Learn To Crochet

by Sally Harding (editor), John Heseltine (Photographer)

Crochet is back in fashion, a favorite with today's up-and-coming textile designers. That's why so many people want to learn its simple, textural, and attractive stitches. From choosing yarns and hooks to making a loop and foundation chain, from doing simple edgings to working in rounds, would-be crocheters will find all the basics of the craft right here. Holding the hook, checking the gauge, reading standard patterns, stitching filet crochet--everything is covered in great detail with full-page photos and close-up drawings. The projects begin with an easy pot-holder and progress to blankets for babies and adults; striped and scalloped cushions, scarves, purses, and Christmas decorations.

Genres: Crafts, Crochet, Nonfiction

80 pages, Paperback

First published June 9, 2005

Reviews

[Carol · Rating 3 out of 5]

I knew how to crochet a single chain, but had trouble figuring out to build off from that. This book has pretty good diagrams and explained that one needs to create "turning chains" which clarified things a whole bunch for me.

[Josie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting book, with some really nice patterns.

For a beginner it might now be the best. Very easy to be overwhelmed in the first few pages with the terminology. The photos are nice of the patterns provided withing the book.

[Danielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I picked this book up for those rare times where I find myself needing to know how to crochet. It is very helpful and I'm sure I will be getting more use out of it in the future.

[Maggie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am slowly teaching myself how to crochet, this book is great for beginners. The size and price are a bonus, too!

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good reference book.

[Cris · Rating 3 out of 5]

A really good introduction (or reference work). The illustrations are clear and helpful.

[Cindy · Rating 3 out of 5]

starting with a potholder.....