Vintage Crochet contains a gorgeous collection of timeless fashion pieces, pretty accessories, classic and quirky gifts, and modern-retro furnishings for the home and garden, all specially commissioned by Loop's founder, Susan Cropper, from a variety of leading international crochet designers. Using an array of sumptuous, textural yarns - such as alpaca, silk, cotton, mohair and cashmere - in subtle, earthy and vibrant colours, such as dirty pinks and blues, shades of cream, earthy brown, leafy green and burnt orange, these nostalgic designs will let you indulge your inner hippie-chick while creating future heirlooms to treasure. The projects feature a variety of different stitches and techniques - some quick and easy, and others requiring more time and skilll. Each pattern comes with yarn specifications and suggestions for embellishments using buttons, ribbons and pompoms.
Includes more than 30 specially commissioned patterns by leading international crochet designers - Bee Clinch, Kristeen Griffin-Grimes, Bobbi IntVeld, Kate Jenkins, Claire Montgomerie, Alicia Paulson, Leigh Radford, Kate Samphier, Emma Seddon, Nicki Trench and Juju Vail.
Designs 'Ava Wrap, 'Nico' Dress, 'Joni' Flower tunic, 'Millie' Cardigan, Ric-Rac Kerchief, 'Betty' Shrug, 'Lula' Scarf and Cloche Hat, 'Marianne' Bead Necklace, 'Sienna' Headband, Chevron Blanket, Picot Star Tablecloth, Popcorn-stitch Cushion, Shelf Runner, Cafe Curtain, Twinkle Lampshade, Kate's Breakfast Set, Picnic Blanket, Assortment of Covers, Garden Tablecloth, Papillion Canopy, Hipster Tote, Baby Blanket of Roses, 'Maisie' Cardigan, 'Syd' Rabbit, Butterfly-stitch Purse, 'Woody' Dog Coat, Hanger with Flower, Peony Corsage & Bobble-Stitch Handbag.
Book Contents
Introduction, Beautiful, Sumptuous Yarns, Boho Babes, Nostalgic Homes, Lazy Summers, Gorgeous Gifts, Techniques, Suppliers, Designers' Biographies, Acknowledgements.
Hardback, 144 pages.
