• Patterns for 18 wraps and shawls using 6 crochet techniques: traditional crochet, motif crochet, Tunisian crochet, broomstick lace, hairpin lace, and double-ended crochet • Includes one easy, one intermediate, and one advanced project for each technique • Accessories for every occasion: delicate shawlettes, comfy ponchos, intricate lace shawls, and vibrant, modern wraps

Patterns for 18 wraps and shawls using 6 crochet techniques: traditional crochet, motif crochet, Tunisian crochet, broomstick lace, hairpin lace, and double-ended crochet.

Step-by-step instructions and symbol charts put these 139 creative new border designs within reach for beginning and advanced crocheters alike. If you’re ready to chart your own crocheted course, Edie Eckman offers plenty of helpful design advice, including how to choose an appropriate border for each project and how to incorporate an element from the main stitch pattern into a new border design. She then explains, with the help of close-up photos, how the same pattern can have dramatically different results depending on the weight of the yarn. With each pattern diagrammed to approach in both rounds and rows, Every Which Way Crochet Borders is an inventive and invaluable resource.

Crochet wraps are perfect for every day! A gorgeous, colorful shawl can take any outfit to the next level of style. Spice up a casual outfit or keep the chill off your shoulders in a summer dress. You will reach for your favorite wraps again and again. The seven patterns in this book feature designs from lacy stoles to colorful motif shawls, and range in skill level from easy to experienced. Start out on an easy pattern like Midnight Azaleas or Ardeona Lace, or jump right to a more advanced pattern with Perfect Pineapples. If you need to brush up on your skills, a tutorial section is included with a review of basic crochet stitches plus photos and instructions for new techniques. These wraps are fast and addictive to crochet, so choose a favorite design and a super-soft yarn and get started today!

With this book, kids (and tweens) can learn to crochet accessories and toys all by themselves. • Simple, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and photos show basic crochet techniques and the challenging parts of each project • The patterns start very simple, with chains used as shoelaces, and build to relatively advanced projects such as afghans and stuffed toys • Fun, colorful projects will appeal to boys and girls aged 7 to 13 • 29 projects (12 beginner, 11 intermediate, and 6 advanced) include friendship bracelets, berets and caps, embellishments for shirts and scarves, fingerless mitts, messenger bags, and more

A beautiful border adds the perfect finishing touch to your hand-stitched pieces. A knitted scarf, a crocheted baby blanket, even a store-bought tank top --- they're all elevated by the texture and color of crocheted edgings. Complete with detailed instructions for executing the 90-degree corner turns, Edie Eckman's 150 border designs add pop and whimsy to everything they embellish. "An irresistible book of cute crocheted borders...expands the options for adding a little flair to knit, crocheted, and even sewn projects."---Debbie Stoller author of the Stitch `n Bitch books

Dare to Wear Crochet in More Ways Than One Convertible Crochet is a brand new way to think about crochet fashion, exploded lace motifs, and flattering silhouettes. Award-winning designer Doris Chan helps you get more out of crochet with these endlessly adaptable patterns and techniques that can work with a variety of different looks, personal styles, and body shapes. You'll learn to personalize these designs by easily making alterations, adding removable elements, or simply styling the piece in an ingenious new way. Make it once. Wear it again and again.