Crochet Books

Turn your scrap yarn into colourful crochet projects

NAOMI VINCENT

Love yarn but don't know what to do with all your scraps? This guide will show you how to make wonderful, colourful cakes of yarn to create scrappy but beautiful crochet makes. 

This unique book explains how you can use up the small balls of yarn that are left over from project making, to make bespoke ‘scrap cakes’ – chunky balls of scrap yarn – specifically to suit a crochet pattern.

Crocheting with scrap cakes gives the finished project a multicoloured scrappy look but in a considered way, because the author explains how to create the scrap cakes to get the perfect colour contrast. She also explains how to make scrap cakes with different colour themes by sorting your scraps into tonal groups before winding them up, it's the perfect way to play with colour and make unique yarn for your crochet projects.

The front of the book features a section about how to make the scrap cakes which author, Naomi Vincent, makes on a winder. She also explains how to make them if you are winding the balls by hand in order to make sure that the yarn comes from the centre of the ball while you're working.

Naomi explains how many lengths of each colour yarn you need for each part of the pattern, how to measure it out and in what order, how to do the ‘magic knot’ technique to join the yarns and the order they need to be wound in.

In addition to the instructions about making the scrap cakes there are 15 crochet projects for colorful scrappy makes including a shawl, scarf, bag, hat, cardigan and different sized blankets and throws. The projects use lots of interesting crochet stitches and techniques - there's a granny square blanket, a corner to corner throw and some fun stitches like the mini bean stitch and the cluster stitch, and there are instructions for all of these at the back of the book for reference.

This has everything you need to bust your stash of 'yarnlings' and make some amazing crochet projects along the way!

Fiber & Fabric Mania ! A Travel Guide 2025

The Ultimate Travel Guide for anyone who loves to: Quilt, knit, needlepoint, crochet, weave, hand-spin, cross-stitch, and embroider. Now you can find stores anywhere you travel in the US! Includes state maps with detailed listings by city!

Makes a great holiday gift! ALL your favorite shops listed in one compact book, including Icon Fiber Arts! Now you can find all your favorite shops in one compact 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" guide. Updated & confirmed annually! 

15 colourful cactuses and other pot plants to make for your home.

15 delightful patterns to make a wide variety of flowering and other crocheted succulents in pots.

If you love to crochet and decorate your home with lovely projects, this is the book for you! Make 15 different crocheted succulents that can decorate your windowsill, table, shelf or anywhere else in your home. These delightful amigurumi plants are inspired by real succulent species, and there are both small and large projects. All you need is some yarn, a hook and some pots! With a short techniques section to get you started, you can make a whole display in no time

Great to make as gifts for friends and family.

Author: Sarah Abbondio
Imprint: Search Press
Format: Hardcover
Total Page Count: 48
ISBN: 9781782219019

Whip up a fresh batch of amigurumi!

Crochet Cafe features over 30 adorable and appetizing food-inspired amigurumi patterns. Lauren Espy, author of 2019's No. 1 best-selling amigurumi book in the United States, Whimsical Stitches, gives you the ingredients and recipes you need to crochet your favorite meals and treats. Easy-to-follow patterns, detailed photographs, and helpful tips make this book perfect for novice and experienced crocheters alike.

Enjoy:
Brunch with eggs benedict or avocado toast
Lunch on the go with a bento box or burrito
A traditional Italian spaghetti dinner, complete with meatballs, red wine, and cannoli

These simple and darling patterns are sure to bring a smile to your face. So, pick up a hook and have fun playing with your food!

Size: 7.51"W x 10"H x 0.68"D

216 Pages

 Paige Tate & Co.

Make 20 fun animal granny squares, all with raised or textured elements that are perfect for building up into larger projects.

The time has come for a fresh, fun take on the classic granny square.
Featuring 20 popular animals (including dogs, cats, bears, sheep, pigs, lions, turtles, ladybugs, sloths and more), this book has a 3D animal to suite every taste! Use different stitches to create textured elements such as fluffy manes, shaggy fur and frilly tentacles, and crochet three-dimensional elements such as ears, eyes, horns, beaks and wings to bring the animals to life!

Make wonderfully tactile gifts featuring a whole menagerie of animal friends, or just pick and choose your favorites.

Published by Search Press
Oct 11, 2022 | 64 Pages | 5-9/10 x 8-1/5 | ISBN 9781782219811

Discover this fun, festive collection of 20 Christmas decorations, accessories and toys from popular designer, Val Pierce!

Whether you want to craft the perfect gift for your loved ones or spruce up your home with hand-made decorations, these stash-busting projects will inspire plenty of Christmas cheer.

Choose from projects including:

sparkly Christmas tree garland
a charming gnome wreath to adorn your tree
toys including Santa and Mrs Christmas, a gingerbread girl and boy and a sugarplum fairy mouse
re-usable finishing touches including personalized gift bags and tags.

Suitable for crocheters of all abilities, this fun collection of 20 easy-to-follow patterns will get you ready for Christmas and ensure that your holiday season sparkles with handmade touches.

The original best-selling Twenty to Make series has sold over 2 million copies worldwide! All titles in the best-selling All-New Twenty to Make series come in a handy hardback pocket-size format that makes them perfect little gifts, each containing 20 brand-new projects.

Published by Search Press
Aug 27, 2024 | 64 Pages | 5-3/4 x 8-1/4 | ISBN 9781800922167

Crochet 35 home accessories, decorations, and gifts that are bursting with color.

Discover the joy of crochet with this collection of 35 playful and vibrant patterns. Suitable for complete beginners through to experienced crocheters, these irresistible projects are made in a range of bright rainbow colors and many are perfect for using up yarn from your stash.

In the first chapter, you’ll find inventive patterns to add a burst of color and personality to your home, such as a toadstool storage basket, a flower pillow, and tassel placemats and coasters.

Chapter 2 features super-cute gifts such as simple bookmarks, refrigerator magnets, and a strawberry bottle carrier, so that you can share your handmade creations with family and friends.

Finally, Chapter 3 includes plenty of ideas for beautiful decorations such as a stunning crocheted flowers, bobble bunting, and a mobile complete with mini rainbows, bees, and flowers.

The projects are illustrated with inspirational photography, and there's a guide to the stitches you'll need.

Don't be afraid to mix colors and cables!

The often-repeated advice that it is best to choose solid-color yarns when you crochet cables is not always true. With a little bit of knowledge and planning, you can crochet beautiful Celtic cables and enhance the design with your choice of a multicolored yarn.

Author Noelle R. B. Stiles is a vision scientist and has done extensive research into the art and science of color play (so that you don't have to!). What she brings to this book is the practical side of color usage. She gives you a broad look at how colors and designs work together and illustrates how color choices affect the final outcome of your crochet pieces. She specifically sets out to prove that multicolored yarns should not be sidelined in your textured crochet pieces and can be used to great advantage. With practical examples and 20 patterns, she shows how crochet designs can feature both a multicolored yarn and an intricate cable to gorgeous effect. Patterns include eye-catching scarves, hats, mitts, blanket, cardigan, and more. If you are new to cabling, there are step-by-step instructions and several beginner patterns. Pull out your favorite hand-painted or variegated yarn and give it a try!

Adorn your mantle with handmade crocheted stockings!

Whether you are looking for a stocking reminiscent of Christmases past or love a fresh twist on tradition such as the Santa hat or mitten "stocking," you'll find just what you need in this collection. Styles include colorful textured patterns, granny squares, stripes, bobbles, cables, and more; some with tassels and ties and all with a loop for hanging. Change up the colors to go with any holiday color scheme.

All patterns are achievable by a beginner to intermediate crocheter, and small projects like this are the perfect place to learn and practice new skills. Your unique stocking may also give Santa a clue as to what he should put in your stocking—more yarn!

Unleash your little ones’ imagination with these fabulous costume pieces that are quick and simple to make and customize.

When Emma Friedlander-Collins was a new convert to crochet and a mother of two small superheroes, she was frustrated by the lack of patterns available for children’s costumes, so she decided to start designing her own. This collection is the result, featuring 35+ garments and accessories that make up 15 different costumes. All the dressing-up favorites are here, from pirates, mermaids, superheroes, and Vikings to fairytale characters such as Rapunzel and Red Riding Hood. There are even some furry friends—just look at the cute cat and floppy-eared bunny outfits! All of the items are suitable for various ages and sizes, require no complicated sewing or finishing, and will cost you a fraction of the price of store-bought outfits. Plus, they're quick to whip up, making them great for last-minute panics over forgotten party invitations.

Publisher: CICO Books (May 14, 2024)
Length: 128 pages
ISBN13: 9781800653306

Crochet 35 adorable amigurumi projects, including a butterfly, flowers, cherries, a paintbrush, and more.

Make your own collection of cuddly characters with these easy-to-crochet patterns from expert crafter Laura Strutt. Perfect for creating beautiful projects to keep, display, or give, amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting 3D toys. In chapter 1, Foodie Fun, you’ll discover how to crochet colorful fruits, sweet treats, and even some mini sushi. In chapter 2, Under the Sea, there are colorful ocean creatures such as a jellyfish, a mermaid, and a seahorse. Chapter 3, Daily Life, features makes that are bursting with character such as crayons, a little tea cup, and a cactus. In chapter 4, Out in the Yard, you’ll find adorable woodland creatures including a rabbit and a fox as well as a toadstool, a frog, and a snail. Finally, chapter 5, Super Size, features a range of extra-large designs, all made with chunky yarns. Each project is illustrated with stunning photography to inspire your crocheting. All you’ll need is some yarn, a crochet hook, and a few basic materials to get started, and there’s also an easy-to-follow techniques section that guides you through all the stitches and skills you will need.

Learn the art of amigurumi to create small, plushy versions of your favorite Harry Potter characters, creatures, and magical objects, such as Professor Snape, a Pygmy Puff, a Howler, and more!

Packed with cuteness and more than 25 amigurumi patterns, Harry Potter: The Official Book of Crochet Amigurumi will have you crocheting adorable witches and wizards in no time!

A comprehensive, officially licensed guide to crocheting amigurumi from the Wizarding World, Harry Potter: The Official Book of Crochet Amigurumi includes designs for every skill level and a wide range of stitches and techniques featuring yarn expertly matched to the true colors used in the films.

Also included are 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. With beautiful full-color photography, step-by-step instructions, and clearly presented charts and schematics, Harry Potter: The Official Book of Crochet Amigurumi is the ultimate guide to creating your own adorable companions from the Wizarding World.

A MUST-HAVE FOR FANS: Featuring adorable designs for the likes of Harry, Fawkes, the Golden Snitch, and other Harry Potter favorites, this book is a must-have for any fan

STUNNING IMAGES: Beautiful, full-color photos of finished designs help ensure success

FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS: Perfect for kids, adults, and families, this book has easy-to-follow patterns, making it ideal for any skill level and occasion.

OFFICIALLY LICENSED: This is the first and only official Wizarding World crochet amigurumi guide

Adorable animals to crochet, including all your favorite bears, birds, and pets.

A world away from mass-produced plush toys, Emma Brown’s hand-crocheted creations have a life of their own. Ronnie the bear is a Ranger on the imaginary island of Shady Bay and he takes his backpack and cozy scarf whenever he goes on his outdoor adventures. Archie and Boris the Dogs are two crafty brothers and together they build homes for the other animals on the island. There’s Whimsie the Rabbit with a wild imagination and Breeze the Owl who swoops high amongst the trees gathering the midnight fruit for the other animals. With 25 gorgeous patterns suitable for beginners through to experienced crafters, you’re sure to find a unique toy in Crocheted Animal Friends that will spark a child’s imagination and become a firm friend for life.

Crocheted Flowers is a collection of 30 stylish and realistic blooms to crochet, 

there’s sure to be a favorite for everyone. The projects make charming gifts and provide instant decorations for plain bags, clothing, accessories, and home decor. Each project has detailed color photography and clear, concise instructions to follow.  These pretty projects are fun to make and the perfect way to use up your stash of your favorite yarn.

30 easy and realistic projects, suitable for all abilities
Features both flat and 3D styles
Attractive projects make great gifts, accessories and decorations
Perfect for using up yarn oddments
Key techniques explained
Beautiful color photography of the finished flowers

Find a new way to learn to knit with this card deck of 52 stitches to get you started!

In this unique card deck you'll find step-by-step instructions for 52 simple stitches and textural stitch patterns to up your knitting game. Each card shows the finished stitch texture with clear and concise instructions on how to knit it, attractively designed and all presented in a neat and pretty box.

A perfect introduction to knitting for beginners and improvers, this deck showcases a wide range of stitches and stitch patterns in an easy to learn - and to refer back to - format. For more experienced knitters, the deck is the perfect inspiration tool, making it easy to find a new stitch to incorporate into a project. The cards are robust enough to be tucked into a project bag, making stitching on the go easy and fun.

With a handy 24-page booklet providing beginner instructions for all the foundation stitches, the cards in this deck are designed to be taken out into the world, meaning you can learn on the go and making it easy to always have a project at hand.

Presented in a wafer sealed box, this Knitting Stitches card deck contains all the information you need to know to get started - just add yarn and needles, and away you go!

Author Claire Crompton has been pioneering the rediscovery of all the incredible stitches and textures available to the knitter in her book The Knitter's Bible Stitch Library, from which the stitches in this deck have been excerpted.

Whether you are a keen knitter or an absolute beginner, this invaluable deck is your go-to tool for everything you need to start - or continue - your knitting journey.

Publication Date: 24-09-2024
ISBN: 9781446314302
Format: Cards
Dimensions: 150 x 95mm

Find a new way to learn crochet with this card deck of 52 stitches to get you started!

In this unique card deck you'll find step-by-step instructions for 52 simple stitches and textural stitch patterns to up your crochet game. Each card shows the finished stitch texture with clear and concise instructions on how to crochet it, attractively designed and all presented in a neat and pretty box.

A perfect introduction to crochet for beginners and improvers, this deck showcases a wide range of stitches and stitch patterns in an easy to learn - and to refer back to - format. For more experienced crocheters, the deck is the perfect inspiration tool, making it easy to find a new stitch to incorporate into a project. The cards are robust enough to be tucked into a project bag, making crochet on the go easy and fun.

With a handy 24-page booklet providing beginner instructions for all the foundation stitches, the cards in this deck are designed to be taken out into the world, meaning you can learn on the go and making it easy to always have a project at hand.

Written in US crochet terms and presented in a wafer sealed box, this Crochet Stitches card deck contains all the information you need to know to get started - just add yarn and hook, and away you go!

Author Esme Crick has been pioneering the rediscovery of all the incredible stitches and textures available to the crocheter in her book Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets, from which the stitches in this deck have been excerpted.

Whether you are a keen crocheter or an absolute beginner, this invaluable deck is your go-to tool for everything you need to start - or continue - your crochet journey.

Publication Date: 24-09-2024
ISBN: 9781446314319
Format: Cards
Dimensions: 150 x 95mm

60 Quick Granny Squares provides 60 diverse patterns for
individual squares that range in style and skill level. Essential how-to
instruction, useful insights, and 10 granny square projects with unique
constructions make this book a useful reference and source of
inspiration for anyone who loves getting creative with their grannies.

It's time to take your granny squares to the next level In 60 Quick Granny Squares, you will find dozens of unique patterns. Fresh twists on the classic granny square, 3D flowers, graphic designs, swirls, lace, cable-like twists, and much more await. From beginner to experienced, this collection has patterns for crocheters of all skill levels. More than just patterns, this book also includes detailed step-by-step instruction on practical techniques, such as various ways to start the squares and join new colors, making it a great resource that builds crochet knowledge and skills. Additionally, every square in this collection can be used to create 10 bonus project patterns that use inventive yet simple constructions. Pick your favorite squares, crochet them in your favorite colors, and put them together into what will surely become your favorite blanket, scarf, purse, pullover, or cardigan. Fun and informative, 60 Quick Granny Squares will inspire you with the limitless possibilities of the granny square.

Fire up your crochet hooks and get your granny on! This accessible guide includes clear instructions and a photo of each finished project.

Adapted from the best-selling The Granny Square Book, Second Edition, Granny Square Crochet for Beginnersgives you everything you need to get started with crochet and to start making and creating projects with granny squares.

Granny Squares for Beginners shows you how the easy technique of crocheting square by square is not only portable and convenient but is also amazingly versatile and can be interpreted in countless ways with different yarns. You’ll find:
 

Easy essentials. Learn about basic supplies and stitches, easy techniques for making granny squares, and adding simple details and finishing.
A rich collection of granny square patterns. Explore a wide range of designs, from classic geometrics to fun florals.
Easy, beginner-level projects. The simple projects for accessories, garments, and gifts prove that granny squares can be used to make almost anything.

Learn to crochet granny squares and create your own unique projects with Granny Square Crochet for Beginners.

Crochet hilariously upside-down versions of cartoon characters, video game heroes, and childhood toys with the first-ever AI-generated crochet book showcasing the extremely weird, bad-good patterns made by a computer.

What happens when you ask ChatGPT to write an amigurumi pattern?

In early 2023, we asked the groundbreaking AI platform to create adorable crochet patterns of beloved characters and our favorite animals. Instead, we were left with charmingly strange versions of these creatures that delighted and horrified, like:

Squooshward, a confused adaptation of Spongebob's grouchy neighbor
Beige Space Baby, a flesh-colored horror in the general shape of beloved Baby Yoda
Burfy, an even more terrifying version of the cursed 90s children's toy
Oopa, a deranged interpretation of Aang's trusty flying bison
And more!

Whether you're a beginner crocheter or an advanced yarn worker, grab your copy and stitch along with these patterns that are completely wrong, slightly strange, but above all hilariously fun.

Create more than 100 adorable amigurumi animals while learning skills and techniques to stitch any crochet critter you can imagine.

There’s nothing more satisfying than creating something with your hands—especially when it’s your own design and it’s cuddly and adorable. In Amigurumi Friends, popular crochet designer Jade Gauthier-Boutin shares a variety of approaches to stitching, customizing, and designing your own crochet critters.
 
Jade first provides detailed patterns for five basic animal poses—two standing, two sitting, and one lying down. You then choose your own crochet adventure by changing the muzzles, ears, tails, colors, and other details to create more than 100 adorable animals. With an overview of crochet techniques and amigurumi basics, even beginning crocheters will be able to stitch their chosen crochet animals. This comprehensive guide includes:
 

Clear instructions for the basic head and for five body shapes and poses
Twenty animal types with instructions for crocheting all five variations
Ideas for customizing the projects with different expressions, yarns, colors, and more
Inspiration and guidance to design your own amigurumi from scratch
QR codes linked to video tutorials to make creating amigurumi even easier

With so many options, the hardest part will be deciding which crochet cutie to make first. Choose from animals from all around the world . . . and beyond:
 

At the Zoo: Take a walk on the wild side with lions, and pandas, and zebras, oh my!
Woodland Friends: Sweet forest creatures like foxes, moose, and bears
On the Farm: Cows, donkeys, bunnies, and other lovable barnyard pals
Out of This World: Dinosaurs, dragons, and unicorns expand the amigurumi universe
 
Whether you’re new to crochet or amigurumi or looking for fresh ideas to make, gift, and even sell, Amigurumi Friends provides everything you need to know to stitch up your own marvelous menagerie of cuddly critters.

The perfect guidebook for beginners, Hot Girl Crochet offers 15 super cool and easy projects from Danish contemporary crochet star Rose Svane so you can learn howto crochet your own clothes, accessories, and homeware.

Rose built her popular brand off stylish crocheted clothing and accessories that earned her international attention, Instagram fame, and customers like Internet icon Emma Chamberlain, Maddie Ziegler, and Meadow Walker. Her designs have been featured in Cosmopolitan and copied by people all over the world.

In Hot Girl Crochet, Rose shares step-by-step instructions to re-create her signature crocheted looks at home. Readers can make:

A bucket hat
A crocheted bikini
A checkered lampshade
A leftover yarn sweater
A cross-body bag
A beach skirt
Featuring the woven, dreamy look that Rose is known for, each project can be customized and brought to life by beginners and practiced crafters alike.

Includes Color Photographs

My Pretty Brown Doll is the first pattern book for making unique, customizable African American crochet dolls.

From American Girl Dolls to Barbie, there’s something special about having your own doll, and even more so, having a doll that looks like you. And it’s not just about clothing; having a doll that has eyes, skin tone, and even a hairstyle to match your own is a thrill. For African American girls, this isn’t the norm nor is it easy to find.

Created by Yolanda Jordan, My Pretty Brown Doll offers patterns and crochet techniques to create this charming crochet doll, with skin tone, hairstyle, eyes, and outfits that are customizable to match the young person this gift is for. Jordan’s unique aesthetic will appeal to a wide variety of crocheters, and there are endless possibilities to make this doll unique.

The book covers a basic wardrobe, including pants, shirts, shoes, coats, a hat, and a scarf. But then Jordan dives into specific adventures like going to school and playing soccer, dancing ballet and traveling to Paris. There’s even a mermaid and a scientist outfit, complete with lab coat. Offering African American girls the chance to have their own doll, who looks like them and can be outfitted exactly the way they want, is a gift unlike any other. It’s a wonderful opportunity to deliver something special to an underserved market.

Includes color images

Crochet Monsters contains instructions for 37 unique bodies and more than 15 teeth patterns, tongues and horns, hair and scales, tails and limbs and more! Nearly everything is interchangeable so with over 30 limb options and so many more ways to customize your Monster, you can make a unique creature every time you return to this book.

Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN13: 9780811771634
Pub Date: Jul 15, 2024

Learn to crochet cables!

Have you ever wanted to create a sweater with beautiful cables, but you didn’t know how to knit? Now, in Contemporary Celtic Crochet, you can learn how to use basic crochet stitches to create the same stunning effect on sweater wraps, stoles, cardigans, and more. This book features easy projects, such as hats, scarves and device covers, and more difficult projects, including sweaters, wraps and blankets. Make the Hialeah Honey Baby Blankey to swaddle a newborn or create the Inisheer Sweater Wrap to stay cozy in cool weather. The Cables Meet Lace Cape is perfect for evenings out, and the Pennywhistler’s Pack will let you carry your essentials on any day trip. These Celtic-inspired stitches and projects are the perfect addition to your crochet repertoire.

Adorable amigurumi creations

Break into crochet with amigurumi, the Japanese craft of crocheting small stuffed toys! Beginners and crochet enthusiasts alike will delight in choosing from 16 quirky creatures to create, including a dapper tiger, a masked fox, an adorable hedgehog, and more. Quick and satisfying to make, these 4.5˝-tall creatures can be made in a few hours or over the course of a day or weekend. They are also conveniently portable for creating on the go.

Crochet 16 quirky characters and their accessories

Portable, collectable, and giftable 4.5˝-tall creatures made by you!

Beginners delight in easy-to-follow crochet instructions

Welcome baby with crocheted blankets, sweaters, hats, booties, and more!

In this collection for baby, you'll find patterns for matching sets of baby classics like sweaters, blankets, and booties. Make the sets as shown or mix and match--all items are made with DK weight yarn so it is easy to use your favorite yarns and make any of the pieces to create the ultimate baby layette.

Sizes range from newborn to 12 months, and all patterns are easy to intermediate in skill level. You don't need to be a crochet expert to make a beautiful gift for baby. If you need a refresher or are new to a crochet technique, step-by-step tutorials are included. There are 30 designs in all. Get in on the fun of giving crocheted joy to all the new babies in your life!

Encourage imaginative play with a fully stocked kitchen!

Crochet cupcakes, teapots, ice pops, pizza, cucumbers, lettuce, a mixer, measuring cups, a food scale—if it’s in the kitchen, you can crochet it with the instructions in this book. Patterns are provided for 90 foods and kitchen items; you can make a child’s dream play kitchen come true. Fast and fun to crochet, these patterns are great for whipping up toys quickly and using up bits of yarn leftover from other projects. This must-have book for friends of young foodies will have you filling their play kitchen with utensils, gadgets, and yummy treats.

10,000 Crocheted Hats is a fun and clever flip-page instruction book for designing and building your own unique headwear creations.

This interactive crochet book contains photographs of different hat brims, bodies and crowns that can be combined in a total of 10,626 ways to create unique hat patterns.   

Choose your design, then turn over the pages for the correct written pattern for that combination of brim, body and crown. 

Follow-up to 10,000 Knitted Hats
Handy embellishments section to add extra features
Clear and easy-to-use format, suitable for all abilities
Every pattern comes in three adult sizes
The ultimate crocheted hat resource, there is something for everyone. Readers are able to easily craft something stylish, unique and personal.