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Complete Crochet Course: The Ultimate Reference Guide

Shannon & Jason Mullett-Bowlsby

$29.95

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• NEW! From renowned crochet designer Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby and his brother Jason (the Shibaguyz) comes the ultimate reference manual for the absolute beginner. Filled with step-by-step photography throughout for an easy-to-follow and fully visual experience, this unparalleled guide teaches you how to crochet from the very first stitch—and will keep you crocheting as you gain experience! The Complete Crochet Course explains all the tools, materials, and techniques you need, from choosing a hook and yarn to seaming, working in the round, handling specialty stitches, and adding details. Ten patterns are perfectly designed for novices eager to complete their first projects, while intermediates can enjoy mastering even more advanced skills.

  “It’s about time that crocheters got the same treatment and support as knitters…Truly, the Mullett-Bowlsbys have meticulously thought through the crocheter’s world.” —Booklist (starred review)

  Hardcover, 336 pages, Lark Crafts (March 20, 2018), full color, 8.7 x 1.2 x 10.2 inches
  

• Table of Contents

  HOW TO USE THIS BOOK

  BEFORE YOU STITCH — Making Fabric | Tools | Hooks | Yarn | Pickup Up Hook and Yarn | Pattern Reading | Chart Reading | The Swatch

  MAKING STITCHES — First Stitches Made | First Stitches of a Row | Foundation Stitches | Variations on Basic Stitches | Shaping | Variations on Increase and Decrease Stitches

  BEYOND THE BASICS — Motifs | Cables | Colorwork | Pattern Stitches

  FINISHING — Blocking | Special Techniques | Before You Sew | Buttonholes | Zippers

  THE PROJECTS — My First Cardi | Colorwork Throw | Rectangle Wrap Vest | Signature Vests | Drape Front Cardigan

  RESOURCES — Worksheets | Charts and Guides | Stitch Chart Symbols Master Key | Material Resources

• “Shannon and Jason Mullet-Bowlsby have written, as the title says, the most complete book on crochet I have ever seen. Shannon writes clearly and logically and there is something here for everyone. Beginners who work their way through the book will learn all the hows and whys, while experienced crocheters can learn about a specific topic or research a topic in depth. But they all will become thinking crocheters—people who know how to create the appropriate fabric for the item they're making, people who will know how to modify an existing pattern so that what they make is what they intend to make. There is a wonderful focus on fabrication, which is one of Shannon's strong points--making a beautiful fine fabric with crochet--not something for which crochet is generally known. Finishing, another topic too often omitted from crochet books, is also addressed thoroughly. This book should be on every crocheter’s bookshelf—the way Shannon addresses and Jason illustrates the many variations of loops through loops that is crochet, is food for thought for every crocheter.” —Barbara H. Van Elsen, Master Teacher, CYC Certified Instructor Program

  “I count it as a lucky day when I met Shannon in 2010. It was his first trade show and I was the first editor to review his designs. I immediately realized his talent was extraordinary and our first deal was struck. As we continued to work together, I had the pleasure of meeting Jason and learning that his photography and graphic design (and cooking) skills rounded out the Shibaguyz team. They packaged their first full length book with me in 2012. They have continued to build their fiber design empire with more books, magazine features, and online and nation-wide classroom education. I’m thrilled that Shannon has authored The Complete Crochet Course: The Ultimate Crochet Guide. His expertise in design and education makes it the perfect fit.” —Susan White Sullivan, President, SWS Consulting, Inc. and former Editorial Director of Leisure Arts

  “Shannon & Jason are a unique combination of talent, enthusiasm, and professionalism. From my experience, they don’t know how to bring anything but their ‘A-Game’ to anything that they do. As educators, they are at the next level. They know how to communicate and to make their students love learning. They are funny, kind, and empower their students to believe that that ‘they can do it’. I can’t wait to buy my signed copy of this book.” —Benjamin Levisay, CEO of XRX, Inc. (home of XRX Books and STITCHES Events)

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Crochet Stitch Dictionary: 200 Essential Stitches

Sarah Hazell

$22.95

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• Great for new and experienced crocheters alike, Crochet Stitch Dictionary offers 200 stitches with detailed written, charted, and photographed instructions. This essential book presents 10 color-coded stitch sections: basic stitches, fans & shells, bobbles & clusters, spike stitches, post stitches, mesh & filet, cable stitches, Tunisian stitches, and more!

  Learn each stitch with written, charted, and step-by-step photo instructions that clearly explain where the yarn goes each step of the way. In addition, each stitch pattern shows a large finished swatch in actual size.

  You'll enjoy the colorful and eye-catching "candy-box" sampler pages that start every section. Crochet Stitch Dictionary by Sarah Hazell offers excellent useful instruction and inspiration for all crocheters.

  Softcover, 192 pages, F+W Media (September 30, 2013), full color, 7.50 x 0.60 x 9.60 inches

• 200 Essential Crochet Stitches

  Basic Stitches

  Fans & Shells

  Bobbles & Clusters

  Spike Stitches

  Post Stitches

  Mesh & Filet

  Cable Sitches

  Tunisian Stitches

• "Crochet Stitch Dictionary is such an awesome book. It has 200 stitch patterns with step-by-step photo tutorials and charts too! I have owned my copy for quite a long time and I have to say it is one of my go-to stitch pattern books. I've learned so many new stitch patterns that have helped me take my crocheting to the next level. Crochet Stitch Dictionary is a great resource for beginners and experienced crocheters too!" —The Stitchin’ Mommy

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Lalylala's Beetles Bugs and Butterflies: A Crochet Story of Tiny Creatures and Big Dreams

Lydia Tresselt

$24.99

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• Hello bug lovers and crochet adventurers!

  Grab your research equipment (magnifying glass, flask of tea, crochet hook, scissors and yarn) and follow us into a world full of magic and science, a microcosm of tiny creatures and big dreams! In this book you will find not only a charming selection of crochet patterns to create scrabbling beetles, beautiful bugs and fluttering butterfly crochet amigurumi, but also a wonderful story to read out loud and ponder on: a tale about growing up; accepting change and the power of dreams.

  Watch tiny creatures hatching from their eggs, look on as they munch through a green world, and be astonished at their marvelous transformations when they finally slip out of their cocoons. The wings and hats are interchangeable so you can use the patterns in this book to create new outfits for your little insect friends. Give your caterpillar a new set of wings for every day of the week or cover your beetle in the most colourful wing suits. Be inspired by nature to make creatures of your own creation. It's a great little world full of possibilities. We wish you lots of fun on your journey of discovery and learning!

  Hardcover, 128 pages, F+W Media (November 3, 2017), full color, 8.4 x 0.6 x 9.4 inches

• A Story of Tiny Creatures and Big Dreams

  Techniques

  Patterns

  Egg for maggot, beetle and snail

  Egg for butterfly and moth

  Basic shapes

  Caterpillars

  Cocoon for butterfly and moth

  Brimstone butterfly

  Peacock butterfly

  Ulysses butterfly

  Golden daydream moth

  Beetle larva

  Beetle pupa

  Ladybird

  Stag beetle

  Fly maggot

  Fly pupa

  Fly

  Snail

  Aphid

  Venus flytrap

  Leaf

• "Amigurumi designer Tresselt, known as Lalylala to her online fans, explores the insect world with a whimsical story of a curious caterpillar and her garden friends. It starts with a tiny egg, which hatches to become a caterpillar. (Other eggs hatch into snails, maggots, and beetles.) As the caterpillar snacks on a leaf, she meets a menagerie of insects. The story is followed by instructions for each of the creatures, as well as general amigurumi tips and tricks. Many of the pieces and shapes are interchangeable and customizable, and Tresselt provides directions for a variety of common butterfly and moth wing patterns and insect bodies. VERDICT Tresselt's insects can be used as both decorative objects and as educational tools to demonstrate the life cycles of butterflies, moths, flies, and beetles." — Library Journal

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Noro Magazine, Fall/Winter 2019

Noro

$9.00

If you're already a fan of Noro yarns, you'll love this issue of Noro Knitting Magazine (Issue 15). And if...

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