2 minute read
Modern Crochet Garden
by SYINC
Stylish Flower & Succulent Patterns to Stitch in a Day
BY AMY GAINES
ț 22 stylish botanical projects are all suitable for beginners.
ț Detailed instructions, yarn info, gauge guidance, and more leave no detail out.
ț A getting started section covers the basics for those new to the craft.
ț The deluxe package includes hardcover binding and thick matte paper, a great addition to any library.
Readers who love flowers, succulents, cacti, and crochet will love this book! Inside, readers will find 22 beautifully-designed projects that are simple enough to make in a day and stylish enough to display or give as gifts. The book is organized into two main themes: flower projects and succulent projects. The flower chapter starts with tutorials for making ten flowers, such as a daisy, a rose, and a ranunculus, as well as four kinds of leaves. After mastering the basic elements, readers can move on to a variety of flower-based projects. The succulent chapter provides a wide range of plant and cactus projects. Projects include practical items like coasters, dish scrubbers, and a table runner; decorative items like potted plants, a wreath, a garland, and wall art; and personal accessories like hair clips, purses, and headbands. Each project comes with detailed stitch instructions, a shopping list, the finished size, and the skill level. Also included are general crochet instructions, stitch diagrams, and yarn information.
AVAILABLE: June 2023 PRICE: $24.99 FORMAT: Hardcover SIZE: 7.75” × 9.5” PAGE COUNT: 160 ISBN: 978-0-7643-6134-0
Stunning photography inspires and motivates readers to pick up their crochet hooks . 22 projects all include yarn and hook info, gauge info, and stitch guides .
Clear, thorough step-by-step instructions make every project achievable in just one day .
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Amy Gaines is a well-known amigurumi designer, selling both knit and crochet patterns online to crafters around the world. Amy started her first shop on Etsy in 2006 and now can also be found on Ravelry, Craftsy, Amazon, LoveKnitting, and Creative Fabrica. Amy’s patterns have been published in many magazines, including Vogue Knitting, Knit 1, Elle Italia, and Crochet! Amy’s work can also be found in several Leisure Arts pattern books, including Cute Little Animals and Little Knitted Creatures. Amy was featured on the PBS program Knit and Crochet Now and in several Bluprint Instructional Videos. Amy also designs patterns for Lion Brand Yarn. The Massachusetts resident credits her husband Chris and her two daughters, Audrey and Alice, for their help and inspiration.
