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How to Crochet on the Double, the Needlecraft Shop, 2000. Complete illustrated instructions for the double-ended hook technique (sometimes called "Cro-knitting"). Includes two easy projects: Dishcloth on the Double and Afghan on the Double. BRAND NEW!

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How to Crochet on the Double, the Needlecraft Shop, 2000. As above, EXCEPT: Good used -- cover and page wrinkling and wear, but all instructions clean, clear, and easy to read.

How To Crochenit, designed by Carolyn Christmas and Mary Middleton, Annie's Attic, 2002. "The ease of crochet with the softness of knitting." Illustrated step- by- step instructions for learning the technique while creating three different designs with three stitch combinations: Slippers, Placemat, or Afghan.BRAND NEW! but may smell slightly of cigarette smoke.

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"I Can Crochet", Annie's Attic, 2001. Geared toward preteen girls, this "how to" presents 9 projects which teach the basics with simple text and lots of color diagrams. Projects include: Chain Stitch Shoelaces, Single Crochet Scrunchie, Half Double Crochet Friendship Bracelets, Double Crochet Scarf, Purse with Slip Stitch Strap, Granny Square Vest, Striped Afghan, Continuous Rounds Hat, and Treble Crochet Daisy Accent. BRAND NEW!

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How To Crochenit with the Crochetnit Cable Hook, Annie's Attic, 2002. "The ease of crochet with the softness of knitting -- great for larger projects!" Sealed in plastic, pamphlet with full instructions and 30" long size M double-ended hook. Patterns included for scarf, afghan, and baby afghan. BRAND NEW!

Annie's Fancy Stitches, Annie's Crochet Newsletter, 1983. Digest-size book; stitches include Broomstick Lace, Love Knot, Cross- Stitch, Star Stitch, Afghan Stitch, Shell Stitch, Cluster Stitch, Long Stitch, Puff Stitch, Slanted Pineapple Puff, Split Puff, Post Stitch, V Stitch, Loop Stitch, Popcorn Stitch, Milk Glass Popcorn, Reverse Popcorn,m Zigzag (Diagonal) Stitch, Filet Crochet, Reverse Single Crochet, Pictots. Projects include Puff Cap, Autumn Vest, Sampler Pillow. Excellent condition.

Camel Crochet Basic Instruction Book, by Naka Pillman, N.S.D. Stichery, 1990. Full instructions and illustrations for the six basic stitches used in Camel Crochet -- "Crochet That Looks & Feels Like Knitting... done through the loops lying just under and behind each chain loop." Practice projects include: Neck Scarf, Dish Cloth, Glass Cozy, Pot Holder & Hot Pad. Excellent condition.

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NOTE: For leaflets containing Camel Crochet Afghan patterns, please CLICK HERE. For a leaflet containing Camel Crochet For Babies, please CLICK HERE.

Learn To Crochet by Making Amigurumi, by Carolyn Christmas, Carolyn Christmas Designs, 2007. Photos and instructions for the stitches and steps needed to crochet, assemble, and embellish a 7" amigurumi bear. Excellent condition.

You Can Crochet!, Lion Brand Yarn Company, 2001 - 2006. Leaflet with basic stitches (slip knot, slip stitch, single, and double crochet) and pattern for a crochet bag. Very good condition.

Coats & Clark Book No. 210-B: Learn To Crochet, Coats & Clark, 1974. All of the basics, from Gauge to Laundring, plus diagrams and instructions for basic stitches and motifs, with "practice projects" along the way: Potholder or Drawstring Bag, Cat Beanbag or Pot Holder, Granny Motif Bag, Granny Motif Poncho, Granny Motif Scarf, Triangular Shawl, Knot Stitch Shawl, Afghan Stitch (Tunisian) Afghan, Hairpin Lace Stole, Cloche Hat. Excellent condition.

Coats & Clark Book No. 1403: Crochet Made Easy, Coats & Clark, 1993. Digest- size book with all of the basics, complete with diagrams, and "practice projects" including: Hat & Scarf, filet Cushion, Baby Afghan, Lacy Shawl, Three- Quarter Sleeved Shell, Sleeveless Shell, Rug, Child's Shoe Bag in Afghan Stitch (Tunisian). Bottom corner of cover "dog- eared" but overall very good used condition.

ABC's Of Crochet, The Needlecraft Shop, 1992. Digest-size booklet with 31 pages of dozens of crochet stitches and variations, as well as guides to reading patterns, filet crochet, and stiffening and blocking. NO sample pattern projects included, but a good reference source. Upper corners bent, but overall very good condition.

Crochet Basics, Leisure Arts, 1994. 16 Lessons cover everything from Getting Started to Special Techniques, with diagrams and a pattern stitch guide. NO sample project patterns included -- NO instructions for the afghan on the cover, unfortunately. 3-hole punched for binder -- this may have come with the Vanna's Afghan & Crochet Favorites subscription service. May be 3- hole punched but otherwise excellent condition.

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Columbia- Minerva The Art of Crochet, by Pauline Chatterton, Columbia- Minerva, 1974. 138- page reference book with 433 illustrated stitch instructions, with practice projects. Sections include: Stitches (Basic Stitches, "V" and Lacy Stitches, Shell Stitches, Clusters and Popcorns, Filet Crochet, Afghan or Tunisan Stiches, and Misc. other stitches; project is Patchwork Afghan); Motifs (Squares Sewed Together, Crocheted Together, Small Squares, Irish Crochet, Circles, Circles with Fillers, Large Motifs with Fillers; project is Patchwork Rug); Flowers (Small Flowers, Irish Flowers and Leaves, Large Leaves and Groups; project is Pillow); Edgings; project is Sweater; and Hair Pin Lace (Making Strips, Joining Methods; projects are two shawls). Outstanding reference book in excellent condition.

Teach Yourself to Make Hairpin Lace, Boye Needle Company, nd (I'd say 1070's). Easy to follow instructions, along with pattern for Hairpin Lace Hat and Scarf. Definitely used, but still a lot of wear left in it, as my Mom would say.

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It's So Easy To Learn Cro- Hook Knitting, Boye Needle Company, nd (I'd say 1070's). Easy to follow instructions for the Cro- Hook needle. Complete patterns for Millymod Vest, Campaigner's Purse, and TipTopper Hat included. Very good condition.

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Coats & Clark Book No. 102: Easy To Read - Easy To Make - Learn to Crochet, Coats & Clark, 1984. Simplified instructions with no abbreviations; directions for right- or left- handed crocheters. Projects include: Granny Square Scarf and Hat, Vest, Pineapple Doily, and Afghan Stitch Throw. Scar on cover from tag removal, but overall very good condition.

Ready Set Crochet, by Susie Johns, Creative Publishing International, 2004. From basic info about hooks and yarns to finshing and joining, and everything in between. Color illustrations for every step and 19 projects to practice on. Book designed to stand up for hands-free use; pages flip over, and book closes with a flap for easy carrying. 95 pages. New.

Annie's Crochet Stitch Dictonary, Annie's Attic, 1986. Digest- size booklet with diagrams and instructions for more than two dozen crochet stitches and variations, from Afghan Stitch to Zigzag Stitch. NO patterns are included. Might have small mug ring on cover, pages may be slightly age- yellowed.

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Encyclopedia of 300 Crochet Patterns, Stitches, and Designs, by Doris M. Smith, FC&A, Inc., 1988. Digest- size booklet with photos, diagrams and instructions in all degrees of complexity, from beginner to expert. Some cover and edge wear, but overall very good condition.

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