INSPIRING BOOKS

CROCHET WORKSHOP ERIKA KNIGHT

(£14.99, Quadrille Publishing) This is a great book for new and experienced crocheters alike. Erika takes you through 20 gorgeous projects, each one introducing a new stitch or technique that builds up your crochet skills. Stitches include double and trebles, lace and ripple shell stitch, and more. The projects are beautifully photographed and come with clear diagrams and illustrations.

CUDDLY ANIMALS TO CROCHET LUCIA FÖRTHMANN

(£12.99, Search Press) Amigurumi fans can get stuck into 28 cute animal creations in this fun book. Chapters focus on forest and farm animals, sea and pond creatures and animals from around the world. You’ll meet Emily the Sheep, Timmy the Tiger, Jimmy the Koala, Cyril the Sloth, Charlie the Sea Turtle, and many more!

CROCHETED HOODS AND COWLS TAMMY FLORES

(£17.88, Stackpole Books) This collection of hoods and cowls includes 20 elegant, textured designs for adults, but also features seven super-fun animal-themed hoods for the kids, including a giraffe and a bunny… an interesting mix. Of course, there’s nothing to stop you sizing up the bunny hood to hook one up for yourself!

CAT LADY EMBROIDERY APPLEMINTS

(£12.99, Creative Publishing International) Packed with over 300 embroidery patterns, whether you want to stitch a Persian, Maine Coon, fat, stripy, Cheshire or grumpy cat, you’ll find something in this cat lover’s bible. Each set of patterns offers a range of ideas in different styles, and from simple to more complex. It’s a great book for those new to embroidery… and feline fanatics!