Complete Book of Crochet Stitch Designs: 500 Classic and Original Patterns - Hardcover

A classic of stitchwork, "The Complete Book of Crochet Stitch Designs" has now been updated with all-new diagrams and full-colour photography and showcases 500 designs - from traditional favourites to originals found nowhere else. There are soft and lacy patterns; some that mimic knitting, weaving, or patchwork; and others that use large openwork and popcorn stitches. And every stitch design features a photograph, reader-friendly instructions and a diagram showing each stitch and its placement - so it's easy to understand the entire design at a glance. The guide also includes a pictorial index, which displays the complete pattern and directions for all basic crochet stitches. Both beginners and experienced crocheters alike will turn to this invaluable reference for years to come.

Linda Schapper's artistic vision is expressed in a wide range of media, from patchwork quilts and crochet, to painting and liturgical textiles, all of which are characterized by a folk-art style. She has traveled and taught extensively around the world in more than 30 countries, speaks four languages, and has had some 100 exhibits of her patchwork quilts. She has written eight books, four of them on crochet. She now divides her time between painting, and writing about her liturgical work.