Crochet Inspiration

By Sasha Kagan

This is Sasha's first book devoted to crochet, exploring 200 swatch designs of crochet stitches, enabling the reader to put together their own projects very easily.

The photographs and instructions, both in written form and in chart form, are very clear and easy to follow. Sasha also shows how to read the symbols on crochet charts at the beginning of the book.

The terminology is American but the comparative UK/AUS terms are given clearly.

The projects in the book are beautifully photographed and are a real inspiration for what can be done by using the swatches. The book really gives the building blocks to explore crochet.

For more from Sasha read her interview with us here.

Romantic Hand Knits

By Annie Modesitt

A deliciously inviting book from the front cover on, this book by one of today's most popular designers has an exciting range of projects to choose from.

It is beautifully photographed and presented, with extremely clear instructions and charts, and with very helpful technique and information sections - the millinery section is fascinating.

Sizing is particularly generous, with many projects available from bust size 28 inches to 52 inches, for which the designer should be applauded.

We have many favourites in this book including

Knitting never felt better by Nicky Epstein

By Nicky Epstein

This latest book by Nicky Epstein sees her exploring the world of felting. In the same format as her Knitting on the Edge series, Nicky shows techniques and stitches and then gives you projects to use these techniques.

Her creativity and technical knowledge is again clearly evident, with swatch after swatch of ideas.

The book is beautifully photographed and presented, and is extremely inspiring.

Our personal favourites include:

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