Cute & Easy Crochet: Learn to crochet with these 35 adorable projects

by Nicki Trench

Expert crafter Nicki Trench brings you 35 easy-to-follow crochet patterns that will teach you how to crochet. A crochet teacher and author with over 20 years' experience, Nicki has designed a series of patterns that will guide you through those initial stitches to producing beautiful projects incorporating a wide range of crochet techniques. Crochet Know-how explains all the stitches with clear step-by-step artworks and instructions. Next, discover three chapters packed with patterns to improve your skills. First is Starting Out, where you will find a simple springtime throw and a pretty hat for a toddler - you'll be amazed how easy and quick the projects are to create. Once you've mastered these, move on to something more challenging in the Practice Makes Perfect chapter. There are cute gifts for babies and young children, including baby blocks, bibs and blankets, or treat yourself to a pair of gloves in soft double knit yarn or the chunky seashells scarf to keep you warm on chilly mornings. Finally, Confident Crocheting has more advanced patterns, from a family of adorable Russian dolls to the cherub dress with decorative picot stitching.

Genres: Crochet, Crafts, Nonfiction, Reference

128 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2011

About the author

Nicki Trench is one of the leading figures in the revival and promotion of home crafts. As well as teaching, lecturing and feature writing on knitting, crochet, sewing, cake decorating and hen keeping, she is the founder of Laughing Hens, the UK's leading online yarn store, and Rooster Yarns. Her most recent books include Creating Your Garden Farm and 201 Knitting Motifs, Blocks, Projects and Ideas. Nicki also runs Dancing Hens (www.dancinghens.com), a craft studio.

Reviews

[Melissa Legacy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lot of cute projects with easy to follow instructions. The book is separated into three sections with patterns for beginners "Starting Out", intermediate patterns "Practice Makes Perfect" and more advanced patterns "Confident Crocheting". The first section has great projects like egg cozies, mug warmers, wash cloths, and a cafetiere cozy. This a great resource for any crocheter's book shelf. I borrowed this from the library would would like to get it a copy for my self.

[Tina · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are so many charming ideas in this book! The Camellias Blanket was particularly beautiful as was the adorable Bouquet Teapot Cozy. I'll need to reference this book again the next time I'd like to crochet a baby gift - lots of fantastic ideas.

[Pamela · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like this book with the clear directions for patterns. Some really cute things to make also! Have fun and crochet on!

[Laura Gilfillan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute and easy. That about sums it up, I think.

[Sueb]

I love the hat pattern. I also might make the jam jar covers for something quick, easy and fun. There are some cute bag patterns too. I got this book from the library.

[Sally · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book with adorable patterns. Glad I have it in my craft room!

[Kyoko · Rating 4 out of 5]

So far, loving this book! Thought I'd have more trouble figuring out all the stitches and loops and hooks... but no! It's been great fun!

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

I crocheted a two baby blankets using the ripple blanket pattern. They were very cute!

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

Helpful. Nice patterns.

[Katy Lovejoy · Rating 5 out of 5]

These look daunting