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LA3860 Touchable Texture Afghans		QTY:
	Are you tired of making the same old afghans? Then you will love these innovative new designs, created by the talented Barbara Shaffer. These elegant afghans beg to be touched, as they are made with stitches that create dimension and texture. If you are not familiar with texture crochet stitches, such as bobbles and popcorns and post stitches, you’ll want to make them an important part of your work after making these unusual afghans. 7 afghans to crochet using worsted weight yarn and a size I (5.50 mm) hook: Whirling Wheels, Frankly Filet, Richly Red, Light and Lacy, Dream Maker, Blue Heaven, and Gold Standard. 32 pages.

LA3888 Perfect Patches		QTY:
	By Annis Clapp - Some wonderful kids you know are going to love these patchwork-inspired afghans, but you may be surprised by how much fun you'll have crocheting each design! The five playful throws are all created with easy granny squares and granny square variations; some "grannies" are worked in two colours, giving them the appearance of quilters' half-square triangles. A full-colour assembly diagram for each afghan makes putting all the patchwork “blocks” together a snap. 5 crochet designs, Butterfly Patch; Big Wheels (trucks); Starlight Starbright; Twirly Birds; and Ships at Sea. All are Easy skill level. Butterfly Patch is made using lightweight yarn and a size G hook; the others use medium weight yarn and a size H hook. 24 pages.

LA3845 Dynamic Designs		QTY:
	Eye-catching geometric patterns in today's hottest home décor colors characterize 8 dynamic crochet afghans Designed for intermediate skill level, each is made using worsted weight yarn and a size H (5.00 mm) hook. Projects include Diagonal Stair Steps Afghan, Greek Key Afghan, Interlocked Stripes Afghan, Neutral Stripes Afghan, Ribbon Stripes Afghan, Shadow Stripes Afghan, Tile Afghan, and Interlocked Keys Afghan. 20 pages

LA4422 Afghans for All Reasons/All Seaso		QTY:
	** This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. Surveys show that crocheters make more afghans than any other type of project. 39 crochet afghans selected by Jean Leinhauser and Rita Weiss: Afghans for All Seasons has 13 designs themed by color and weight for the changing seasons; Afghans for All Reasons has 12 designs for birthdays, holidays, weddings, and charitable causes; and Afghans for Special People has 14 choices for friends and relatives and even the family pet. Designs include filet, round baby shawls, tricot, samplers, mile – a – minute, some with motifs, and an interesting round rug in tapestry crochet with cats. 128 pages.

LA4599 The Story of Homespun		QTY:
	One of the first specialty yarns offered to the mass market, Lion Brand's Homespun® intrigued crocheters from the start with its unique texture and rich blended colorways. Stitchers are also amazed at how fast the lovely, lofty, easy-care bulky weight yarn works up into stunning afghans and garments. This book showcases 9 painterly afghans to crochet, photographed in the historic American mill where Homespun is produced. The photos and story reveal the "magic" behind Homespun, taking you through the steps of how the yarn is made and introducing you to its rich history. Nine afghans to crochet: Modern Edge; Classic Elegance; Rustic Squares; Radiant Ripple; Stripey Quilt; Colorful Wheels; Pennant Flag; Roundabout; and Falling Leaves. 44 pages

877537 Single Crochet from A-Z Sampler		QTY:
	From Ambidextrous to Zig Zag, each block in this gorgeous afghan and matching pillow is made with a variation of the basic double crochet stitch. 26 blocks in all. Made from worsted weight yarn. Squares are 6.5”. Who would have thought that with double crochet you could achieve so many lovely squares. Repeat the block and make a beautiful afghan or make all 26 different blocks into a sampler afghan. 32 pages.

841001 Pineapple Afghans		QTY:
	Surround yourself with pleasure and warmth as you crochet these 6 afghans using worsted weight yarn. All have a pineapple theme. There is a pretty floral one with a pineapple edge. All but one are motifs or strips. Great if you need to take small pieces of crochet with you. Digest-size patterns. 12 pages.

876558 Favorite Throws & Table Toppers		QTY:
	** This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. A treasury of beautiful designs to dress up your home! Crocheters who are hooked on creating cozy throws and delicate table pieces will delight in this collection of one-of-a-kind crochet projects, chosen especially for their eye-catching beauty and design. Collections in this book include Fabulous Florals, Pretty Pineapples, Fancy Filet, Tempting Textures, Happy Holidays and Bits & Pieces. Included in this book are the sort after "hats" afghan, rose lattice doily, Tunisian floral throw and a beautiful bargello throw. This delightful collection of favourite throws and table toppers is sure to inspire you with many wonderful choices to crochet a variety of treasured gifts for yourself or those you love. A must have book. 304 pages. Click here to view index for this book

878523 Lisa's Cable Afghans & Throws		QTY:
	Until now, "crocheted cables" and "easy" were a contradiction in terms. But with this amazing new technique, you will be able to create intricate, textured cables with ease! Instructions included to make any of these 5 beautiful designs for a baby-size, throw-size or full-size afghan. Made using worsted-weight yarn.

MCPA647 Vintage Popcorn Granny Afghan Pa		QTY:
	by Maggie Weldon. Pretty afghan approx 46" x 64" (115 x 160cm) using textured popcorn stitch.