Jan Eaton Livres

Choose from 200 beautiful block designs and learn different ways of joining them to make blankets and throws that are both functional and decorative. From Art Deco geometric patterns to traditional chequer-board stripes and elaborate motifs, discover new ways to combine colour, pattern and texture. Crochet is one of the oldest and most fascinating ways of creating a fabric out of yarn. Find out how to create wonderful and unique afghans, wall hangings and accessories in a kaleidoscope of colourful contemporary and traditional designs. All stitches and techniques are clearly explained with step-by-step illustrations, from working in rows and in the round to joining blocks and making figures. At-a-glance symbols denote the methods used and level of difficulty, so both new and experienced crafters can easily create a crochet masterpiece.

A brand new edition of this essential guide to knitting and crocheting 200 ripple stitches, by internationally renowned needlecraft and textile designer Jan Eaton.

Demonstrates over four hundred embroidery stitches, including line, border, filling, motif, edging, hem, and insertion stitches, and suggests appropriate uses and threads for each stitch

This book has everything you need to create unique afghans, wall hangings and accessories; from knitting techniques and step-by-step instructions for 200 decorative blocks to inspiration and advice for creating a finished piece.

Give a professional finish to your crochet garments and accessories with this indispensable compendium of technical know-how and trouble-shooting tips.

Wonderful textured fabrics are now within easy reach! This complete guide explains, in a clear and easy-to-follow fashion, how to create everything from openwork and lace through to woven and hairpin crochet. As useful for the highly experienced as the absolute beginner, this information-packed book takes you through the basic techniques to a highly adaptable project section that will provide guidance and inspiration for making colourful and stylish garments for you to wear. Create wonderful textured fabrics with this complete guide to crochet. Essential tools and techniques are clearly explained with step-by-step illustrations, from working stitches and measuring gauge to adding embellishments and finishing off. Each technique includes stitch patterns to try out, and an adaptable project section allows you to practice your new skills making original and colourful garments and accessories using your own choice of yarns and stitches.

The essential go-to guide that you will turn to again and again for all your crochet know-how.

The new edition of Mary Thomas's classic stitch reference library; it is the first and last word in embroidery.

A new edition of the popular stitch book for designing baby blankets, by internationally renowned needlecraft and textile designer Jan Eaton.

Over 250 colour illustrations, including practical step-by-step projects and beautiful inspirational photographs. Planning for results: How to use colour, pattern and texture to create perfect interior design atmospheres. Detailed advise on all the principal surfaces coverings and treatments - paint effects; wallpapers; decorative tiling, and floor coverings of every type.