• DO Magazine special interest publication. • 19 knitting and crochet projects. • Instructions on basic stitches and techniques. • Includes starter projects for beginners. • Projects include sweaters, slippers, wrist warmers, cardigans, scarves, ponchos, and more.

A guide to making stylish crocheted gifts year-round, this collection of projects from today's most popular crochet designers is full of perfect projects for every occasion. The first small project book to focus exclusively on crochet, the innovative, unusual, and imaginative designs are provided by various crochet stars such as Doris Chan, Kathy Merrick, Robyn Chachula, and Annie Modesitt, and many others. From easy-to-crochet to more advanced techniques, each project is accompanied by stylish photography and step-by-step crochet instructions. Crocheters will learn to play with color and build color confidence while creating wearables and home decor projects--all using fine yarns and big hooks to achieve a crochet fabric that is fluid and never stiff. Directions on changing colors in crochet, stranding techniques, and how to work over yarn tails are also provided. From baby gifts and mittens for the whole family to home decor and fancy lace, this book is the ultimate gift-giving resource for crocheters, full of various projects they will love to make and be proud to give away.

There's nothing quite like receiving a handmade gift, and your family and friends will love being on the receiving end of these handmade designs. Designer Mags Kandis inspires with this delightful collection of beautiful and colorful little projects for you to knit, crochet, and felt. From wearable accessories such as hats, mittens, scarves, socks, and wraps to home decor including a tea cozy, pin cushion, needle case, and laptop cover, these 30+ pieces are sweet, lively and add a little joy to every household. Each project features creative embellishments and personal touches, including beading, buttons, needlefelting, applique, and embroidery. Mags also shares her recipes for easy food gifts and simple sewing projects such as sewn fabric gift bags and sachets to pair with fiber gifts. Directions for making these little add-ons that make a gift personal and extra-special are scattered throughout the book. Gifted will inspire you to grab another ball of yarn and invest a little time and love to create something special for someone special.

There's something a little more personal and a lot more special about giving a gift you made yourself. Now Lion Brand Yarn: Just Gifts presents an all-new collection of designs for a variety of memorable gifts to knit or crochet. From the sassy Felted Newsboy Hat to the delightful Forget-Me-Not Teddy Bear Hat and Shoe Set, there's something to make for every occasion. Just Gifts features: - 30 original designs for gifts to knit and crochet - easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams - colorful photographs and clear illustrations - fresh, fun, and innovative projects that range from simple to challenging Whether you want to crochet mittens for the man in your life, knit a sweater for your favorite canine, or whip up a bracelet just for you, Just Gifts lets you choose from a bevy of patterns. Lion Brand Yarn's Just . . . series features a wide variety of portable and popular projects. Edited by experts at this venerable institution, these single-subject books appeal to knitters and crocheters of all levels of expertise. Other titles in this series include Lion Brand Yarn: Just Bags, Lion Brand Yarn: Just Hats, Lion Brand Yarn: Just Scarves, Lion Brand Yarn: Just Socks, and Lion Brand Yarn: Just Wraps.

Everyone loves to crochet for baby, and Vanna White is no exception. She shows us 12 new designs with baby in mind: Cute striped sweaters for boys and girls, stuffed elephant and bear toys, giant stuffed letter and number blocks, and blankets are all easy to crochet and great for gift giving. Vanna also introduces us to Vanna's Choice Baby, a worsted weight, machine washable premium acrylic yarn that comes in up-to-date baby colors. Projects are A-B-C Baby Block, 1-2-3 Baby Block, Amigurumi Elephant, Amigurumi Bear with Sweater, Granny Square Blankie, Froggie Hooded Baby Blanket, 'Mint Chip' Booties, Shell Stitch Blanket, Mitered Magic Baby Blanket, Girls' Striped Cardigan, Boys' Striped Cardigan, and Circle to Square Baby Afghan.

Vanna's Choice: Heartfelt Gifts to Knit & Crochet, -Practical guidebook features 25 comforting afghans, scarves, hats, and slippers to make for babies, children, teens, anyone in need.