Crochet Books

101 Granny Squares - $27.00
Darla Sims. Mix and match these fabulous granny squares to create your own designs. 84pp. Pb.

150 Favourite Crochet Designs - $16.00
Mary Carolyn Waldrep. Classic heirloom-quality patterns for tablecloths, bedspreads, doilies, edgings, more. Complete list of materials, detailed instructions. 140 illustrations. Pb.

200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws and Afghans - $42.00
Jan Eaton. From Art Deco inspired geometric patterns to traditional checkerboard stripes and elaborate motifs, discover new ways to join together over 200 beautiful block designs. All stitches and techniques are clearly explained, from working in rows and in the round to joining blocks and making fringes. Various levels of difficulty,making the book suitable for both new and experienced crocheters. 128pp, Pb.

Amigurumi World - Seriously Cute Crochet - $36.00
Ana Paula Rimoli. Get hooked into the quirky world of Amigurumi! Crochet these irresistibly cute creatures. They are today's coolest craze in crochet. Over 20 projects are super quick to make. You need only basic crochet skills and small amounts of yarn. Funky designs include mommy and baby owls, hedgehogs, and penguins, plus silly crocheted treats like cupcakes and ice-cream cones. Find complete instructions for crocheting designs and adding facial features and other embellishments. 80pp. Pb.

Bead & Felted Tapestry Crochet - $29.00
Carol Ventura. This book stands alone and also supplements the author's "Tapestry Crochet" and "More Tapestry Crochet" books. It includes right-handed and left-handed crochet tutorials, and 167 colour illustrations and easy to understand instructions (without abbreviations) for purses, bracelets, earrings, and a hat. Seven projects are beaded, six are felted (in a washing machine), and three incorporate both techniques. Crocheted tightly with a small hook or loosely with a large hook, this book has it all! 64pp, Pb.

Blueprint Crochet: Modern Designs for the Visual Crocheter - $35.00
Robyn Chachula. Learn the universal symbol language of crochet and create gorgeous patterns with Blueprint Crochet, a graphical interpretation of contemporary designs made just for the visual crafter. Robyn Chachula, a structural engineer turned crochet designer who was influenced by the appeal of visual Japanese crochet patterns, creates patterns using a graphic treatment called symbol crochet. This graphic pattern treatment is for any crocheter who can understand maps better than verbal directions, illustrations better than verbal narratives, and 3-D drawings better than step-by-step instructions. 144pp. Pb.

Crochet Boxes and Bowls - $11.00
Nancy Nehring. Crochet Boxes & Bowls is a new release featuring 6 clever designs for your home or to give as gifts. Designs include: Pinwheel Travel Bowl, Grand Prix Box, Beaded Cylinder Box, Soft Center Bowl, Ruffled Bowl, and Granny Square Box. 15pp. Pb.

Crochet Scarves - $15.00
Candi Jensen. Features 15 original patterns to create bold, new looks. Using a popular array of wool, mohair, cotton, and novelty acrylic-blend yarns, these patterns are easily accessible to beginning crocheters, but sure to excite experienced crocheters as well. Scarves are the most popular item among needleworkers, and patterns such as Sparkle Plenty, Easy Argyle, Ripple Effect, and Skinny Minnie are sure to be popular additions to the repertoire. 96pp. Hb.

Crochet Squared - $19.00
Marsha Polk. From hobo bags and kimono style jackets, to baby sweaters and booties, Crochet Squared shares twenty-five stylish projects readers can make in no time flat. Based on simple squares, each project can be completed by even the most novice of crocheters, while advanced crafters will enjoy making the fun and funky projects. With advice on how to incorporate decorative effects with beads, fringe, and tassels, and includes a crocheting primer for beginners. 128pp. Pb.

Crocheted Socks! - $25.00
Janet Rehfeldt & Mary Jane Wood. If you thought handmade socks were just for knitters, think again! This wonderful collection of crocheted socks ranges in style from fun to fashionable. Learn how to crochet socks that mimic the luxurious look and feel of knitted socks. Sixteen sock patterns are each given in a variety of sizes for both women and men. These crochet patterns will knock your socks off! 64pp, Pb.

The Crocheter's Treasure Chest: 80 Classic Patterns for Tablecloths, Bedspreads, Doilies and Edgings - $17.00
Mary Carolyn Waldrep. Detailed step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations for 80 projects that add lovely accents to domestic items: elegant edgings, "Diamonds and Arrowheads" bedspread, "Enchantress" tablecloth, more. For crocheters at all levels. 80pp. Pb.

Crocheting In Plain English - $32.00
Maggie Righetti. Even if you've never held a crochet hook before, Maggie Righetti's sound instructions and encouragement will help you get started. If you're an experienced crocheter, you'll find dozens of tips for perfecting your techniques. This comprehensive, common sense guide covers virtually everything you need to know about crochet. Each technique is illustrated with drawings, charts, or photos. What's more, Righetti's light style makes the book fun to read. Pb.

Double Stitch: Designs For the Crochet Fashionista $32.00
Erika & Monika Simmons. Unleash your inner crochet fashionista with this collection of modern, stylish and sexy patterns by twin designers Monika and Erika Simmons. Inside are twenty-three innovative projects using simple form-fitting designs, playful color combinations and unique detailing in two different sections: Out and About featuring daytime T-shirt layering, and Paint the Town with evening looks for crochet. 128pp. Pb.

Easy Crochet Sweatshirt Trims - $4.00
Annie's Attic. Made with worsted and sport weight yarns, these trims work up quickly and are suitable for easy skill levels. 16pp. Pb.

Exciting Crochet: A Course in Broomstick and Tunisian Crochet - $24.00
Muriel Kent. Using these interesting and remarkably simple stitches, the reader will soon develop the necessary skills to follow a pattern or to create their own designs, assisted by the clear step-by-step line illustrations and tables of abbreviations and terms, and inspired by the colour photographs. The author uses her skill as a teacher to simplify the instructions to inspire confidence, to avoid the common pitfalls, and to make garments that fit. 128pp. Hb.

Fairy Tale Filet - $4.00
Harold Ferosa. 5 filet fairy tale projects to crochet. 13pp. Pb.

Freeform: Serendipitous Design Techniques for Knitting & Crochet (Scumbling) - $34.00
Prudence Mapstone. New revised edition, with more guidence on getting it all together, and more illustrations. In the new millennium knit designers have left the old tradition of knitting a row of stitches from one side of the garment to the other for little pieces of oddments of yarn worked up a small patch at a time into a garment or home accessory. This book will guide the knitter through this new, millennial method. Lots of inspiration. 88pp, Pb.

Freeform Knitting and Crochet - $43.00
Jenny Dowde. This book is packed with basic colour and design theory, creating knit and crochet fragments, 18 wonderful projects with instructions, plus special effects for your creations, polymer clay closures to create, a stitch collection, and finally a gallery of wearable art, jewelry and more. 160pp. Pb.

Freeformations - $43.00
Jenny Dowde. Her second book will take some of the mystery out of the freeform concept and give you lots of ideas for creating your own unique designs. 25 wonderful projects will put you well on your way to creating your own masterpieces and enjoying your creative journey. 192pp. Pb.

Hairpin Crochet - $25.00
Jules and Kaethe Kliot. So you've been studying lace techniques for ages and still need a challenge. You may have thought hairpin crochet was right up there with daisy looms (well sort of, but the quality of the piece is related to the skill of its creation.) Look through this collection of early 20th Century pattern books from Lacis. Another piece of the past of our fore mothers handiwork. 64pp, Pb.

Hairpin Crochet Made Easy - $9.00
Betty Franks. A small book packed with braids and variations, and ideas for projects. 35pp. Pb.

Handbags: Never Too Many - $18.00
Prudence Mapstone. A Guide to creating your own original handbag using freeform knitting and crochet. The latest in the Scumbling books from Prudence Mapstone. This one is all about bags. Building on ready made bags, as well as bags from scratch. Many interesting motifs. 51pp. Pb.

Hooked: A Crocheter's Stash of Wit and Wisdom - $27.00
Kari Cornell. Some learned to crochet at a grandmothers knee and now keep the faith. Others sought comfort in the craft during dark and troubling times. Others found in crocheting a way of making something that perfectly expresses the artist inside. Yet others, of course, needed a vest. How people came to crocheting, what they've made of it, what memories it has added to their lives, and what moments of insight and simple pleasure its brought them: these are the stories told here. A tribute to the age-old art, Hooked is embellished with charming illustrations from vintage pattern booklets. Among the contributors are Lily Chin, Jennifer Hansen, Karen Searle, Gwen Blakely Kinsler, Lela Nargi, Kay Dorn, Nilda Mesa, Deborah Robson, Annie Modesitt, and Linda Permann. 223pp. Hb.

Jenny's Bouquet: 1 Dozen Crocheted Flowers - $9.00
Jenny King. Another of Jenny King's small publications, sized to fit into your craft bag, allowing you to crochet anywhere. These booklets contain simple instructions and fabulous full colour illustrations. The flowers include pansy, gerbera, daisy, daffodil, gumnut, waratah, bougainvillea, hibiscus, and more. 42pp. Pb.

Kyuuto! Japanese Crafts Amigurumi - $27.00
Kyuuto! = Cute! Savvy crafters know that today's hippest designs hail from Japan. But it's near to impossible to find translated patterns. Or at least it used to be. Amigurumi features small knit and crocheted creatures so cute you could cry. This book enjoyed huge success on its home shores. The pages burst with quirky color photographs, step-by-step directions, and helpful technical illustrations. At last, the appeal of authentic Japanese content with the ease of English instruction. 88pp. Pb.

Learn to Crochet Socks - $16.00
Kathy Wesley. Features a great basic sock with the innovation of a crocheted shaped heel. Then comes ten whimisical variations of ruffles, ripples and decorative cuffs. 33pp. Pb.

More Tapestry Crochet - $49.00
Carol Ventura. Another foray into this realm of multi-colored figured crochet by this author is full of global ethnic examples and inspirations for contemporary crocheters. The crocheted caps and bags of other cultures are the stepping stones for todays crochet enthusiast to emulate. Instructions for left and right handed hookers, beading ideas, large tapestry, and several full-page, crochet graph papers for copying and designing on are good resources for practicing this crafts. 172pp, Pb.

The New Granny Square - $39.00
Susan M Cottrell. Today's granny squares aren't square...they're fashionable and stylish! Sometimes they're even round or shaped flowers. Your grandmother might not recognize the granny squares featured in these beautiful projects, but she'd love their transformation and you will too. From embellishments like crocheted butterflies that you can add to clothes, to stunning garments and accessories that are made entirely from granny squares, these fabulous projects will introduce you to a traditional craft that's been thoroughly updated! Hb.

Party Crochet - $19.00
Sue Whiting. Here is a range of 24 party pieces using glitzy yarns and lacy patterns, worked using simple, clearly explained stitches. Featuring a top and matching skirt, a pink fur jacket and a poncho. Crocheted accessories are also included, such as a corsage, a cuff bracelet and an evening bag. 128pp. Hb.

Single Crochet For Beginners - $19.00
Cindy Crandall-Frazier. This book is an excellent tool to teach yourself how to crochet, or for experienced crocheters to teach children to crochet, with projects like tassels, pompoms and yarn dolls to get kids started working with yarn. There is excellent advice on hooks and yarn, and color and fiber, as well as simple, classic projects that make this a lifelong resource. Readers will start by learning to apply the basics to their projects and move to more complex work, with the new techniques added as they need to be incorporated into a project. Each project increases in difficulty. Extra attention is paid to working both back and forth in the round and in continuous rounds to make tubes, as well as one way to work flat rounds -- all of which are especially useful for beginners who are potential designers. The 26 projects offer crocheters a variety of applications for their new skills, from square mats to mittens and hats. 128pp. Pb.

Slip Stitch Caps - $12.00
Annie's Attic. These stocking caps look like they are knitted, but actually they are crocheted! They are worked in slip stitch which produces a fabric that looks and stretches like 1 x 1 knit ribbing. There is one main difference in the construction of these caps versus knitted caps. Crocheted caps worked up and down in rows while knitted caps are worked in the round. Because these caps are so stretchy, one size will fit a range of heads sizes. 16pp. Pb.

Tapestry Crochet - $30.00
Carol Norton. Tapestry crochet, also known as "Jacquard" or "Mosaic" crochet, is a multi-color crochet technique. It can be used to make unique and sturdy clothing accessories, baskets and tapestries. It differs from ordinary crochet in its texture, tension, and method of working color patterns without floats on the back. The basics of the technique are clearly explained and diagrammed. Ten projects are provided for practice. Illustrated. 108pp, Pb.

The Tartan Rug: Crocheted in 8 Ply - $9.00
Jenny King. This author has designed, written and self-published several great crochet pattern books including this one. They are ideal for the beginner and contain simple instructions and fabulous colour illustrations, and are of a size to fit in your craft bag. This one has crochet instructions in both British and USA terms, and 20 patterns for Tartans, including Australian, Buchanan, Douglas, Wallace, Stewart and more. 20pp. Pb.

Tunisian Around the Home - $12.00
Kim Guzman. Bring the contemporary beauty of Tunisian crohet to your home decor with 13 exciting designs! 32pp. Pb.

Ultimate Book of Pot Holders - $15.00
Annie's Attic. 27 fun designs stitched in an assortment of yarns to decorate the kitchen and protect hands, tables and counter tops. These designs work up in a jiffy and offer a variety of stitches and techniques. 30pp. Pb.

Vogue Knitting: Crocheted Scarves - $19.00
Although lively colors add much to this book which is part of the Vogue Knitting "On the Go" series, it's the inventive use of traditional stitches put together in fresh, new ways that sets this book apart. Taking the basic rectangular (or triangular) shape, the designers have come up with elegant finishing touches beside the usual fringe ends to give projects that "Vogue" look. Some scarves are clearly functional and quick to make while others are more elaborate and intended as a fashion accent. Pocket-size format. 88pp. Hb.

Vogue Knitting: Crocheted Shawls - $19.00
Continuing the tradition of the bestselling Knitting On the Go series, this book features innovative patterns that crocheters of all skill levels will want to snap up and take everywhere. Well-known designers (including Sasha Kagan and Candi Jensen) have contributed their beautiful work to the collection, and the styles range from a simple kerchief-shaped shawl suitable for a beginner to popular motifs such as granny squares and florals to a more advanced shawl with interlocking circles. There’s also a Broomstick Lace Shawl in sky-blue alpaca silk, a Deco-Ribbon Antimacassar Shawl in tulip, a Chunky Bobble-icious Wrap, and a colorful Mondrian-inspired Shawl. Every one would make a perfect project…and a perfect gift. 91pp. Hb.

Way To Crochet - $19.00
This book makes crocheting way too fun, and way too easy! Kids! They watch TV, they play video games, they listen to music. So unproductive. Way to Crochet! offers a great way to harness that boundless kid energy — crocheting. Easier to learn than knitting, it’s perfect for young people who want to try something new. A basic introduction to materials, tools, and stitches shows how to get started. Then it’s time to try twenty fun, cool projects: bracelets for best friends, a cuddly pet blanket, shoelaces, rings, little purses, trendy scarves, and more, all made with inexpensive, easy-to-find, machine-washable yarns. Each project has been designed by star author Sherri Haab for maximum kid appeal. Age-appropriate text, clear directions, step-by-step photos — it’s all here. Bright photos of girls making and enjoying their projects will inspire readers to discover this great Way to Crochet! 112pp. Pb.

Weekend Crochet - $27.00
Weekend Crochet is the perfect book to transform a beginner crocheter into a devoted enthusiast. The book begins with fully illustrated sections of basic techniques. Once the reader is comfortable with the process, he/she can create projects, ranging from fashionable cover-ups and accessories to contemporary throws and pillows. Whether it’s a hippy-chic granny square scarf or a cuddly baby blanket, a textured pillow or evening jewellery, the projects in this weekend primer will offer a rewarding and stress-free crochet experience to keep first-timers inspired. Each project is accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions and a full-colour photograph to make the stitch process all the more enjoyable. 176pp. Hb.

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Rug Hooking

The Americana Collection Hooked Rugs - $15.00
Polly Miniok. Create charming rugs in the traditional Americana style with designs from one of today's leading rug-hooking artists! All you need to get started is a hook and strips of colorful wool. Choose from a dozen folk-art-style rugs that spotlight flags, Uncle Sam's hat, and a vintage bicycle. Learn all you need to know about hooking rugs with complete step-by-step how-tos, plus lush styled photos that offer decorating ideas. The book includes Polly's personal journal entries, where she reveals her thoughts about designing, teaching, and connecting with other rug hookers on the road. 80pp. Pb.

Hook Loop 'N' Lock - $35.00
Theresa Pulido. Go "loopy" for locker hooking - a fun, easy-to-learn method for turning strips of fabric or yarn into fabulous home decor, stylish fashion accessories and one-of-a-kind gifts. In this book, traditional locker hooking breaks out of its homespun country image, showing that it can be bold, modern, wild, whimsical ... whatever you want it to be! You'll be "hooked" once you see the fabulous projects inside - from super-simple candy-stripe coasters and funky placemats, to retro-chic bags, exquisite luminaries and custom cozies for your cell phone, digital camera or mp3 player.

How To Make Hand-Hooked Rag Rugs - $19.00
Ann Davies. Fabric remnants, discarded clothing or specially chosen material can be hooked on to canvas to create wonderful rugs, wallhangings and cushions. 48pp. Pb.

Locker Hooking: An American Perspective - $19.00
Marilyn Livingston. This is a clear, informative book about locker hooking with detailed, easy-to-follow instructions. Filled with both line drawings and photographs this book meets the beginners need for an instruction manual. However, Livingston takes it beyond the basic text. She includes patterns, inspirations, and ideas from actual artists of the craft to help you to create your own beautiful and unique heirloom. 66pp. Pb.

Wool Rug Hooking - $19.00
Tara Darr. 30 gorgeously illustrated projects bring contemporary spin to traditional rug hooking. Readers will learn how to dye their own wool for use in their projects, as well as the basics of selecting fabric and rug hooking techniques, so they can easily move on to the step-by-step instructions for creating each project. This book goes beyond just rug hooking to include a variety of projects, including pillows, garment embellishments, footstools and hot pads. Full-size patterns and step-by-step illustrations are included for each project. A special section shows readers how to create their own patterns and work from designs that inspire them. 128pp. Pb.