The second volume of Donna Kooler's comprehensive guides to handicrafts. If you liked the Encyclopedia of Needlework you'll want to add this to your library today! This book is the complete, authoritative guide to the history, technique and variety of patterns every crochet enthusiast will treasure. Materials and basic techniques are clearly illustrated, step-by-step, to make learning crochet simple. Twenty-one unique and charming projects are stunningly photographed and meticulously charted, with thoroughly explained instructions to guide even a novice. For those whose skills go beyond the basics, advanced techniques and projects will challenge and inspire. The pattern gallery provides complete instructions on how to read patterns and features 164 charts for traditional, as well as brand new, crochet patterns. Test your skills on projects such as mufflers, socks or a vest for a child. A beautiful Philosophers Coat is sure to challenge an advanced crafter. This book features a source list, cross-referenced index and bibliography and will be a volume you refer to again and again.

Contents:	164 charts in 220 pages.
Artwork Type:	Crochet
Available in:	Paperback
KDS Product #:	144
Published by:	Leisure Arts: 15906