The Beginner's Guide to Crochet

Crochet Pattern Book

by Claire Montgomerie

Get your crochet off to a flying start with 8 simple projects and multiple techniques.

Crochet expert Claire Montgomerie covers everything you need to get started: essential tools and materials, how to hold your hook, make your first stitches, fasten off and read a pattern. Clear step-by-step photographs and a handy fold-out flap with crochet abbreviations make it accessible for all, whether you are hooking your first stitch or revisiting the basics.

8 colourful modern projects.

1. eco-friendly washcloths and make-up pads
2. an eye-catching chevron blanket
3. a colourful scarf with tassels
4. a ribbed beanie with a pompom
5. a mesh shopping bag
6. intricate flower coasters that can be worn as brooches or hair slides
7. a jazzy granny square blanket or pillow cover
8. a loveable cuddly toy.

Have fun creating your own crocheted wearable accessories and home décor items with all things bright and woolly.

128 pages