Hand Spun: New Spins on Traditional Techniques

Hand Spun: New Spins on Traditional Techniques Review

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 Hand Spun contains a collection of never-before-published spinning techniques along with interesting, creative, hip projects. The essential momentum behind this book is to satisfy fans of the author's first two books in their desire for new materials to learn. As Intertwined becomes more well-known, these handspun styles are flooding the internet craft community. Hand Spun offers fresh, new, and exciting material for these spinners to move on to. Where Handspun Revolution, the author's first book, was the spark that ignited the genre of Art-yarn, and Intertwined is considered the bible of creative spinning, Handspun builds upon the now common knowledge of novelty spinning, digging deeper into the traditional underbelly of spinning, not as a means to teach traditional techniques, but rather as a way of turning very traditional forms inside out: Using time-tested techniques to deliver cutting-edge forms. This book also covers fiber-preparation processes, from scouring raw fleece to several carding techniques.

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Jan 01, 2012 08:03:35

Lion Brand Yarn Vintage Styles for Today: More Than 50 Patterns to Knit and Crochet

Lion Brand Yarn Vintage Styles for Today: More Than 50 Patterns to Knit and Crochet Review

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Lion Brand Yarn: Vintage Styles for Today reinterprets more than fifty vintage designs for today’s knitters and crocheters, with detailed patterns and stunning archival and contemporary photographs.


Vintage-style treasures come front and center, restyled for current lifestyles and in modern day yarns. For more than a century, Lion Brand Yarn has shaped the future of knitting and crocheting while preserving its heritage. Now editors Nancy J. Thomas and Charlotte J. Quiggle have turned back the clock to find classic styles from decades past and reintroduce them with a modern feel. In Lion Brand Yarn: Vintage Styles for Today, you’ll discover a trove of vintage pieces that have been lovingly reinterpreted for contemporary sizing and sensibilities, offering retro-styled flair while taking advantage of today’s stunning new yarns.

In more than fifty timeless designs, classic looks meld with modern fashion without losing the beauty of past eras. Contemporary accents and modern textures transform traditional cardigans, vests, shrugs, and wraps into chic attire. A selection of sweaters, socks, hats, and gloves for every member of the family (even the dog) allows everyone to enjoy the spirit of the past. A variety of timeless designs for blankets and baby items offers endless possibilities for reinventing vintage looks. With detailed pattern instructions and illustrations and more than 100 stunning archival and full-color contemporary photographs, Lion Brand Yarn: Vintage Styles for Today weaves the past and present together for today’s needlecrafters.

At 125 years and counting, Lion Brand Yarn is the oldest American yarn brand. Since the beginning, the Lion Brand philosophy has been to provide a quality product at an affordable price. Lion Brand yarns are available at leading stores throughout the country.

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Dec 31, 2011 03:22:36

100 Flowers to Knit & Crochet: A Collection of Beautiful Blooms for Embellishing Garments, Accessories, and More

100 Flowers to Knit & Crochet: A Collection of Beautiful Blooms for Embellishing Garments, Accessories, and More Review

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• SM-38347
• 9780312538347
• Brand New Item / Unopened Product
• Macmillan Publishers

100 Flowers to Knit & Crochet showcases a lush bouquet of blossoms perfect for embellishing your favorite clothing or accessories. As a finishing touch for all your handmade garments or a great pick-me-up for a vintage find, these lovely blooms are the perfect way to use up scraps of yarn or try out interesting new yarns.
Breeze through this gorgeous collection featuring a colorful palette of simple spiraling roses, saucer-sized poppies, delicate lilacs, an assortment of vegetables, and more. All are shown full-size and in scale and is complete with stitched leaves and embroidered stems. Each flower has full instructions, yarn requirements, and a suggested skill level. An additional section serves as a refresher course with basic techniques and provides inspiration for embellishing your finished flowers with beads, buttons, and sequins. You can also learn how to use the flowers in a range of fun projects, from customizing clothing and accessories, to decorating gift-wrapped packages.
This book will inspire all knitters and crocheters to pick up their needles and start creating their own beautiful blooms.

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Dec 29, 2011 18:18:14

Crochet the Complete Guide

Crochet the Complete Guide Review

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Your one-stop reference for a lifetime of happy crocheting!

It's amazing that a simple hook and yarn can yield such diverse results, from thick, cozy Afghans to delicate lace doilies. Crochet The Complete Guide contains everything you need to get started or take your projects to the next level—from advice on selecting the best yarn types and colors for your projects, to easy-to-follow instructions for creating sophisticated edgings, lacework and three-dimensional textures, to multi-color effects, ruffles, flowers and much more!

• 150+ illustrated stitch patterns, from classic patterns to new and unusual designs—arranged by type and style, and color-coded for easy browsing
• directions for a wide range of crochet styles, including Tunisian crochet, beaded crochet and CroKnit
• 7 timeless projects to make as shown, or customize by substituting pattern stitches found throughout the book
• a getting-started section that covers tools, materials and basic techniques

A must-have guide for crocheters of all skill levels, this little book will satisfy your itch to stitch!

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Dec 28, 2011 17:31:54

Cuddly Crochet: Adorable Toys, Hats, and More

Cuddly Crochet: Adorable Toys, Hats, and More Review

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• ISBN13: 9781564779854
• Condition: New
• Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!

Going to a baby shower? With this selection you can choose from 10 adorable stuffed animals and pair them with 10 practical items such as blankets, hats, and bibs for the perfect baby-gift combo. How about a kissable koala wrapped in a blanket--or a little pink pig paired with a baby's bib!
Each toy is the perfect size to be carried and cuddled by toddlers. With patterns just right for the novice, this book offers plenty for crocheters of all levels.

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Dec 26, 2011 21:16:09

Making Eyelash Crochet Leis

Making Eyelash Crochet Leis Review

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Making Eyelash Crochet Leis teaches readers how to create lifelike, permanent, multi-textured and multi-colored leis.

Included in the book are supply lists, step-by-step instructions, photographs and a list of school colors for colleges and Hawaii high schools making it easier than ever to create beautiful leis that will last a lifetime!

Instructions include basic 3- and 4-row patterns for head or neck leis in the lei ‘oni (spiral or flickery pattern) style as well as patterns for wristlets, anklets, hair scrunchies and specialty leis. In all, the book provides instructions for 51 different designs, arranged by color and style for ease of selection.

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Dec 25, 2011 18:11:12

The Prayer Shawl Ministry, Volume 2 (Leisure Arts #4622)

The Prayer Shawl Ministry, Volume 2 (Leisure Arts #4622) Review

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• ISBN13: 9781601408563
• Condition: New
• Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!

This eagerly anticipated second volume of The Prayer Shawl Ministry book includes 10 shawl patterns to knit or crochet and a heartwarming follow-up on the three prayer shawl ministries introduced in the first book. Readers will identify with the dozens of letters to The Lion Brand Yarn Company from individuals sharing what the ministry means to them. This photo-rich book also includes prayers for many occasions and concerns, all of which may be used in any prayer shawl ministry. The handy guide to Lion Brand Homespun colors is a useful tool that knitters and crocheters will refer to again and again. In addition, a brief overview will familiarize readers with a new volunteer movement known simply as Friendship Shawls, an idea promoted by Warm Up America!
10 designs: KNIT SHAWL PATTERNS: Garter Stitch, Cabled, Chevron, and Lacy; CROCHET SHAWL PATTERNS: Open Mesh, Wave, Lacework, and Elegant; FRIENDSHIP SHAWL PATTERNS: Knit Diamond and Crochet Granny Square.

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Dec 24, 2011 05:15:10

Northern Needlecraft's Yarn Data Handbook (interchangeable yarns for Knitting, Crocheting, Crafts)

Northern Needlecraft's Yarn Data Handbook (interchangeable yarns for Knitting, Crocheting, Crafts) Review

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Hard-to-find 80-page booklet, with Index, that features detailed information on many fabrics, sorted by manufacturer and weights (light, medium, heavy, bulky). Includes information on Conversions, Gage, Needle sizes, Yarn classifications, etc. Manufacturers represented are: Bernat, Bear-Fleisher-Botany, Brunswick, Coats & Clark, Columbia Minerva, Merino, Phildar, Reynolds, Oregon Worsted, Sears, and others.

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Dec 22, 2011 08:42:41

Knitting Loves Crochet: 22 Stylish Designs to Hook Up Your Knitting with a Touch of Crochet

Knitting Loves Crochet: 22 Stylish Designs to Hook Up Your Knitting with a Touch of Crochet Review

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Never have knitting and crochet played so well together as they do in Candi Jensen's charming projects, designed to highlight everything you love about each craft. Sweet clusters of cherries gather on a child's cardigan, sueded granny squares add panache to Fido's sweater, and whimsical crocheted flowers put just the right flair in hats, scarves, bags, and pillows. Put your knitting needles and your favorite hook to work stitching up possibilities you never knew existed!

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Dec 21, 2011 07:54:03

Get Your Crochet On! Hip Hats & Cool Caps

Get Your Crochet On! Hip Hats & Cool Caps Review

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• ISBN13: 9781561588503
• Condition: New
• Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!

Celebrities such as Erykah Badu, Dennis Rodman, Common, and Lauryn Hill are huge fans of Afya Ibomu's colorful hats and caps. In "GET YOUR CROCHET ON!: Hip Hats"" and Cool" "Caps," Afya presents 20 step-by-step patterns of her most popular designs for women, men, and children. Chock-full of designs that are simple enough for a beginner but stylish enough for the most seasoned crochet artist, "GET YOUR CROCHET ON! "speaks to the crocheter in all of us and includes instructions for everything from choosing the right hooks and yarn to washing and caring for the finished piece.

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Dec 20, 2011 05:56:20