Kirjahaku

You can create your own crocheted keepsakes from some of the most beautiful afghan patterns of yesteryear.Get out your odds and ends of yarn because all these Afghans can be made with scrap yarn Not only are they vintage beauties they are economical too.This collection is from the 1930's to 1950?s. I have re-designed each pattern so you can crochet these wonderful Afghans.This pattern booklet is printed in black & white. Pictures of the six afghans are shown in color on the back cover.

You can create your own crocheted spa gift sets for Christmas gifts, birthdays, or any special occasion Instructions are for a small and large bath puff made from Caron's Spa yarn. Spa yarns are 75% acrylic and 25% Bamboo. The yarn is a very soft and silky blend that works very well for making bath puffs. A petite popcorn face cloth pattern is also included in this set. The face cloth has a nice nubby texture for gentle exfoliation.A pattern for ballerina type slippers in three sizes using Lily's Sugar'n Cream cotton yarn with matching face cloth is quick and easy to crochet. Instructions for makeup removal pads to crochet in cotton yarns are also included.I designed a gift set that uses Aunt Lydia's size three, 100% Bamboo crochet thread. Instructions are for a small bath puff and face cloth. A pattern for jar lid covers also using a size 3 thread can be placed on canning jars filled with homemade bath salts.Gauge is not particularly important when making the bath puffs or face cloths so you are not limited to using the yarns I used in making the examples.You can use acrylic or cotton worsted weight yarn for the large puff and the smaller bath puff uses any size 3 thread.I hope you enjoy making Crocheted Spa Gifts

These cute slippers are very quick and easy to make. The designs use #4 medium weight yarn. The pattern instructions include 5 styles of slippers for children and adults in six sizes.Cute puppies, colorful owls, pink poodles, calico cats, and mischievous sock monkeysall great for gift giving.This booklet is printed with black and white photos. Color pictures appear on the front and back of the booklet. 61 pages.

When you think about vintage afghans the granny probably is the first afghan that comes to mind and then the classic ripple. In this book I have put a new twist on these two vintage afghan styles. The four afghans in this book are my interpretation of these classic designs. The afghan patterns in this book are suitable for beginners but you should already know some basic crochet stitches and terminology before trying these afghans.The Lacy Ripple afghan is an easy V-Stitch pattern that is quick to make with a size K hook. The afghan looks complicated but it's really a very simple pattern. A photo tutorial is included for beginners.Granny Waves is crocheted in the classic granny style shell pattern. This pattern is a very easy scrap afghan made all in one piece so there isn't any sewing together. Once you learn the pattern it's a great afghan to crochet while watching TV not to mention using up those scrap yarns. I've included lots of photos for beginners.Hexagon Granny Ripple combines the granny and ripple patterns together into a kaleidoscope of beautiful color. The easy hexagon granny's are first crocheted then they are sewn together to form rows. A granny style ripple is then crocheted to either side of the hexagon strips.Geometric Granny Stripe is a very simple afghan to crochet. This afghan is crocheted in colorful strips and then a border is added. The strips are then sewn together and a final border is crocheted around the entire afghan. This pattern is great for using up small amounts of scrap yarns.

These warm and cuddly slippers are very quick and easy to make. You can knit these slippers in just a weekend using #5 and #6 bulky yarns. The pattern instructions are for 3 different style slippers in three sizes. Two of the pattern instructions are written for different types of yarn so there are actually 5 slipper patterns in all. There are slippers with or without cuffs using Homespun a #5 bulky yarn and the same slippers are made using Country Loom a #6 super bulky weight yarn.Patterns for six different embellishments are also included. There are patterns for three different roses, a layered flower, a simple flower with a button, and a bow.The instructions are very easy and suitable for beginners. You should, however, already know the basic stitches and how to read patterns. You need to know how to cast on, knit, purl, decrease, increase, bind off, and sew seams.

Crochet these quick and easy Christmas coffee cup cozies for yourself or to give as a gift. The coffee cozies can be made up in less than an hour and make great last minute gifts. Cheerful and bright in colorful Christmas colors or make them in any color you wish. The patterns in this book are suitable for beginners but you should already know some basic crochet stitches and terminology before trying them. The patterns are for coffee mug cozies and coffee sleeves that fit over standard sized coffee mugs. The sleeves fit most coffee cups.

Quick and easy thread ornaments for your Christmas tree or to use as package toppers. The patterns use a size 5 crochet thread and D crochet hook so you can make them in a hurry There are 8 designs for snowflakes.I have included a link to download a paper pattern for blocking as well as detailed instructions for washing and blocking your snowflakes.

Why knit a dishcloth? First dishcloths are excellent projects for beginners. They are also great projects for more experienced knitters who want to make a quick gift or want a project they can complete start to finish in a day.These hanging kitchen towels and dishcloths are quick and easy to make. You can knit a set in just a weekend using cotton yarns and number 9 knitting needles. They are knitted using interesting textured patterns that may look complicated but are actually very easy to knit. Kitchen towel sets make great gifts or a nice addition to your own kitchen The skill levels for the patterns are beginner and easy. You should, however, already know the basic stitches and how to read patterns. You need to know how to cast on, knit, purl, yarn over, knit two together, and bind off. Included in this book are pattern instructions for 6 different kitchen towels with matching dishcloths. At the end of the book in the helpful hint section there are detailed instructions for blocking your dishcloths.I hope you enjoy making these easy to knit kitchen towel sets.

Coffee cozies and kindle covers are so quick and easy you can crochet one in two hours or less The patterns are easy, however, you should know how to crochet in the round and be able to front and back post crochet before attempting these patterns. Cozies and kindle covers make great gifts and are fun to crochet.There are nine designs in this book. The coffee cozy patterns are for either an 18-20 inch disposable coffee cup or coffee cups. You can make the cozies in a classic houndstooth check, basket weave, or textured rib pattern. All of the cozy patterns have a matching kindle cover.The kindle cover patterns are for three sizes. The patterns are based on the width of the eReader or small tablet with adjustments made for height. Choose the size, small, medium, or large that is closest to the width of your device and crochet about an inch taller than the device. The patterns can be used for many brands of eReaders or tablets. I have compiled a list of some popular eReaders and tablets, their dimensions, and the corresponding pattern size.

Easy to crochet in just a few hours, these quick and easy slippers are made with super bulky yarn and a size M crochet hook. There are two different styles with three cuff variations. The patterns have instructions to make slipper boots for children and adults in four sizes. Tutorials for finishing your slippers and a special stitches tutorial is included.Slipper boots keep your feet warm and toasty and are perfect for lounging and snuggling. Crochet these comfy cozy boots for yourself or as a gift for someone special. I hope you enjoy the patterns