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Only the best crochet books
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items I've read every crochet book the library has to offer and bought those worth keeping. Here are the best of the bunch!
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All the blankets you could ever want to try
Borders! Get your borders here!
Stitches galore!
Amigurumi madness! (crochet stuffed animals)
Reference books for crocheters
All the blankets you could ever want to try
Patterns for all the afghans and blankets you could ever need
Tired of the same old patterns over and over again? Want to use the same yarn but have different textures that still work together? This book is fantastic for giving you a bunch of different crochet patterns you can mix and match to create a full bla...
Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets: 100 Patterned and Textured Stripes for 1000s of Unique Throws
There are some really lovely blankets in here! Various skill levels are represented, so this is great for a beginner or even someone who's been crocheting for decades.
Big Book of Crochet Afghans: 26 Afghans for Year-Round Stitching
This book has more great blanket patterns, and a lot are thick and cushy with bulky yarn. I liked it so much I bought 2! (After I lost the first one…)
25 Simple & Cozy Crochet Blankets
This book has some really beautiful blanket patterns to try!
Unexpected Afghans: Innovative Crochet Designs with Traditional Techniques
Borders! Get your borders here!
A good border/edge can make or break your crochet project.
Edie Eckman's books are like bibles in my house. This one is especially great because it's got a spiral bound spine hidden under that hardcover, so it's really easy to work from without the book constantly trying to close. The number of border option...
Every Which Way Crochet Borders: 139 Patterns for Customized Edgings
Another Edie Eckman masterpiece! More beautiful border options here along with really handy help for those tricky corners. I have to make more blankets so I can try more of these borders, they're just so lovely!
Around the Corner Crochet Borders: 150 Colorful, Creative Edging Designs with Charts & Instructions for Turning the Corner Perfectly Every Time
Stitches galore!
Learn some new crochet stitches with these awesome books
This is an older book but still relevant! It's full of interesting stitches you can use to embellish a project or make something wholly unique.
Crochet Stitch Guide - 86 Patterns Pocket
Lots and lots and LOTS of ways to make waves in your crochet in this book! Your next scarf or blanket or practically anything will look so impressive with some wavy patterns. Very pretty options in this one.
200 Ripple Stitch Patterns: Knit & Crochet
Amigurumi madness! (crochet stuffed animals)
All the cutest stuffed animals in amigurumi style
If you love cryptids like our household does, you'll buy this immediately! I've made a few from here and the patterns are written well, with clear instructions and photos. I can't wait to make them all!
A Crochet World of Creepy Creatures and Cryptids: 40 Amigurumi Patterns for Adorable Monsters, Mythical Beings and More
I made my very first amigurumis from this book and it was great for a beginner to the craft.
Super Cute Amigurumi: 25+ Easy Crochet Creatures
This is a good beginners book with basic amigurumi animals. If you want dogs, cats, and the like, start here!
Crochet Cute Critters: 26 Easy Amigurumi Patterns
Reference books for crocheters
These are great for beginners and crocheters that are old hands at this (but often forgetful)
This book has some really handy explanations of crochet techniques. It helped me when I was new to the skill and is still a good reference.
Crochet for Beginners: A Stitch Dictionary with Step-by-Step Illustrations and 10 Easy Projects
My very first crochet book! The spiral bound edge makes it really easy to use. Even after all this time, I still use this regularly to remind myself of basic stitches and techniques. Very, very handy to have around and thin enough to fit into your cr...
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