Handbook of Crochet Stitches by Betty Barnden

An essential guide for crochet workers of all abilities, you will be able to get started as a beginner or build on your existing skills with this fantastic book.

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.

Ideal for anyone who wants to invent their own patterns, this helpful little guide gives you both basic patterns to textured stitches, fans and shells, mesh and filet stitches, lacework, spikes, relief stitches, trims, clusters, puffs and bobbles - and more! There are bonus flower guides and special stitches making this an invaluable tool for all crocheters.

• Features over 200 crochet textures for a variety of abilities and skill levels
• Section included on Tunisian crochet
• Each stitch has an accompanying chart to help along the way, while you also learn to read from charts as well as patterns