The Complete Book of Crochet Stitch Designs

The Complete Book of Crochet Stitch Designs
Gifted by Lark Crafts
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Reviewed by Jeanette Benoit, Editor, AllFreeCrochetAfghanPatterns.com

No matter what your skill level is in crochet, you absolutely need to own this crochet book. The Complete Book of Crochet Stitch Designs by Linda P. Shapper has been called "an encyclopedic crochet stitch bible." Inside, you will find 500 varied crochet designs including shells, clusters, picots, bobbles, and more.

Because crochet is such a versatile craft, you can make so many different designs using just a few stitches such as impressive lace designs and patterns that look like knitting but are actually crocheted. With the crochet stitch designs you will find inside this 350-page book, you will be able to easily expand your crochet skills and confidently begin any type of crochet project that you've always dreamed of making.

The book begins with the basic stitches in crochet. Once you've mastered the basics,then it's time to add some skills to your repertoire! If you're a more visual person, you will definitely appreciate the Pictorial Index (pg. 18). Here, you will find a small thumbnail image featuring a swatch of every stitch included in this book and the page number where you will find the tutorial. The photos and illustrations featured throughout the book for each and every stitch will make the entire process super easy for any crocheter. You'll definitely be able to grow as a crocheter if you have his book in your library!