Offers instructions on basic stitches and techniques with 18 bead crochet projects, including purses, carrying cases, and a hat. Benson offers instructions on basic stitches and techniques.

With basic crochet skills and a supply of beads, you can assemble a stunning collection of bracelets, necklaces, and pins with these 32 projects.

Knitting and beading can blend. Projects include spool-knitted wire and bead jewelry, elegant purses highlighted with beaded fringes, and more.

This is the essential resource for tubular bead crochet including over 300 unique repeating patterns, multiple finishing techniques, guidelines for beads, threads, tools, and sizing. Basic stitching techniques are examined in great depth and detail, with dozens of graphics and photos to ensure your success in this lovely craft. Designer tips for troubleshooting are plentiful and well-organized. Learn the best methods for threading, choosing appropriate materials, and ultimately creating beautiful finished jewelry pieces from your crocheted tubes and combining multiple patterns into one piece. Ann Benson is an internationally acclaimed authority on bead crochet and has gathered her considerable knowledge into one complete reference work for all skill levels of bead crochet enthusiasts to enjoy for years to come.

Winner, Euler Book Prize, awarded by the Mathematical Association of America. With over 200 full color photographs, this non-traditional, tactile introduction to non-Euclidean geometries also covers early development of geometry and connections between geometry, art, nature, and sciences. For the crafter or would-be crafter, there are detailed instructions for how to crochet various geometric models and how to use them in explorations. New to the 2nd Edition; Daina Taimina discusses her own adventures with the hyperbolic planes as well as the experiences of some of her readers. Includes recent applications of hyperbolic geometry such as medicine, architecture, fashion & quantum computing.

Crochet Master Class presents 18 crochet techniques taught by some of the world’s best crochet designers and instructors. Each chapter focuses on a different technique, inviting you to dip in, experiment, and then apply your newfound skills to create a custom piece designed by these crochet luminaries. You’ll learn Hairpin Lace from Stitch Diva Jennifer Hansen, discover the intricate color work of tapestry crochet from Carol Ventura, and explore free-form crochet with renowned fiber artist Prudence Mapstone. Filled with expert instruction, inspiring stories, and projects created exclusively for this book, Crochet Master Class is your guide to the incredible range of crochet possibilities. Techniques include: Filet Crochet • Hairpin Lace • Tapestry Crochet • Aran Crochet • Entrelac Crochet • Fashion Crochet • Tunisian Crochet • Woven Crochet • Double-Ended Crochet • Tassels • Bullion Stitch • Overlay Crochet • Bead Crochet • Bruges Crochet • Painted Crochet • Free-Form Crochet • Irish Crochet • Wire Crochet