On its own or in borders and braids, these 100 crochet patterns have something magical about them that gives everyday items, fashion or decoration accessories an irresistible charm! Lucky charms, gourmet pleasures, animals, seasons, everyday objects, 5 major themes are proposed to guide you. The models present the technical drawings essential for a good realization, enriched with 5 step-by-step instructions and a reminder of the basics of crochet.

This book gathers 100 designs of crocheted hearts, feminine and timeless, flat or in relief: classic hearts, flowers with heart-shaped petals, braids and borders, placemats... These models will customize your clothes and give a romantic touch to all your decorative objects. All you need to embellish your everyday life with these charming crochet patterns!

Combine the technique of crochet with beads and you'll get wonders very easily! A few basic stitches are enough to make these delicate borders. Crochet, and as you go along, thread pearls, sequins or sequins, and you will be dazzled by the result which unfolds quickly before your eyes. Your accessories will be magnified by these borders inlaid with semi-precious stones, while your necklaces, bracelets and other jewelry will embellish the simplest of your outfits.

A charming collection of square, triangular, diamond-shaped, and hexagonal blocks, all with a floral theme: from traditional blanket squares with petals and rosebuds to colourful blocks with three-dimensional flowers and butterflies, there's something here to inspire every crochet fan. Great for crafters 'on-the-go': it's easy to carry with you just what you need to work a few blocks while travelling, commuting, or meeting friends. When all the blocks are complete, you can assemble the whole project at leisure. Includes: written patterns and corresponding charts; a 'Useful Techniques' section for anyone who wants to brush up their crochet skills; 'Creative Projects' to help you to make your choice of blocks, yarns, and colours to create your own versions of the projects illustrated.

Give your favourite boots a fresh twist with a great new fashion: boot toppers.
Monica Russel presents an appealing range of boot toppers for you to choose from.
Stylish and practical, this book contains patterns for twenty great pairs of cuffs, covers and hugs in a variety of styles for your boots. The book contains variations, and all the information you need on materials and terminology. It's a great way to make gifts for your friends, and they're so simple, even knitting newcomers can have a go!

Novelty crocheters will love this collection of beautiful and realistic flowers to crochet. Jan Ollis has designed twenty different flowers, and each one is accompanied by an alternative in a different colour scheme. Full crochet instructions are given for each flower, together with lists of the materials and equipment needed. Each design is simply photographed so that you can see the design clearly, and is also shown in a sumptuous styled photograph, showing the beautiful possibilities of the finished pieces, including brooches, and embellishments on hats, bags, sweaters, place mats, cushions, scarves and even shoes.

Use them to decorate your clothes and accessories, to give as gifts – or to decorate your gift wrap and greetings cards – and to collect as a creative display piece.
These entrancing little beasts are thoughtfully displayed in a directory at the front of the book. Choose from winged insects and flying fancies, hanging horrors, cute ladybugs and perfect honeybees, tropical terrors and backyard favourites. Each critter is cross-referenced to a complete pattern and/or chart at the back of the book, with information on stuffing, finishing and yarn requirements: plus helpful hints on creating iridescence and translucent wings. You'll also find a mixture of fun and fabulous ideas for using the creatures in a range of styles and settings: children's designs, quirky homewares, and elegant fashion accessories.

From Aran knitting to Fair Isle, from Entrelac to Intarsia, this book will tell you almost everything there is to know about this beautiful and practical craft.
Starting with the basics, we teach you about the different types of tools and the wonderful array of yarns that are available today. We give you easy to follow step-by-step instructions for various ways to hold the yarn and needles, cast on and cast off, work basic stitches, increase and decrease, make buttonholes, knit bands, read and adapt patterns, finish off, fix mistakes and care for your knitted garments. And then there's more ... learn about knitting in the round, loop knitting, Shaker knitting, slanted knitting, lace knitting, and much more. Be inspired to embellish your knitting with surface embroidery, Swiss darning, smocking, beads and sequins.