100 Micro Crochet Motifs: Patterns and charts for tiny crochet creations - Softcover

Glaves, Steffi

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1446308391 ISBN 13: 9781446308394

Publisher: David & Charles, 2021

Synopsis

Explore the world of micro crochet with this collection of crochet patterns and charts for 100 exquisite crochet motifs.This collection of teeny, tiny crochet motifs from talented crochet designer, Steffi Glaves, explores the world of miniature in crochet form.

The step-by-step instructions show you how to create your own micro crochet makes to create a wide range of beautiful crochet pieces that can be used in so many ways.
These wonderfully small motifs are beautifully detailed despite their small size and can be used for jewellery, accessories, appliques, decorations and embellishments.

You will learn the central skills needed for micro-crochet, such as how to hold the thread and hook, reading a crochet chart, special edgings, blocking and stiffening. Alongside that, you will also learn about the tools and types of threads to use, and the special techniques needed for creating the motifs in this book, such as incorporating wire, creating tiny keepsake bags and making your own jewellery.

There are simple motifs with two to four rounds of crochet and more challenging ones with more rounds, colour changes and different stitches ; some of them are 3D amigurumi.
Step-by-step instructions show you how to crochet intricately detailed motifs using fine cotton quilting thread and a 0.5mm crochet hook.

Choose from a wide range of motifs including flowers; leaves & plants; fruit; triangles, granny squares, Christmas and even mini amigurumi.
As well as the huge choice of motifs there are 10 projects showing you how to use the motifs for small projects such as jewellery and accessories; as well as how to scale up the designs using thicker yarn and a bigger hook to make bags, bunting, accessories, wall hangings and cards.

Includes instructions for all the necessary crochet techniques and stitches, as well as specific advice for working at such a small scale. Also includes techniques for using jewellery findings and other tools to create the projects.

So, if you love to crochet and fancy trying something different why not give micro crochet a go? This is the perfect guide for anyone who already has a grasp of the basic crochet stitches and techniques, and wishes to explore making jewellery, accessories, appliques, or just tiny things for the sheer joy of it.

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About the Author

Steffi Glaves is a designer/maker specializing in micro crochet motifs and jewellery making. She sells her finished work and crochet patterns on Etsy and has had her work featured in various magazines including Simply Crochet and Inside Crochet.

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Tiny objects are fascinating. From dollhouse miniatures and model railways, to jewellery charms and tiny food, anything that can shrink to fit in the palm of your hand can instantly become more precious with new possibilities for different applications. The same can be said for crochet, the classic granny square transforms into something unique and special when reduced to the size of a postage stamp. This book, 100 Micro-Crochet Motifs, demonstrates how to do just that with your own crochet. With 10 themed chapters and a fun project for each one, there is a wide range of tiny and beautiful crochet pieces that can be used in so many ways. You will learn the central skills needed for micro-crochet, such as how to hold the thread and hook, reading a crochet chart, special edgings, blocking and stiffening. Alongside that, you will also learn about the tools and types of threads to use, and the special techniques needed for creating the motifs in this book, such as incorporating wire, creating tiny keepsake bags and making your own jewellery. There are simple motifs with 2 to 4 rounds of crochet and more challenging ones with more rounds, colour changes and different stitches – some of them are 3D amigurumi. These motifs are not just for micro-crochet: scale them up with standard DK yarn and a larger crochet hook for bigger motifs which have their own charm, and use them for bunting and bouquets. The envelope project in the Blanket Squares chapter is a great example of this as it involves using the same granny square design to make a miniscule pendant or a larger belt purse. This book is for anyone who already has a grasp of the basic crochet stitches and techniques, and wishes to explore making jewellery, accessories, appliqués, or just tiny things for the sheer joy of it.

Edition details

• Publisher: David & Charles
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1446308391
• ISBN 13: 9781446308394
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128