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Books
We currently have over 600 titles in stock, including many imports from the states. Don't forget to check out our Christmas books section. Browse our book selection by title or try out our new search function. You can do a general search or restrict it by title or author. Please note that this search facility does not support the use of special characters such as ", + or -.
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2-at-a-time Socks
Melissa Morgan-Oakes
This spiral bound book reveals “the Secret of Knitting Two at Once on One Circular Needle” which apparently “works for any sock pattern”. The ideal book for people (like me) who suffer from “second sock syndrome”. Each step is illustrated with clear close-up photos as you work through a small sample sock to learn the techniques. This section is followed by 17 sock patterns which use the newly learned technique.
£10.00 |
12 Tatted Fairy Tales
Inga Madsen
The author has selected 12 of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tales. She provides an excerpt from each one with a tatted picture of the scene described. Clear diagrams to work each picture.
Sale price
£5.00, formerly £13.50
12 Easy Knitting Projects
Peg Blanchette & Terri Thibault
Basic instructions for knitting with clear line drawings; uses the long tail cast on. Explains the different types of yarn used for the projects in the book (no brand names), then leads to simple projects for scarves, hats and headbands, then a halter top, mittens, bag and two dog coats. Quick Starts for Kids series. American
£5.50
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25 beaded knits – beautiful designs in stylish colours
Debbie Abrahams
Use beads, buttons and sequins to that your ‘ordinary’ knitwear becomes dazzling and eye-catching. Ideas for decorating your home, yourself and your family. Step-by-step instructions and full-colour photos of each project to enable you to learn new techniques and add textural detail. Spiral bound to lie flat.
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£12.50, formerly £17.99 |
50 Crocheted Afghan Borders
Jean Leinhauser
Wide and ruffled, narrow and tailored, to add to knitted or crocheted throws. The perfect finishing touch for any afghan when you don’t want a fringe. American terminology. Leisure Arts 4382.
£6.75
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50 Sensational Crochet Afghans & Throws
edited by Bobbie Matela
The designers were invited to create out-of-the-ordinary afghans using their favourite yarns and stitch patterns. Divided into: Classics Updated, (for a perfect gift), I’ll Take Romance (soft textures and pretty stitch combinations), Big Hooks, Big Style (quick-to-crochet afghans in a wide range of style, all using larger hooks), and Cuddle-up Cuties (for children and babies). American.
£13.50 |
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50 More Crocheted Afghan Borders
Jean Leinhauser
Another 50 lovely designs. Each one tells you how many stitches are in the repeat. Each one is photographed in colour. All instructions are written: no charts. American. Leisure Arts.4531.
£6.75 |
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50 Fabulous Knitted Lace Stitches
Rita Weiss
The stitch patterns were devised from pieces of knitted lace in the author’s collection. They can be knitted in any weight of yarn for different effects. Each pattern tells you the number of stitches per repeat. Written instructions: no charts. American. Leisure Arts 4529.
£9.00 |
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50 Fabulous Crochet Squares
Jean Leinhauser & Rita Weiss
Innovative and often 3-D designs, all shown in DK weight yarn. Using other weights of yarn will change the size and appearance of the square. All photographed in colour. Written instructions – no charts. American. Leisure Arts.
£9.75 |
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63 Easy-to-Crochet Pattern Stitches
These pattern stitches that can be used to make the beautiful sampler afghan illustrated, and of course for other projects. A Basic Stitch Guide and clear, easy-to-follow instructions are included. Leisure Arts 555.
£5.35 |
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63 More Crochet Stitches
Make another absolutely gorgeous afghan using new stitches. The booklet includes colour close-up photography of all 63 stitches plus a great stitch guide and step-by-step directions. Leisure Arts 2146.
£5.75 |
63 Crochet Cable Stitches
Darla Sims
A useful addition to your crochet stitch library. Each stitch is photographed in cream. Written instructions- no charts or symbols. American. Leisure Arts 3961.
£9.00
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63 Sampler Stitches to Crochet
Darla Sims
“Sampler afghan and 4 additional projects (bag, table runner, shawl, cushion. Perfect for a stitch along.” A range of stitch patterns, some open, others textured. Each shown in white. Written instructions – no charts. American. Leisure Arts 44223.
£9.75 |
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99 Floral Motifs to Crochet
Leisure Arts leaflet 3000. Motifs by a variety of designers. From sunflowers to violets, and dozens more in between. Some three dimensional, others flat; some inside a crochet frame, others not. All illustrated in colour. Line-by-line instructions; no charts.
£8.95 |
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99 Granny Squares to Crochet
Leisure Arts leaflet 3078. Motifs by a variety of designers. These 'squares' include a couple of rectangles, a few octagons, several hexagons and a triangle! All illustrated in colour. Line-by-line instructions; no charts.
£7.95 |
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99 Snowflakes
Leisure Arts 3013. These exquisite snowflakes, crochet in cotton thread, are perfect for trimming your tree, garnishing your windows, and decorating packages.
£7.75 |
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99 Yarns and Counting: more designs from the Green Mountain Spinnery
A range of designers from the Green Mountain Spinnery Cooperative
These patterns were written for Green Moutain Spinnery’s own natural-fibre yarns, but it would be easy enough to substitute other yarns. 36 classic and modern, stylish patterns, ranging through sweaters, shawls and waistcoats to socks, mittens and hats. Also includes information about the mill and the cooperative.
£16.50 |
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100 Hats to Knit and Crochet
Jean Leinhauser and Rita Weiss
A collection of hats for every size, every occasion, from a variety of designers. Colourful, textured, a few felted, embellished with flowers… Everyone will have their favourite! American.
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£12.50, formerly £18.50 |
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100 Afghans to Knit and Crochet
Jean Leinhauser and Rita Weiss.
A compilation of designs from a wide range of American designers. The photographic index is extremely useful for finding designs that appeal. There is a wide variety of patterns from classic cables and granny squares to a bold knitted plaid and sophisticated crocheted motifs. Beautifully presented. American
Sale price
£12.50, formerly £17.99 |
100 Crochet Projects
Jean Leinhauser & Rita Weiss
A real miscellany of patterns from a wide range of designers, for garments, accessories and household items. All the instructions are written out – no crochet symbols. Includes an interesting entrelac cap, a delightful flower garden scarf made of flowers of different sizes and colours on a green base, a stunning bedspread in 10s cotton and some pretty and stylish tops. American.
£14.75
101 Ripple Stitches to Crochet
A complete collection of varied and interesting ripple stitches in one wonderful volume. This book is a reference that will be used for years.
£11.95
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111 Easy Edgings
Edgings add a touch of lacy class to everything: tablecloths, clothing, lamps and much more! The instructions introduce a new top-to-bottom method instead of the traditional chain method. Leisure Arts 224.
£8.75 |
154 Crochet Wave Patterns: ripples, waves, chevrons
designs by Darla Sims
Use any weight of yarn plus a suitable hook for these stitches which are ideal for afghans, blankets, dishcloths, placemats, scarves or whatever you like! All the stitches are illustrated with a colour photo, and all have written instructions (no charts. American. Leisure Arts.
£13.25
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200 Crochet blocks for blankets, throws and afghans. Crochet squares to mix and match
Jan Eaton
This book has a wonderful index with each block shown in miniature! All stitches and techniques are clearly explained with step-by-step written illustrations. Learn different ways of joining them to make blankets and throws that are both functional and decorative. Full colour throughout. Suggestions for combining the blocks. American.
£18.50 |
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200 Knitted Blocks: Traditional and Contemporary Designs to Mix and Match
Jan Eaton
Create gorgeous afghans and accessories with not-quite 200 knitted blocks to mix and match! A kaleidoscope of colourful contemporary and traditional designs range from easy to advanced from simple knit-and-purl patterns to cable, lace, and bobble blocks. Combine blocks in any arrangement; all blocks will finish to the same size when worked in the same yarn weight. Finish any project in style with patterns for fringes, ruffles, and other decorative edgings.
Sale price
£8.50, formerly £12.99 |
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200 Stitch Patterns for Baby Blankets
Jan Eaton
Knitted and crocheted designs, blocks and trims for crib covers, shawls and afghans. Starts with a useful visual index of all the patterns. Each block comes with a photograph and written instructions. Includes bobbles, cables, lace, ripples and blocks featuring hearts, balloons and flowers. The blocks and trims could of course be used for any project , not just for baby blankets!
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£10.00, formerly £15.95 |
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201 crochet motifs, blocks, projects and ideas
Melody Griffiths
151 motifs and blocks with 50 clever projects using them, and lots of ideas to open your creativity to endless possibilities. Divided into Flowers, Pictures, Shapes, Lace and Geometrics plus an alphabet, many of these designs go a step further than traditional blocks to include sunflowers and shamrocks, three-dimensional daffodils, celtic knots that interlock, and cute animals that children will love. Some motifs have written and charted instructions. The Techniques section includes basic crochet stitches and tips for joining motifs and blocks. English.
£14.99 |
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280 Crochet Shell Patterns
Darla Sims
From easy to intricate – patterns to suit all skill levels. Use any yarn or hook and select your favourite stitches from this collection to make the items of your choice. American. Leisure Arts 3903.
Sale price
£8.50, formerly £14.95 |
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