It's an oldie... of course... published in 1979... but it is chocked full of crafty goodness. There are almost 500 pages of craft techniques, project ideas and patterns.
each page has clear photos and diagrams...
and there is even a section on experimental techniques...
and of course, I want to explore them all!
Oh I love it when you come across a book like that. You just can't put it down and you have to have a go,don't you?
ReplyDeleteThat does look like a great book. Lots of inspiration in there.
ReplyDeleteWell spotted :-)
I love those older style knit/crochet books. I have the Reader Digest Complete Guide to Needlecraft and it is my absolute go to reference books for stitches and techniques and such. It also has macrame and sewing etc in it.
ReplyDeleteThose books from the 60's-70's are the best. I always feel like they give you the most information for the lowest price. And sometimes the pictures are hilarious.
ReplyDeleteIf you ever get the time (haha - who ever does?) I'd love it if you could do a tutorial or just a regular post about how you ply your recycled yarn. I'm getting pretty interested in it but have no idea where to start.
Sorry! That last comment was mine - I pressed Enter a bit too soon.
ReplyDeleteSo jealous of your find! Love books like that. I can peruse them for hours and always feel inspired.
ReplyDeleteThe crochet section of that book is a book in itself - I have it! It's by Pam Dawson and it's called A Complete Guide to Crochet - I'd know those photos anywhere, that book has been my bible for years!
ReplyDeletethanks everyone :)
ReplyDeleteI have posted some photos and instructions on plying yarn here
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