Handbook of Crochet Stitches
The Complete Illustrated Reference to Over 200 Stitches
Published on 14. September 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-1-84448-511-6 (ISBN)
Description
Over 200 crochet stitches are explained in full, each accompanied by a photographed sample, row-by-row instructions, and easy-to-follow symbol charts.
Additional chapters on basic techniques and materials, a stitch selector and a how-to-use section provide clear guidance for beginners and experts alike.
Additional chapters on basic techniques and materials, a stitch selector and a how-to-use section provide clear guidance for beginners and experts alike.
Reviews / Votes
Mar 10Betty Barnden is a famous knitting, crochet and embroidery expert, who has designed hundreds of patterns for Sirdar, Patons, Jaeger and other leading knitwear companies. You'll find every crochet stitch you could ever want inside her newest book. It's an essential guide for all crocheters, with each stitch explained in full, and a photo of a stitched sample, row-by-row instructions and easy to read charts. The book also introduces you to different yarns and tools. * Knit Today * Mar 10
Ideal for anyone who wants to invent their own patterns, this helpful little guide gives you over 200 illustrated stitch patterns to experiment with - from basic patterns to textured stitches, fans and shells, mesh and filet stitches, openwork and lace, spikes, relief stitches, trims, clusters, puffs and bobbles - and more! There are flower patterns and special stitches like overlaid steps and woven checks, too - all in all, an invaluable guide. * AllAboutYou.com *
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Tunbridge Wells
United Kingdom
Illustrations
240 Halftones, color
Dimensions
Height: 195 mm
Width: 146 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
448 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-84448-511-6 (9781844485116)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Betty Barnden is a freelance needlecraft designer who studied furniture design at the Royal College of Art (where she made her first tubular knitted chairs). Betty has designed knitting patterns for companies such as Sirdar, Patons, Jaeger and King Cole. Her knitwear, embroidery and crochet designs have appeared in many magazines over the years, and she has also designed embroidery projects and kits. Betty regularly contributes to Sewing World magazine.
Content
Includes a detailed introduction to yarns, hooks, accessories and basic crochet stitches
Illustrated throughout in colour with easy-to-use charts and samples
Suitable for crochet workers of all abilities
Illustrated throughout in colour with easy-to-use charts and samples
Suitable for crochet workers of all abilities