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Teach a Group of Kids To Crochet, by Kay Meadors, Leisure Arts, 2008. Helpful guide for teachers and handbook for students, with all the information needed to teach students 7 - 14. Clearly written instructions, Basic Stitch Guide that can be photocopied for students, and fun and easy projects to practic stitches and techniques: Flower, Juggling Ball, Scarf, hats, lap throw, pillow, and Bear's Hat & Scarf. Large color illustrations, and highlighted teaching ideas and tips. BRAND NEW .

Teach Yourself Step- By- Step Guide to Tunisian Crochet, by Nancy Nehring for Kooker Design Studio, Inc., Leisure Arts, 2004. Illustrated stitch library showing a variety of textures, patterns, cables, raised cross stitches, and lacy stitches, as well as the traditional "afghan" stitch. Projects include Bath Time (mitt, basket, and bath mat), tote bag, hats & scarves, purse, Mother & Daughter vests, shell, woven design pillow, cabled and embroidered sweater, short-sleeved cardigan, and afghan. BRAND NEW!

Learn to Do Tunisian Lace Stitches, by Kim Guzman, Annie's Attic, 2009. Diagrams, photos, and an interactive DVD show how basic Tunisian crochet stitches combine to create beautiful lace patterns. 10 projects include: Bobbles in Blue and Peek-a-Boo Throws; Rustic Table Runner; Bonny Waves, Opulent Shells, and Rolled Collar Wraps; Symphony Capelet; Starburst Cloche & Scarf; and Swirls Baby Afghan. BRAND NEW RELEASE!

Chain-Free Crochet, Annie's Attic, 2007. Photos and diagrams illustrate 19 amazing foundations; and 23 fabulous projects let you practice them. Projects include sweaters, belts, afghans, doilies, purses, hot mats, table toppers, a Victorian baby cape, and more. BRAND NEW!

Knit 1, Purl 2 in Crochet, designed by Bendy Carter, Annie's Attic, 2009. Create knit-look fabric using a new and unique stitching method, and a crochet hook. 74 pages of instructions and photos to help you create dozens of different stitches, and patterns for scarves, hot pads, pillows, a purse, a child's skirt, a cap, a child's sweater, and two throws. BRAND NEW RELEASE!

First Steps in Crochet, designed by Mary Thomas, American School of Needlework, 1983. Instructions and diagrams for 6 basic stitches, how to read patterns, gauge, finishing, and more. Plus, 5 beginner's projects: Afghan, Pot Holder, Bathroom Set, Purse, and Pillow. BRAND NEW!

Learn To Do Pattern- Play Crochet, by Carol Wilson Mansfield, American School of Needlework, 2004. "Pattern Play" crochet creates colorful and intricate designs by changing colors of yarn as you crochet. Included: Step- by- step instructions on how to change colors, hints on working with many colors, and instructions for following a chart. Projects include: Botanica Afghan & Pillows, Flowering Branch Afghan & Pillow, Palm Tree Afghan & Pillow, Sunshine Tote, and World traveler Coat. BRAND NEW!

Learn To Do Waffle Weave, by Nancy Nehring, American School of Needlework, 2005. 6 projects in thermal-look crochet, with full step- by- step instructions for learning the technique, include: Dishcloth, Scarf, Placemat, Baby Afghan, and full-size Afghan and Pillow set. BRAND NEW!

How To Mosaic Crochet, designed by Margret Willson, Annie's Attic, 2005. Create intricate-looking patterns with simple charted techniques. Projects include: Hot Pad, Pot Holder, Tote, Coaster, Scarf, and Multicolored Mosaic Throw. BRAND NEW!

How to Crochet 'n' Weave, designed by Andy Ashley, Annie's Attic, 2002. 4 Fun Projects using only two basic stitches, double crochet and chain. Crochet a mesh foundation, then follow instructions to weave colorful chains through the mesh. Projects include: coaster, scarf, hot pad, and afghan. BRAND NEW!

Learn To Crochet the Mile-A-Minute Annie Way, by Annie Potter, Annie's Attic, 1991, 1992, 1994, 1997. Large print and diagrams, detailed step- by- step instructions make it easy to create a beautiful afghan even if you've never crocheted before. Pattern for totebag and instructions for several color combinations also included. BRAND NEW!

"I Can 't Believe I'm Crocheting!", Leisure Arts, 1995. A complete guide, with detailed instructions and many illustrations, for both right- and left- handers. This excellent primer also has seven projects to practice techniques and stitches in different sizes yarn and thread: Reversible Afghan, Baby Afghan, Vest, Coasters, Scarf, Vest, and Stuffed Koala Bear. Fully indexed. Very good condition.

Learn to Crochet Easy Magic Squares, designed by Janet Rehfeldt, Annie's Attic, 2004. Create 25 fun projects uisng this unique and simple technique: placemats, dishcloths, coasters, rugs, hot pads, towel topper, coin purse & sachet, reversible pillow cover, and cluster stitch lapghan or throw. New.

How to Thread Crochet on a Roll, Annie's Attic, 2004. Complete instructions on learning the Roll Stitch, for left or right handers. Includes 7 projects in thread: Coasters, Bookmark, Edgings, Rolling Fans Doily, and Royal Crowns Runner. New, but top corner damaged when mailman stuffed this into my mailbox.

How to Free-Form Crochet, designed by Margaret Hubert, Annie's Attic, 2004. Easy-to-follow instructions to teach the art of free-form crochet, with projects incluiding: Motifs & Shapes, Jacket, Yoke Sweater, Fun Fur & Glitter Scarf, Purse, Ball Cap, Child's Afghan, and Pillow. New.

How to Crochet on a Roll, Annie's Attic, 2003. Complete instructions on learning the Roll Stitch, for left or right handers. Includes 5 projects: Potholder, Throw, Pillow Cover, Heart Sachet, and Cross Bookmark. Very good condition.

Learn to Crochet Reversible Afghans, designed by Darla Fanton, American School of Needlework, 2000. Five designs illustrate techniques using the double-ended Cro-Hook. New.

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!

"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!

101 Double-Ended Hook Stitches, Annie's Attic, 2002. Reference book for "On the Double" crochet, from closely woven designs to open and lacy Crochenit stitches. 111 pages; step - by - step general instuctions for learning the technique, and large color photos of both sides of swatches. BRAND NEW!

How To Crochenit with the Crochetnit Cable Hook, Annie's Attic, 2002. "The ease of crochet witht he 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!

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.

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 and throw. Good used -- cover and page wrinkling and wear, but all instructions clean, clear, and easy to read.

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. Excellent condition.

Teach a Group of Kids To Knit, by Kay Meadors, Leisure Arts, 2004. Helpful guide for teachers and handbook for students, with all the information needed to teach students 7 - 14. Clearly written instructions, jingles to help students remember the stitches, large diagrams that can be photocopied for students, and fun and easy projects to practic stitches and techniques: Travel Pillow, Scarf, Hat, Color-Block Pullover, and Bear's Hat & Scarf Set. Large color illustrations, and highlighted teaching ideas and tips. BRAND NEW.

A Crocheter's Guide To Knitting, by Jean Leinhauser, American School of Needlework, 2000. Accent crocheted sweaters with knitted ribbing. Includes basic How-To-Knit instructions, and detailed patterns for three crocheted sweaters, each with or without knitted finishing. BRAND NEW!

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"I Can 't Believe I'm Knitting!", Leisure Arts, 1997. A complete guide, with detailed instructions and many illustrations, teaches both English and Continental methods of knitting. Projects in varying degrees of difficulty include dishcloths, slippers, a scarf, mittens, a hat, booties, pillow & afthan, a dog sweater, a pullover sweater, a baby afghan, and a sampler vest. Fully indexed. New.

"I Can Knit", Annie's Attic, 2002. Geared toward preteen girls, this "how to" presents11 projects which teach the basics with simple text and lots of color diagrams. Right- and Left-Hand instructions. Projects include: Hair Bow and Band, Bracelet, Shoulder Bag, Bias-Knit Pillow, Washcloth, Garter Stitch Bear's Vest, Garter Sttch Girl's Vest, Backpack, Hat, and Striped Afghan. BRAND NEW!

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Learn To Knit With Beads, by Edie Eckman, American School of Needlework, 2006. Easy text and lots of color photos show step-by-step instructions. Projects include: Key Ring, hat, headband, sweater, scarf, socks, and drawstring bag. BRAND NEW!

Learn To Knit Cables, by Edie Eckman, American School of Needlework, 2004. Easy text and lots of photos. Projects include: Headband & Bag, Honeycomb Pillow, Braided Cable Pillow, Child's Cabled Pullover, Multi-Cable Throw, X-Cabled Pullover, Diagonal Wave Hat & Scarf, Blue Beauty Tunic, Cabled Vest. BRAND NEW!

Teach Yourself to Knit the Easy Columbia Minerva Way, by Lily Dix Klump, Columbia-Minerva Corporation, 1968. An oldie but a goodie; no projects but clear diagrams of all basic stitches, and photos of basic stitches, as well as General Instructions. Worn, but still useful. Name on cover.

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First Steps in Plastic Canvas, American School of Needlework, 1991. Great intro to Plastic Canvas Needlepoint. This book contains tips and techniques, and full instructions for various stitches. Projects include: Kitties Doorstop, Bright Eyes Eyeglass Case, Boutique Tissue Box Cover, Gotcha Fly Swatter Cover, Sewing Box, Bear Doorhanger, and Treasure Chest. Brand NEW!

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Learn to Stitch with Looney Tunes, Leisure Arts, 1977. Warner Brothers cartoon characters such as Bugs, Tweety, Taz, Daffy, etc. provide detailed instructions on cross stitch embroidery, from supplies and how to thread a needle, to detailed and illustrated lessons on making the various stitches. Charted designs include: Marbin the Martian, Wile- E- Coyote, Tasmanian Devil, Tweety Bird, Sylvester, Daffy, Bugs, Pepe LePew, and a complete alphabet. New.

First Steps in Counted Cross Stitch, by Rita Weiss, American School of Needlework, 1986. Basic instructions plus over 15 charted designs. Good used -- some cover wear and page yellowing, smells a bit like dryer sheet.

Beginner's Guide to Cross Stitch with Waste Canvas, designed by Sam Hawkins, American School of Needlework, 1988. Basic instructions plus 15 charted designs and monogram alphabet. Very good condition.

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Learn to Make a Foundation-Pieced Quilt, by Linda Causee, American School of Needlework, 1998. Full instructions in English, French, Spanish, and German for learning the technique and for six distinctive quilts. Brand NEW!

Learn to be A Wacky-Wedge Quilting Wizard, by Linda Causee, American School of Needlework, 2002. An amazing array of spinning whirly-bird and kaleidoscopic blocks from cutting and sewing simple wedges from just one fabric. Full instructions included for six different quilts; colored photos show the original fabric and the blocks. Brand NEW!

Learn to be A Wacky-Star Quilting Wizard, by Linda Causee, American School of Needlework, 2002. An amazing array of spinning stars and sparkling blocks from cutting and sewing simple kite-shaped pieces from just one fabric. Full instructions included for eight different quilts; colored photos show the original fabric and the blocks. Brand NEW!

Learn to be A Wacky-Pinwheel Quilting Wizard, by Linda Causee, American School of Needlework, 2001. An amazing array of spinning whirlygig blocks from cutting and sewing simple triangle-shaped pieces from just one fabric. Full instructions included for nine different quilts; colored photos show the original fabric and the blocks. Brand NEW!

Learn to Quilt with Leather, by Patricia Converse, House of White Birches, 2005. Over a dozen projects and how-to tips. Brand NEW!

The New Quilting & Patchwork Dictonary, by Rhoda Ochser Goldberg, Crown Publishers, Inc., 1988. Quilting techniques, tools & Accessories, frames, fabrics, templates, borders, fillers, patchwork and applique patterns, enlarging & reducing, finishing, and more. Very good used condition -- some page yellowing.

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