Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs : 144 Circles, Hexagons, Triangles, Squares, and Other Unexpected Shapes

Learn to crochet, make a granny square. It's a simple formula that has held true for decades. Crocheters love granny squares because the technique is simple to learn but the possibilities are endless. Vary the colors. Use the same colors but change their placement. Add unique images. Make the same square over and over but in different sizes. There is much to love about the classic square crochet motif. But if it's hip to make squares, imagine the coolness quotient of circles, stars, triangles, and hexagons. Beyond-the-Square Crochet Motifs introduces crocheters to more than 150 designs of every size and shape. Full-color photographs capture the intricate details and color work in each motif, and the stitching instructions offer the flexibility of being presented in both text and symbol formats. Each motif can be quickly crocheted and then used as a small embellishment on a larger item or combined with other motifs to create original pieces, from baby blankets to tote bags. Edie Eckman inspires readers to see the world of possibility in each motif. Master the technique, then let the imagination run wild.Motifs give crocheters the freedom to play with shape, color, and texture in patterns that are small and quickly completed. Motifs — each one a tiny work of art — are at once addictive and rewarding. With its unexpected range of shapes, designs, and color ideas, Beyond-the-Square Crochet Motifs will keep enthusiasts happy for a very long time! Translation: De arte de inspiración Art Decó diseños geométricos a rayas de tablero de ajedrez y motivos tradicionales elaborados, esta guía ayuda a los artesanos a redescubrir crochet con más de 200 patrones de bloque fabulosos. El empleo de los estilos tradicionales y modernos colores, bloques de punto inspiran los artesanos para crear una paleta dinámica del color, el patrón y la textura de la mezcla, a juego, y la combinación. Paso a paso las instrucciones acompañan a cada modelo, junto con fotografías impresionantes que animan crocheters de explorar una serie de combinaciones y coordenadas de color. Un directorio de los bloques es una referencia cruzada con los símbolos que describen las técnicas utilizadas y el grado de dificultad, y cada patrón está diseñado para que los bloques acabados son del mismo tamaño cuando se trabajan en hilo del mismo peso. Un curso de actualización útil de puntos de sutura y técnicas de ganchillo se incluye, así como los patrones de orlas y instrucciones sobre cómo hacer flecos para acabar con los afganos en el estilo "From Art Deco--inspired geometric designs to traditional checkerboard stripes and elaborate motifs, this guide helps crafters rediscover crochet with more than 200 fabulous block patterns. Employing traditional styles and contemporary colors, crocheted blocks inspire crafters to create a dynamic palette of color, pattern, and texture by mixing, matching, and combining. Step-by-step instructions accompany each pattern, along with stunning photographs that encourage crocheters to explore a range of color combinations and coordinates. A directory of blocks is cross-referenced with symbols that describe the techniques used and the degree of difficulty, and each pattern is designed so that finished blocks are the same size when they are worked in yarn of the same weight. A useful refresher course of crochet stitches and techniques is included, as are patterns for edgings and instructions on making fringes to finish off afghans in style."--Description from English version on Amazon.com El ganchillo es una de las tcnicas ms antiguas y fascinantes que se emplean para crear una tela a partir de hilos. Descubre cmo elaborar tapices, colchas y otros elementos nicos y maravillosos para el hogar con este manual de diseos tradicionales y modernos de atractivos colores. Elige entre 200 preciosas labores y aprende cmo unirlas y combinarlas para crear con ellas mantas, tapices, chales y otros accesorios funcionales y decorativos. Descubre maneras originales de combinar colores, patrones y diseos geomtricos inspirados en el Art Dco, elaborados motivos geomtricos o un tradicional ajedrez, entre una amplia e inspiradora gama de labores. There's a lot to love about the classic square crochet motif. But if it's hip to make squares, imagine the excitement of making circles, stars, triangles, and hexagons. Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs introduces crocheters to more than 150 designs of every size and shape. Full-color photographs capture the intricate details and color work of each motif, and clear step-by-step instructions are presented in both text and visual formats. With its unexpected range of shapes, designs, and color ideas, Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs will keep enthusiasts happy for a very long time!

Create crochet magic.

All the things you love about granny squares are also true of crocheted circles, triangles, hexagons, and stars. Motifs of any shape are fun, creative, addictive, and a perfect way to use up small bits of yarn.

Play with colors and shapes. Refine your hooking skills. Sew your tiny masterpieces into trendy wearables and soft home goods. Piece dozens together to make blankets, wraps, and tote bags. These 144 motifs will go wherever your imagination leads.

Move beyond granny squares and get ready for crocheted circles, triangles, hexagons, and stars. Edie Eckman opens up the door to crocheting creativity with more than 140 motifs of every shape and size. Embellish your clothing, linens, housewares, and bags with colorful patterns as you put odd yarn leftovers to good use. Step-by-step instructions and color photographs provide the building blocks to limitless possibilities. Inspiration til at hækle lapper i forskellige farver, former og mønstre. Indeholder også en hæklevejledning 150 circles, triangles, hexagons, squares, and other unexpected shapes. Collection of 144 crochet patterns with illustrations and instructions