Just for the ladies, Drew Emborsky (aka 'The Crochet Dude') has created 13 cutting-edge fashions in luxurious crochet. Fashion-conscious women are always searching for the perfect 'Little Black Dress,' and Drew has one, plus an incredible selection of other must-have wardrobe pieces. Designs include a party dress, cabled and ruffled cardigans, flirty skirts, a vest, trendy tops (including a baby doll style), an asymmetrical long coat, an opera jacket, and a keyhole scarf. The designs are crocheted using a variety of beautiful yarns; most are made with sumptuous, organic/natural yarns in worsted or sport weight and are highly textured with enticing post stitches.

Big Book of Crochet -124 designs for afghans, baby, fashion, gifts, and home are included in this compilation of crochet patterns.

Learn the fundamentals of crochet through this collection of twenty garments and accessories that will help you create an enviable handmade wardrobe. While the ten Learn to Crochet projects teach you the most basic crochet techniques and stitches, the ten Love to Crochet garments provide all the inspiration and know-how you need to really master this highly versatile craft and create your own crochet wardrobe.

Why should kids have all the fun when it comes to cute-as-a-button caps or fun and fanciful hats? And why can't little ones feel just like mom and dad with a fashionable newsboy visor or slouchy hat? In this delightful collection of 30 original patterns, everyone can get in on the fun.

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A collection of thirty designs for crocheted fashions, including shirts, coats, dresses, skirts, sweaters, and accessories.

With Twinkie Chan's Crochet Goodies for Fashion Foodies, crocheters can have their cupcakes and wear them, too. The founder of her own popular line of food-inspired fashions, Twinkie Chan has whipped up a feast of head-turning scarves, mittens, hats, and more so that her many fans can learn to make her culinary creations at home. You'll find recipes for food-themed scarves that feature sushi, salad, gingerbread men, buttered toast, eggs and bacon, ice-cream cones, popcorn boxes, and more. You'll also learn how to make a pair of strawberry fingerless mittens, a chocolate cupcake hat complete with a cherry on top, and even a coconut-lemon cake tissue box cozy. Twinkie Chan's Crochet Goodies for Fashion Foodies is divided into three chapters--Sweet Things, Fruits and Veggies, and Savory Stuff--and comes complete with an illustrated how-to section, lists of "ingredients" for each project, easy-to-follow, step-by-step directions, and full-color photos and illustrations. Beginning and experienced crafters alike will go wild for these quirky, colorful, wearable confections.

Crochet Beautiful Sweaters for Every Shape with Simple, Stunning Stitchwork Create the crochet wardrobe of your dreams with this collection of classic pieces that are effortlessly stylish. Janine Myska, the designer behind Knits ‘N Knots, has created 20 gorgeous, brand-new sweater patterns that focus on style, fit and comfort, including helpful customization tips so you can tailor each garment to your unique proportions. With Janine’s keen eye for detail, strong commitment to size diversity and clear, concise instruction, crocheters of every skill level and body type can craft the timeless sweaters they’ve always longed for. Experiment with color in the Fifty Below Color Block Pullover or Mountain Peaks striped cardigan. Bundle up in the Infinite Prairies Poncho or let your playful side show with the Champagne Glow Single-Sleeve Sweater. Dress the December Romance Sweater Dress up for a date night out or down for a casual weekend brunch—either way, you’re sure to turn heads! With chapters dedicated to closet staples, the warmest sweaters for the coldest of days and even lighter-weight projects for the year-round crocheter, every piece in this collection is sure to be a much-loved addition to your wardrobe. It has never been easier to create beautiful crochet garments that flatter your figure and suit any occasion than with Modern Crochet Sweaters.

Projects range from one-of-a-kind hats, blankets, and cardigans to mermaid-tail sleeping bags, hedgehog mittens, ballet slippers, and toys.

Originally published: West Yorkshire: Rowan Yarns, 2006.