As a needle craft, crochet has stood the test of time and remains popular today, especially with the resurgence in vintage-style fashions and decorating. Now readers can acquire this craft quickly and easily with Learn to Crochet. Beginning with the basics such as hooks and yarns, moving through simple stitches, and on to creating patterns and delicate filet crochet, readers will find the step-by-step instructions accompanied by full-color photographs easy to follow. With Learn to Crochet, novice crocheters will soon be creating beautiful projects, from fashion items such as hats and scarves to home fashions such as bedspreads.
Here's a sample of other books in this Dover category
Learn To Knit by Monica New Holland, Penny Hill Over 13 knitting techniques and 11 projects, from fashion accessories to things for the home. More than 100 color, step-by-step, and project photos.
The Dancer's Book of Ballet Crafts: Dancewear, Accessories, and Keepsakes by Christina Haskin The Dancer's Book of Ballet Crafts: Dancewear, Accessories, and Keepsakes features over 25 graceful projects shown in stunning photographs taken on location at studios and on stage, intriguing ballet lore, and inspiring quotes from students and professional dancers.
Knit Style: Chic and Sexy Accessories by Barbara W. Larson, Damian Sandone 25 gorgeous, originally-designed accessories, each knitted in today’s most popular yarns. More than 125 full-color photos.
Party Knits by Melody Griffiths, Lesley Stanfield Knit one of these fabulous patterns, and go party! Match a satin skirt with the shimmering copper top or a pretty summer dress with the frill-edge bolero to make a terrific summer ensemble. Or keep warm at a winter party without any loss of style wearing the latest in shrugs, wraps, and gilets. This great new collection of 24 up-to-the-minute patterns will allow you to go wild with bold and bright colors or stay chic with black and white. Making your own party pieces allows you to find just the right shade of wool to coordinate with your outfit.
