These 12 towel toppers are a great way to use up your yarn stash and add whimsy to your kitchen. With small amounts of worsted-weight yarn, you can make several fun and practical projects to keep your towels handy.

22 textured projects for you and your home. Projects include an oversize spring cardi, hats, scarves, doily, coasters, table runner, 16 stitches sampler throw, earrings, bracelets and more! Projects are made using various weights of yarn.

Everyone loves to crochet mandalas! These stunning afghans are works of art and are sure to take centre stage no matter how you display them. Designs include both squared-up and round versions. Includes 15 throws; four throws are made using dk weight, one bulky weight and all remaining throws use worsted weight yarn.

Choose from 20 holiday designs to warm your home for each season! From Christmas ornaments to Easter baskets, you can find festive crochet projects for the whole year.

'Stash' is a crochet term for leftover or oddball yarn and 'Stash-Busting' is finding a project that uses these small amounts of yarn. In this amazing book you will find over 40 designs all made with small amounts of different sizes of yarn for home, baby and accessories! Designs include gnome coasters, little gnomes, easy doilies, afghans, hot pads, baby blankets, baby slippers, a ladies shawlette, jewellery and more!

When you stitch these colourful dishcloths you can almost hear the relaxing sound of the ocean! Each dishcloth is made using a DK-weight cotton yarn and a size G hook. Samples shown made using Sirdar Happy Cotton DK-weight yarn. Finished size: 8" sq. Designed by Lisa McDonald.

Set the scene for Halloween! This book includes all the crochet patterns you need to decorate and entertain for the perfect Halloween party. Plus, you can stitch many of these 25+ patterns as fast as the flutter of a bat's wings! Crochet a spellbinding throw! Worked in a bright Halloween palette, the enchanting Esmerelda Throw captures the whimsy of the season. The throw is crocheted in rows of bewitching stitches that include clusters, bobbles and spike stitches. A monster face at every place; create some Spooktacular Mug Rugs each featuring a Halloween monster stitched in bright colours. Your guests can pick their favourites for party favours. Add a touch of drama to your dining room with a monochromatic Spooky Table Runner featuring the spooky silhouette of a cat perched upon a classic jack-o'-lantern.

Includes a general overview of 500+ crochet stitches and helpful tips. Don't miss out on this special CD collection featuring our most popular stitch books all on one CD. The disc includes full-colour photography and complete instructions. The CD is both PC and MAC compatible.

20+ designs that will add that perfect touch to your holiday decor! Choose from an adorable gnome wall hanging, a whimsical pocket shawl, afghans, ornaments and more!

Whether you need a durable tote for the market or beach, these bags are versatile and fun! These 8 stylish and trendy bags are ready to stitch using worsted-weight cotton yarn and one made using strips of plastic bags! Designs are made using different crochet techniques such as filet, Tunisian, and several specialty stitches. Sizes range from 12" x 15" to 20" x 20" all excluding handles. Skill level: Easy to intermediate.

If you are looking for whimsical, traditional and farmhouse-style Christmas ideas, then look no further! This book is filled with 31 amazing holiday designs to deck your halls, plus designs that will help you give the perfect handmade gift to anyone on your list! Designs include an on-trend deer plaid afghan, a whimsical Santa afghan, mug rugs, ornaments, a gnome scarf, baskets, an angel doily, a snowman, slippers, farmhouse-style pillows and so much more! Most projects are made using worsted-weight yarn or size 10 thread.

By adding a stitch here and a stitch there and using yarn instead of thread, this book includes 5 beautiful doily designs which have been turned into throws. All are made using Deborah Norville Everyday Soft worsted-weight yarn. Skill level: easy to intermediate. 'In conclusion if you are a crochet fan who enjoys hooking up an unusual blanket pattern, then you will love this crochet book.' www.lazydaisyjones.com

Wrap up this winter with these seven fabulous scarves all made using Scheepjes Stonewashed XL worsted-weight yarn. Stitches used include bobbles, mosaic, cables, cross-stitches and more! All scarves can easily be made in a weekend and make the perfect gift for friends, family and you!

Create handy storage units or thoughtful gifts. This guide will help you make 14 different shaped baskets using Dk-, medium- (holding 2 strands together) and Super Bulky-weight yarns. Colourful Chevrons includes 2 size baskets - one with handles and one without; Hanging Around is a clever basket that can be hung on a peg, Textured Perfections is a beautiful textured basket, Stylish Storage is a set of 3 nesting baskets, Owl on Guard is a fun basket that looks like an owl, Woven Wonders is a set of 2 size woven baskets, Lacy Elegance includes 3 size baskets and Go Team is a basket that can be made in your favourite team colours!

From the first to the last page, this book includes a treasure trove of spectacular afghans. Everyone who crochets will be inspired by the vast assortment of textures, stitches and techniques. Granny squares, motifs, Tunisian, diagonal plus traditional stitches are all made complete with beautiful fringed, scalloped, pineapple and floral edgings. Like the variety and diversity of the people we know and love, this afghan collection offers 26 designs as varied as our homes and decorating styles. This book is sure to become a compendium of your most cherished afghan designs. Skill levels range from easy to experienced.

Made using worsted- and chunky-weight yarns, these 8 sets of hats and scarves are great for casual and outdoor play! Hats are worked from the top-down, or bottom to top and even side to side. All include an opening at the top of the crown for a pony-tail or messy bun. Matching scarves include long wrap-around type and cowls. Size: Hats - 18" to 22" circumference; Scarves range from 8"W x 62"L to 10"W x 56 1/2"L, Cowls range from 8"W x 32" circumference to 11"W x 36" circumference. Skill level: Easy to intermediate.

Hooded scarves offer a modern way to stay warm in cold weather. These six scarves not only have hoods, but handy pockets too! Hooded scarves can be worn in many ways. You can layer them on top of a sweater and wear the hood up or down, or you can tuck them inside your coat and wrap around your neck and leave one end hanging down. And don't forget they make great gifts because they are quick-to-stitch!

Decorate your home this Christmas with 23 festive designs. Ornaments, garlands, afghans, pillows, angels, snowmen, gift-card holders and more are included in this book. Designs are made using mostly worsted-weight yarn, plus size 10 crochet cotton and bulky-weight yarn.

Eleven sweet designs are made using light and worsted-weight yarn. Choose from mile-a-minute, pineapples, granny square and more. Perfect for a newborn baby! Skill level: Easy to intermediate

Six colourful designs that recreate the beauty of quilts with the ease of crochet! Each design is made using Red Heart Super Saver worsted-weight yarn. Pattern includes written instructions and colour charts. Sizes range from 45"W x 64"L to 52 1/2"W x 66"L.

These little beauties make great gifts to slip into cards, or to use as coasters, package trims, sachets, party favours and much more. Made in a rainbow of colours, all are stitched using size 10 crochet thread. Skill level: Easy to intermediate.

Eight beautiful designs are made using sport-, light- and worsted-weight yarn. Pattern includes written instructions, special stitch illustrations and placement charts. Sizes range from 36"W x 52"L to 53"W x 64"L. Skill level: Easy to intermediate

Now you can choose between thread and yarn! This book includes instructions for making 101 doilies crocheted using size 10 crochet cotton thread or worsted-weight yarn. The thread creates small doilies perfect for coasters and the large doilies can be used on tables and dressers. Finished small sizes range from 3 1/2" to 6". Finished large sizes range from 7 1/2" to 14". Skill level: Easy.