Mastering the art of blending and contrasting different colors in a sweater, bag, or other knitted item is a good way to transform an otherwise ordinary knitted garment or accessory into a thing of outstanding beauty. This new book offers guidance and advice to knitting enthusiasts on every aspect of creating beautiful knitted goods through imaginative uses of color. The authors open by giving readers a clear understanding of color theory, describing warm and cool colors, brights and pastels, tints, tones, and shades. They go on to show how to incorporate stripes or Fair Isle or Intarsia effects in a knitted item to produce stunning results. They also give expert advice on adding decorations, such as knitting with beads or sequins, or creating beautiful edgings in contrasting colors. Detailed instructions are presented for seven colorful projects, which include a contrasting striped bag, a handsome table runner, a beautifully patterned cushion, a pair of vivid multicolored hand warmers, and others. Readers will also find advice on seeking out sources of inspiration and tips on making yarn choices. Approximately 350 color photos.

Exploring Color in Knitting: Techniques, Swatches, and Projects to Expand Your Knitting Horizons

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

King, Emma

Hazell, Sarah

Crafts & Hobbies

B E S Pub Co

There are classic blocks that will always have a special place in a crocheter's heart, and this book brings many of these patterns together in one gorgeous collection. Curated by crochet designer Sarah Hazell, 150 All-Time Favorite Crochet Blocks includes the most popular motifs, like the iconic granny square in many variations, shape-changing blocks, patterns for blocks that are worked in quarters or crosses, textured, lacy and mesh blocks, and many more. 
An enduring favorite with yarn crafters of all levels, blocks are both portable and perfect for small bursts of activity. If time is short, then you can work a few rounds at a time, and being portable you can carry a few with you and work on one block at a time. They help you bust your stash or declutter by using up small quantities. And they allow you to create something as large or small as you want for your own use or as a gift. 
Tips on how to select yarn and color combinations run throughout the book, helping you to gain confidence in these areas. Each block is flagged by skill level, accompanied by a short description focusing on its special features and characteristics, as well as charted and row-by-row instructions. The exciting combinations will remind you of why you fell in love with a particular block the first time around or, for newbies, it could be the start of a love affair.

150 All-Time Favorite Crochet Blocks: Make All the Best Blocks in Beautiful Stitches, Colors & Yarns (Knit & Crochet Blocks & Squares)

St. Martin's: Griffin

Give a personal decorative touch to knitted projects by adding an inspiring message, a special date, a beloved name or initials. This book shows readers how to hand knit every letter of the alphabet, plus numbers and punctuation marks, in 26 different fonts--from simple classic lettering to more ornate calligraphy and contemporary handwritten styles. The Knitted Alphabet includes: 
<li> Patterns for 26 different alphabets, including numbers, punctuation, emoticons and dingbats </li>
<li> Detailed illustrations and step-by-step instructions for each alphabet, including a knitted swatch and easy-to-follow chart for every letter </li>
<li> Ten inspiring simple projects with full patterns </li>
<li> Instructions for various knitting techniques including: intarsia, Swiss darning, textured stitching and more More than 1040 patterns. Approximately 1500 color photos, illustrations and diagrams throughout.</li>

The Knitted Alphabet: How to Knit Letters from A to Z

Haxell, Kate

Crochet is fast and fashionable again since it started showing up on runways and in ready-to-wear fashions. Forget those pointy ponchos and grandma doilies of yesteryear-a new generation of crafters is realizing just how funky and fun crocheting can be. I Love Crochet by Rachel Henderson &amp; Sarah Hazell teaches all the basic techniques and stitches as well as decorative flourishes such as popcorns, bobbles, and fur and bullion stitches. The book includes 25 original projects ranging from chunky scarves and bobble tote bags to pillow covers. And there are great crocheted edgings for tank tops and denim minis and make-it-yourself jewelry and belts-all trendy and fashionable. Every project comes with step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and photographs. The person who can already knit will pick up crochet in the flick of a hook-and discover it's much more forgiving. The projects are suitable for beginners but will also interest more advanced crocheters. The projects in I Love Crochet are all perfect for giftgiving-as is the book itself.

I Love Crochet: 25 Projects That Will Show You How to Crochet Easily and Quickly

Henderson, Rachel

Rodale Books

Great for new and experienced crocheters alike, Crochet Stitch Dictionary offers 200 stitches with detailed written, charted, and photographed instructions. This essential book presents 10 color-coded stitch sections: Basic stitches, Fans &amp; Shells, Bobbles &amp; Clusters, Spike stitches, Post stitches, Mesh &amp; Filet, Cable stitches, Tunisian stitches, and more! Learn each stitch with written, charted, and step-by-step photo instructions that clearly explain where the yarn goes each step of the way. In addition, each stitch pattern shows a large finished swatch in actual size. You'll enjoy the colorful and eye-catching "candy-box" sampler pages that start every section. Crochet Stitch Dictionary offers excellent useful instruction and inspiration for all crocheters.

Crochet Stitch Dictionary: 200 Essential Stitches with Step-by-Step Photos

Arts & Photography

Krause Craft

150 Crochet Blocks: Charts, Instructions, Tools & Techniques

Search Press Ltd

Anyone can quickly learn to crochet and create cute projects—even if you’ve never picked up a crochet hook before! Each of the 15 designs in the book, from scarves and snoods to cushions, throws, and table runners, lays out a new stitch, technique, or trick. So, as you complete each pattern, you’ll build on and master a wide repertory of skills and amass an enviable collection of crocheted items. Part of the brand-new Make Me! series—a collection of books packed with easy and beautiful craft projects.

Hello Crochet!: You'll Be Hooked in No Time (Make Me!)

Pavilion

Das große Häkelmuster-Buch: 200 tolle Designs, die man einfach haben muss

Frech Verlag GmbH

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