Crochet Patterns For Dummies

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Would you like to learn to crochet? Already know the basics but would like to stretch your crocheting skills? From scarves & sweaters to hats & handbags you can create beautiful useful designs with ease using Crochet Patterns For Dummies. From choosing the right hooks & yarn & crocheting basic stitches to joining pieces together this easy-to-follow guide will have you hooked in no time. Our hands-on workbook gets you crocheting fashionable fun designs in a focused step-by-step manner. You get a review of the basic stitches & stitch combinations along with a concise appendix containing easy-to-follow instructions for working these stitches. You'll find plenty of tips on changing colors & adding shape to your projects. Plus you get full-color photos of every project-from potholders to afghans belts to table runners skirts to vests & much more. You'll also discover how to:* Decipher crochet lingo* Make a gauge swatch read a pattern & understand garment sizing* Work with the most common stitches & stitch patterns* Crochet in the round or with color* Shape a design through increasing or decreasing stitches* Use new techniques like felting & working with wire* Crochet pictures & words using the filet crochet technique There are also quick-&-easy designs that are great for kids to make as well as handy hints on caring for your finished items. Featuring more than 50 fantastic patterns perfect for beginners or those wanting to take their skills to the next level Crochet Patterns For Dummies is your one-stop guide to crocheting success!