Teach Yourself VISUALLY Crochet

Looking for a visual way to get hooked on crochet? Look no further. If you yearn for the skills to practice this timeless craft, this easy–to–follow guide is for you! With new patterns and even more techniques explained step by step, this updated edition is your go–to guide for learning how to crochet. Packed with tons of visual instruction and fun, innovative patterns, it gives you the tools you need to create one–of–a–kind crochet projects that will add handmade flair to your home and wardrobe. Concise two–page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review Each skill or technique is defined and described Step–by–step instructions accompany each photo Detailed color photos demonstrate each step Helpful tips provide additional guidance

Chapter 1 Introduction to Crochet. Chapter 2 Getting Started and Basic Stitches. Chapter 3 Basic Techniques. Chapter 4 Stitch Variations. Chapter 5 Combining Stitches. Chapter 6 Follow a Pattern. Chapter 7 Stitch Patterns. Chapter 8 More Techniques. Chapter 9 Troubleshooting. Chapter 10 Final Details and Finishing. Chapter 11 Flowers, Shapes, and Creatures. Chapter 12 Blocks and Motifs. Chapter 13 Edgings. Chapter 14 Patterns.

CECILY KEIM is a crocheter, knitter, and pattern designer whose designs have been featured on the DIY channel′s Knitty Gritty and Uncommon Threads. KIM P. WERKER is the former editor of Interweave Crochet and founder of the Web site Crochet Me.