- Hardcover: 292 pages
- Publisher: Workman Publishing (13 Feb 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0761139869
- ISBN-13: 978-0761139867
- Product Dimensions: 21.1 x 20.6 x 3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (83 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,927,337 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Stoller's "Stitch 'N Bitch" and "Stitch 'N Bitch Nation" have become icons of the knitting craze: every hip young needleworker has at least one of them next to the yarn stash. Now, she uses the same approach that made her knitting books so successful in this entree to sexed-up hookwork that takes pains to show crocheting isn't for grandma anymore. Stoller provides everything short of the hook and yarn a crafter will need to learn how to crochet. From a history of the craft to mind-bogglingly complete instructions and dozens of charted and explained patterns (the majority of which are for women's clothing and accessories--there are no afghans here), it's all presented in Stoller's bright, witty style and accompanied by cheery color photographs. Beginners will like the easy construction of the "Stripes (and Stripes) Forever Scarf," and intermediate crocheters will enjoy whipping up a "Cupcake," a purple sweater confection. Experienced crocheters have patterns here too, such as the astonishing lace "Go For Baroque" sweater. This latest entry into the "Stitch 'N Bitch" canon is sure to be another bestseller.
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Debbie does crochet! Debbie Stoller, the "knitting superstar", has been leading an entire movement of hip young knitters with her "New York Times" best seller "Stitch 'n Bitch" and it's follow up "Stitch 'n Bitch Nation". But guess what? For every one knitter in the world there are three crocheters - which translates into millions of hip and crafty crocheter's ready to be happy hookers with stitch 'n bitch attitude. Written in cheeky chick style, this heavily illustrated book - featuring four-colour photographs and instructional illustrations throughout - is chock full of instruction, inspiration, and to-die-for designs, from a fishnet skullcap to a lacy evening wrap. For knitters and new crocheter's exploring the hook comes the primer, a discussion of tools, what the gauges mean, plus basic techniques and stitch patterns - including the chain stitch, picot, flowers, filet crochet, changing yarns, and finishing. 40 fabulous funky projects - and no there are no grandma's doilies!
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106 of 106 people found the following review helpful
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Loved it! I have been knitting since I was 5 (nearly 30 years) but could never crochet, being left handed neither of my Grans could get their heads round it being backwards, so when I heard this was coming out I was very pleased. I have both Debbie Stollers stitch and bitch books and this is very much in the same vein. Great history, personal stories, and best of all for me patient and well explained instructions. Also loads of very cool patterns - where else would you find a crochet cowboy hat? After very little time I have made a flower and I think mastered the basic stitches. Other patterns are skirt, halter top,i-pod cozies,shawl, scarves, afghans, toys, bags, accesories, cape, slippers, gloves, doormat and more! It was interesting coming to this 3rd book as someone who really needed the basic instructions this time rather than just the funky patterns - now I realise how good her writing is. Fantastic value, can't wait for her next one. P.S. it's still a challenge being a south paw but it's worth a go.
54 of 54 people found the following review helpful
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this is a super book. Neither of my grans can crochet and my mum claimed to know how but when it came to it she actually didn't have a clue. I've tried to learn from online tutorials and other books in the past but they were all useless so I was getting desperate. With this book I learned in less than a week. The instructions and diagrams are clear and the patterns are all nice things you might actually make. My only complaint is that all the patterns are for worsted weight yarn and all the patterns are for branded yarns that I can't find anywhere (the book is American). But that's a small gripe since you can convert them for yarn you like.
47 of 47 people found the following review helpful
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This book is amazing. I have tried to learn to crochet before using the "Crochet for dummies" book which made me assume i really was a dummy as i couldn't understand it! I spent many frustrating hours attempting to make things and getting nowhere. However, Debbie Stoller is a genius and in half an hour i had learnt all the different basic stitches as well as how to crochet in a circle. The book is funny as well as informative and has really detailed instructions and pictures. Obviously written by someone who can remember what it's like to have no idea how to crochet! Good stuff.
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Excellent for learner/returner
Thick book - beautifully laid out, full of explanations and diagrams. Would suit either a beginner or someone who needs a refresher.
Some very good patterns. Read more
Some very good patterns. Read more
Published 7 hours ago by JC1952
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I would recommend this book, easy to follow and the patterns in it are fully explained and are modern designs, only negative point I wish the book was longer with even more designs... Read more
Published 11 days ago by NN272
Brock A fun read!
I had forgotten all but the basic crochet stitches and wanted a book that started from the beginning and ended with some presentable projects. Read more
Published 1 month ago by brock
no no no !
yes this could have been a really good purchase. It has loads of useful info written with a bit of humour. I received the 1st edition, 2006. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Sun Flower
Best Book For Learning To Crochet
Best Book For Learning To Crochet
My Grandmother taught me to knit and sew. I have a vague her showing me how to make a basic crochet chain. Read more
My Grandmother taught me to knit and sew. I have a vague her showing me how to make a basic crochet chain. Read more
Published 4 months ago by crochetlady
Oh dear, I feel thick
Having read all the other reviews about how great this book is I felt I couldn't go wrong. Wanting to learn a new skill I invested in the book, some crochet hooks and some 100%... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mrs. Helen Penniston
What a Happy hooker !!
A good present for a birthday, got a lot of laughs. Hopefully will be used for what it was bought for.
Published 5 months ago by A. Barber
Fantastic
Refreshing an author who knows and loves her subject it bounces off the page a dynamite of a book full of tips and how to plus some great patterns. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Shazzy P
This book taught me to crochet
I had already attempted to learn to crochet around 3 years ago and had given up in sheer disgust, as it just didn't seem to be happening for me. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Ms. Rachael Kearsley
learn to crochet
THIS IS THE BEST TUTORIAL I HAVE USED.
EASY TO READ AND UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW. GREAT FUN.
THANKS DEBBIE
EASY TO READ AND UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW. GREAT FUN.
THANKS DEBBIE
Published 9 months ago by Michael
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