Cynthia Welsh has been knitting for over 30 years and in her new book, Learn How to Knit in Just One Day; Learn the Basics of Knitting and Create Your First Project in One Day, Cynthia shares her expertise and experience to help you learn how to knit. With the techniques and tips in this book you will be able to knit your very first project in just one day. Written for the absolute beginner this book takes you from learning about yarn and equipment, learning basic stitches and how to read patterns, to knitting up your very first project. If you've ever wanted to learn how to crochet, Learn How to Crochet in One Day; Learn the Basics of Crochet and Make Your First Project in One Day by Cynthia Welsh, is the book you've been looking for. Cynthia Welsh is a master of crochet and has been crocheting for over 30 years. She brings her expertise and knowledge of crochet to you in this book that will teach you how to crochet and completing your first project in just one day.

Cynthia Welsh has been knitting for over 30 years and in her new book, Learn How to Knit in Just One Day; Learn the Basics of Knitting and Create Your First Project in One Day, Cynthia shares her expertise and experience to help you learn how to knit. With the techniques and tips in this book you will be able to knit your very first project in just one day. Written for the absolute beginner this book takes you from learning about yarn and equipment, learning basic stitches and how to read patterns, to knitting up your very first project.If you've ever wanted to learn how to crochet, Learn How to Crochet in One Day; Learn the Basics of Crochet and Make Your First Project in One Day by Cynthia Welsh, is the book you've been looking for. Cynthia Welsh is a master of crochet and has been crocheting for over 30 years. She brings her expertise and knowledge of crochet to you in this book that will teach you how to crochet and completing your first project in just one day.

If you've ever wanted to learn how to crochet, Learn How to Crochet in One Day; Learn the Basics of Crochet and Make Your First Project in One Day by Cynthia Welsh, is the book you've been looking for. Cynthia Welsh is a master of crochet and has been crocheting for over 30 years. She brings her expertise and knowledge of crochet to you in this book that will teach you how to crochet and completing your first project in just one day. In this book Cynthia teaches you about yarn, crochet equipment, basic stitches, a few fun stitches, how to read a yarn label, and how to read and work a pattern. You will learn: -All about yarn and hooks -How to start a foundation chain -How to crochet in the round -Single crochet stitch -Double crochet stitch -Half Double crochet stitch -Treble crochet stitch -Shell stitch -Cluster stitch -Puff stitch -All about gauge swatches and why they are important -How to change colors effortlessly -How to weave in tails securely -How to sew a seam correctly Cynthia has included lot of clear images to help you learn to crochet in no time. With her clear instructions and helpful hints your first project will be completed by the time you finish this book. She also includes two more original patterns to help you practice your skills. Complete a striped cup/glass cozy, multi-colored coaster, and a two color dishcloth with the lessons learned in this book. Cynthia also shares helpful links to websites to help you learn even more skills and find free patterns and resources. Written for absolute beginners Learn How to Crochet in One Day; Learn the Basics of Crochet and Make Your First Project in One Day is your first step to learning the wonderful craft of crochet. Get your copy today!

Written for the absolute beginner this book takes you from learning about yarn and equipment, learning basic stitches and how to read patterns, to knitting up your very first project.

In her latest book, Essential Crochet Stitches and Techniques; Learn How to Crochet Basic Stitches and Techniques, Cynthia Welsh teaches you basic crochet stitches and techniques to get you started in the art of crochet. First she starts with a tutorial on hooks and yarn. She also shares information about yarn fibers and blocking. With clear step-by-step instructions and lots of images Cynthia guides you from picking up a crochet hook for the first time to crocheting your first project. You will learn the following basic stitches: -Chain stitch -Single crochet stitch -Double crochet stitch -Half double crochet stitch -Treble stitch -Slip Stitch -Increases and Decreases Not only does Cynthia guide you through the basic stitches but she also includes instructions on fun stitches for the beginner. -Shell stitch -Cluster stitch -Bobble or Puff Stitch -Spike or long double crochet stitch -Crab or reverse single crochet stitch Crochet abbreviations are explained and a table for common abbreviations as well as a table to translate UK terms to US terms is included. Cynthia guides you through reading patterns and she includes three patterns for you to try. As a bonus she includes a Resource section with links to helpful sites and free patterns. She also includes a table of measurements to help you customize hat sizes. This book is a complete resource for the absolute beginner. Filled with tips and clear instructions you will crocheting in no time with this book. Don't miss out on your copy. Get this comprehensive crochet instruction book today. It is sure to become a valuable resource in your crochet library.

The ultimate Japanese knitting and crochet stitch bible--now available for English-speaking crafters! 1000 Japanese Knitting & Crochet Stitches is a treasure trove of needlecraft patterns and motifs for experienced knitters and crocheters seeking to create and better understand the infinite variety of their craft. This Japanese reference work is beloved by knitters the world over, and the English version will allow even more crafters to enjoy these techniques. This dictionary includes 700 original knitting stitch patterns and 300 original crochet patterns that have inspired many modern Japanese knitwear designs. You'll find classic lacy, cable, Aran, Fair Isle, Nordic, ethnic patterns; geometric, botanical and animal motifs; and so much more. This one-stop reference has detailed stitch diagrams showing how to execute over 60 different knitting stitches and over 40 different crochet stitches. Each pattern is charted with a delineation of the pattern repeat. Like Tuttle's other bestselling Japanese knitting dictionaries--including Hitomi Shida's Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible—this one includes an introduction by Japanese knitting guru Gayle Roehm, which helps those who are new to Japanese knitting navigate the differences between the Japanese and Western styles of knitting and crochet.

The autobiography of seamstress Nancy Zieman.