Crocheting for dummies - Susan Brittain

8 pages of fullcolor photos illustrate projects in the book Stepbystep instructions make it easy to get hooked on crocheting Whether youre a firsttime crocheter or looking to expand your skills, this handson guide helps you choose the right tools, create basic stitches, and finish off your work. Then, youll move on to more advanced techniques and make purses, hats, sweaters, and afghans. Youll also find out how to care for your crocheted items. The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tearout cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun Discover how to: Read crochet patterns Select hooks and yarns Increase and decrease stitches Crochet in circles and squares Fix your mistakes Assemble a finished project