The Crochet Stitch Bible

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. More than 200 photographed stitches accompanied by detailed instructions. With a great stitch identifier for easy reference to all 200 stitches.
A very handy size to fit in our crochet bag, with a spiral binding, so it lays flat. 250 pages !

Encyclopedia of Crochet Techniques

A step-by-step guide by Jan Eaton. All the basic information to get started. Also includes a wide range of crochet techniques and crochet stitches, 7 inspirational (and cute!) projects to expand on the techniques explained, and a gallery of items by world wide designers to inspire you.

This 150 page, full color hard-back book is really nice. This book contains a bit more than I've seen in other crochet technique books. Quite nice !!

Easy Beaded Crochet

128 pages · 200 color photos, illus.
Easy Beaded Crochet offers you more than 20 stunning designs to create gorgeous embellished garments and accessories, whether you are an experienced crocheter or new to the craft! This guide includes a range of versatile designs, including a delicate lace-effect shawl using crystal seed beads and fine silk-mohair yarn, a funky bag featuring bright beaded chevrons, and an elegant vintage scarf. It shows crocheters how to complete each project using techniques demonstrated in detailed color photos and illustrations. Incorporates a recipe of materials and equipment crocheters will need for each design, plus tips on handling special techniques. From sweaters and scarves to bags and throws, this clever and colorful guide delivers a fun selection of embellishments for dressing up any item.

Getting Started Crochet

Want to make the crochet pieces you’re seeing everywhere, but don’t know how to get going? Getting Started Crochet was designed for the total beginner.

Author Judith L. Swartz comfortably demystifies the technique, the jargon, and the process, easily bringing novices “into the loop.” It’s all spelled out in pictures and text: You’ll begin with a trip to the yarn store for all the necessary tools and to learn how to shop for yarn and equipment.

Elegant and easy, these little fingerless gloves are quick to make and cozy to wear. Types and weights of yarn will become comprehensible and you’ll learn about gauge and its importance in simple language.

Clear diagrams will address how to hold the hook and yarn and how to form stitches. Next come the basic stitches, one at a time, and your first project . . . a simple scarf.

After you master the stitches, you’ll tackle shaping techniques and make an evening bag, a simple top, and some fun and funky toys! Working in rounds easily leads to working motifs and more intriguing projects like the Color Study Lap Blanket. Finish up with edging that sweetens up a shrug.

Resource list, index, and charts complete the picture. With Getting Started Crochet, you’ll master this versatile craft in no time!