Crochet: Just What You Need by Marie-Noelle Bayard

Stylish and super-practical, this introduction to crochet covers all the essential skills you need to master this popular craft. The book includes detailed step-by-step instructions for basic stitches, advanced techniques like decorations and joins, fifteen additional stitches, and fourteen patterns for circles, squares and patches perfect for creating blankets. Abbreviations, symbols and helpful guidance throughout make it an ideal companion for beginners and those looking to expand their skills.