INSPIRING BOOKS

COLOURFUL CROCHET

EMMA LEITH

(£12.99, CICO Books) Bring more colour into your crochet with these bright and beautiful patterns. Emma Leith, a regular Simply Crochet designer, is known for her colourful crochet, and has designed 35 projects that will bring you the psychological benefits of working with different shades, along with the enjoyment of creating beautiful items for the home and to wear.

HELLO HEXIE!

SARAH SHRIMPTON

(£14.99, David and Charles) It’s time to see granny hexagons in a whole new light with this inspired collection of modern crochet patterns for clothes, accessories and homewares. In this unique collection, popular crochet designer and author Sarah Shrimpton reveals a refreshing twist on the classic granny square with 10 hexagon patterns and 20 step-by-step projects that you will be itching to stitch, thanks to their simplicity and creativity.

CROCHET TOPS

SALENA BACA

(£18.95, Stackpole Books) Whether you are a beginner or experienced, you can crochet tops and sweaters. Divided into sections based on ease of construction, this book lets you start where you are comfortable. With the addition of some easy-to-learn stitch patterns, you can take those simple shapes to the next level. With new skills explained and illustrated, you can start with any pattern you feel ready for. Get set to fill your wardrobe with some fave new pieces!

HALF YARD SUMMER COLLECTION

DEBBIE SHORE

(£14.99, Search Press)

A collection of Half Yard sewing projects for summer style, designed by the award-winning and best-selling author Debbie Shore, now in one book. Discover 40 stylish summer designs specially chosen by Debbie, including 5 new projects for you to sink your needles into.