Crochet Patterns For Dummies

From scarves and sweaters to hats and handbags — create beautiful crochet designs with ease

Want to get a handle on crocheting? Know the basics, but don't know where to go from there? No problem! This hands-on workbook gets you crocheting useful, fashionable designs in a focused, step-by-step manner. From choosing the right hooks and yarn and crocheting basic stitches to changing color, shaping, and joining pieces together, this easy-to-follow guide will have you hooked in no time. Plus this friendly guide features full-color photos of every project and over 50 fantastic patterns perfect for beginners or those wanting to stretch their crocheting skills!

Discover how to:

• Make a gauge swatch, read a pattern, and understand garment sizing

• Work with the most commonstitches and stitch patterns

• Crochet in the round or with color

• Use new techniques like felting and working with wire

• Crochet pictures and words using the filet crochet technique