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Complete Croquet: A Guide to Skills, Tactics and Strategy

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This is a book about creating crochet people. It’s not an official guide as to how to produce specific people, but if the sample people look familiar, there’s a good reason (I see you, Frida Kahlo). The idea is that you can use the instructions given to create any person you want—create your kids, your best friend, your book club buddies, your favorite book characters, or even make a likeness of your favorite author for the next time you see them at your local book store. You know, if that’s your thing. Edward’s Menagerie: Over 40 Soft and Snuggly Toy Animal Crochetby Kerry Lord Kerry Lord has a whole line of amigurumi books covering a whole range of different animals, including books that focus specifically on dogs and birds. There’s one on human dolls, and another on imaginary creatures. There’s a little bit of everything, and she makes it all fun and accessible to a whole range of crocheters—and most titles are available in French and/or German, too! Amigurumi Fairy Tales: Crochet Your Own Enchanted Forest by Tessa Van Riet-Ernst Besides the stitch dictionary, you’ll also find tips and instructions for other basic crochet skills, such as color changes and fastening off. Here’s another fantastic guide for beginners looking to expand their stitch vocabulary. This book breaks down each stitch with easy-to-read instructions, colored photos, and simple diagrams. The first is " Rules of Thumb" - general things to do or avoid from ' joining up in the middle of the lawn' to ' avoid making your last hoop off partner ball', and much more. Some of the advice will go against general coaching, e.g. don't run hoops to length, and there is one " never!" (Really never!!!!!) Mostly it identifies weak and strong tactical moves.

Part of the Know the Game series it is firmly established as the definitive introduction to a wide range of sports and games. Written by the experts, you can be sure that they contain everything you need to know to take part. Newly updated with a fresh design and brand-new photography that shows the stitches with gorgeous clarity. Learn how to read patterns so you can go from novice to expert crocheter in no time! Do croquet balls get significantly bigger on a hot day? Some certainly get hotter than others. Two papers cover the topic: If you’re someone who finds joy in giving homemade gifts, Handmade Hugs is a treasure trove of ideas. Modern Crochet Sweaters: 20 Chic Designs for Everyday Wear – Myska

If you enjoy a touch of whimsy in your projects, you’ll love this one. It’s filled with creative, charming patterns that are just too adorable to resist. A popular method of making crochet book sleeves is with a granny square stitched to make an envelope shape. We've put together a step-by-step video tutorial taking you through how to make a cute book sleeve using a granny square. Newly updated with a fresh design and six new projects,The Crochet Bookis both a perfect guide for beginners and an invaluable resource for more practised crocheters.

If you love experimenting with stitches and want to design your own patterns one day, I’d definitely recommend Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary! Melissa Leapman’s Indispensable Stitch Collection for Crocheters: 200 Stitch Patterns in Words and Symbols – Leapman

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I also love how the book includes tutorials for other crochet techniques – not just Tunisian crochet. If you’ve ever felt confused about making a gauge swatch, creating pom poms and tassels, stitching on crochet fabric, etc., you’ll love the helpful explanations right here in this book! If you love cute, tiny crochet projects as much as I do, these amigurumi books are going to steal your heart. When it comes to crochet books there are a lot to choose from, you can opt for general crochet projects, crochet granny square blankets, crochet garments, crochet food and even specialised types of crochet like Tunisian crochet and amigurumi, which you can find out more about in our interview with Vincent Green-Hite, author of the new book Knot Bad Amigurumi. This book combines two of my favorite things – food and crochet! From avocados to hot dogs, these crochet food patterns are just too delicious to pass up.

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