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104037 Chain-Free Crochet Made Easy		QTY:
	** This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. Edited by Judy Crow. Imagine a technique that allows you to make the foundation chain and the stitches of the first row at the same time. This is called Chain-free foundation, and this book has 75 great designs. Step by step instructions walk you thru the beginning row of each project which includes ladies winter sweater cardigan with large collar, fashion tunic in a pretty shell stitch, night time club dress, lacy scarf, a jumper with a nautical theme, braided scarf, long sleeved coat, shoulder wrap in Solomon's knot, brimmed hat, back scrubber, bath mitt, walker bag, hobby horse, checker board, triple cross wheelchair set, slipper socks, bookmarks, baby afghan, wash cloths, tote bag, several afghans, bath set, fancy dog bed, doilies, wall hangings, penguin rug, babies dress, pocket bibs, cardigan, bikinis, hat, cup cake hat and purse, booties, blankets, toys bags and more. Full stitch instructions as well. Ladies garments sized small to x large. 176 pages

879526 Recycle It		QTY:
	Recycling, saving money and crochet all work together fabulously in this collection of housewares, garments and accessories from Annie's Attic. Simple techniques and a variety of easy-to-find yarns make turning trash into treasures a piece of cake! 26 creative projects include gift tags just in time for Christmas, video tape purse, T shirt rug, grocery bag, plastic bag dispenser, earrings, blanket poncho, canister s and containers, trivet, coasters, tree ornaments, gift bags and denim afghan. 48 pages

LA4576 Triple Play Pattern Stitches		QTY:
	* This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. by Darla Sims. This collection of 30 beautiful pattern stitches is like having 90 different patterns! That's because each pattern can be crocheted using 1, 2, or 3 colors, creating three entirely different looks. See which patterns and colors capture your imagination; then use them to design your own afghans, table runners, pillows - whatever you can dream up! To help you get started, you'll find special instructions for afghan planning. A very interesting concept and the colour picture explains the technique very well. 68 pages

LA4474 Fun-to-Crochet Gifts		QTY:
	These 14 sweet gifts for sharing are the prettiest crochet gifts you'll love to make, and family and friends will be delighted to receive! When you crochet, you put a little of yourself into each stitch. It’s that extra bit of care that makes it so much fun to give handmade gifts to friends and family! This collection from Gooseberry Patch includes a baby blanket, floral lapel pin, chicken set for the kitchen, coasters and mats, baby bib edgings, strawberry coasters, cupcake pincushions, lace-edged baby bibs, even a toy Spotty dog! The nostalgic tea towels with crochet edging are as useful as they are pretty. And you probably have a four-legged friend who would welcome a cozy jacket. Even if you only have a little time to crochet, you’ll find lots of gift ideas that are quick and easy. Stitch instructions included. A lot of great ideas here. 36 pages

GC080109 How to make SC Entrelac Pattern		QTY:
	by Carol Christmas. Single crochet entrelac achieves the popular block-by-block technique of entrelac using only single crochet and chain stitches. This pattern contains step-by-step photos and instructions for several configurations of entrelac including diamonds on point, diagonal stripes, around the world, and sunshine and shadow. Instructions are included for projects in each configuration, and instructions are given for using these techniques to make any square or rectangular project of any size. Nine designs in the pattern include: Around the World Rectangle Placemat, Around the World Rectangle Baby Afghan, Around the World Square Hot Pad, Around the World Square Baby Afghan, Sunshine and Shadow Square Mat or Cushion Cover, Blocks on Point Baby Afghan, Harlequin Hot Pad, Diagonal Stripes Hot Pad, Diagonal Stripes Baby Afghan. 5 1/2” x 8 1/2” pattern booklet. Projects shown range in size from a 6” square hot mat to a 36” baby afghan. Instructions are included for making projects of any size. 13 pages.

HC4262 Harmony - Crochet Stitch Motifs		QTY:
	** This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. (British) Edited by Erika Knight, this indispensable reference book boasts a wonderful collection of motifs. From rounds and squares to triangles and hexagons, rounds within squares and vice versa, and even abstract forms, this really is a one-stop book for inspiration. Use your choice of yarn, colour etc and with a bit of thought working out side the box, these could also be used for freeform crochet work to create masterpieces. Your imagination is the limit. If you prefer the tradition look then work them in finer thread and join as you go. Instructions are in symbol format as well as words. There is a full “how to” section with easy to follow instructions and pictures. Learn the stitches, the difference between rounds and rows, increasing and decreasing, tension, stitch variations (clusters, shells, puffs, bobbles etc), Irish crochet and then the follow up of the 250 motifs. Coloured pictures of all the motifs and a section on symbol crochet to complete the package. 272 pages.

879548 Scrap Crochet		QTY:
	by Connie Ellison. If you are a crocheter then you surely have scrap yarn, bits and pieces left over from former projects. You can use your scrap yarn to make everything from home décor, fashions, accessories and baby items. 30 great projects to choose from – quilt rug, sunflower towel topper and dishcloth, ribbon pillow, bag, afghan, dish bottle apron, hot pads, daffodil tea cozy and coasters, glass cozies, runner, wrap, necklace, toys, bunny booties and even a scrap jacket for your favourite little girl. Specialty yarns, acrylic and cotton yarn and thread are all used to make designs in this book. 48 pages

879543 Knit 1, Purl 2 in Crochet		QTY:
	* This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. by Bendy Carter. In this new release, the designer has figured out how to truly translate knitting into crochet. By using a unique stitching method, with a regular crochet hook, she teaches how to crochet many, many knitted looks. By combining knit and purl stitches -- in crochet -- you can create wonderful knit-like fabrics with bobbles, textural patterns, ribbing and cables. You are guided through the basic method and stitches and then shown combinations in stitch patterns that you can use to emulate knitwear. 40 stitches in all. There are twelve fabulous patterns using some of these combinations, including a handbag, a cabled sweater and afghan, a lace and two-tone scarf, and a simple hot pad, a hat, pillows to name a few. Crochet has never looked so knitted! This method and these stitches will greatly expand anyone's crochet repertoire. 78 pages

879537 Love Stitches		QTY:
	* This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. This great book has all the ideas to crochet for someone you love or someone in need. Create 44 projects to show how much you care. Can also be used as a charity crocheter's ultimate resource for all types of stitching for giving. Easy and attractive patterns for children and babies, animals and the displaced are featured. Try your hand at caps for all, blankets, receiving blankets and bootees, froggy security blanket, baby jacket and hat, baby sox, bags, shawl, chemo cap, toe warmer and scarves and mittens. A section on various charities that accept crocheted items is included, making it easy for groups or individuals to connect with those who can use the items most. 64 pages

LA4747 108 Crochet Cluster Stitches		QTY:
	* This is a heavy book, please click here to see note regarding additional postage. If you like crochet with plenty of unique texture, then the inspiration for your next project awaits in this collection of 108 beautiful cluster stitches by Darla Sims. Let these patterns capture your imagination as you use them to design your own afghans, place mats, pillows, shawls--whatever you can envision! Change yarn weight and hook size to get a wide range of results. Easy instructions tell how to plan an afghan using any of the pattern stitches. With so many lovely patterns, the possibilities are limitless! Learn about how to use multiples and create masterpieces. General crochet instructions included. 108 pattern stitches include Benevolence, Italian Lace, Nuance, Wrap Stitch, Sidewinder, Intrigue, Wavelets, Daisies Galore, Stained Glass, Offset Diamonds, and more. 76 pages.