The Crochet Stitch Bible [Spiral-bound]

Betty Barnden (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 16, 2004

Author Betty Barnden shared her knowledge of needlecraft design with embroiderers in The Embroidery Stitch Bible--now she uses her expertise as a hand-knitter to bring readers The Crochet Stitch Bible. This is the book crochet enthusiasts have been waiting for. Hundreds of traditional and contemporary stitches are photographed and accompanied by detailed charts in this essential illustrated reference.

More than 200 crochet stitches are each clearly explained with a photographed sample, row-by-row instructions, easy-to-follow symbol charts, and comprehensive descriptions of all the associated techniques. Whether novice or expert, this book provides clear guidance for all skill levels with additional chapters on basic techniques and materials, a stitch identifier, and a how-to-use section.

* More than 200 photographed stitches accompanied by detailed instructions * Includes a stitch identifier for easy reference to all 200 stitches

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About the Author

As a professional hand-knitter and needlecraft designer, Betty Barnden has produced patterns for numerous yarn companies. She studied at the London’s Royal College of Art. Her designs have appeared in magazines published in Britain. Betty is also author of The Embroidery Stitch Bible, published by Krause Publications in 2003. She lives in Shropshire, England.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 128 pages
• Publisher: Krause Publications (January 16, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0873497171
• ISBN-13: 978-0873497176
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 6.6 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (78 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #25,785 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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68 of 69 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended, July 23, 2004

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M. Poller (Israel) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Crochet Stitch Bible (Spiral-bound)

There are 200 crochet stitches in this spiral bound book which makes it easy to use while crocheting. Useful index with all the stitches by name. Each stitch has illustration, instructions and chart with international symbols. Also a stitch key on right side of every odd numbered page which means you can read the charts as the symbols are right there. Stitches are grouped into broad categories such as mesh and filet. Also more details in back about the symbols and abbreviations. The terms are American with a comparison to the English in the back. My one criticism is that the actual pictures of the stitches are very dull and small when more colors would certainly have brightened up the book. Hopefully Barnden will be persuaded to bring out a second volume with more stitches. Very useful important addition to the growing crochet stitch collection.

29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars awesome reference!, March 7, 2005

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J. Chang (Alexandria, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Crochet Stitch Bible (Spiral-bound)

This crochet book is the perfect reference for those who like to make up there own projects. She gives you step by step instructions and easy to read diagrams for each stitch. From there, it's easy to imagine and create your own designs! Personally, I don't like to be confined by a particular pattern, but I love learning all the different stitches explained in this book.

32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great diagrams and instructions...., August 4, 2005

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Taffyrn "taffyrn" (Colorado) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Crochet Stitch Bible (Spiral-bound)

this book is where I often start for making new projects. Stitches are explained with good detail and photos that are very helpful. Would definately recommend to any level of crocheter!