{"product_id":"500-crochet-stitches-the-ultimate-crochet-stitch-bible-9781250067302","title":"500 Crochet Stitches: The Ultimate Crochet Stitch Bible","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003e500 Crochet Stitches \u003c\/i\u003eis both a stitch guide and a how-to-crochet primer, all in one volume. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get all the information needed to get started, including how to choose yarn and needles, read patterns, work basic stitches, how to check gauges, increase, and decrease, join pieces and finish projects and care for your crochet items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The comprehensive pattern library includes 500 crochet stitches, including basic stitches using single and double crochet, trebles, and some new techniques to get the fabric you want for that special sweater or hat. Lace and openwork stitches are a starting point for exploring the airy shawls, which Afghan crochet is famous for. Use one of the many motifs to create an heirloom blanket, or mix and match motifs to create a truly unique piece. There are also edgings and trims you can use on your crochet and other projects, including sewn items and knitted ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Each is fully explained with instructions and accompanied by a full-color photo of a sample crocheted swatch. All swatches are worked in updated yarns, beautifully photographed, and accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Based on \u003ci\u003eThe Harmony Guides\u003c\/i\u003e, which have been a longstanding and valued reference for handcrafters for more than thirty years, with over half a million worldwide sales, this edition is updated with eye-catching photography and innovative new stitches but also never forgetting the heritage of the guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Pavilion Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e St. Martin's Griffin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/25\/2015\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.00lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.10h x 8.80w x 0.90d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781250067302\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eERIKA KNIGHT is a renowned design consultant to the fashion and yarn industry. Originally from a fine art background, she has worked in most areas of knit and fabric design from the original concept, garment design, pattern, and print through to yarn design and production. She is also the author of \"Simple Knitting\" and \"Simple Crocheting.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Martin's Griffin","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":39826286051443,"sku":"9781250067302","price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/products\/img_a05f40dc-ec2e-418e-8c57-cdcfb913a4f1.jpg?v=1644547491","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/en-de\/products\/500-crochet-stitches-the-ultimate-crochet-stitch-bible-9781250067302","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}