Complete crochet handbook / Eveline Hetty-Burkart, Beate Hilbig, and Béatrice Simon.

Hetty-Burkart, Eveline, (author.). Hilbig, Beate, (author.). Simon, Beatrice, (author.).

Summary:

"This comprehensive reference work filled with photos and step-by-step instructions is the perfect companion for beginner and advanced crocheters alike. From making your first stitch and learning basic techniques to complex stitch patterns and specialized skills--such as Tunisian crochet, Irish lace, color work of all sorts, and other exciting ways to crochet--this book is the ultimate guide for every crochet enthusiast! Mystified by crochet charts or baffled by the "code" of written pattern instructions? This book will teach you to read and work from charts and patterns with ease. You'll also learn traditional techniques such as working in rows and rounds, cables and post stitches, lace, and filet crochet. Specific patterns for granny squares and basic socks, hats, and mittens are also included, as well as a section of stitches for inspiration. More than 1,100 photos and illustrations, helpful tables, great tips, and 100 FAQs complete your education. A comprehensive index makes it easy to find whatever you need. The Complete Crochet Handbook covers it all!"-- Back cover.

Record details

ISBN: 0811772012
ISBN: 9780811772013
Physical Description: 364 pages : color illustrations, color photographs ; 28 cm
Edition: First edition
Publisher: Essex, Connecticut : Stackpole Books, [2021]
Copyright: ©2021

Content descriptions

General Note:

Includes index.

"The original German edition was published as Häkeln - Das Standardverk."--Title page verso.

"The only crochet reference you'll ever need!"--Front cover.

"Step-by-step instructions for beginners - How to work with multiple colors - Tunisian crochet - How to read crochet charts - Motifs, lace, edgings, and borders - Granny squares - Double-sided crochet - Filet crochet - How to make socks, hats, and mittens - so much more!

Formatted Contents Note:

Yarn, hooks, notions. Yarn and fiber ; Always the right hook ; Useful notions ; Organizing yarn stash and crochet projects -- Crochet stitches and techniques. Before you begin ; Stitches ; Modifying stitches by inserting the hook a different way ; Special stitches ; Basic techniques ; Crocheting in rows ; Crocheting in rounds ; Joining new working yarn ; Finishing off -- Shaped to perfection. Understanding crochet patterns ; Body measurements and crochet patterns ; Increases and decreases ; Shaping garments ; Flat motifs ; Three-dimensional shapes ; Closures and pockets -- Finishing touches. Joining crocheted pieces ; Decorative edgings ; Borders, edgings, and bands ; Decorative elements ; Care and finishing -- Hats, socks, and mittens. Crocheting socks ; Crocheting mittens ; Crocheting hats -- Creative crochet. Crocheting in color ; Tunisian crochet ; Filet crochet ; Double-sided crochet ; Knooking ; Slip stitch crochet ; Irish crochet ; Hairpin lace crochet ; Bruges crochet ; Loop stitch crochet ; Crocheted lace ; Beads and sequins ; Left-handed crochet ; Crochet and felting ; Crocheting with non-traditional materials ; Granny squares -- Stitch patterns. Textured patterns ; Lace patterns ; Granny squares ; Tunisian patterns ; Colorwork patterns -- Resources. Stitch keys, tables, and abbreviations ; FAQs.