{"product_id":"wallace-gromit-cracking-crochet-isbn-9781800921535","title":"Wallace \u0026 Gromit: Cracking Crochet","description":"\u003cb\u003e“Crack out the crochet, Lad!” and learn how to make the dynamic duo -- with costume changes -- then crochet a cast of supporting characters, including Wendolene Ramsbottom, Shaun the Sheep, Feathers McGraw and Piella Bakewell! 12 iconic characters in amigurumi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The official crochet book from the Oscar-winning creators of \u003ci\u003eWallace and Gromit\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Chicken Run\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShaun the Sheep\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eArthur Christmas\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eMorph!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake up your hook and with the expert guidance of crochet and amigurumi expert Sarah-Jane Hicks, recreate the wonderful world of Aardman Animations' beloved twosome, Wallace \u0026amp; Gromit and their friends and foes!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaking inspiration from the award-winning short films \u003ci\u003eA Grand Day Out\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Wrong Trousers\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eA Close Shave\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eA Matter of Loaf and Death\u003c\/i\u003e, you too can crochet not only 8 of the key characters from the films, and 'props' including the Cooker and rocket from A Grand Day Out, plus sheep from A Close Shave, but also the characters' accessories and costumes, including.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGromit's raincoat and sou'wester from \u003ci\u003eThe Wrong Trousers\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaun the Sheep's trademark woolly jumper (from \u003ci\u003eA Close Shave\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaster criminal Feathers McGraw's 'cunning disguise'...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSarah-Jane Hicks introduces the key crochet techniques required to make up the characters, then features the patterns required with images of the finished works, all elaborated with stills from the films they appear in.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatured characters include:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWallace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGromit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeathers McGraw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaun the Sheep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWendolene Ramsbottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiella Bakewell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreston the Cyberdog and \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluffles the Poodle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a short and sweet guide to crocheting popular characters from the niche British stop-motion cartoon, Wallace and Gromit. Crochet and amigurumi expert Hicks informs readers about the materials they’ll need and recommends stitches throughout the patterns. The book dives headfirst into 17 patterns that enable readers to create the various characters. The instructions for the recommended stitches are considerably short, so there is an assumed skill level already in place, but the step-by-step photos are quite helpful. Each project listing includes helpful tips for crocheters to consider before they begin, such as the right length to cut their yarn and specific directions for each piece of the character. The most important thing to be aware of, however, is that British terminology is used throughout the book and in relation to some of the projects. The end of the book contains a glossary of UK and U.S. crochet terms, but the book still may confuse some readers since it requires them to continuously refer to this section mid-project.  VERDICT This book includes delightful patterns, but it’s niche in topic and its UK terminology may hinder some readers’ ability to finish their projects.\"Sarah-Jane Hicks has always enjoyed crochet and crafting in her spare time. She was taught to crochet as a child by her mum and nan. Previously she worked as a tax adviser and is now a freelance crochet designer. She has had patterns published in various popular craft and crochet magazines. She has over 42K followers on her Instagram account: @flo_and_dot, and her blog can be seen at: floanddot.blogspot.com. Sarah-Jane lives in Norfolk in the UK.Create 12 iconic characters in amigurumi","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48233825960165,"sku":"NP9781800921535","price":23.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781800921535.jpg?v=1767743570","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/wallace-gromit-cracking-crochet-isbn-9781800921535","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}