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871037 Learn to Do Yo-Yo Crochet		QTY:
	by Wendy Harbaugh.  Another new technique to help that crocheted article come to life even faster.  Follow the simple instruction and colour pictures for the "how to" and then make blocks of circles that are linked as you go.  Such a clever idea will have you making a hat and shawl, rug of daisies, hot pad, carnival scarf, a rug and matching pillow of six sided motifs and placemats.  The combination of the colours is the secret of success of making something so simple a design in itself.  32 pages

871071 Learn to Free-form Crochet		QTY:
	by Margaret Hubert. Free form is like a painting. The hook is the brush and the yarn is the palette. It is a method of creating a fabric by using many stitches, in a variety of yarns, in a multidirectional manner. This book uses three methods - the template method, the lining method and the mesh method. Lots of helpful hints on the way. There are pages of ideas and patterns for motifs and shapes that would make ideal scrumbling pieces. Followed up with projects and step by step instructions to make a bag, stunning pillow, sweater, mesh vest, hat and scarf, the most brilliant necklace and the capelet shown on the front cover. 40 pages.

871103 Learn to Delta Lace Crochet		QTY:
	by Karen Whooley. Create beautiful patterns with this easy to learn triangular technique. Delta crochet refers to crochet fabric that is made using open work triangles. Create gorgeous apparel items and accessories. This technique can be worked side to side or in the round and there are no unsightly seam edges. There is a section on creating the delta lace and then patterns for a shawl, ladies topper, scull cap and scarf. Something new to try and the designs are open and quick. 16 pages.

871129 The Joy of Thread (Crochet World)		QTY:
	* This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. This Spring 2011 edition has 40 designs to celebrate the use of thread. 9 doilies of various shapes - some with flowers, pineapples, another beaded, filet ducks and gothic lattice. Smaller projects for quick presents that include a clock doily, eyeglass case, curtain tie backs, pineapple bowl, tassels beaded and plain, book marks, baby quilt, hanky blankie, fingerless gloves, bracelets, necklace, edges, christening set, napkin cover, daisy doily, runner, filet rose table cloth 56 x 78", garden trellis cloth, placemats, mile a minute baby afghan, angels, medallions and stars, outfits for the 5" itty dolls, Christmas tree and presents. All the bases covered here. 112 pages of ideas for the threadie.

SP8511 Handbook of Crochet Stitches		QTY:
	** This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. (British)  By Betty Barnden.  This edition has the same content as the 2004 The Crochet Stitch Bible. In this work, 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. This book details the basic crochet instructions and necessary tools to crochet, plus over 200 stitches photographed, written word and diagram instructions as well.  Great for a beginner and invaluable for the avid crocheter as a ready reckoner of stitches.  Explore stitches that are textured, fans and shells, mesh and filet, open work and lace, trims and edgings, clusters, puffs and bobbles, spikes, relief, Tunisian, broomstick, beads, multi coloured, shapes and motifs and other special stitches.  Abreviations and symbols in detail.  256 pages.

871128 Easy Living Crochet (Crochet - Spring 2011)		QTY:
	* This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. 60 + projects for quick summer stitching.  114 pages.  This Magazine ticks all the boxes with great projects for everyone.  The first project combines a granny square yoke on a filet bodice to create a lacy short sleeve cardigan, followed by a long sleeve picot shrug, tank top and matching belt, an evening shoulderette, capelet and pouch, lace wrap that can also be worn as a hip wrap, oversized scarf that doubles as a wrap, dressy mittens, lacy shawl, summer tote with daisies, cotton socks, colourful towel that doubles as a roll up tote, baby bikini, jewellery roll, lacy scarf with flower brooch, hemp beaded bag, book mark with violets, wire earrings, button necklace, corded necklace and bracelet, girls flower purse, animal pocket pouches for your cell phone, bath mitts, amigurumi animals, on the double shell baby shawl, baby rompers, papoose and hat, baby set, hexagon baby blanket, baby headbands, pacifier holder, lacy fans throw, place mats, glass cozies, candle mat, roses mat, and a very unusual woven shell table runner.  There is a lot of wow in here.

DV5723 - 150 Favorite Crochet Designs		QTY:
	** This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. Contains a wide assortment of crochet patterns for tablecloths, placemats, doilies, bedspreads, edges and doilies. Includes filet and motif designs. All patterns selected from thread company publications from 1920s to 1950s. Dover, 128 pages.

871108 - 50 Ripple Stitches		QTY:
	by Darla Sims.  You can choose your yarn weight and hook size for any of these 50 crochet ripple stitch patterns by Darla Sims that are perfect for baby blankets, throws or afghans.  Designs range from easy to advanced, and from open lacey stitches to solid textured.  It's a must have reference book for your crochet library.  Clear colour photographs and there are a few exciting ones that stand out.  I just love the posies and violets that she has added to simple designs and created a rug with a difference.  The combinations of colour for some of these rugs shows us that the ripple rug has been taken to the next level.  48 pages.

871130 Crochet Compendium		QTY:
	** This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. Edited by Connie Ellison.  This edition combines the best selling technique books into the ultimate reference book of crochet techniques -- great for newcomers and expert crocheters too!  Newcomers to crochet can learn to crochet with our basics section that begins with the slip knot, and each lesson gradually builds upon the other.  Experts will love the 16 techniques ranging from Hairpin Lace, broomstick, beading, double-ended crochet, felting, filet, crocheting with fabric, mosaic crochet, intarsia, slip stitch crochet, socks, Tunisian, waffle weave, wiggly crochet to Learning to Symbol Crochet all in one great book!  Each technique features full-color illustrations, step-by-step instructions and a project to practice on.  Clear instructions and great colour photos throughout.  A must have for every crochet library!  136 pages.

LA4788 - 99 Crochet Post Stitches		QTY:
	* This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. By Darla Sims.  Your favourite hobby comes alive with real depth and richness in this latest collection of exciting pattern stitches.  Post Stitches are the simple magic giving these patterns their extra pizzazz.  Choose from pattern stitches worked closely for warmth or others yielding a light lacy look.  You can make afghans, scarves, shawls, runners - anything your heart desires.  This is another must have book for your library of techniques.  99 designs jammed into these 80 pages.  Colour pictures, good general instructions and great individual pattern instructions including the multiple stitches required for each.