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200 Crochet Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets: An Indispensible Resource of Technical Know-How and Troubleshooting Tips (200 Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets)

200 Crochet Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets: An Indispensible Resource of Technical Know-How and Troubleshooting Tips (200 Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets)
By Jan Eaton

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The basics of crochet are very quick to master, but feeling confident about how to move beyond the basics and create a stylish, professional finish for all your crochet projects is a common dilemma faced by many crocheters. Presented in an easy-to-use format arranged by topic and cross-referenced, so you can dip in and out as needed for advice, this book offers hundreds of answers, fixes, insider tips, and secrets to help you along the way. Divided into sections that cover a multitude of topics such as: choosing the right hook for you, putting gauge measurements to work, fool-proof ways of turning, quick fixes for uneven edges, shaping with increases and decreases, how to make neat corners, marking essentials, dealing with yarn ends, choosing the right seam and even how to look after crochet garments, 200 Crochet Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets contains a wealth of technical knowledge and handy tips. Aimed at all crocheters, from the beginner to the more experienced, this book is a valuable addition to any craft library.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #37186 in Books
  • Published on: 2007-10-16
  • Released on: 2007-10-16
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • 160 pages

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"A familiar name in needleworking takes her latest bow with a book joining The Encyclopedia of Crochet Techniques (2006) and 200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws, and Afghans (2005), among others. Eaton works her expert magic in compiling a jam-packed, every-page-worth-perusing reference that even experienced crafters will return to again and again. Who could resist 'Fix It' panels, featuring solutions to such problems as yarn that catches on plastic hooks and recycling swatches into potholders? Or the 'Try It' columns that shows a variety of decorative options. The 'insider secrets' angle extends to all seven chapters, starting with the anatomy of a crochet hook and concluding with the best tips on dealing with thick yarn ends and blocking. Design ideas, completed swatches, and step-by-step instructions, most illustrated with great color photographs, add even more value to a soon-to-be-treasured and well-worn publication. Appended are working guidelines, size charts, stitch symbols, American/English teminology, arrangements of symbols, standard laundering symbols, conversions, equivalent weights, categories of yarn, gauge ranges, and recommended hook sizes, along with a "fold out this flap," featuring a ruler, hook sizes, and crochet abbreviations."

About the Author

JAN EATON is known internationally for her specialty in needlecraft and textile designs. Since finishing her training at Goldsmiths College in London, Jan has worked as a freelance designer showcasing her embroidery, crochet, knitting, and textile painting designs in various UK and European magazines. Past works include the new edition of Mary Thomas's Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches, Country Crochet and Knitted Lace, and 200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws, and Afghans.

Customer Reviews

One of the best crochet books out there5
This book is the most helpful book. It has everything you need to know about crocheting. I have thousands of crochet books and this is one of the best crochet books ever made. The tips are easy to follow and shows you how to read patterns. And any questions you might ever have about crochet is in this book!!!

CROCHET BOOKS5
BEING A NEW-COMER TO CROCHETING, I ONLY STARTED IN OCTOBER OF 2007, THIS BOOK IS INDISPENSIBLE, WITH TIPS AND SUCH. THIS IS ABSOLUTELY ONE OF MY BETTER PURCHASES.....

Awesome Book!5
I received this book a few days ago, and am still reading through it, because it is packed with so much useful information. Everything from the best stitch patterns for various items, to shaping garments, to selecting yarn, to fixing problems is covered. I love that the book even has a few mini-projects for the reader to try our new techniques. The book is also very well-organized, and the photography is lovely - so bright and clear. Overall it's an excellent book, and a must for an crocheter's library.