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Crochet Made Easy

Crochet Made Easy

8 Projects to Get You Started

Leisure Arts
Published on September 08, 2019
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Build confidence with every chain, single crochet, and double crochet—then turn your new skills into a first hat, easy scarf, granny throw, and more.

Crochet starts with a hook, yarn, and a simple loop. Clear illustrations and friendly guidance show beginners how to choose yarn weights and hooks, make a slip knot and foundation chain, control tension, and work the essential stitches: slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet.

Learn how to crochet flat rows and center-out rounds, read stitch diagrams and abbreviations, check gauge, increase and decrease, change colors, fasten off, and weave in ends securely. Practical finishing advice covers blocking, pressing, and joining seams, so handmade pieces look neat and hold up to use.

Put those Crochet Basics to work with eight approachable projects, from a cozy hat and fashion scarf to a baby blanket, shell-stitch cardigan and cloche, textured dishcloths, market bag, granny throw, and diamond table runner. Each pattern includes materials, gauge, hook size, and straightforward instructions.

Keep this handy beginner crochet guide close as you stitch, practice, and make useful gifts for home, family, and friends.


Product Code: 18121
LA Product Code: LEA124609
Print ISBN: 9781464788499
UPC: 73650799112
Dimensions: 5.375 x 8.375
40p, color
Beginner
Leisure Arts

Leisure Arts

2019-09-08

8 Projects to Get You Started

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