Unexpected afghans
Subtitle: innovative crochet designs with traditional techniques
By: Robyn Chachula
Publisher: Interweave Press
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Loveland
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781596682993
Subjects: Patterns; Crocheting; Afghans (Coverlets); CRAFTS & HOBBIES / Needlework / Crocheting
Description: "Unexpected Afghans presents 29 innovative interpretations of a favorite at-home essential. From best-selling author Robyn Chachula comes an in-depth look into crocheting traditional afghans using contemporary techniques, colors and patterns.  Expert designers including Kristin Omdahl, Kathy Merrick, Kimberly McAlindin, and many more, provide an abundance of fresh patterns and projects that are perfect for new and advanced crocheters as they start out beginner-friendly and become more complex, allowing a crocheter to build skills and confidence. Designers at any level will enjoy:    A detailed technique's workshop in every chapter including cables, motifs, color, lace, and Tunisian crochet.  Helpful tips from designers for working through each afghan project.  Easy-to-follow charts and diagrams.  Along with tons of beautiful afghan projects for all skill levels, you'll find many of your favorite designer's biographies--giving you an exploration into their inspiration. "--

"Unexpected Afghans presents 29 innovative interpretations of a favorite at-home crochet essential, the afghan"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Machine generated contents note: Introduction; title: Expert Advice for Beginners; title: First Timers Do Tell; title: Cables; title: Tuxedo Pillow and Cable Tips; title: Eloise Baby Afghan By Marty Miller; title: Artesia Zig Zag Afghan By Drew Emborsky; title: Croises Cable Afghan By Annie Modesitt; title: Vika Afghan By Jill Wright; title: Veledilo Cable Afghan By Simona Merchant-Dest; title: Granny Motifs; title: Hatsukoi Pillow and Granny Motif Tips; title: Dots and Poppies Baby Blanket By Linda Permann; title: Peacock Afghan By Ellen Gormley; title: Mod Retro Afghan By Edie Eckman; title: Cabine de Dentelle Afghan By Annette Petavy; title: Kaleidoscope Afghan By Tammy Hildebrand; title: Color; title: Elan Waves Pillow and Color Tips; title: Peerie Baby Blanket By Kathryn Merrick; title: Behrens Color Block Afghan By Leigh Radford; title: Desert Sunrise Afghan By Carol Ventura; title: Moroccan Circles By Kimberly McAlindin; title: Bethlehem Star Afghan By Mary Beth Temple; title: Lace; title: Vigne Pillow and Lace Tips; title: Amada Baby Blanket By Tracie Barrett; title: Sunken Treasure Afghan By Kristin Omdahl; title: Damask Lace Afghan By Marlaina Bird; title: Exploded Pineapple Afghan By Doris Chan; title: Tunisian; title: Nauha Pillow and Tunisian Tips; title: Smocked Elegance Baby Afghan By Darla Fanton; title: Mission Cabled Afghan By Diane Halpern; title: Aryanah Sampler Afghan By Dora Ohrenstein; title: Van Gogh Waves Afghan By Kim Guzman; title: Starburst Entrelac Afghan By Megan Granholm; title: bios; title: glossary; title: resources; title: index.