Susan Lowman has recreated patterns for 23 timeless crochet pieces and adapted them for today's threads so you can make them yourself. The projects have been chosen from the superb collections of Jean Leinhauser and Rita Weiss, gathered over time from a variety of sources. Whether it's the Butterfly ...

Jawoll Reinforcement Thread is great for reinforcing the toes & heels of socks. You can even knit or crochet the thread along with another favorite sock yarn in either a complementary or contrasting color for added durability!

... , color 5110 & double stranded Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece, in color Mariner blue. •1 US 10.5 (6.5 mm) 32” (or longer) circular needle •1 size G crochet hook •4 Zephyr stitch markers •2 or 3 large, pretty buttons •Needle and thread •Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends) gauge: 14 sts & 20 rows ...

Here is a compendium of clever and creative techniques for solving common hand knitting, machine knitting and crocheting problems. This handy reference has everything from choosing yarn to blocking and assembling a garment, including how to cast on perfectly, machine knit a tuck, make an easy bobble ...

Felted Vest: adult s (m, l). Lopi: 7 (7, 7) balls. US 13 straight needles; US K crochet hook; stitch markers; stitch holders; 22 (22, 24)" separating zipper & matching sewing thread.

... Sweet Pea Hook Size: H8 (5.00mm) or size to obtain gauge Separating Zipper (in length for vest see note at end, 22” was used for pattern) Needle and thread for inserting zipper

... Sweet Pea Hook Size: H8 (5.00mm) or size to obtain gauge Separating Zipper (in length for vest see note at end, 22” was used for pattern) Needle and thread for inserting zipper