by Susan Brittain (Author)

Get hooked on crocheting with these fun and easy-to-follow patterns!

Crocheting is fun, functional, and stress-relieving--get started today with Crochet Patterns For Dummies! Written for all skill levels and perfect for beginners, it offers patterns that cover gift ideas, clothing, accessories, and beyond. You'll love the full-color photos in the color insert and helpful, easy-to-understand instructions throughout. Even if you've never followed a written pattern before, you can crochet amazing designs with the practical, modern patterns inside. Put your skills into practice and create potholders, skirts, hats--you name it! This friendly guide will help you pick the right hooks and yarn, figure out how to read the patterns, step you through, and then finish your crocheted masterpieces.

• Select the right supplies for your projects
• Learn how to read and follow crochet pattern
• Practice working common stitches and create fun items
• Make gifts for friends, clothing for yourself, and cold-weather wear

Need more practice? Want fun new ideas? Just getting started? All crocheters welcome!

Back Jacket

Crochet your way to some cool crafts

Got the itch to crochet? Crochet Patterns For Dummies is chock full of--you guessed it--crochet patterns. These easy-to-follow instructions will have you hooking your way to scarves, purses, hats, and even scrunchies. If you haven't been crocheting long, this friendly book will show you how to read the patterns, brush up your knowledge of stitches, and walk you through the process from start to finish. Plus, you get full-color photos and creative tips for taking your projects to the next level.

Inside...

• Choosing the right yarn
• Sizing your garment
• Working with common stitches
• Increasing and decreasing
• Full-color photographs
• Playing with fun techniques
• Adding beads and beyond
• Kid-friendly patterns

Author Biography

Susan Brittain started crocheting at age 8. She held the position of Assistant Editor for Crochet Fantasy magazine for a little more than two years, contributing as a designer as well. She is also the coauthor of Crocheting For Dummies and continues to design new projects for various yarn companies.