Complete Croquet: A Guide to Skills, Tactics and Strategy

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This book is an excellent guide if you’re looking to review stitches or find new stitches. It’s broken up into 10 sections, such as basic stitches, bobbles & clusters, post stitches, cable stitches, Tunisian stitches, and more. For each stitch, you’ll also find a finished swatch picture so that you can see how it will look once it’s worked up. Crochet is very therapeutic. It’s very calming to be able to create something, make a mistake, and unravel it and pretend that it never even existed. There’s (usually) no evidence of the mistake, other than a long strand of yarn. And I’m okay with that. When things go right, I end up with delightful things, like my very bookish amigurumi collectionor any number of crochet bookmarks. When it comes to crochet books there are a lot to choose from, you can opt for general crochet projects, crochet granny square blankets, crochet garments, crochet food and even specialised types of crochet like Tunisian crochet and amigurumi, which you can find out more about in our interview with Vincent Green-Hite, author of the new book Knot Bad Amigurumi.

That said, if you love to make super-cute and colorful amigurumi, Kawaii Crochet is a great choice. Explore More Crochet Articles If you’re someone who finds joy in giving homemade gifts, Handmade Hugs is a treasure trove of ideas. Modern Crochet Sweaters: 20 Chic Designs for Everyday Wear – Myska The book does exactly what it promises: answers every question that any crocheter will ever have. The illustrations are a weakness, but the explanations give all the info you’ll ever need to get yourself out of a crochet quandary. Stitch ‘N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker by Debbie Stoller What we particularly liked about this book was how it managed to be both a comprehensive guide and very accessible. The detailed instructions are laid out in a way that feels like a friend is guiding you through every step.I don’t think that a Tyrannosaurus would be able to crochet, what with those little tiny arms, but that doesn’t mean you can’t crochet a cute little T-Rex of your own. Or a Triceratops, a Stegosaurus, or a Edmontasaurus. Each design is simple enough for a novice and comes with illustrated instructions and full-color photos of the finished product. Best Crochet Books: Apparel and Jewelry Get Your Crochet On! Fly Tops and Funky Flavas by Afya Ibomu Tom’s book contains over 30 knitting and crochet patterns including stylish wardrobe essentials and chic homewares and that’s why we love crochet books. They are choc-full of creative inspiration and crochet projects to keep you happy, especially during the winter months when getting cosy at home with a hook and a ball of yarn is a the perfect way to spend an evening. Ready to go beyond granny squares and dive into some fun projects? Whether you’re looking for gifts, wearables, or modern decor, these books are truly a treasure trove of well-written, beautiful crochet patterns. Modern Crochet: Patterns and Designs for the Minimalist Maker – DeBrosse

With Olympic diver and British sports personality Tom Daley about to publish his debut book Made with Love it’s got us thinking about other must-read crochet books every crochet crafter needs on their bookshelf.Do croquet balls get significantly bigger on a hot day? Some certainly get hotter than others. Two papers cover the topic: These beginner crochet books will answer any crochet questions that come up, from how to crochet the basic stitches to selecting the best tools and supplies. Keep these on your coffee table, right next to your crochet project bag. Complete Crochet Course: The Ultimate Reference Guide – Mullett-Bowlsby Learn more than 130 fully illustrated techniques and stitches and put them into practice as you go, creating 80 imaginative projects for home and to wear. The first is " Rules of Thumb" - general things to do or avoid from ' joining up in the middle of the lawn' to ' avoid making your last hoop off partner ball', and much more. Some of the advice will go against general coaching, e.g. don't run hoops to length, and there is one " never!" (Really never!!!!!) Mostly it identifies weak and strong tactical moves.

Best Crochet Books: General Reference A to Z of Crochet: The Ultimate Guide for the Beginner to Advanced Crocheter by Martingale Wondering what your next craft project should be? Look no further – you have to have a go at making a book sleeve, the crochet trend taking over the Internet. My favorite crochet booklet by far is The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet. It has a variety of unique crochet stitches with photo tutorials, which makes designing new patterns exciting. I highly recommend that you take a look at it. ( You can find the book in the list below too!) The Most Helpful Crochet Books To Read Ready to spice up your next crochet project with some new stitches? These stitch books are like crochet dictionaries that will introduce you to a wide variety of new stitches to play with. Here’s another fantastic guide for beginners looking to expand their stitch vocabulary. This book breaks down each stitch with easy-to-read instructions, colored photos, and simple diagrams.

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This is the book for everyone who thinks that crochet is only something for little old ladies. It teaches you everything you need to know about actually crocheting, andthey show you how to make cool, modern items that you’d be proud to own and/or wear. You couldbounce around the internet looking for crochet answers or ask your friends every time a question comes up…or, you could just keep this incredible reference book handy.