Reddit mentions: The best crocheting books

I have so, so many knitting books, but I have three favorite how-to/reference type books that are probably the most useful knitting books I've ever owned. The first is Teach Yourself Visually - Knitting. It's an excellent book to have because it has huge color photos, lots of techniques and stitch patterns, and basic pattern recipes for tons of projects like hats, mittens, and sweaters that can be adapted to various sizes and styles. It's definitely the best "learn to knit" book I've ever owned, and I still refer back to it.

The second is Cast On, Bind Off by Cap Sease. I prefer this version to the other one, which is by a different author. It's an incredibly useful book. I had no idea there were so many ways to start and end projects! I love being able to check the book for the perfect cast on or bind off, and I love choosing matching ones. The author describes each one perfectly, describes it's attributes, if it's stretchy or firm, best uses, etc, explains how to do it, and includes photos of each.

The third is The Knitting Answer Book by Margaret Radcliffe. It's a pretty small book, so it's perfect to keep in your knitting bag. It's set up in Q&A format, so if you encounter a problem it's easy to find the answer.

I have an addiction to pattern books. My favorites are those published by Interweave. Their pattern books are beautiful! They always have designs that are stylish yet classic. I love their themed books, like Jane Austen Knits, Knitting Wizardry (Harry Potter themed) and Highland Knits (Outlander series themed).

Many months ago, I submitted a ranty text post lamenting an offhand comment made to me by the mother of an old friend that, more or less, implied I should be making things for old friend’s baby for free. We’ve all been there. Pssh – some people, amirite?

Within that post, though, I very quickly touched on the struggle husband and I had been going through for a year and a half while trying to conceive our own child, and how difficult it had been for me to simultaneously create gifts for others in celebration of their new little ones while, with each stitch, also (and sometimes moreso) grieving the absence of my own. It was very quick, maybe a sentence or two, but heavy nonetheless. And I was amazed at how many of you felt that heaviness and reached out to me about your own struggles. How many of you gave me, a stranger, more empathy and support through the interwebs than most of the people I cross in my everyday life. And I was so thankful. Your kind words and heartfelt understanding was and still is so much appreciated.

I am happy to report that on our 19th cycle, my husband and I were able to conceive. We are expecting our first child, a little boy, in November. As a tribute to one my most favorite children’s books, we are putting together a few pieces inspired by Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are for his nursery, and I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to put my book, Animal Heads to Crochet by Vanessa Mooncie, to good use with this adaptation of The Bull, known also as the loveable Bernard from the 2009 film adaptation. I am so pleased with how he came out – especially as a 100% stash project – and hope he leads the little guy on some seriously magical adventures in the years to come.

Thank you all so much for the love and support. It truly lit up what had become a very dark place.

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Artsy for life!

I make jewelry (all kinds!), I crochet, I write, and I sew. I have two wishlists specifically for artsy things: Sewing and Needle Crafts and Jewelry Making.

I also have a few writing related books on my Books and Things list.

I love sewing because I get to make my kids costumes for Halloween every year and just experiment with things in general (doesn't always work out! haha). When my kids were little, I sewed all my own cloth diapers and probably saved myself thousands on disposable diapers!

I love to crochet because I get to make cute little plushies, blankets, and other things. It's very relaxing for me.

Jewelry making is something I've been doing for a long time. I make things for friends and family and now that my daughter is old enough, she's been getting in on it with me. <3

And writing...publishing a novel or even short story has been my dream since I was a little girl. I've been trying to improve my writing skills since forever. It's definitely an ongoing thing.

A few links to specific items under $20:

Jewelry Findings

Creating Character Arcs Book

Amigurumi Pattern book

Sorry for the super long post! lol

So, one good thing to note. When it comes to eyes on animals (also known as amigarumi), they don't need to use safety eyes or anything like that, they can just create sewn eyes from black/white yarn and the like. There are a lot of really great amigurumi patterns/books about geeky/video game crochet as well, so those might be good for your son.

One skein wonders is a popular book, so that would be a good choice. Sea creatures also looks interesting. Crochet ever after will require too many bits to be worthwhile, but their other book, beastly crochet has more potential, but i don't see an amazon seller for it. Crochet animal hats is adorable and will do well.

As for other books you may want to look into:

The Big Book of Little Amigurumi

Edward's Menagerie

Pocket Amigurumi

Crochet Star Wars

Once Upon a Time in Crochet

Amigurumi Monsters

I have made patterns from some but not all of these, but if she's made stuffed animals before, she'll be able to follow all of these. And like I said, patterns calling for saftey eyes can be replaced by just hooking some yarn into the fabric instead. I hope these help!

Also, I think I recognize that figure (amigurumi): it looks like it's from this book. I recently got it as a gift and it's pretty neat! I've only done the cthulhu that you can see on the top right of the cover but it has a lot of other fun patterns.

Edit: I see there's also an Idiot's Guide to amigurumi that might help you. Haven't read it myself, but Idiot's Guides are usually pretty well laid out.

One more sit that might interest you is Ravelry. It's an online knit & crochet community and it has a lot of free patterns, and lots of helpful people on the boards.

Needle felting is pretty fun, it’s a good lap project. You can make little animals and plants or appliqué onto any number of things. The price of admission is relatively low if you start with a kit. Also, there’s a lot of stabbing involved, which feels really satisfying.

Has cross stitch burned you out in the needle and thread department? I don’t care for it myself but I really enjoy embroidery. The books age well and are easy to follow. You can continuously add new stitches to your repertoire with practice.

Last one: crochet. The Happy Hooker is a great book for beginners.

May your treatment be uneventful and your recovery swift.

I would be careful with hooks too. There are basically two types, and generally people like one or the other. I second the other ideas of following her lead in getting yarn. Stitch markers aren’t expensive and are helpful. Maybe a case for her hooks? I love having all of mine in one place.


Damero Crochet Hook Case, Travel Storage Bag for Swing Crochet Hooks, Lighted Hooks, Needles(Up to 8'') and Accessories, Large, Gray Dots (No Accessories Included) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QXVXP23/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TMcZDbCH7YWG6


50 Pieces Colorful Knitting Markers Crochet Clips Crochet Pins Bulk Stitch Markers Locking Stitch Knitting Place Markers DIY Craft Plastic Safety Pins Weave Stitch Needle Clip Counter(10 Colors) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VL4SNLJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ONcZDb356S77F

I also LOVE this book. It spells each stitch out step by step in great pictures.


A to Z of Crochet: The Ultimate Guide for the Beginner to Advanced Crocheter https://www.amazon.com/dp/156477998X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_COcZDb3G2D5P9

Whatever you get her, I’m sure she’ll love it!

I've looked at it before because I was thinking of doing it for shits and giggles (and then I could say I'm in a masters program) and the Crochet Guild is the main organization/authority of crochet, so it's reputable. It would be the closest you could get to a crochet certification; the only other worthwhile certifications would be the Instructor credentials from the Yarn Council, which would be useful if you plan on teaching. Going back to the masters program, I feel like the teaching itself would be overpriced, compared to the multitude of crochet stitch books available that I could get for $90 (the guild member price). I just looked at the curriculum overview now and I know how to do just about everything they listed specifically. It's disappointing because some of the crochet books I already own go over those techniques and have a lot more advanced/unique patterns to learn.

If you do want to go through a bunch of swatches and learn different techniques, there are some really good advanced crochet books out there that I either own or have looked at and will be purchasing soon. The current price for all these books from Amazon would be $62.64:

• New Encyclopedia of Crochet Techniques. I have this book and it goes over a ton of unique stitches with really good descriptions, like intarsia, loop stitches, or tubular. Plus it has a few patterns in the back that use the techniques in the book.
  
• The Finer Edge: Crocheted Trims, Motifs & Borders. Another book I looked at and want to buy. Tons of edging patterns, which is useful as I think a lot of stitch books are lacking in the borders department.
  
• A to Z of Crochet: The Ultimate Guide for the Beginner to Advanced Crocheter. Another book I looked at and plan on ordering. Tons of stitches of varying difficulty levels.
  
• Crochet Stitches Visual Encyclopedia. I'd only really recommend this book if you're good at reading graphs. There's a lot of written errata in the few patterns that I've tried and while this has not been my best purchase, there are a lot of stitches and motifs which come in handy as reference. But this would probably be a bottom priority purchase.
  
  I own a few pattern books and some on Tunisian crochet techniques, but for reference on a wide range of crochet techniques, this is my personal library and I think that these books could keep you pretty busy and be equally, if not more so, challenging than the masters program curriculum. I may still do it for fun, but really there's a lot of other resources that are better priced, not including all the free YouTube tutorials or blogs that are out there.

My first recommendation would be to set up a Ravelry account, and browse through some of the advice there.

Then, try going online to see if the video learning works for you:

• Mikey's Mail
  
  
• How To Crochet for Beginners
  
  
• Lion Brand Yarn Videos (the crochet videos are about halfway down)
  
  
• Crafty Minx Crochet School is free and a neat mix, didactically.
  
  
• This lady is pretty popular among beginners.
  
  More random info:
  
  
• Beautifully designed website with neat tutorials.
  
  
• Neat Resource - helps when the internet is down.
  
  
• Good list to start with for free patterns/info
  
  
• Find a favorite stitch guide to look up stitches quickly. I use this one among others.
  
  
  HAPPY HOOKING!

The title of this made me laugh out loud. I thought you might appreciate it too.

I would love love love a pair of these to keep cozy this winter.

Just for good measure...Oh yay another hang up!!

My grandma taught me to do a sc, but I taught myself the rest from books and youtube videos. Two of my favorite books for learning was Debbie Stroller's The Happy Hooker & Get Hooked. The latter book is directed towards a younger audience, but it was perfect for learning ... everything was simplified! Basic patterns like "working in the round" or a basic Double-Crochet scarf; both have wonderful illustrations & great 'beginner' patterns.

Others suggested that you learn from others ... but that's so overrated! ;-) To this day, I don't know anyone else who crochets ... so it's all me!

As everyone else has said, there are a lot of good tutorials out there. I personally don't really like video tutorials but you may love them. I had fallen out of crocheting until a friend bought me The Crochet Stitch Bible. I love it because it lays out how to do a variety of stitches in both words and pictures. I could never read patterns until I started using this book.

You can usually find a bunch of scrap yarn at thrift stores for cheap that you can practice with. Welcome aboard and happy hooking!

Yay! Knitting or crocheting?

Either way, most craft stores sell a beginner's kit sort of thing that's really helpful. Oh, and it's easiest to learn with solid colored yarn at first so you can see your stitches. All the fancy variegated ones are awesome, but not for starting.

I can't knit to save my life, I can only offer tips for crocheting. I'd suggest starting with a dishcloth (Ravelry has TONS of easy patterns), because you just do the same stitch back and forth...so it helps you to practice and get to an even tension. Oh, and this book seriously helped me. It has projects for super-easy beginning stuff up to more complicated things once you know what you're doing better.

I love to talk way too much about crocheting :)

If you want to do knitting, all I can say is that beginner kit. It helped me, I just don't like it as much as crocheting so I didn't move beyond that kit.

This book is my absolute favorite for new and interesting square/circle/triangle/hexagon patterns. It has both the written instructions, a chart, and a picture of the finished square.

The same author has a book of crochet edges which I also really like.

My favorite general stitch book is this book. It also has the written instructions, chart, and a picture of the finished stitch. I have the older version, but this one looks the same but with more patterns.

As already mentioned, youtube is a GREAT place to physically see the stitches being done if you get caught up. Good luck!!!

Fear cuts deeper than swords

1. on my WL, something grey.
   
   
2. NOT on WL, rain reminiscing
   
   
3. on my WL, yes i find this food unusual.
   
   
4. on my WL, my husband, he is deaf like no other and LOVES action movies.
   
   
5. this book is a fast read, and hillarious.
   
   
6. I have nothing for this...
   
   
7. on my WL, poopin litters fer kikat
   
   
8. SO thinks its useful, i do not, but it is pretty
   
   
9. UHF/not on WL because it has to be one of the best B rate movies of all time. And its just stupid funny.
   
   
10. Kukri for your zombie ass/not on WL
    
    
11. ONE TRILLION DOLLARS would prolly help me out/not on WL
    
    
12. I would have gotten away with it too, if it hadn't have been for those pesky add-ons/on WL
    
    
13. Monitor for moi/Obviously on my WL
    
    
14. definitely bigger than a breadbox/on my WL
    
    
15. Bouncy balls are smaller than a golf ball/not on WL
    
    
16. Best smells ever, imho/on my WL
    
    
17. SFW is relative i suppose./on my WL
    
    
18. Most helpful for going back to school/on my WL
    
    
19. Obsessed with crochet/on my WL
    
    
20. Unicorn meat/ on my WL Because really, who can say they own unicorn meat? And when its opened its even BETTER.
    
    Thanks for the contest!

My grandmother taught me the basic stitches, like the chain and single/double/half double crochets, but I ran with it from there. Youtube was a big help and then lots and lots of practice! I pulled out many a blanket and amigurumi before I finally got the stitches to look right. This book was a godsend and helped me tons! The directions are super clear and concise and allows you to really master different types of stitches and create your own patterns from it.

My favorite book is Donna Kooler's Encyclopedia of Crochet, there is a new edition out I'd like to get. The projects weren't the best, but the stitch encyclopedia is great.

If you're a super new beginner, there's A to Z of Crochet, it says it's for beginner to advanced, but it's really just for beginners. It does have lots of great photos, but if you've been crocheting for a while you'll already know most everything in there.

Twinkie Chan is one of my favorite crochet bloggers, and she has a lot of unique patterns. Like a pizza scarf, or a donut ottoman. It's all super cute. I have both of her books, and she is really good at writing patterns.

Twinkie Chan's Crochet Goodies for Fashion Foodies: 20 Yummy Treats to Wear https://www.amazon.com/dp/0740797581/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_DhTbAb1A9KE56

Twinkie Chan's Crocheted Abode a la Mode: 20 Yummy Crochet Projects for Your Home https://www.amazon.com/dp/158923930X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2iTbAb112112Y

I use Crochet Stitch Dictionary all the time. It has a lot of what I consider pretty basic stitches but they take me through 90% of my projects.

I also check out Complete Book of Crochet Stitch Designs fairly often from the library. It has more lacier, complicated stuff.

"A to Z crochet" is good for a all around crochet book, as well as "Crochet" by DK.

I also own Edie Eckmans books, Crochet Motifs, Crochet Borders and the crochet shape one that I can't recall the name of. They are handy references for ideas.

I would also check your library for books of whatever type of thing you want to create patterns for, be it clothing, amigurumi, blankets, etc. You will get some great ideas from others but more importantly you will start learning the syntax that those particular patterns are written in.

Really, just go check out every crochet book from your library

And the library from the next town over.

Hi and welcome! We have a pretty good wiki with a lot of resources for things like hook sizes, types of yarn, how to read a pattern and links to blogs. I suggest creating an account on Ravelry.com, too. There you can keep track of your stash and projects, as well as getting new patterns and ideas.

There are also lots of books. I particularly have and love Stitch'n'Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker

*1) There are lots of websites that link different stitches. Most stitches start with the same foundation chain (unless it's a chainless foundation row which is a different ball game). In particular if you're just starting out this book The Happy Hooker was very helpful to me.

• 2. My favorite way to combine two yarns is the magic knot. There are lots of videos of it on youtube. Once I do the magic knot I like to dab on "Liquid stitch" all around the knot, it is a glue specifically meant for fabrics.
     *3) Reading patterns takes patience. My best suggestion for learning is find a chart of abbreviations (sc= single crochet, ect.). Then find a pattern that has a video that you can watch as you read the pattern. An easy one would be Bubble-gum Shawl which is free on ravelry, and here is the video.
     
• 4. Not sure what you mean by cornerning. Usually nice neat corners come from not dropping stitches (count count count). Also most blanket patterns will instruct you how to make the corners so they aren't wonky.
     5) Hooks are really preference. At least in my opinion.
     6) My favorite hooks that are a reasonable price are these. Once you become a faster hooker these wont rub your hands raw.
     7) I listed one book above, the other good one is The big book of stitches
     8) Brands of yarns or what hooks or what?
     9) I've been told cotton yarn works great for bags. Otherwise usually a pattern will indicate if it's necessary to use a specific type of yarn.
     10) I'm not sure what tools you got. I use plain old safety pins as stitch markers. Usually on long rows I'll mark off every 30 stitches. That way if I lose count I only have to count off a few stitches instead of 230+ or whatever the case may be.
     *11) Weaving in ends- usually they become less visible once you tighten up your crocheting a bit (tighten your tension). When I'm done weaving in my end I like to dab liquid stitch on it, then use a bobby pin to pinch it (hold it) into place. Take the bobby pin off before 30 minutes otherwise you end up with a wonky line. I usually leave it on to "pinch" for 15-25 minutes. I don't know why 30 minutes is the cut off but thats just what I've noticed.
     

Because I absolutely plan to do some of these this summer and its great inspiration :D

BINGO! and thank you for the great contest! YAY SUMMER :D

Crochet is actually really easy. You can easily teach yourself, and there are plenty of internet resources to help you. /r/crochet is a really great community too.

I am self taught from this book: The Happy Hooker.

and if you want more help than that, here is the "beginner" page from my crochet blog

You can trust me, I have Random Acts of Amazon on my wishlist. I'll use it for gifting and making awesomely amazing friends from all over the world like /u/usehnsucht and /u/gwendolyns_fabulous.

(but in all seriousness)

You can trust me, I have crochet book on my wishlist. I'll use it for making incredible edible crochet masterpieces that I will take over the world with

I prefer to crochet because it's faster and easier to learn in my opinion. I can create all sorts of shapes with crocheting that I have yet to master with knitting.


I feel that the crochet products tend to be less soft than the knitting products.


I got this book and so far it has help a lot with all of the really basic steps. The color illustrations make the stitches really easy to understand. Good luck and have fun!

Yep, your best bet would be to buy the cheapest set of crochet hooks you can find, like these, and then some cheapie worsted weight yarn, preferably in a lighter color like this but I bet you could find it cheaper locally.

YouTube has a lot of great tutorials that really nail it down, but there are also good books out there for beginners, like Happy Hooker that not only has patterns, but also instruction on how to do a number of different types of stitches.

Everything I do uses only slip stitch, chain stitch, single crochet and double crochet, so if you can learn those, you're golden. :D

Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker I think this is the only book I really love. It has patterns that are pretty and you might actually be able to see yourself wearing. It also has a lot of simple/easy instructions for all kinds of techniques. This book taught me how to tapestry crochet which is my favorite thing!
I have A LOT of books / mags / etc. So many only have a 1 or 2 good things in them, or they are just presented poorly. But the Happy Hooker is a keeper!

This is a great response, as far as books go this one was my crochet bible, I have other books but this one was the best followed by this one. The first one is also easier to carry around with you if you're crocheting outside of your craft space and need a quick refrence.

Also for visual aid, look up Teresa's art of crochet on youtube, she has some very nice tutorials.

I'm a crocheter and love to make amigurumi. I love the book Yummi Gurumi and just bought the book Animal Friends of Pica Pau.

I'm making a baby blanket right now too, I got the pattern off Etsy. I also have a long list of things in my Ravelry account to make as well haha.

Pattern books are always great. One of my personal favorites is this stitch guide. It shows how to do tons of stitches, from very basic to some advanced lace to joining techniques. Whatever she is interested in, theres is almost certainly a pattern book catered to that interest.

Ruger

I think This is the most important item on my wish list right now. I'm going through kind of a rough patch in my life, and I'm looking for something to invest some energy and effort into. I think finding a new hobby and getting excited about it will be awesome. So, this is one way to start.

Also, edit to say that I am taller than my aunt, who is (probably) taller than that line. She's fun sized.

Second the recommendation for Ravelry.

My favorite answer-every-question-about-knitting book is The Knitting Answer Book. It has pictures where pictures are needed and otherwise not, explains knit-speak pretty clearly, and is easy to reference when I'm halfway through a project and don't understand what to do next.

Also:

• A purl stitch is a backwards knit stitch. So, instead of putting the right-hand need behind the left, you put it in front (R to L through the stitch). From there it's the same: wrap the yarn, pull it through, and move on to the next stitch.
  
  
• Knitting with two strands just means you hold, for example, a blue strand of yarn and a green strand of yarn at the same time, knitting as though they are only one strand. It can create a pretty cool pattern if you do it with two colors; it also creates a thicker knit.

Pattern is from Complete Idiot's Guide to Amigurumi, except that it calls for an E hook, the smallest I have is F, and the smallest my hands would cooperate with was a G. Also, it calls for 6mm safety eyes but for some reason I had bought 9mm, so that's what went in!

Yarn is Red Heart Super Saver in Cherry Cola.

I find crocheting very relaxing. It helps calm me down when I'm feeling stressed or anxious. Making toys like these is fun, and one skein wonders mean you don't have to worry about having lots of variety on hand.

Once you get going I found this book to be awesome for inspiration. The patterns come with diagrams which is what really finally taught me where my stitches go. Plus, all the different stitches are wonderful for simple projects like scarves and blankets.

I enjoyed the Happy Hooker book. It's a good read and it gives a pretty good overview of how crochet works. Bonus - it was available at the local library so I got it for a month at no cost.

Get this book: http://www.amazon.com/Stitch-Bitch-Crochet-Happy-Hooker/dp/0761139850

It is fantastic at explaining everything from the most basic stitches to reading patterns. Don't try to look at patterns online till you get a good explanation about how to read patterns and how to do the basic stitches. YouTube is also pretty good at showing different stitches, but I though it was easier to start with the book.

Also start out out with a medium or large crochet hook and a equally medium or large yarn. Just look around at your local craft or fabric store at the options and you'll see what I mean about sizes. That's about all you need to get started.

Last spend a little extra money on yarn that isn't super cheap and rough. It's more pleasant to work with.

It would make my Christmas if you got me this book:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1612120423/ref=aw_wl_ov_dp_1_13?colid=22KZ2NB4AP9GY&coliid=I3P6P0CE78ZSAY


Here is my Wishlist that includes that book and others that I'm interested in! I like to crochet and hope to learn new skills making projects for others :). Thank you for such a sweet offer!!

Gwyn's Wishlist
Link: http://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/22KZ2NB4AP9GY

The asterisks are just there to tell you what section of the written patter it wants you to repeat.

I found when helping someone learn that having them write out a small cheat sheet that tells them what all the abbreviations in the pattern mean can help them learn to assoicate sc=single crochet, clst= what ever the cluster stitch for the pattern is, and so on.

I always tell the person I am helping, to print their patterns out, and have them go threw and highlight all the sections where the pattern has you repeat (ie the * stuff).


I like A to Z of Crochet: The Ultimate Guide for the Beginner to Advanced Crocheter it is useful for new hookers, and advanced hookers alike. Check your local library to see if they have this book or any other crochet books most will have a section in the front to go over the basics.

I don't think I should have made the switch from sc to hdc, but it was worth a shot.

My little sister wants me to make a blanket with this pattern, I told her to buy me the yarn. :P It's quick, so that makes me happy at least, and it would make pretty coasters.

The pattern is from here and then modified with some hdc rows instead of sc so I don't know if I'm allowed to post it or not.

I have this one here and it is pretty great. Tons of stitches, separated into great categories (small lace, large lace, knit and purl patterns, color work, all sorts) and color pictures.

Thanks for hosting!

1/ [Blue Gems] (https://www.amazon.com/Royal-Blue-Glass-Gems-Lbs/dp/B01N099J9L/ref=sr_1_90?ie=UTF8&qid=1525073186&sr=8-90&keywords=Blue)

2/ [Summer Glau lifesize cut out] (https://www.amazon.com/Summer-Glau-Life-Size-Cutout/dp/B01GFTFZ7W/ref=sr_1_17_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1525073282&sr=8-17-spons&keywords=Summer+glau&psc=1)

3/ [Edible Black Scorpion] (https://www.amazon.com/Newport-Jerky-Company-Edible-Scorpion/dp/B01HBWI4Z2/ref=sr_1_30_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1525073506&sr=8-30&keywords=weird+food) You get to decide if you're going to eat the nippy end or the stabby end :(

4/ [The Crochet Bible] (https://www.amazon.com/Crochet-Stitch-Bible-Illustrated-Contemporary/dp/0785830480/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1525073623&sr=8-12&keywords=crochet) to /u/AngryBirdWife because she is the nicest of left handed hookers!

5/ [Skull Session by Daniel Hect] (https://www.amazon.com/Skull-Session-Daniel-Hecht/dp/1582344965/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1525073688&sr=1-1&keywords=skull+session&dpID=51DNFgSPgXL&preST=_SY291_BO1,204,203,200_QL40_&dpSrc=srch) Because it is the most awesome of thrillers and intrigue!

6/ [Japanese Lilac Seeds] (https://www.amazon.com/White-Japanese-Seeds-Extremely-Fragrant/dp/B00PCPCBVO/ref=sr_1_4?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1525074465&sr=1-4&keywords=seeds)

7/ [Doggy Nail clippers] (https://www.amazon.com/White-Japanese-Seeds-Extremely-Fragrant/dp/B00PCPCBVO/ref=sr_1_4?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1525074465&sr=1-4&keywords=seeds)

8/ [Life size Nicolas Cage cut out] (https://www.amazon.com/Nicolas-Cage-Cutout-Celebrity-Cutouts/dp/B01N00HSTN/ref=sr_1_6?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1525074752&sr=1-6&keywords=nicolas+cage+cut+out)

9/ [The Original Blade Runner] (https://www.amazon.com/Blade-Runner-Final-Cut-Blu-ray/dp/B073C1ZYW9/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1525074823&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=Blade+Runner+original&psc=1) First version is alwys best version!

10/ [Survival shovel] (https://www.amazon.com/Military-Multitool-Backpacking-Entrenching-Emergency/dp/B01HM80KN4/ref=sr_1_3?s=movies-tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1525074876&sr=8-3&keywords=utility+shovel&dpID=4169CuQ8mzL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch) it digs! it defends! it fishes! its sturdy and light weight!

11/ [A new mattress] (https://www.amazon.com/Tuft-Needle-Supportive-Certi-PUR-Certified/dp/B00QBZ265U/ref=sr_1_4?s=furniture&ie=UTF8&qid=1525075016&sr=1-4&keywords=mattress&refinements=p_n_size_browse-bin%3A368699011%2Cp_n_feature_five_browse-bin%3A8517627011) The bed I sleep in is terrible and I'm pretty sure it doesn't help with the insomnia I have. If I could correct my sleep I'd actually probably start living a bit more instead of feeling so tired all the time and sleeping but not really resting.

12/ [Add on comb] (https://www.amazon.com/Conair-Anti-static-Detangling-Comb-Colors/dp/B002QF4UYY/ref=sr_1_63_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1525075158&sr=8-63&keywords=add%2Bon%2Bitems&th=1)

13/ [Seattle Seahawks pillow pet] (https://www.amazon.com/NFL-Seattle-Seahawks-Pillow-Pet/dp/B004V55SDE/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1525075243&sr=8-7&keywords=seattle+seahawks&dpID=51XGGTKfIHL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch) - I'm an Australian native but have been told by my PNW friends that I am now an adopted fan.

14/ [$132,561.00 Chandelier] (https://www.amazon.com/1800-Primo-Collection-Chandelier-Swarovski%C2%A8/dp/B073HFBC15/ref=sr_1_1?s=lamps-light&ie=UTF8&qid=1525075345&sr=1-1&keywords=chandelier) - Totally going to put this in the bathroom above the toilet.

15/ [Why not BOTH] (https://www.amazon.com/Party-Unicorn-Funny-Shark-T-shirt/dp/B073YMP4YH/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1525075437&sr=8-8&keywords=shark+shirt&dpID=41ZeiRzEx-L&preST=_SX342_QL70_&dpSrc=srch)

17/ [Nickelodeon Blast Radio] (https://www.amazon.com/Nickelodeon-Blaster-Alarm-Clock-Radio/dp/B00488JUL0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1525075490&sr=8-1&keywords=nickelodeon+clock&dpID=511IUhccNkL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch)

18/ [Music for writers] (https://www.amazon.com/Music-for-Writers/dp/B074CM1Q8S/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1525075532&sr=8-9&keywords=writers+motivation)

19/ [I'll always be obsessed with green coloured things!] (https://www.amazon.com/wall26-Canvas-Wall-Art-Prints/dp/B00UVCFNGI/ref=sr_1_20?ie=UTF8&qid=1525075660&sr=8-20&keywords=green+wall+print)

20/ [ChamBONG] (https://www.amazon.com/Chambong-Glassware-rapid-Champagne-consumption/dp/B01916633G/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1525075756&sr=8-3&keywords=chambong&dpID=315NnjGCZSL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch) Serriously wtf bahaha!

It is cool to be able to customize your projects. I love the diagrams with the symbols, too. Great to reference when patterns are poorly written/explained!

This is the one I have, but there are other good ones, too.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1589234723/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1374458876&sr=8-3&pi=SL75

Check out the Edward’s Menagerie pattern book! This one is mammals, but the same designer has books for birds, monsters, and people, and they’re all adorable. Having something cute to crochet makes a big difference!

I highly recommend Edward's Menagerie Great patterns combined with easy instructions. It's how I learned amigurumi. Just be aware it's UK terms not North American.

There are some good books out there! I like the Stitch 'n Bitch ones (the patterns are so dated, though) and the Knitter's Companion (I think the illustrations are pretty clear in this one). I found this one called The Knitting Answer Book in a Sam's Club I don't know how long ago. I'm not sure how great it is because I've been able to find answers in the others and online. These books + Youtube are how I taught myself.

If you don't mind paying for patterns, I highly recommend the "Edward's Menagerie" book by Kerry Lord. It's my favourite amigurumi book. It has a monkey/chimp, elephant, zebra, giraffe, lion... You can buy most individual patterns for the 3 GBP or the equivalent of just under 4USD. I highly recommend the whole book, though - I love all of the patterns in it. Here's a US link to buy the whole book. Note that the patterns are written in UK terms - just remember to sc where it says to dc.

I only actually have 1 book of patterns, and it's the Harry Potter Charmed Knits book. Otherwise, I have this and this, which I ordered from Amazon. I like to try to freehand patterns once in a while (only actually wrote 1 up), so having more references for stitches is the way I like to go.

Sorry you hate your job :-( . . . Oh yay another hang up

I thought you might like this crochet book. It seemed very unique and fun!

I don't know if this is a small pattern or not because I don't crochet (I tried and failed miserably), but I would LOVE this for my son (in infant size).

https://www.amazon.com/Crochet-Answer-Book-Solutions-Question/dp/1580175988

Just put this in your crochet sack. My favorite reference book. Make a scarf and hat set with a basic pattern from Ravelry. Something where you just practice the sc and dc. Then find a toy pattern and learn how to shape and do inc and dec. Good luck.

Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker
The title was funny, and I'll just assume you don't have it.

i confess I don't actually know what a single skein is, and etsy didn't seem to have any results. What is it?

Anyway, just focus on the positives of the bad job. Just like you said earlier - you'll get through it. And you do have good coworkers, so that's something. Make a game out of it maybe; how many callers in a row will hang up on me, and is it close to what I guessed ahead of time?

lol, it's been on my amazon wishlist for a while now =P I actually got [http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Idiots-Guide-Amigurumi/dp/1615640037/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1324399699&sr=1-1] a week or two ago, and it's really quite good. lot of great tips and the pictures are acceptable.

I use a bit of opposite coloured yarn, but I wonder why stitch markers are so friggin expensive! They're just a bit of plastic....

This one, The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet by Margaret Hubert, is big and very useful not just because it has pictures, but each stitch or grouping has both written and chart instructions all together. It also has a few different patterns. Not affiliated, just appreciate this book when teaching because learning styles do vary. It's an old favorite. I do not have the 2nd Edition, just original.
https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Photo-Guide-Crochet-Comprehensive/dp/1589234723?SubscriptionId=AKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q&tag=duckduckgo-d-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=1589234723

Hi, new subscribee! I have a couple of things I've finished recently, but I noticed that it's Work in Progress Wednesday, so this is the item I'm currently working on!

The pattern is from Crochet One Skein Wonders: http://www.amazon.com/Crochet-One-Skein-Wonders-Projects-Crocheters-ebook/dp/B00ANSW80Y

and the yarn is knitpicks chroma fingering yarn in... a colourway that I don't think they have any more (and I don't have the tag so I can't remember the name) http://www.knitpicks.com/yarns/Chroma_Fingering_Yarn__D5420203.html

I looked at the rules and didn't notice any rules against posting on Instagram, but please let me know if it should be on another hosting site instead.

There's this book on Amazon. I have it and its pretty neat!
https://www.amazon.com/Animal-Heads-Trophy-Crochet/dp/178494064X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497453130&sr=8-1&keywords=animal+heads+crochet
(Sorry, don't know how to link well)

There is a lion head in it that you can possibly modify.

Lion head from the book:
http://imgur.com/yMd24e2

As a start, I’d suggest something like this. A big book of heaps of different stitches can be super useful to have around.

I bought this book awhile back. Everything in it is so cute and fun :)

https://www.amazon.com/Animal-Heads-Trophy-Crochet/dp/178494064X
Its the best thing i have brought so far, it has taught me so much about crochet.
No way could i free form this! Maybe one day..

I taught myself knitting from Stitch 'n Bitch. I'm currently knitting a bamboo-silk cabled cardigan. It is so relaxing to feel the fine yarn slipping through my fingers and the smooth bamboo needles warming to my touch. I am a bit of a yarn snob, though. I can't knit with acrylic... The squeak it makes is like nails across a chalkboard. A good reference book for both knitting and crocheting is the Reader's Digest Guide to Knitting and Crochet Stitches. I usually end up crocheting toys for the kids and, strangely, acrylic doesn't bother me during crocheting at all.

I recommend The Happy Hooker (http://www.amazon.com/Stitch-Bitch-Crochet-Happy-Hooker-ebook/dp/B00ESCURFY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1397488757&sr=8-1&keywords=happy+hooker). Also, check out tutorials on youtube or your local yarn store probably has classes if you want to learn in person.

Looks like The Complete Book of Crochet Stitch Designs: 500 Classic & Original Patterns and The Complete Book of Crochet Border Designs: Hundreds of Classics & Original Patterns.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1454701374/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1454708107/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I asked for a set of pom pom makers, a yarn winder, a nice-looking yarn tote, a set of blocking mats, and some awesome crochet books!

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/178494064X/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_YLbzyb7009MDN

I would assume you could find something similar in this book. It's currently #1 on my most wanted list. Now that I'm done Christmas gift crochet, I'm planning on rewarding myself with this.

Made this adorable puffin from Animal Friends of Pica Pau. I have also made the frog from the book, everything from the book is so cute! Only change I made was to crochet the eyes instead of using plastic safety eyes as it is for a baby.

This may be of use to you! Available on Amazon :) A to Z of Crochet: The Ultimate Guide for the Beginner to Advanced Crocheter https://www.amazon.com/dp/156477998X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ce.xDbX2FSG4Z

Edit: however, it's a book. Not an online encyclopedia.

Thank you!

It's the gazelle pattern from this book:
[Animal Friends of Pica Pau: Gather All 20 Colorful Amigurumi Animal Characters] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/9491643193/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_bpsPDbNM703Y7).

A book on my digital list. So I can make some new stuff.

HAPPY HUMPDAY!

They’re from a book. I got mine from amazon. Worth every penny.
Animal Friends of Pica Pau: Gather All 20 Colorful Amigurumi Animal Characters https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/9491643193/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BxyADb0XAXHCR

Me too! I liked cartoony pictures and gifs because they stayed put. That and this book. I'll still gladly look at your source material as I do my researching.

I found a book with a section on cables and it had some really great cables. It's called Crochet Stitches Visual Encyclopedia.
What are the rules on taking pictures of books? If it's allowed I could post some photos.

Oh, definitely aware. This is the first place I saw the pun with regards to crocheting, though. It was amusing.

I love the Edwards menagerie set. There are three books, animals, birds, and a build your own monster one.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1446304787/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1505827423&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=edwards+menagerie&dpPl=1&dpID=510OIrRd-VL&ref=plSrch

Why not? They make such lovely afghans and doilies.

One of my favorites:

The Complete Book of Crochet Stitch Designs: 500 Classic & Original Patterns https://www.amazon.com/dp/1454701374/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_vLeWzb0SGRZCF

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Amigurumi is good for demonstrating how to create the basic shapes.

I used the Quinby pattern from Crochet One Skein Wonders. It was super simple to follow.

The Knitting Answer Book by Margaret Radcliffe is an excellent resource. https://www.amazon.com/Knitting-Answer-Book-Solutions-Question/dp/1580175996

I loosely followed this pattern from this book instead of the shell in the pattern I used the third hexagon pattern on this site It was a fun project!

I got it from the following book:

Durant, Judith, Edie Echman. "Crochet One-Skein Wonders". North Adams: Storey Publishing, 2013. Title of the work: "Lucky Dog" by Deb Richey.
Link to the book on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Crochet-One-Skein-Wonders-Projects-Crocheters/dp/1612120423

Also! If any of you enjoy crocheting and have the kindle app or ereader, there's a book available for 2.99 [right now] (http://www.amazon.com/Crochet-One-Skein-Wonders-Crocheters-ebook/dp/B00ANSW80Y?tag=bookbubemailc-20) that came up in my e-book bargain e-mail. I don't personally do any kind of pretty or productive work with needles, but I thought I'd pass the link along to those who can!

A to Z of Crochet this book is very helpful to me!

I have a friend who wrote a book about yarn bombing

Animal Friends of Pica Pau: Gather All 20 Colorful Amigurumi Animal Characters https://www.amazon.ca/dp/9491643193/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_yG3SBbWBYEQBD

She is from Animal Friends of Pica Pau .

It’s from Animal Friends of Pica Pau : my local library had a copy. Gonna see if I can work up a Platypus before it needs to go back.

This is the book I used to learn. I found it very helpful - lots of diagrams. And the entire second half is a wide variety of patterns.

This made me laugh because for a couple of months this book has sat in my Amazon basket, but I'm told i can't hang any up! Animal Heads: Trophy Heads to Crochet https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/178494064X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_8VeMybW848QCH

Look at buying a crochet stitch encyclopedia
Crochet Stitches Visual Encyclopedia (Teach Yourself VISUALLY Consumer) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1118030052/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_cwm7Ab4Y0QE2K I found this one is good, lots of different stitches to try

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/156477998X i just got this book and i really like it. it shows you how to do a lot of different things.

Yes it's from a book called Edwards menagerie

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/1446304787/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1457164872&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=edwards+menagerie&dpPl=1&dpID=51OaaqBygnL&ref=plSrch

It looks like Twinkie Chan's pizza scarf pattern. It's in [this book.] (https://www.amazon.com/Twinkie-Crochet-Goodies-Fashion-Foodies/dp/0740797581/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1285225016&sr=8-1)

My husband bought me this book and I learned to do it in there. You start with a basic chain stitch that is a multiple of 14 plus 3 (ie 28+3, 42+3). Then you use increases and decreases (dc3tog in this case) to create the waves. This video shows exactly what I did to achieve my waves.

I use the following book: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1454701374/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1404777448&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40
I prefer chart patterns and this book has both, plus I can customize all the patterns easily

I love this book:

http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Photo-Guide-Crochet-Comprehensive/dp/1589234723

The only downside is that I wasn't a big fan of the directions for basic stitches, but they have a lot of different stitches with written directions and visual directions. Not a lot of patterns to make things though.

He’s from this book: https://www.amazon.com/Animal-Friends-Pica-Pau-Characters/dp/9491643193

I’m not sure if it’s ok to post copyrighted material here...

I wouldn't say it's just for knitters, but Debbie Stoller of Stitch n Bitch also wrote a book on crochet, in a similar style and format to her book on knitting. I liked it, but I learned knitting and crochet at about the same time, so maybe I didn't think like a knitter yet. Hopefully this helps!

I may or may not have demanded the stag kit from my SO for christmas, which I whipped up on xmas day and is now proudly displayed above our TV.

And, as I'm 'bistitchual' I've also made the Ram and the Zebra from Vanessa Mooncie's Animal Heads >_<

My next plan is for the Tiger, so I will have to buy the book when my yarn ban ends...

3 different books of crochet patterns. I've been waiting for this one to be available in the US for ages, and I got this one, and I pre-ordered this little book of monsters.

Pattern is "Pine Trees" from A Complete Photo Guide to Crochet - link

http://www.amazon.com/Twinkie-Crochet-Goodies-Fashion-Foodies/dp/0740797581

physical copy price seems a bit high, but that's the book...

I never knew I wanted a crocheted zebra head mounted to my wall until now. Ravelry link for a book amazon link to book Spoiler, there's more than just a zebra in there!!!

Pattern from this book: https://www.amazon.com/Animal-Friends-Pica-Pau-Characters/dp/9491643193

Ravelry link: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/animal-friends-of-pica-pau

(I forgot to line his ears and wasn’t about to detach them after I got them on! )

I found this one that has more realistic looking heads. I’m so tempted to get it but it seems so intimidating to attempt to crochet.

The shapes here are from this book. When I have done all of the shapes in it I am moving on to this book.

This is a Twinkie Chan pattern from this book. Chan Book

There is a similiar bacon and eggs pillow pattern on Ravelry. Pillow

I am making a pillow next since I already have the yarn and know the techniques. I actually think the pillow will get more use than the scarf.

Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ESCURFY/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_K4GvDbZKYXAC2

This is the yarn. https://www.amazon.com/Red-Heart-Boutique-Unforgettable-Yarn/dp/B008CVJN0M/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref=yo_pop_d_pd_title

I bought it for a different project, that didn't go well, so repurposed it using a pattern from this book. https://www.amazon.com/Crochet-One-Skein-Wonders®-Projects-Crocheters/dp/1612120423/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541397390&sr=8-1&keywords=one+skein+wonders+crochet

Stich n Bitch was my book of choice. I taught myself to knit with that and the Knitting Answer Book. I keep the latter on hand in my knitting bag in case I forget how to do something.

https://www.amazon.com/Stitch-n-Bitch-Knitters-Handbook/dp/0761128182/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483985552&sr=8-1&keywords=stitch+n+bitch

https://www.amazon.com/Knitting-Answer-Book-Solutions-Question/dp/1580175996