{"product_id":"crochet-patterns-for-dummies-isbn-9781394162048","title":"Crochet Patterns For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet hooked on crocheting with these fun and easy-to-follow patterns!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrocheting is fun, functional, and stress-relieving—get started today with \u003ci\u003eCrochet Patterns For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e! Written for all skill levels and perfect for beginners, it offers patterns that cover gift ideas, clothing, accessories, and beyond. You’ll love the full-color photos in the color insert and helpful, easy-to-understand instructions throughout. Even if you’ve never followed a written pattern before, you can crochet amazing designs with the practical, modern patterns inside. Put your skills into practice and create potholders, skirts, hats—you name it! This friendly guide will help you pick the right hooks and yarn, figure out how to read the patterns, step you through, and then finish your crocheted masterpieces. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSelect the right supplies for your projects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to read and follow crochet pattern\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractice working common stitches and create fun items\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake gifts for friends, clothing for yourself, and cold-weather wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed more practice? Want fun new ideas? Just getting started? All crocheters welcome! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Reinforcing Your Crochet Foundation 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Gearing Up and Getting Started 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Gauge and Garments: Sizing Facts and Figures 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Sum and Substance: Reading a Pattern 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Brushing Up on Stitch Basics 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Hook, Yarn, Action! Crocheting Simple Projects 53\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Working in the First Dimension 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Expanding and Diminishing Dimensions: Adding Shape 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Going in Circles: Crocheting in the Round 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Coloring It In 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Mixing It Up: A Few Changes Make a Dramatic Difference 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Putting Your Skills to the Test 105\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Seams Sew Easy: Joining Pieces Together 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Finding the Loopholes and Creative Combinations 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Sensational Sweaters 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Timeless Techniques: Using the Afghan Stitch and Filet Crochet 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Mixing Traditional Stitches with Contemporary Materials 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: The Part of Tens 179\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Nearly Ten Projects That Take an Hour or So 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Ten-Plus Tips for Caring for Your Crochet 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Ten Kid-Friendly Projects 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Appendixes 227\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: Crochet Stitches 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Yarn Supply Sources 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 253\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSusan Brittain\u003c\/b\u003e started crocheting at age 8. She held the position of Assistant Editor for \u003ci\u003eCrochet Fantasy\u003c\/i\u003e magazine for a little more than two years, contributing as a designer as well. She is also the coauthor of \u003ci\u003eCrocheting For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003eand continues to design new projects for various yarn companies.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrochet your way to some cool crafts\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGot the itch to crochet? \u003ci\u003eCrochet Patterns For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is chock full of—you guessed it—crochet patterns. These easy-to-follow instructions will have you hooking your way to scarves, purses, hats, and even scrunchies. If you haven’t been crocheting long, this friendly book will show you how to read the patterns, brush up your knowledge of stitches, and walk you through the process from start to finish. Plus, you get full-color photos and creative tips for taking your projects to the next level. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside… \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing the right yarn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSizing your garment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking with common stitches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncreasing and decreasing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull-color photographs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlaying with fun techniques\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdding beads and beyond\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKid-friendly patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989008236773,"sku":"NP9781394162048","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781394162048.jpg?v=1761782413","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/crochet-patterns-for-dummies-isbn-9781394162048","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}