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100 Micro Crochet Motifs: Patterns and Charts for Tiny Crochet Creations
Explore the world of micro crochet with this collection of crochet patterns and charts for 100 exquisite crochet motifs.
Tiny objects are fascinating; from dollhouse miniatures to model railways, and this includes crochet. The classic granny square is transformed into something special when it's reduced to the size of a postage stamp. This collection of teeny, tiny crochet motifs from talented crochet designer, Steffi Glaves, explores the world of miniature in crochet form.
The step-by-step instructions show you how to create your own micro crochet makes to create a wide range of beautiful crochet pieces that can be used in so many ways. These wonderfully small motifs are beautifully detailed despite their small size and can be used for jewellery, accessories, appliques, decorations and embellishments.
You will learn the central skills needed for micro-crochet, such as how to hold the thread and hook, reading a crochet chart, special edgings, blocking and stiffening. Alongside that, you will also learn about the tools and types of threads to use, and the special techniques needed for creating the motifs in this book, such as incorporating wire, creating tiny keepsake bags and making your own jewellery.
There are simple motifs with two to four rounds of crochet and more challenging ones with more rounds, colour changes and different stitches - some of them are 3D amigurumi. Step-by-step instructions show you how to crochet intricately detailed motifs using fine cotton quilting thread and a 0.5mm crochet hook.
Choose from a wide range of motifs including flowers; leaves & plants; fruit; triangles, granny squares, Christmas and even mini amigurumi. As well as the huge choice of motifs there are 10 projects showing you how to use the motifs for small projects such as jewellery and accessories; as well as how to scale up the designs using thicker yarn and a bigger hook to make projects such as bags, bunting, accessories, wall hangings and cards.
Includes instructions for all the necessary crochet techniques and stitches, as well as specific advice for working at such as small scale. Also includes techniques for using jewellery findings and other tools to create the projects. So, if you love to crochet and fancy trying something different why not give micro crochet a go? This is the perfect guide for anyone who already has a grasp of the basic crochet stitches and techniques, and wishes to explore making jewellery, accessories, appliqués, or just tiny things for the sheer joy of it.
Tiny objects are fascinating; from dollhouse miniatures to model railways, and this includes crochet. The classic granny square is transformed into something special when it's reduced to the size of a postage stamp. This collection of teeny, tiny crochet motifs from talented crochet designer, Steffi Glaves, explores the world of miniature in crochet form.
The step-by-step instructions show you how to create your own micro crochet makes to create a wide range of beautiful crochet pieces that can be used in so many ways. These wonderfully small motifs are beautifully detailed despite their small size and can be used for jewellery, accessories, appliques, decorations and embellishments.
You will learn the central skills needed for micro-crochet, such as how to hold the thread and hook, reading a crochet chart, special edgings, blocking and stiffening. Alongside that, you will also learn about the tools and types of threads to use, and the special techniques needed for creating the motifs in this book, such as incorporating wire, creating tiny keepsake bags and making your own jewellery.
There are simple motifs with two to four rounds of crochet and more challenging ones with more rounds, colour changes and different stitches - some of them are 3D amigurumi. Step-by-step instructions show you how to crochet intricately detailed motifs using fine cotton quilting thread and a 0.5mm crochet hook.
Choose from a wide range of motifs including flowers; leaves & plants; fruit; triangles, granny squares, Christmas and even mini amigurumi. As well as the huge choice of motifs there are 10 projects showing you how to use the motifs for small projects such as jewellery and accessories; as well as how to scale up the designs using thicker yarn and a bigger hook to make projects such as bags, bunting, accessories, wall hangings and cards.
Includes instructions for all the necessary crochet techniques and stitches, as well as specific advice for working at such as small scale. Also includes techniques for using jewellery findings and other tools to create the projects. So, if you love to crochet and fancy trying something different why not give micro crochet a go? This is the perfect guide for anyone who already has a grasp of the basic crochet stitches and techniques, and wishes to explore making jewellery, accessories, appliqués, or just tiny things for the sheer joy of it.
114 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2021
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May 7, 2021
This was a total impulse purchase; I saw it reviewed in a crochet magazine and thought it looked like the most fun craft book ever. The book impulse purchase then spawned a crochet thread impulse purchase spree (thank goodness they're cheap) and I've been micro-crocheting away for a week or two now.
I haven't tried every motif in the book, but I've tried a bunch and they all work well, with clear instructions and accurate diagrams. They also scale up to regular yarn quite well. I'm not sure if I'll ever make up the finished jewelry projects, but having made textile jewelry before, her instructions look clear and accurate to me. The motifs are just adorable.
Do pay attention to the difference between UK and US crochet terminology (ie. a UK double crochet is a US single crochet); the diagrams will tell you when and how much to yarn-over, so you should be fine.
I've so far made a number of the flower and leaf motifs, one of the blanket squares (so tiny! about the size of a fingernail), a butterfly, and a few clouds. I think next I'm going to try the mini teapot and teacup because they are just too cute for words and I love tea.
I haven't tried every motif in the book, but I've tried a bunch and they all work well, with clear instructions and accurate diagrams. They also scale up to regular yarn quite well. I'm not sure if I'll ever make up the finished jewelry projects, but having made textile jewelry before, her instructions look clear and accurate to me. The motifs are just adorable.
Do pay attention to the difference between UK and US crochet terminology (ie. a UK double crochet is a US single crochet); the diagrams will tell you when and how much to yarn-over, so you should be fine.
I've so far made a number of the flower and leaf motifs, one of the blanket squares (so tiny! about the size of a fingernail), a butterfly, and a few clouds. I think next I'm going to try the mini teapot and teacup because they are just too cute for words and I love tea.
February 26, 2022
This book is full of a variety of cute motifs that can be sized up or done in micro. There are a few project ideas and they can also be used as jewelry, appliqués, etc.
This is meant for people that already know how to crochet, and there are a mix of difficulty levels. The only problem for me is that it's written in British crochet. So, American readers beware that while the book does include symbol charts (which are the same) all the word directions are in British. If you don't know what that means, she does include a translation chart in the back of the book.
This is meant for people that already know how to crochet, and there are a mix of difficulty levels. The only problem for me is that it's written in British crochet. So, American readers beware that while the book does include symbol charts (which are the same) all the word directions are in British. If you don't know what that means, she does include a translation chart in the back of the book.
May 2, 2023
This book has super cute patterns, but there were times I struggled. I am by no means a novice crocheter, but some of these patterns certainly threw me through the loop, especially the 3D donut. Additionally, I did not realize the book was written in UK terms instead of US terms until I was a quarter of the way through a leaf and noticed it looked funky. This is my bad for not checking the directions clearly, but it may have been helpful to notate that a bit more explicitly.
June 5, 2024
Adorable, beyond belief! I’ve never even considered doing crochet so small, with what is basically SEWING THREAD no less, but this book makes it look really easy. Not certain if my old eyes and big hands could do the work, though… but these tiny creations sure are cute.
August 24, 2025
Great patterns. Great instructions. Great author.
The author covered everything needed to create these tiny treasures from clear instructions to explaining which threads are best and the right hooks for each kind of thread.
The author covered everything needed to create these tiny treasures from clear instructions to explaining which threads are best and the right hooks for each kind of thread.
January 14, 2023
Good clear instructions and lovely pictures. A great book for learning the art of micro crochet with projects to show what you can use the motifs for.
March 12, 2025
Easy to follow, lots of info
It was easy to understand! I enjoyed the fact that the author provided both UK and USA information/names for the stitches.
It was easy to understand! I enjoyed the fact that the author provided both UK and USA information/names for the stitches.
February 13, 2026
Adorable little practice projects, though they typically require smaller yarns and hooks. Wonderful for gift giving or just instant gratification.
June 17, 2022
I do want to try some of these but mostly I think my hands will cramp. And what will I do with all the adorable little projects?
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