Crochet Knit

Each of these crochet projects started with a favorite knit pattern stitch, from which the designer developed the same look using her crochet hook. This is crochet with the look and feel of knitting!

A captivating collection of knit and crochet patterns taken from the shoreline and the deep! Dive into a beautiful collection of aquatic wonders to knit and crochet - from lovely shells, lush seaweed, and eerie anglerfish, to elaborate and colorful coral reefs. Each creature is beautifully presented in the directory at the front of the book; here they are shown living in their different habitats, including the beach, the tidepool, and the open ocean. Each is cross-referenced to the instructions chapter, where an easy-to-follow pattern, complete assembly and finishing instructions, yarn requirements, and charts for crochet designs can be found. The book also includes a host of inspiring ideas for how to use your creations in a wide range of settings - elegant jewelry and accessories, unusual home accents, and large display arrangements.

When it comes to hip fashion accessories, give yourself a hand! From city streets to catwalk couture, this collection of mittens spotlights the latest cutting-edge trends–all from the hottest new designers on the knitting and crochet scene. Mittens are just the beginning–20 projects include evening and driver gloves; fair isle and fingerless gloves; plus flip mittens and muffs. Even beginners can finish many of these projects over a weekend–a basic technique section explains all the essentials. The compact size is perfect for slipping into your bag to knit or crochet on the go