Modern Crocheted Shawls and Wraps: 35 Stylish Ways to Keep Warm, from Lacy Shawls to Chunky Throws

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Crochet your own shawls, wraps, capelets and more from this collection of stylish patterns Shawls are a simple yet colourful way to liven up your wardrobe - they are comforting and cosy, but they can also be stylish and delicate. Modern Crocheted Shawls and Wraps has 35 patterns ranging from a simple, slip-on crochet wrap, to a large open-work pattern shawl. There are lace-patterned shawls to throw over your shoulders at a party, or capelets to add a layer of warmth to your outfit on chilly days. Granny hexagons and stars are used to make giant rectangular wraps, while star stitch and popcorn stitch add texture and weight. There's even a 'stash-buster' pattern with a mix-and-match border designed to use up your colourful leftover yarns. Many of the shawls would make excellent gifts - particularly as 'prayer shawls' - and of course, one size fits all! This collection of patterns from Laura Strutt features her usual up-to-date style and modern pallette of brights, variegated yarns, and neutrals, while many of the patterns use the increasingly popular super-chunky and variegated yarns. First Published in 2016, this is a new edition.

Laura Strutt is a passionate designer and enjoys knitting and crochet, as well as dressmaking, quilting and hand-lettering. Laura is the author of several books for CICO, including Modern Granny Square Crochet, Modern Knitted Shawls and Wraps, Arm and Finger Knitting, Sewing for Babies and Children, Get Knooking, 35 Knitted Baby Blankets, Modern Embroidery and Modern Weaving. Discover more of Laura's designs, technique guides and crafty inspiration on her website, www.madepeachy.com, and on Instagram @madepeachy. Laura is based in Ipswich, Suffolk.