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Amazing Japanese Crochet Stitches

A Stitch Dictionary and Design Resource (156 Stitches with 7 Practice Projects)

Keiko Okamoto author Cassandra Harada translator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Tuttle Publishing

Published:11th May '21

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From elegant to funky, popular designer Keiko Okamoto presents a wide selection of crochet stitches in this valuable reference.

Amazing Japanese Crochet Stitches includes versatile stitch patterns that can be used in just about any piece. Whether you want to recreate an Irish lace in creamy neutrals or play with stitches that stand out for their unusual shape and dimension, this book has it all. You'll find designs for unusual yarns, unique stitch patterns and some amazing edgings.

Seven practice projects help you cut loose with some creative application, including:

  • Two elegant, lacy shawls
  • Two fun flowery necklaces
  • A bohemian vest in neutral tones
  • A wildly embellished rainbow scarf
  • The most one-of-a-kind bag you'll ever see

A technical section demonstrates the stitches step-by-step, so readers can become familiar with crocheting in the Japanese style.

Amazing Japanese Crochet Stitches is a joy for the experienced crocheter, and a valuable reference for needlecraft enthusiasts everywhere!

"Japanese crochet is usually associated with amigurumi, but that's not the only type of crochet in Japan. This book shows you how to crochet 156 stitches to create colourful, textured and patterned projects including shawls, necklaces, a garment and a delightful rainbow scarf." --Prima Magazine

ISBN: 9780804854061

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 652g

120 pages