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Japanese Wonder Crochet: A Creative Approach to Classic Stitches by Nihon Vogue

Japanese Wonder Crochet is the first major Japanese crochet book to be translated into English. It introduces crafters outside Japan to the wonderful crotchet techniques and charts that are so popular within the country.

The book shows a creative approach to classic crochet stitches such as Aran, herringbone, Bavarian, waffle, crocodile, reversible crochet, and many more. In Japan, crochet work is often added to knitted garments; while you may choose to incorporate these techniques into your own knitting projects, Japanese crochet is a great pleasure in and of itself.

In this book, a swatch pattern is provided for each stitch which helps crocheters practice the mechanics of the stitch before applying them to larger projects. The personal and home accessory projects included provide something for every level of time commitment—from potholders and cup cozies to tote bags and blankets.

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Cosy Crochet Blankets to Snuggle Under by Ana Morais Soares

Designer Ana Morais Soares has a great passion for colors and blankets. In this book she presents fifteen colorful blanket projects, using different crochet techniques and styles. These patterns—a mix of simple and elaborate designs—will add color and creativity to your home. Blankets are crocheted using yarns in linen, wool, cotton, acrylic, and a mix of these compositions—in beautiful bright or soft colors.

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Sweet Crochet Friends: 16 Amigurumi to Make and Love!

Learn to make 16 gorgeous little stuffed toys! Each Sweet Crochet Friend has its own unique personality, with adaptable accessories! You’ll learn how to make these adorable little friends and more – Lily the Lamb, Cocola the Koala, Little Panda Peter, Titou the Tiger, Lulu Otter, Anna the Bunny Girl, Nana, and Little April. There are patterns to fit all skill levels from near beginners to advanced crocheters. Get your own copy from the affiliate links below.

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88 Crochet Stitch Dictionary – Including Chart Symbols!

This fantastic stitch dictionary from Kristen Omdahl brings you 88 crochet stitches – complete with stitch symbols and full glossary definitions! Crocheters of all skill levels will want to keep this handy resource around. Get your own copy from the affiliate links below.

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Unicorn Crochet: 50 Totally Cute Projects! by Katja Gradt

In this book you’ll find everything to make your heart skip a beat: fifty fantastic projects from the fabulous world of unicorns await you. Crochet fluffy woolen unicorn friends, glittery pink accessories, and much more. After reading this book, you’ll be able to create unicorns in all the colors of the rainbow!

For advanced crocheters, there are many exciting and magical projects, including a small challenge here and there. After all, unicorns are curious and fearless! Numerous small, extra-cute, and simple projects serve as an ideal introduction for beginners. With easy-to-follow instructions, this guide is perfect for fans of anything unicorn-related!

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Beginner’s Guide to Tunisian Crochet: with 10 modern projects for you and your home by Emma Guess

Tunisian crochet is a great way of producing stunningly creative textiles and Emma Guess shows you how in this book. Offering the perfect challenge for seasoned and new crocheters alike to learn a new skill, this book takes you from the absolute basics of Tunisian crochet, and progresses to demonstrate how to adapt your skills to create unique designs and textures.

There are three easy projects to put your new skills into practice, followed by ten stylish and modern projects made using the skills taught throughout the book. You can make a beautiful chunky blanket, a pair of mittens and a matching scarf, a stylish shoulder bag, a chevron cushion and more. Emma’s style is fun, exciting and instantly alluring and these sleek and sophisticated projects will complement your home and make lovely gifts.

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My Crochet Thread Christmas Balls by Edith Bloecher

A small crochet work makes a simple ball to a creative unique piece! Take simple coloured Christmas baubles with a diameter of 3 to 3.5 inches / 7 or 9 cm and fine crochet yarn strength 10 or 30 and make great unique pieces. Every ball looks great. Try it out. The patterns are not difficult to crochet and that you don’t have to crochet around the ball. But you should be able to crochet round. Together crocheted stitches, post stitch and picot are used and I explain it how to crochet them. Try crocheting these ball covers, it’s fun and quick. You can see how good the baubles look.

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Frosty the Snowman – There must be some magic in this Frosty crochet kit!

Adapted from the beloved holiday special Frosty the Snowman, this kit contains all the magic you need to create two of the characters—Frosty and his friend Karen—in amigurumi crochet figures! A 76-page instruction book also gives you step-by-step directions to make Hocus Pocus, Professor Hinkle, Santa Claus, a squirrel, reindeer, the train to the North Pole, and more! You’ll find yarn, a crochet hook, fiberfill stuffing, safety eye beads, felt, embroidery floss, and an embroidery needle inside, along with the wonder of the season. Just crochet the hat for Frosty’s head and begin to dance around!

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Everything Baby Crochet - 48 Hats, Booties, Blankets & More!

Crochet Stashbusters: 25 great ways to use up your yarn leftovers of one ball or less by Nicki Trench

For every crafter who has ever wondered how to use the odd ball of yarn left over from a previous project, the answer is here.

Now that more and more of us are buying online, there’s always a temptation to add one more ball to your basket than the pattern recommends, just in case you can’t get the same dye-lot at a later date. Or maybe you are one of the lucky ones who always seems to use slightly less yarn than you expected. And then there are the flash sales online, yarn shop events, or craft fairs, where piles of yarn at knockdown prices tempt you to buy without a particular project in mind, just because it’s there, it’s gorgeous, and it’s cheap. This collection of patterns from Nicki Trench is the answer to your prayers: 25 makes, small and not so small, which can either be made with one ball of yarn or less, or which use up small amounts of different colors in stripes, squares, or flowers. Many of the makes are ideal as gifts, including baby hats and bootees, toys, cozies, and bunting. There are also projects for the home, such as a stripy pillow cover, egg cozies, and mug warmers. There are also useful tips on choosing substitute yarns and checking your gauge.

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Harry Potter Crochet Kit by Lucy Collin

Create your own magic and conjure up these adorable figures of “the boy who lived” and his friends. All the spells you need to make amigurumi dolls of Harry Potter and Dobby are included: yarn, stuffing, needle and thread, safety eye beads, and the special magic wand crochet hook! A 76-page instruction book gives step-by-step directions to make ten more magical models, and the full-color photos will ensure your projects turn out completely enchanting.

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