Crochet: Over 130 Techniques and Stitches

✍ Scribed by DK

• Publisher: DK Publishing
• Year: 2020
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 320
• Edition: New
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

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.

Packed with step-by-step photography and clear instructions, Crochet has everything you need to crochet a gorgeous array of clothing, home decor items, and toys. Get started with your first crochet hook, work a range of classic granny squares, and discover how to craft delicate lace and openwork pieces. Practice your newly learned skills on simple projects as you move through the ebook, or dive straight into the dedicated projects chapter, which includes amigurumi and toy designs, blankets and pillows, and clothing for children and adults.

Newly updated with a fresh design and brand-new photography, Crochet is both a perfect e-guide for beginners and an invaluable resource for more practiced crocheters.

✦ Table of Contents

CONTENTS
Introduction
Crochet know-how
TOOLS
Yarns
Hooks
Other equipment
TECHNIQUES
Basic stitches
Beaded necklace
Chunky bracelet
Striped washcloths
Self-fringing scarf
Glasses case
Textured pillow
Party bunting
Coaster set
Pot holder
Circular pillow
Following a crochet pattern
Care of crochet
Stitch techniques
Flower garland
Embellishments for crochet
Working crocheted edges
Crochet-edged pillows
Circular crochet
Openwork
Shell mesh scarf
Colorwork
Intarsia pillow
Crafter’s wrap
Unusual stitches
Unusual yarns
Crocheted toys
Teddy bear
Felted crochet
PROJECTS
Blankets and pillows
Flower blanket
Lap blanket
Colorful granny blanket
Baby blanket
Chevron pillow
Granny pillow
Owl pillow
Home and gifts
Desktop storage pots
Structured baskets
Hanging toy basket
Chunky rug
Round stool cover
Rustic ottomans
Octopus mobile
Cat basket
Filigree bookmarks
Book cover
Flower pincushion
Hats and scarves
Baby bonnet
Child’s hat with ears
Men’s beanie hat
Child’s hat with earflaps
Striped beret
Lacy scarf
Broomstick lace shawl
Tweed stitch cowl
Chunky scarf
Gloves, socks, and slippers
Child’s wristwarmers
Child’s mittens with string
Women’s wristwarmers
Nordic fingerless mitts
Mary-Jane booties
Mini-trainer booties
Women’s soft slippers
Women’s ankle socks
Men’s chunky socks
What to wear
Baby’s crossover cardigan
Child’s poncho
Striped sweater
Child’s hoodie
Summer tunic dress
Cropped sweater
Women’s lacy cardigan
Toys
Animal rattles
Giant play ball
Mother elephant and baby
Rag doll
Amigurumi penguin
Floppy-eared bunny
Polar bear comforter
Jungle finger puppets
Bags
Granny square bag
Straw beach bag
Super-stretchy shopper
Everyday bag
Diamond granny bag
Clutch bag
Child’s turtle backpack
Change purses
Glossary
Index
Acknowledgments