{"title":"Melissa Leapman","description":"\u003cp\u003eMelissa Leapman's books offer a masterclass in the art of crochet, guiding readers from fundamental techniques to advanced stitch patterns. Her clear, detailed instruction invites both beginners and experienced crafters to deepen their skills and explore creative possibilities within this timeless craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on practical yet inspiring projects, Leapman’s work celebrates the rich texture and versatility of crochet. These titles are essential for anyone passionate about Arts \u0026amp; Culture crafts, providing a trusted resource to elevate every stitch.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"essential-crochet-next-level-stitches-by-melissa-leapman-9780760392348","title":"Essential Crochet Next-Level Stitches","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdapted from Melissa Leapman's \u003cem\u003eIndispensable Stitch Collection for Crocheters\u003c\/em\u003e, this beautiful, comprehensive, and easy-to-tote stitch pattern companion is a must-have for your crochet project bag!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a small, easy-to-tote format, \u003cem\u003eEssential Crochet Next-Level Stitches\u003c\/em\u003e is a concise stitch dictionary featuring 100 stitch patterns for textures, colourwork, and fancy edgings. This rich library of crochet stitch designs covers a wide range of patterns, from a braided cable to a reversible brocade to a delicate edging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach stitch pattern includes a photo of a finished swatch and both easy-to-read instructions and a stitch diagram using international symbols. Choose the format that makes you and your crochet hook happy. Most of the patterns are original and accessible to most skill levels. 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This rich library of crochet stitch designs covers a wide range of patterns, from a thicket pattern to summertime shells to clover lace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach stitch pattern includes a photo of a finished swatch and both easy-to-read instructions and a stitch diagram using international symbols. Choose the format that makes you and your crochet hook happy. Most of the patterns are original and are accessible to most skill levels. 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Crochet diva Melissa Leapman divulges 200 of her favourite crochet stitch patterns in this book—enough designs to keep you busy stitching for years!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany of the patterns included are original designs, and others are garnered from Leapman's years of experience in the industry. The book is geared toward crocheters of all skill levels and is formatted in a way that encourages readers to learn and grow as they sample from the patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe beginning of \u003cem\u003eMelissa Leapman's Indispensable Stitch Collection for Crocheters\u003c\/em\u003e features a pattern library with a full explanation of stitch multiples and how they work. Suggestions are offered about how to design basic projects, including afghans, pillows, hats, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book's second section offers stitch patterns arranged by type—from lace to cables to colourwork and beyond. Each stitch pattern is accompanied by easy-to-read instructions, stitch diagrams using international symbols, and a clear photo. If the reverse side of the fabric is interesting for a given pattern, both sides will be presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA unique icon is used to mark these special patterns, making them easy to seek out for versatile scarves and blankets, which must look attractive on both sides. Readers will want to make hats, scarves, shawls, and more for themselves and friends. The patterns just beg to be stitched. No one can deny it—this book is off the hook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47431586840812,"sku":"9781589239296","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781589239296.jpg?v=1774557543"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/melissa-leapman.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}