The Art of Crochet and Knit Graffiti. DIY tricks and tactics for knitters wishing to join the international knit grafitti phenomenon.

Suitable for crocheters, this band and border design reference offers 342 patterns, from classic favourites to originals. It shows you how to use them to put finishing touches on woven, knitted, sewn or other handcrafted projects - including clothing and household textiles.

A guide to using Noro yarns to best effect. It features 40 projects, including hat-and-scarf sets and intricate pullovers. It is packed with colour photographs and insights into the world of Noro.

Using available yarns and basic knitting methods, this book provides detailed patterns for five dolls, each standing approximately 45 cm (18 inches) high. Each doll has a basic knitted body, which is then magically transformed into a witch, a wizard, a fairy, a princess and a pirate by the addition of hair, clothes and accessories.

Develops knitters' skills and helps to deepen their understanding of how yarn becomes fabric. This knitting how-to book leads knitters of different levels over common obstacles that makes knitting seem difficult through gentle, targeted exercises and explanations broken down into layman's terms.

Helps to create stylish crochet projects that are gorgeous. This title offers 50 innovative projects, large and small, for you, your children and your home. Whether you're a beginner or handy with a hook, it inspires you to create fabulous, fun projects.

Suitable for those interested in creating beautiful and individual hand-knitted garments, this reference offers information about traditional and innovative knitting stitches. It includes different entries that feature a photograph of a piece of sample knitting and an instruction chart.

From the initial spark of inspiration to the sewing of the last seam, this title guides knitters through the knitwear design process. It offers knitters the foundation to take their own knitwear designs to the next level with confidence.

Features 19 projects that include runners, a candle mat, an afghan, a lap throw, and two shawls.

Includes projects for your canine companion that help to set the dog fashion world alight. This title features 30 original designs - 21 knitted and 9 crocheted - including a wide assortment of coats, doggy pillows, leashes, collars, and carrying bags.

Features 36 mitten designs inspired by traditional Russian crafts, and four hat patterns. This book presents traditional mitten designs inspired by the traditional crafts of the Komi people of Russia. It is accompanied by easy-to-follow, full-colour illustrations.

Teaches the art of adding borders and embellishments, construction and fastening ideas, and embroidery and other decorative techniques, with step-by-step guides and practical illustrations. This book includes ten projects for garments, accessories and articles for the home, with instructions on how to customize them to your own individual style.

One of the hippest craft trends is amigurumi, Japanese-inspired crochet and knit stuffed dolls that have inspired crafters everywhere to create gaggles of adorable creatures. This book combines the infamous cuteness of Japanese crafts with characters more associated with horror flicks, bad action, and sci-fi films.

Helps readers discover how to substitute yarns and accurately estimate the amount required; and adapt patterns to create tailor-made garments. This book demonstrates various stitches, from basic chain stitch to filet and Tunisian crochet, and provides advice on mixing and matching stitch patterns and dealing with gauge variations.

This book has everything you need to create unique afghans, wall hangings and accessories; from knitting techniques and step-by-step instructions for 200 decorative blocks to inspiration and advice for creating a finished piece.

Covering baby knits, this title is easy enough for a complete beginner to knit. It includes basic stitch techniques, alternative motifs and colourways. It also considers natural yarns that are soft on young skins.

A guide to wool that explores what makes wool so dynamic - explaining the differences between breeds of sheep, processing and much more. It helps knitters learn how to choose the right wool for their specific projects. It features over 20 patterns, each designed to showcase specific qualities of wool yarns.

A pocket-sized guide for knitters that provides more than 75 tips and techniques. It offers knitters techniques, shortcuts and best practices for various stages of the knitting process, from choosing yarns to weaving in the ends.

A guide for crocheters on the go that provides more than 75 tips and techniques. It offers techniques, time-saving shortcuts and advice for crocheters of different levels. It covers different stages of the crochet process, from choosing the right hook size for your yarn to seaming up your garment.

Once again knitting is at the forefront of popular crafts and leisure time activities. Today, however, people turn to it not simply as a money-saving activity, but also as an opportunity to exercise their creativity, produce something original to wear or use, and do something relaxing and therapeutic away from the regular stresses and strains of modern life. Most patterns readily available to ...