How to Crochet by Emma Varnam

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Summary

This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of the fun and creative craft of crochet. You’ll learn everything you need to get started, including how to do the basic stitches, read charts and patterns, and finish off your work.

How To Crochet - If you've been thinking about taking up crochet but didn't know where to start, this guide for the absolute beginner is for you. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of this fun and creative craft.

You'll learn everything you need to get started, including:

  • How to do the basic stitches
  • Read charts and patterns
  • Finish off your work
  • Troubleshooting
  • Double crochet
  • Working in the round
  • Making granny squares

Projects include:

  • A tea cosy
  • A tablet cover
  • Coasters

Each technique is explained with the help of clear illustrations that will guide you every step of the way. The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects means that no matter how little crocheting experience you have to start with, you'll soon be impressing friends and family with your new-found creative skills.

Contributor Bio(s)


Emma Varnam likes to make items that bring a smile to people's faces. As well as writing several popular crochet books, all published by GMC Publications - Crocheted Houseplants, Crocheted Succulents, Crocheted Keyrings & Charms, Cute Crocheted Animals, How to Crochet, Granny Squares Home and Granny Squares Weekend - she has had a number of successful collaborations with the celebrated knitwear designer Debbie Bliss. Emma regularly shares her design inspiration on her award-winning knitting and crochet blog. She lives in Greater Manchester, UK with her husband and young son.