A collection of 6 knitting patterns that are designed for lighter, fingering weight yarns. A nod to classic silhouettes that never go out of style, the Light Basics collection features simple garments and accessories that seamlessly fit into your wardrobe and accent your personal style....  more

A collection of 6 knitting patterns that are designed for lighter, fingering weight yarns. A nod to classic silhouettes that never go out of style, the Light Basics collection features simple garments and accessories that seamlessly fit into your wardrobe and accent your personal style. With a refined focus on effortless wearability in mind, all 6 of the designs found in Light Basics are knit with fingering weight yarns in simple stitches. A basic garter stitch hat and shawlette accompany four stockinette stitch tops including a shell, tee, pullover and cardigan - all of which use the same gauge and similar shaping. The simplicity of each design allows you to use to personalize each project to suit your style; use the included knitter's graph to chart your own stripes, colorwork motifs, cables or lace panels to any of the versatile designs of Light Basics.

12 Knit sweater projects by Melissa Leapman. Leisure Arts #3355.

Presenting the only how-to guide to focus specifically on customizing crocheted sweaters, so you can create the perfect fit for every body type. Ranging from simple to more sophisticated, the 10 basic patterns selected by expert Dora Ohrenstein offer different techniques for adjusting and...  more

Presenting the only how-to guide to focus specifically on customizing crocheted sweaters, so you can create the perfect fit for every body type. Ranging from simple to more sophisticated, the 10 basic patterns selected by expert Dora Ohrenstein offer different techniques for adjusting and personalizing the design, construction, and shaping. With a wealth of diagrams and charts, along with photos of the sweaters themselves, Custom Crocheted Sweaters is the book that every crocheter has been waiting for.  

This fresh, fun guide from expert Dora Ohrenstein covers all of the basic crochet techniques and so much more, from choosing yarns to finishing! It includes more than 70 stitch-along swatches that each teach a particular technique, as well as five projects (a hat, shawl, neck warmer, bag, and...  more

This fresh, fun guide from expert Dora Ohrenstein covers all of the basic crochet techniques and so much more, from choosing yarns to finishing! It includes more than 70 stitch-along swatches that each teach a particular technique, as well as five projects (a hat, shawl, neck warmer, bag, and scarf) that put those techniques to use. The swatches offer not just a variety of stitch patterns but also a variety of shapes and can serve as the building blocks for sophisticated and creative projects of your own design.

Everything you need to know to make stunning crochet socks! Step into Crochet is the most comprehensive guide to creating crocheted socks. Author Rohn Strong shares 18 patterns for cozy socks, along with a wide variety of techniques, in this must-have reference and pattern book. The first...  more

Everything you need to know to make stunning crochet socks! Step into Crochet is the most comprehensive guide to creating crocheted socks. Author Rohn Strong shares 18 patterns for cozy socks, along with a wide variety of techniques, in this must-have reference and pattern book. The first section of Step into Crochet focuses on construction methods: you'll learn basic toe-up and cuff-down construction, while being introduced to a variety of heel and toe treatments. Plus, you'll find out what makes a certain heel/toe combination perfect for socks! The pattern section includes 18 socks ranging from basic ribbed and simple socks (great for customizing) to more technique-based pieces, focusing on colorwork, lace, cables, and motifs. Whether you're ready to jump into crocheting socks feet first, or just dipping your toe in to try out a few fun patterns, Step into Crochet is your go-to resource.