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Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary: 125 Essential Stitches to Crochet in Three Ways

by Dora Ohrenstein, Abrams

www.amazon.com/Crochet-Every-Way-Stitch-Dictionary/dp/1419732919/ref=sr_1_6

Dora Ohrenstein has pulled together completely detailed instructions for not 100, not 115, but 125 different stitch patterns into one big book. Not only are these stitch patterns clear and concise, each are explains in detail how to increase and decrease each stitch pattern in three different ways. A range of styles from lace to shells to those lovely textured stitches makes this a must-have book for all crocheters.

Congrats to Mary R from Wisconsin for winning our copy of Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary! Thank you all for participating and stay tuned for more giveaways!

Paperback, 288Pages, $17.87, 978-1419732911

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Crochet for Girls: 23 Dresses, Sweaters, and Accessories

by Zess, Stackpole Books

www.amazon.com/Crochet-Girls-Dresses-Sweaters-Accessories/dp/0811736512/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=crochet&qid=1554397716&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&rnid=1250225011&s=books&sr=1-4

Little girls love to play dress up and what better way than to play than with handmade crocheted sweaters, skirts, hats and more? Make her feel like a princess with a stylish new wardrobe — all crocheted by you! In case you need some refreshers, this book has a nice selection of tutorials to peruse before diving into the projects. Before you know it, you’ll be making the most adorable designs in no time.

Paperback, 128Pages, $16.34, 978-0811736510

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Dinosaurs to Crochet: 15 Fun-to-Make Patterns for Playful Prehistoric Wonders

by Megan Kreiner, Spring House Press

www.amazon.com/Dinosaurs-Crochet-Fun-Make-Prehistoric/dp/1940611903

Watch as prehistoric creatures come to life with these clever designs featuring 15 different dinosaur patterns. This book is full of easy-to-follow instructions for some of the most popular dinosaurs and even includes an informative how-to section to help you along the way.

Paperback, 128Pages, $13.31, 978-1940611907

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Raffia Crochet: 10 Contemporary Crochet Patterns with Raffia Yarn

by Wool and the Gang, F+W Media

www.amazon.com/Raffia-Crochet-Contemporary-Patterns-Yarn/dp/1446307484/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=crochet&qid=1554397716&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&rnid=1250225011&s=books&sr=1-5

Crocheting with raffia is the trend you just can’t miss and this book of patterns from Wool and the Gang is just what you need to get started. From hats to bags, raffia is the new summer yarn that you’ll love to crochet with.

 

Paperback, 72Pages, $17.99, 978-1446307489

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