It's easy to cut crochet time by up to 50 percent or more with the quick stitches and tricks in this book. Each stitch description includes multiples needed to allow the stitcher to make any size project, and any type of yarn can be used to create the designs. One hundred easy crochet stitch patterns are featured-including openweave, textured patterns, and ripples-and most consist of double crochet stitches and chains which can be worked up quickly....

"A full-color collection of twenty-five innovative patterns for crocheted bags, vases, containers, totes, baskets, and more, using unconventional yarns and fibers"--Provided by publisher.

Practical, timeless, and easy to make, crocheted blankets can turn any house in to a home. Interweave Presents Classic Crochet Blankets shares 18 projects for crochet afghans, blankets, and throws you'll love to make and use--

This crochet compendium is the ultimate go-to guide for 100 of the most essential crochet stitches. Perfect for complete beginners or those wanting to hone their skills, it's the ideal reference book. It provides all the information needed to go on to make a wide range of projects.