Everything Crochet

This comprehensive reference and pattern book contains answers to a wide range of nuts-and-bolts questions that crocheters want and need to know but are often unable to find in standard “tutorial” crochet books that cover only the basics. You’ll learn how to: • read patterns • work with multiples • successfully substitute yarns • effectively master seaming • evaluate gauge • convert measurements • enlarge patterns for a perfect fit • fix crochet mishaps This book will also show you how to: • crochet with special hooks • care for your crocheted items • work with color • block different types of projects • use the right adhesives • add professional touches to your projects • crochet socks that fit • use crochet to recycle and re-invent clothing • make safer, longer-lasting toys • organize your crochet supplies and yarn scraps • take your crochet to a professional level • do special crochet techniques, such as felting, mosaic crochet, Swedish embroidery, tambour crochet, Fair Isle, crocheting with thrums and locks, flatwork bead crochet, cross-stitch on crochet, crocheting on fabric and even how to process and crochet with pet hair You’ll find all of this and more in this one-of-a-kind crocheter’s guidebook that you will go to time and time again for answers to those crochet problems and questions that every crocheter encounters at one time or another. -- BACK COVER

Year

2011

Language

English

Publisher

DRG

Editions

1

Pages

288

ISBN

9781596353619

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