages, $18.95, 978-1612126104

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Trendy Tunisian Crochet: 20 Fun and Stylish Projects For You and Your Home

by Nicoletta Hirsch, Tuva Publishing

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If you haven’t tried Tunisian crochet yet, this is the book for you. Trendy and full of possibilities, this book lets you explore this versatile style with 20 fun projects. Once you master the art of Tunisian crochet, you’ll want to make every single beautiful pattern!

Paperback, 128Pages, $21.95, 978-6059192378

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Two Simple Shapes = 26 Crocheted Cardigans, Tops & Sweaters

by Salena Baca, Stackpole Books

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Making crocheted tops has never been easier thanks to this upcoming release. If you’re able to crochet a square and rectangle, you’ll be making your own, easy-to-wear shirts in no time.

Using this book as your guide, you’ll transform crochet squares into trendy pullovers, cardigans, lightweight tops, wraps and more. Featuring a mix of intermediate and easy designs, you’ll soon be hooking up a whole new wardrobe that you’ll be proud to call your own.

Paperback, 120Pages, $22.95, 978-0811737838

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