CANDY CROCHET innovative patterns for cozy blankets, snuggly hats, and charming dresses have received updated yarn selections, but all the style is still there, along with something for knitters of every skill level. The cheerful favorites, featured in adorable full-color photographs, include a Preppy Preschooler outfit, Pastel Parfait hat and vest set, Princess-Pink cardigan, and Navajo Throw. A handy reference section covers everything from selecting yarns and determining gauge to reading charts and patterns
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CROCHET BAGS! 15 Hip Projects for Carrying Your Stuff.
By Candi Jensen.
Crochet a pretty new bag--a hip handbag, pretty purse, elegant evening clutch, or big beach tote--for each of your many looks. Includes a section on getting started and stitches. Well illustrated in color. 111 pages. Published by Storey.
CROCHET SCARVES! 16 Hip Projects for Dressing Up Your Look.
By Candi Jensen.
Crochet is back and it has never looked better than it does in these original scarf patterns. These loopy, lacy lengths of style are fun to make and flattering to wear. Includes all the instruction you need. Well illustrated in color. 95 pages. Published by Storey.
HOOKED ON CROCHET Now Hooked on Crochet capitalizes on this hot, new trend by offering novice and veteran crocheters 20 projects, including hats, bags, clothing, and even accessories for the home. If you love the look but have never crocheted, this is the book for you. First-time crocheters will learn the basic techniques, all fully illustrated, step by step, as they complete beautiful and useful projects to wear and give as gifts.
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Candi Jensen has been a craft and needlepoint designer for more than 25 years. She is widely published in national magazines including Vogue Knittingand Better Homes and Gardens. She is the author of Crochet Scarves!, Crochet Bags!and Hooked on Crochet. Candi lives in the San Francisco Bay area.
BOOKS BY CANDI JENSEN
CANDY BABIES Candy Jensen, something special for babies. From a too-cute denim-inspired jacket and a delicate wrap cardigan to whimsical South-American poncho and faux shearling hat and booties, this stylish collection of designs will fit the younger set just fine. Beautiful full-color photographs and basic instructions accompany each project, but don’t be afraid to experiment with different yarns and colors. Warm baby up in a Pastel Parfait hat and vest set, inspired by vintage fashions; dress an All-American Girl in a red-white-and blue tank top and matching shorts; and put a little princess in the pink with a pint-sized cardigan.
KNIT SCARVES! 16 Cool Patterns to Keep You Warm.
By Candi Jensen.
Provides 16 foolproof patterns, plus 27 additional yarn variations, that will build a beginner's confidence while teaching new techniques to experienced knitters. Color photos. 95 pages. Published by Storey.
CROCHET HATS Fast, fun, and relaxing, crocheting a hat is a rewarding way to practice basic skills, try out new stitches, or tackle particularly challenging patterns. "Crochet Hats!" features 15 original patterns for pretty, new looks,classic as well as cutting edge, sunny and light as well as cozy and warm. Created for every skill level.
KNITTING LOVES CROCHET: 22 Stylish Designs to Hook Up Your Knitting with a Touch of Crochet.
By Candi Jensen.
Never have knitting and crochet played so well together as they do in these charming projects, designed to highlight everything you love about the craft. Projects include Fingerless Gloves, Scarves, a Felted Bag, a Back Pack, and sweaters. Well illustrated in color. 192 pages. Published by Storey.
