Crocheting in Plain English: The Only Book any Crocheter Will Ever Need (Knit & Crochet)

Crocheting in Plain English: The Only Book any Crocheter Will Ever Need (Knit & Crochet)

<DIV><DIV><DIV><DIV><P>The definitive classic on crocheting for years, the first edition of <I>Crocheting in Plain English</I> equipped readers with easy-to-follow, friendly advice on creating their dream crochets. A lifelong crocheting teacher and designer, Maggie Righetti offered both basic principles and step-by-step instructions to get crocheters started and to perfect their techniques.<br><br>In this latest edition, completely updated and revised for today€s crocheter, Righetti dispenses more of her invaluable wisdom, covering virtually everything you need to know about crochet, including:<br><br>* Selecting threads and yarns<br>* Determining gauge<br>* Working with the right tools<br>* How to interpret patterns and instructions<br>* Increasing and decreasing stitches<br>* How to fix mistakes<br>* Basic stitches (chain, double, treble, slip)<br>* Sixteen different fabric pattern stitches<br>* Assembling the finished product<br>* How to block, clean, and care for crocheted articles<br>* And much, much more!<br><br>Each technique is illustrated with clear drawings, charts, or photos. Complete with a new introduction and a detailed glossary of crochet terms, <I>Crocheting in Plain English</I> is one sourcebook no crocheter should do without.</P></DIV></DIV></DIV></DIV>