Bøger af Salena Baca

Anyone can learn to crochet!All you need to start crocheting are yarn, a crochet hook, and step-by-step instructions from an expert teacher such as Salena Baca. She brings her years of experience teaching novice crocheters to this instructional guide, presenting the stitches and techniques of crochet in easy-to-understand terms and illustrative photos that will have you making your first stitches within a few minutes. Once you know how to form the basic stitches, the sky is the limit! Salena teaches you to crochet in rows to make items like scarves and towels and then in rounds to make hats, baskets, and other circular items. Then you'll be ready to crochet from your first pattern! Salena explains pattern-reading and includes 10 beginner-level patterns you can use to practice your skills. By the time you finish the practice patterns, you'll have a solid foundation of crochet skills and be ready for more complex crochet adventures!

Granny Squares are for more than just blankets! They can be adapted to make cute tops, bags, hats, and more! Salena Baca walks you through your first square row by row to ensure success. Joining techniques are also explained and illustrated, so you'll be ready to complete any of the 10 patterns with ease.

Adorn your mantle with handmade crocheted stockings!Whether you are looking for a stocking reminiscent of Christmases past or love a fresh twist on tradition such as the Santa hat or mitten "stocking," you'll find just what you need in this collection. Styles include colorful textured patterns, granny squares, stripes, bobbles, cables, and more; some with tassels and ties and all with a loop for hanging. Change up the colors to go with any holiday color scheme.All patterns are achievable by a beginner to intermediate crocheter, and small projects like this are the perfect place to learn and practice new skills. Your unique stocking may also give Santa a clue as to what he should put in your stocking--more yarn!

Crocheting items for the home provides a wonderful opportunity to display and enjoy your handmade items every day. From blankets and pillows, to baskets, place mats, coasters, wall hangings, rugs and more, the 10 designs in this book from Salena Baca will enhance any décor.

Get ready for cool weather, fast!You'll be ready to cozy up in no time with these 6 crochet designs made with bulky yarn and big hooks. Designs include pullovers, cardigans, ponchos, and wraps in easy-to-wear, popular oversized fit.

Start crocheting today with expert, beginner-friendly instructions!Salena Baca, from her many years of teaching crochet, has crafted a frustration-free style that explains each step, anticipates pitfalls, and helps you to understand crochet. Just like taking a class with her, she outlines everything you need to know to get started: choosing yarn and hooks, how to hold your work, basic stitches, and how to create your very first projects. Youll learn to work in rows, rounds, and tubes; read and follow crochet charts; combine stitches; change colors; expertly finish your work; and so much more! Lessons include fun and easy patterns (28 total) for you to practice skills and complete real projects such as a blanket, baskets, market bags, hats, wrap, table runner, home decor, and so much more!After you complete Salena's 10 essential lessons, you will have the confidence and skill to complete any other crochet projects you choose!

Add a pop of color and style to your home with these quick crochet pieces!Bringing new textures and colors into your home decor can make all the difference, and with these pieces you can make a whole selection of items for seasonal changes or just to suit your mood. Crochet colorful dishcloths, trivets, and potholders for the kitchen; a beautiful runner, plant hanger, and place mats for your dining room; and a basket, rug, and more for any room in your house. All of the patterns in this book work up in just a few hours, and are perfect for crocheting on the go. With just a hook and yarn in colors you love, you can brighten up every room in your house!

Carry it all in style!Hooked in your favorite colors, the handbags in this book will take you from shopping to dinner or book club and beyond. A variety of different styles, from tote to bucket bag, will suit whatever purpose you decide. Make the bags in neutrals or go for a bold, colorful look.Each of the 10 crochet patterns is presented with clear written instructions and construction diagrams if needed. Make the Mesh bag for produce, the Primrose or Trinity bag for casual style, and any of the bags for a trip to the yarn store (better bring two!).

If you shy away from crocheting sweaters, cardigans, ponchos, or tops because you think they're complicated and take too much time to make, this book was designed just for you.Crochet in a Weekend offers 29 wrap, cowl, cardigan, poncho, tunic, sweater, and top patterns for every season of the year! Each design is made with a yarn that's easy to find (or substitute), stitches that create gorgeous fabrics (that are easy to memorize), and separate pieces that are portable and easy to seam together!You can start with simple designs like the Roving Stole or Date Night Poncho if you're looking for styles made with dazzling yarns! The Coboo Top and ZZ Twist Tee are worked with open stitches, creating oversized fits that are very complementary to wear. When looking for cozy, plush styles, the Charisma Poncho, Color Made Easy Cardigan, and Weekend Blanket Wrap are classic pieces that you'll love to wear!Whether you're looking for a quick project, like the Picnic Vest or Warlock Wrap, or want to learn a new stitch or technique with the Mauve Cardigan or Speckle Sweater, your weekend crochet projects really can be gorgeous designs that you'll enjoy making!

Looking for a quick crochet fix? Crochet in a Day has 42 sure-to-please patterns that can all be started and finished in a day or less. From wearables like cowls, hats, slippers, and even a poncho, to home items like place mats, dish cloths, and baskets, every item will crochet up fast!

Making crochet tops has never been so easy!Crocheted squares and rectangles can be shaped and combined to form a surprising array of pullovers, cardigans, lightweight tops, and wraps. Simple and easy-to-follow instructions will have you hooking up a whole new wardrobe of beautiful, creative crochet pieces you will be proud to wear.

Decorate your home for the holidays with festive crocheted decorations, ornaments, and Christmas cozies! Need a quick holiday gift? This book has you covered there, too, with cute crocheted hats, cowls, and other accessories that work up in a jiffy.