In this work, over 200 crochet stitches are explained in full, each accompanied by a photographed sample, row-by-row instructions, and easy-to-follow symbol charts. Additional chapters on basic techniques and materials, a stitch selector and a how-to-use section provide clear guidance for beginners and experts alike.
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Create your own garments and mix and match stitches and edgings with the help of this guide that includes over 200 stitches. Whatever your ability, you will be bale to follow the basic techniques, easy-to-use stitch library and symbols and charts in this compact 256 page book. All the usual stitches, but some more unusual ones too. Shapes and motifs include flowers.-KarenPlatt.co.uk We all need reference books and machine knitters can do a lot worse than have a good handbook of crochet stitches. We can add many decorative edgings to machine knitting, so do look out for [this book]. It's an essential guide for crochet workers of all abilities. Over 200 crochet stitches are explained in full, each accompanied by a photographed sample, row-by-row instructions and easy to follow charts. Additional chapters on basic techniques and materials, a stitch selector and a how-to-use section provide clear guidance for all abilities. The book also includes a detailed introduction to yarns, hooks, accessories and basic crochet stitches. It's illustrated throughout in colour, with easy to use charts and samples.-Machine Knitting Monthly Ideal for anyone who wants to invent their own patterns, this helpful little guide gives you over 200 illustrated stitch patterns to experiment with - from basic patterns to textured stitches, fans and shells, mesh and filet stitches, openwork and lace, spikes, relief stitches, trims, clusters, puffs and bobbles - and more! There are flower patterns and special stitches like overlaid steps and woven checks, too - all in all, an invaluable guide.-AllAboutYou.com
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Betty Barnden is a freelance needlecraft designer who studied furniture design at the Royal College of Art (where she made her first tubular knitted chairs). Betty has designed knitting patterns for companies such as Sirdar, Patons, Jaeger and King Cole. Her knitwear, embroidery and crochet designs have appeared in many magazines over the years, and she has also designed embroidery projects and kits. Betty regularly contributes to Sewing World magazine.
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65 of 65 people found the following review helpful
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Have you been looking for "The Crochet Stitch Bible?... Look no more!
18 Mar 2010
By Myeika Faith
Format:Paperback
After weeks of trying to find somewhere to purchase "The Crochet Stitch Bible" by Betty Barnden ( The Crochet Stitch Bible ) I came across this book, which is actually a reprint of the above mentioned book, at a fraction of the price! It is identical to the Crochet Stitch Bible except that it is not spiral bound! It contains so much information regarding crochet and stitches and is a major companion for anyone who is interested in learning crochet or wants to move ahead and try new stitches and designs. Hope this helps XxX
39 of 39 people found the following review helpful
By M C Macey
Format:Paperback
I had 3 other books from the library but I couldn't work out how to crochet. I looked at several books in a craft shop and the pictures in this one helped me the most. It does not use jargon straight away like many other 'simple' books and the layout is simple and easy to follow. It really did teach me to crochet!
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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This is a good book for both the beginner and the more experienced crocheter. The book starts with information on different types of yarn and hooks, including a useful chart which shows the different sizes in UK and US terms. This is followed by instructions for different stitches and helpfully includes the chart symbol for each.
The majority of the book is taken up by written and chart instructions for more than 200 stitches. Cleverly, the stitches are separated into chapters based on stitch type: "basic" "textured" "fan and shell" and so on. And a different brightly coloured yarn is used in each chapter.
I have already completed a beautiful alpaca/silk blend purple scarf using one of the stitches - and have received many compliments!
The majority of the book is taken up by written and chart instructions for more than 200 stitches. Cleverly, the stitches are separated into chapters based on stitch type: "basic" "textured" "fan and shell" and so on. And a different brightly coloured yarn is used in each chapter.
I have already completed a beautiful alpaca/silk blend purple scarf using one of the stitches - and have received many compliments!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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crochet stitches
I found this book very helpful, with lots of interesting stitches to try out, useful for a beginner to crocheting.
Published 9 days ago by jenny
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Excellant reference book
Has encouraged me take up crochet again after many years
There are stitches that I have not seen before so am looking forward to trying them out
There are stitches that I have not seen before so am looking forward to trying them out
Published 13 days ago by lyn
4.0 out of 5 stars
Crochet stitches
Not always easy to follow But includes loads of new crochet stitches I still use this book a lot and probably the only stitch book you need
Published 16 days ago by Charon curtis
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WONDERFULL!
I'm a complete beginner who initially did not like crochet because it seemed so complex. This book starts for complete beginners but has so many different stitch combinations that... Read more
Published 26 days ago by :)
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Brilliant
Every stitch you need in this book and explains how to do each stitch would definitely recommend this book to buy
Published 28 days ago by lizzy
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great book
I like this book for the teaching of how to do basic stitches as i am trying to teach myself, however the only downside which is very minor is that the book does not lie flat and... Read more
Published 1 month ago by OT Lou
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A great value book for creative crocheters
The book includes huge variety of stitches. It is of great use to me in creating items. It's reasonably price too.
Published 1 month ago by josephine lewis
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Brilliant
Just taught myself to crochet and this book has helped to develop the skill from basic into being able to produce very impressive items. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mrs J B Wileman
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Great
I bought this for practising on as I am just getting into crochet with small hooks. This is perfect for the job!
Brilliant
Brilliant
Published 1 month ago by YVONNE HARTREY
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useful refernence
A very useful reference for anyone who has an idea of what they would like to makebut looking for stitch pattern inspiration. Read more
Published 1 month ago by T S Hodgson
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