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Crochet for Babies & Toddlers
Mothers and grandmothers, friends and relatives - anyone looking for a
heartfelt gift for a newborn or toddler will fall in love with these
crocheted designs! Even those new to crochet can easily create
projects from this delightful collection, from simple stuffed toys and
adorable hats to coordinating outfits for a designer look from head to
toe.
More than 20 foolproof crochet patterns fitting
infants to three-year-olds combine classic wool and cotton yarns with
contemporary colors and textures
Stylish wearables include easy jumpers, a polar bear
jacket, a lacy cardigan, and bib pants; nursery gifts include a
beautiful christening shawl and blanket
A detailed how-to section covers all the basic of
crochet, including hooks, yarns, and stitches, plus working in rounds
and reading from charts
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Crocheted Sweaters
Take a fresh approach to a classic craft! Anyone can create these
stylish crocheted designs, even if they've never held a crochet hook
before. Learn a few basic crochet stitches step by step, and then
combine them in innovative ways for sensational sweaters - most designed
especially with beginners in mind.
Twenty gorgeous patterns feature sizes from extra
small to extra large; many of these sweaters will make a perfect weekend
project for experienced crocheters
Choose from an array of seasonal styles, such as a
summer-weight sleeveless shell with a matching beaded shawl, a classic
crewneck pullover, and a comfortable cardigan
A one-stop guide to crocheting basics introduces the
yarns, stitches, swatches, and smart tips that will ensure a perfect fit
Projects come from some of today's most popular
designers and are made with the trendiest yarns for a fresh, up-to-date
look
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Irresistible Knits
Knitters will find a perfect fit for themselves, their partners, and
their teens in this collection of classic to contemporary
sweaters! More than 25 seasonal patterns in an array of beautiful
colors and styles will suit the size range - and the fashion sense - of
the whole family
Over two dozen gorgeous projects feature complementary
- but not identical - designs for men, women, and teenagers, with teen
patterns given in hard-to-find sizes
Choose among modern silhouettes and hues for teens,
plus richly textured cable, delicate floral patterns, and colorful
intarsia knits in traditional shapes for adults
Teen patterns focus on simplified knitting techniques
that will inspire young adults who want to learn how to knit
Easy to advanced projects spotlight a range of
stitches and a variety of designs that will take knitters through
autumn, winter, and spring
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Clever Knits
Trendy, textured yarns meet casual, comfortable style in these knitwear
patterns for kids. Soft color palettes that reflect today's
natural-look fashions are teamed with simplified designs for a relaxed
approach that knitters will enjoy and a sporty style that children will
love to wear.
Fifteen projects for children's sizes 4-12 include a
cardigan, a vest, tunics, a pullover, and a party dress in styles
inspired by today's ready-to-wear clothing
Featured novelty yarns imitate popular fabrics such as
fuzzy fleece and flannel; big needles shorten start-to-finish knitting
time
Simple fashion details such as zippers, labels, and
occasional embellishments add just the right finishing touches
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