Stacey Trock, author of Cuddly Crochet , presents a terrific new collection of cuddly stuffies. Find animals from every continent and the sea, all made with earth-friendly yarns. Discover fun facts about the yarns and regions. Create a moose, panda, penguin, alpaca, snake, fish, and a few surprisesTurn fibers such as soy, bamboo, organic cotton, and undyed wool into child-friendly toysGet basic info on crochet as well as stuffed-animal assembl ...
From pretty in pink to beautiful in blue, babies everywhere will look adorable in these projects! Choose from more than 20 sweaters, booties, and hats in sizes from 6 to 18 monthsCrochet blankets and wearables for boys and girls with affordable, easy-care fibersDrop this book into your crochet bag and go–the compact size makes it perfect for take-along projects ...
Looking for a great gift for a special youngster? Choose from 10 adorable stuffed animals and pair them with 10 practical items such as blankets, hats, and bibs for the perfect baby-gift combo. How about a kissable koala wrapped in a blanket–or a huggable mouse paired with a baby's bib! Each toy–including a cool truck–is the perfect size to be carried and cuddled by toddlers. With patterns just right for the novice, this book offers plenty ...
Charlene Schurch and Beth Parrott invite knitters to stay close-knit using patterns from sock clubs everywhere! In today's knitting community, socks are hot–they're small, inexpensive, quick to finish, and completely portable. With this collection of 23 patterns, knitters of all skill levels will find something to tickle them down to their (sock-covered) toes! Discover unique patterns from local and Internet yarn stores as well as ind ...
Turn simple lines into fabulous designs! Start with basic loops, ovals, diamonds, triangles, and other familiar shapes and pair them in unique combinations to create dozens of block-based designs. Step-by-step instructions, practice exercises, and loads of hints and tips make it easy to achieve great results. Now you can create your own quilting designs–they don't have to be complicated or intricate to be effective! ...
Adorn yourself with the exquisite textures, lacy patterns, and glorious colors of nature. Find 20 captivating wraps, shawls, and scarves in flattering styles ranging from casual accessories to elegant evening wear. The patterns display basic shapes and plenty of variety–ideal for confident beginners as well as experienced knitters. Requiring little or no finishing, projects such as Dragonfly, Snowdrift, Waterfall, Cocoon, and Supernova invite kn ...
Why knit one sock and then start all over again to make a match? Instead, knit two socks at the same time on two circular needles! With this creative approach, you can slip a sock on each foot as soon as you bind off. Get off to a great start with one basic sock pattern; then experiment with seven more designs Make cuffs, feet, and toes match exactly from sock to sock; no more measuring as you go Discover how easy it is to convert any sock patt ...
Immerse yourself in comfort and beauty with this varied assortment of fun-to-knit throws. Get a value-packed collection of 20 appealing knitted throw patterns Have your choice of styles ranging from cute baby afghans to elegant lace designs–perfect gifts for teens, tweens, women, and men Stitch stunning projects featuring fibers from Lion Brand Yarn, Cascade Yarns, Plymouth Yarn Company, Brown Sheep Company, and other popular brands ...
In this amazingly diverse collection, a bevy of talented quilting bloggers present appealing baby-quilt designs for sewists and quilters of all skill levels. Designers include Amy Smart, Audrie Bidwell, Carolyn Friedlander, Carrie Bloomston, Dana Bolyard, Jake Finch, Jen Eskridge, Lindsey Rhodes, Melissa Corry, Pippa Eccles Armbrester, Sarah Flynn, Shea Henderson, and Victoria Findlay Wolfe. Showcase bright, bold solids and modern fabrics–perfe ...
