Crochet Step by Step: Techniques, Stitches, and Patterns Made Easy - Hardcover

Harding, Sally

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0241459559 ISBN 13: 9780241459553

Publisher: DK, 2021

Synopsis

Get hooked on crocheting with this crochet book for beginners!

Filled with step-by-step illustrations for an easy-to-follow and fully visual experience, this fool proof guide will have you starting your first crochet project right away!

Inside the pages of this illustrative crochet reference guide from DK Books, you'll find:

- Over 100 key techniques and 20 easy projects to get you started
- Clear step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow instructions
- Advice on what materials you need and how to use them
- An introduction to colour theory and how to combine colours for optimum effect

If you've always wanted to learn how to crochet but thought it would be too tough, this is the ultimate book for you! From choosing the right hooks and crochet yarn to basic stitches and patterns, Crochet Step By Step explains all the tools, materials, and techniques you'll need to get started. You'll be making scarfs, blankets, baby hats, and cushions in no time!

This basic crochet book includes a concise explanation of stitch symbols and abbreviations together with clear guidelines on how to read crochet patterns. There are 20 projects to practice what you've learned about stitches, techniques, and tools, so you can go from a novice to an expert! There's also helpful advice on which colour combinations to use for beautiful results.

On Your Marks. Get Set. Stitch!

This newly updated edition includes a fresh design and brand-new photography that shows the stitches with gorgeous clarity. Gorgeous photos of finished projects will inspire you to pick up your crochet hook and get creative! It's the perfect gift for anyone who wants to learn how to crochet.

Complete the Series:
Fully illustrated and easy to use, the DK Step by Step series covers all the essential skills and techniques you need to succeed in a specific activity. Once you've mastered the art of crocheting, learn to perfect your embroidery skills with Sew Step by Step.

About this title

About the Author

Sally Harding is a needlecraft technician, author, designer, and editor. Born in the US, she now lives in London. She was the technical knitting editor for Vogue Knitting from 1982 to 1983, and has for many years edited needlework books by acclaimed textile designer Kaffe Fassett. She is passionate about crochet, and keen to update the traditional craft so that it reaches a new audience. Her books include Crochet Style (1987) and Quick Crochet Huge Hooks (2005). Sally was the author of the knitting and crochet chapters in DK's The Needlecraft Book (2010).

Edition details

• Publisher: DK
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0241459559
• ISBN 13: 9780241459553
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 224