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Mar 31

Stitch by Stitch

Posted to Book Notes on March 31, 2025 at 10:49 AM by Genesis Gaule

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Knit & Crochet Social Hour // Tues, Apr 8 @ 5:30 pm
Monthly // All ages // Bring your latest project, exchange ideas and learn new stitches from your fellow knitters/crocheters for this meet up group with those that share a "common thread" with you. 

Stitch-by-Stitch

by Jane Bull 

J NF ART   

Stitch by Stitch will make young crafters aged 7-11 become confident at sewing projects, from stitched felt flowers to a cute, crocheted bag. They will discover how to knit a simple doll’s scarf and find out how to create a colorful patchwork cushion. Award-winning author Jane Bull combines her unique arty style and excellent instructions to teach children how to knit, sew, crochet, appliqué, embroider, and patchwork. 

The Knitting Book

by Vikki Haffenden 

746.43 HAFFENDEN 2019 

This new edition of DK's knitting bible takes you from beginner to expert, with hundreds of step-by-step techniques, more than 120 stitch patterns for a variety of knitting stitches, and 20 knitting projects suitable for all abilities. Fully illustrated and easy to use, The Knitting Book is a one-stop resource for beginners and a rich source of inspiration for avid knitters who want to progress their skills and try new stitch patterns. Each technique is shown in clear photographic steps and explained with helpful annotations and arrows, from basic casting on to intricate Fair Isle and cable patterns. 

Yarn, Yarn, Yarn

50 fun crochet and knitting projects to color your world
by Sania Hedengren 

746.43 HEDENGREN 

Don’t buy a spool of ribbon when wrapping presents for the holidays, crochet an ornate cord instead! Protect your laptop with a crochet cover, and make a matching one for your iPhone. Make a shawl for a friend made of colorful granny squares, and crochet teddy bears for the kids. All while the ring on your finger is ornamented with a radiant crocheted flower. Featuring stunning photographs and step-by-step instructions for projects of all shapes, sizes, and sorts, Yarn, Yarn, Yarn is perfect for everyone in love with knitting, crocheting, and decorating with yarn. 

The Complete Guide to Crochet Dolls and Animal

Amigurumi techniques made easy
by The Japan Amigurumi Association

746.434 COMPLETE 2021 

Hundreds of photos demonstrate the best crochet stitches to use, along with lessons on how to assemble amigurumi figures correctly and give them more personality. All the basic stitches and steps are explained in detail, including extra directions for left-handed crafters. This is the official guide created by The Japan Amigurumi Association, whose thousands of members are found all over Japan, the original home of amigurumi. It provides an authoritative overview of techniques and includes all the information that amigurumi enthusiasts need to know to create their own toy. 

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Tag(s): nonfiction, knitting, junior nonfiction, fiber arts, crochet, book notes, arts and crafts

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Dec 23

Cozy crochet and knitting projects

Posted to Book Notes on December 23, 2024 at 10:05 AM by Genesis Gaule

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Knit & Crochet Social Hour // Tues, Jan 14 @ 5:30 pm
Monthly // All ages // Bring your latest project, exchange ideas and learn new stitches from your fellow knitters/crocheters for this meet up group with those that share a "common thread" with you. 

Knitting stitches

Over 300 contemporary and traditional stitches
by Mary Webb 

Kit CRAFT Knit 

Part of our Library of Things Learn to Knit Kit! // Knitting Stitches is a small-format, portable guide to more than 300 stitch patterns. From the most basic to the more intricate, these traditional and contemporary patterns are demonstrated in clear, colorful illustrations with concise step-by-step instructions. With the stitches grouped by kind cable, bobble and the various others, locating a specific stitch and determining its degree of difficulty is fast and easy. This is the perfect reference for discovering the pleasure of creating just the right pattern and texture for a knitting project. 

Quick Nordic Knits

50 socks, hats, and mittens
by Ann-Marie Nilsson 

746.43 NILSSON 

An accomplished designer's signature patterns for hats, gloves, wristbands, socks, and ankle-warmers are collected in this enticing project book. Using two-ply yarn in an array of colors and including both color photography and black-and-white charts to illustrate the designs, this guide gives comprehensive instructions for following the patterns within. With different color combinations and innovative techniques, knitters of every skill level and commitment to the craft will expand their knitting skills and gain valuable inspiration for creative cold-weather gear. 

Yarn, Yarn, Yarn

50 fun crochet and knitting projects to color your world
by Sania Hedengren 

746.43 HEDENGREN 

Don’t buy a spool of ribbon when wrapping presents for the holidays, crochet an ornate cord instead! Protect your laptop with a crochet cover, and make a matching one for your iPhone. Make a shawl for a friend made of colorful granny squares, and crochet teddy bears for the kids. All while the ring on your finger is ornamented with a radiant crocheted flower. Featuring stunning photographs and step-by-step instructions for projects of all shapes, sizes, and sorts, Yarn, Yarn, Yarn is perfect for everyone in love with knitting, crocheting, and decorating with yarn. 

The Complete Guide to Crochet Dolls and Animal

Amigurumi techniques made easy
by The Japan Amigurumi Association

746.434 COMPLETE 2021 

Hundreds of photos demonstrate the best crochet stitches to use, along with lessons on how to assemble amigurumi figures correctly and give them more personality. All the basic stitches and steps are explained in detail, including extra directions for left-handed crafters. This is the official guide created by The Japan Amigurumi Association, whose thousands of members are found all over Japan, the original home of amigurumi. It provides an authoritative overview of techniques and includes all the information that amigurumi enthusiasts need to know to create their own toy. 

Find more knitting and crochet books at the library!

If you need help accessing any of these titles or using front door pickup, email or call us and we will be happy to assist you!

Check out new arrivals in our catalog: Books | Audiobooks | DVDs | Videogames | Library of Things | Libby

Tag(s): nonfiction, knitting, fiber arts, crochet, book notes, arts and crafts

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Jun 03

Yarn Wizardry

Posted to Book Notes on June 3, 2024 at 12:02 PM by Genesis Gaule

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Knit & Crochet Social Hour // Tues, Jun 11 @ 5:30 pm
Monthly // All ages // Bring your latest project, exchange ideas and learn new stitches from your fellow knitters/crocheters for this meet up group with those that share a "common thread" with you. 

Crochet Wizardry

The official Harry Potter crochet pattern book
by Lee Satori 

746.434 SARTORI 2021

Conjure the magic of the Wizarding World with your crochet hook with this deluxe collection of more than 20 official patterns for toys, keepsakes, and costume replicas inspired by the Harry Potter films. Crochet Wizardry also includes behind-the-scenes facts and quotes from the films, as well as concept art and film stills to inspire your creativity and relive favorite movie moments.

Pixel Crochet

by Hannah Meur

746.43 MEUR

Pixilated patterns have a really cool, retro feel—and these 101 unique and original motifs are created by seaming simple one-color squares. Take this technique to the next level, and crochet a range of beautiful themed home accessories, from flowers and food to animals and typography.  

Crochet

More than 130 Techniques and Stitches for the Home and to Wear
by DK

746.434 CROCHET 2020

A complete guide to crocheting for beginners and practiced crocheters with more than 130 techniques and stitches. As a bonus, there are 80 projects for you to practice and enjoy! If you are picking up your first crochet hook, this book will lead you through the basic stitches and starts you off with classic granny squares for blankets. 

Knitless

50 no-knit, stash-busting yarn projects
by Laura McFadden

746.4 MCFADDEN

Are you a knitter, crocheter, crafter, or none of the above? This clever book gives yarn lovers—both knitters and non-knitters alike—50 fun ways to use their stashes without taking out their knitting needles.

Find more knitting and crochet books at the library!

If you need help accessing any of these titles or using front door pickup, email or call us and we will be happy to assist you!

Check out new arrivals in our catalog: Books | Audiobooks | DVDs | Videogames | Library of Things | Libby

Tag(s): nonfiction, knitting, fiber arts, crochet, book notes, arts and crafts

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