INSPIRING BOOKS

HOW TO CROCHET KRISTI SIMPSON

(£15.95, Search Press)

Babies are adorable, and their crocheted swag should be, too! Blankets, sweaters, booties, hats, toys, and so much more make this book of 40 easy and oh-so- cute baby essentials the only one you’ll need for crocheting for the babies in your life. Sizes from newborn to 12 months will keep baby in style for their first year, and toys and blankets will continue to bring joy for years to come!

CROCHET BLANKETS TO SNUGGLE UNDER

ANA MORAIS SOARES

(£14.99, Tuva)

Designer Ana Morais Soares has a great passion for colour and blankets. In this book she presents 15 colourful projects, using different crochet techniques and styles, from simple blankets to more elaborate designs. The blankets are crocheted using gorgeous yarns – linen, wool, cotton, acrylic and a mix of these too – in beautiful bright or soft colours. You can never have enough blankets, right?

CROCHET KNOW HOW

(£9.99, CICO Books)

There will always be times in crochet when you need instruction or a reminder, so here is a complete guide to the stitches, techniques and finishing touches you need to know, for all levels of skill from beginner to advanced. For more experienced makers, useful tips on making raised stitches, creating bobbles and clusters, and creating ribbing in crochet will all help you achieve a perfect finish to your makes.

PORTUGUESE KNITTING ROSA POMAR

(£14.99, Search Press)

More than just a history book or a handicraft manual, Portuguese Knitting is a journey into Portugal’s knitting heritage. Portuguese knitting differs from regular knitting in the way the wool is held. Traditional patterns and techniques are brought up to date in the form of beautiful modern pieces such as socks, hats, cowls, pot holders and leggings.