Offers information about using the knook, a specialized crochet hook that creates true knitted fabric while the attached cord prevents dropped stitches.

Knooking is the quick and simple, new technique that uses a crochet hook to create a mesh-like structure with yarn that resembles a knitted fabric. Fun to do, knooking can be used to make almost anything you can think of. Easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions will guide you through everything you need to know about this simple technique. Learn how to make trendy accessories including hats, scarves, bags, mobile phone covers, and water bottle holders -- even sofa pillows! Knooking is easy to learn and perfect for beginners.

"Now you can knit with a crochet hook!"--Cover.

Stitch up a colorful kaleidoscope of crochet! Explore a lively twist on crocheted motifs as you shift through various shapes and color combinations. From the traditional granny square to more complex forms, these faceted motifs are the building blocks to creating unique and stunning designs. Crochet Kaleidoscope will help make your projects pop with the perfect mix of color in every stitch. Along with a collection of 100 fresh motifs, this book includes a complete guide to choosing yarn colors, what order to put them in, and how many to include. Plus, get five home decor and accessory patterns including a table runner, pillow, and rug from crochet designer and author Sandra Eng. You can shift shapes and shades to make the perfect piece for your home. Every turn of the crochet kaleidoscope allows you to get creative with color and apply your own unique personality to your crochet motifs.

Now kids can join the fun of learning to knit with the Knook, a specialized crochet hook from Leisure Arts that replaces traditional knitting needles. No more dropped stitches to chase after! A cord threaded through the Knook handle keeps them secure! The Beginner Set for Kids comes with 2 sizes of Knooks, 2 cords, a clip, 2 yarn needles, and a pocket-size instruction book. Knook sizes included are L-8 mm in pink and M-9 mm in purple, for using bulky and super bulky yarns. Cords are each 42 inches long (106.5 cm). How-To book is 32 pages, with step-by-step beginner instructions featuring photos for right-handed and left-handed stitchers. Book also includes beginner patterns for a scarf, fingerless texting mitts, and a hat. Free how-to videos and more patterns are available at LeisureArts' website.

Knitting for All: Kids Knit is a stylish and aspirational book containing age and stage appropriate knitting techniques and patterns. The projects enable children to learn the basics of knitting and start creating simple items very quickly. Kids Knit has beautiful photography, knitting jokes and activities and attractive illustrations. The start of each level contains photographed step-by-step tutorials covering new skills to make learning straightforward.