Crochet Snowflakes Step-by-Step: A Delightful Flurry of 40 Patterns

Description

With their lacy textures and regular geometry, snowflakes are a perennial favourite among crocheters. In this book, a collection of 40 gorgeous snowflake patterns have been created, all featuring full written instructions, stitch charts, and photo tutorials. Also included are a review of basic crochet techniques, instructions for finishing and blocking, and a section on project suggestions, so you will have everything you need to make the most of these lovely designs.

Caitlin Sainio has been crocheting for most of her life, and especially loves the delicate geometries of thread crochet. Trained as a mechanical engineer, she's turned her engineering talents to freelance crochet design, concentrating particularly on flowers, snowflakes, and the other beautiful patterns found in nature.

I love this book! There is nothing better than making snowflakes for Christmas. However this book takes snowflakes to a whole new level and shows you how they can be used all year round. You get the most amazing array of 40 patterns. Each of the snowflakes looks so different. I love the fact that you get step by step instructions and pictures. The patterns come in written and chart format. This means that any type of crocheter can give the patterns a go. The book start with the core techniques of crocheting. It goes through all the basic stitches used and how to make them. There are step-by-step instructions and pictures. Then it's straight into the beautiful snowflake patterns. You will be amazed at how something so simple as a snowflake can look so different with each design. At the back of the book there is the most amazing projects for you to make inlcuding Lavender Sachets, Coasters, Child's Dress. I would highly recommend this book. It offers so many beautiful snowflake patterns and beautiful ways to use them all year round. * Crochet Addict UK * The snowflake lady is back with another brilliant book including step-by-step instructions to make over 40 crochet snowflakes. You'll see all the completed snowflakes at the beginning of the book, graded from beginner to advanced. The latter are more typical of a lacy snowflake and are my favourites. Stitches and how to crochet are also at the front of the book. Each pattern shows the completed snowflake, a chart and key and clear step-by-step instructions. At the back of the book, you'll find ways to use your snowflakes - attach them to lavender sachets or clothes, make coasters, garlands or hair bands and there is a scarf pattern too. For crochet enthusiasts everywhere. * Yarnsandfabrics.co.uk *