Get Started with Crochet : 25 Projects to Make: a Beginner's Guide to Making Blankets, Decorations and Accessories - Laura Strutt

DISCOVER the CREATIVE joy of crochet one stitch at a time with this inspiring collection of EASY, MODERN and COLOURFUL projects. Whether you've never picked up a hook or you've tried before and felt tangled in confusion, Get Started with Crochet is your friendly, confidence-boosting guide to mastering this timeless craft. Designed especially for beginners, there are 25 easy patterns from expert crocheter Laura Strutt to get you started, all designed in a fresh palette of brights, neutrals and variegated yarns. Build your confidence with comforting yet stylish shawls, vibrant blankets and cushions, charming gifts for babies and toddlers, and eye-catching pieces for your home and wardrobe. The in-depth techniques section will guide you through all the stitches, skills and techniques you will need. You'll learn how to do everything from basic double crochet stitches to increasing and decreasing, working in the round and in spirals, and changing colour. Crochet is more than a hobby; it's a relaxing, rewarding way to create something truly your own. With this guide, you'll gain not only a new skill, but the inspiration to keep stitching long after the last page.�Including a brand-new introduction from the author, Get Started with Crochet is a compilation of previously published favourites.