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This essential guide presents 300 unique original crochet stitch patterns with clear, easy-to-follow instructions in the Japanese style. In no time, you can create stylish crocheted garments and accessories directly from these adaptable designs. Explore a wide range of distinctive stitches, including:
- Pull-up: A decorative, specialty stitch that creates dimensional floats and spikes for bold, multi-dimensional textures
- Pineapple: A vintage-inspired tropical motif with a delicate, rippled lace structure
- Fan: A dramatic stitch that unifies your piece in a beautiful, symmetrical curve
- Scalloped: A classic decorative edging that adds wave-like movement and fluidity to finished pieces
A concise introduction covers the basics step-by-step, supported by detailed illustrations and captions. Over 600 photos and drawings guide you through essential techniques, while three simple projects at the end help you put your new skills into practice.
About the Author:
Nihon Vogue is Japan's preeminent publisher of craft books, with a long history and hundreds of titles on knitting, sewing, quilting, embroidery, paper crafts, tole painting and more. Many of their books have been translated into English and other languages, including works by Hitomi Shida, Yoko Hatta, Yoko Saito, Hikaru Noguchi and other internationally recognized needlecraft designers.
Gayle Roehm lived in Japan and studied the language for many years, and has knit from Japanese patterns for most of her knitting career. Gayle teaches at knitting gatherings around the country and occasionally publishes her own designs. In addition to other knitting guides and dictionaries, she is the translator of the Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible and 250 Japanese Knitting Stitches, both by Hitomi Shida.
