Tapestry Crochet and More: A Handbook of Crochet Techniques and Patterns - Softcover

Gullberg, Maria

Softcover

ISBN 10: 157076767X ISBN 13: 9781570767678

Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books, 2016

Synopsis

Looking for a way to take your crochet to the next level? Tapestry Crochet and More is the perfect introduction to a whole new set of techniques that will broaden your crochet horizons. Experiment with color, shape, and structure, using ribbed, relief, double-layer, and tapestry crochet to create bags, totes, hats, wrist warmers, lace, and flowers with striking designs you almost won’t believe are crocheted. With a wide variety of patterns to hold the veteran’s attention and loads of practical tips to aid the less experienced, this is one crochet handbook you won’t want to put down!

About this title

About the Author

Designer Maria Gullberg is a leading innovator of crochet in Sweden. The author shares her extensive knowledge and presents crochet techniques including tapestry crochet, ribbed crochet, crochet relief, and double-layer crochet, with many variations.

Review

This is perfectly in line with tapestry crochet. She provides a set of patterns, which include written instructions and graphs, using the patterns themselves to teach the technique of tapestry crochet.” Crochet Concupiscence

"Twenty-one patterns in all, there is something for everyone All are beautiful!" karenwhooley.com

Clean designs the visual impact is kind to the eyes in its simplicity and yet attention-grabbing with bold color pops. It's the perfect combination whether you’re making wearables or home decor items. If you love tapestry crochet, the purse patterns in this book are worth the investment; they're stunning!” Crochet Concupiscence


Tapestry crochet is a variation on traditional crochet that allows for color changes mid–row and results in a look that is akin to loom weaving. This concealed ring–bound book focuses on tapestry crochet but also offers several other types of projects, including granny squares and three–dimensional flowers. The look of tapestry crochet is very distinctive and is rarely represented in craft books published in the U.S. The instructional portion of this book outlines the eight types of stitches needed to complete the projects as well as tips for changing colors, finishing, turning chain, and reading charts and a section informing lefthanded crafters how they can adapt the patterns to fit their needs. Most of the tapestry crochet patterns are for bags and accessories, and the more traditional crochet patterns are focused on granny squares and decorative items such as flowers and chains. An additional tips section at the end of the book offers help related to technical aspects, including weaving in ends, counting stitches, stringing beads, selecting yarn and other material, and more. Anne Heidemann, Booklist

Edition details

• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 157076767X
• ISBN 13: 9781570767678
• Binding: Spiral-bound
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 84