Crochet May 2009 Defining Crochet
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CONTENTS
In Every
Issue
Editor’s Choice – Fantasy In Color Jacket – Heads will
turn when you wear this stunning prizewinning jacket highlighted with gorgeous
free-form accents. Self-patterning sock yarn makes it light and cool for
spring.
Quick-Stitch Sensations – Meditation Mask – This creative
mask is the perfect solution when you want to relax, put on your earphones and
block out the world.
Easy As 1-2-3 – Flower Pocket Handkerchiefs – The pretty
flowers that adorn these beautiful handkerchiefs are actually pockets which are
perfect for tucking in a small gift for someone special.
Caring & Sharing – Kitty Rescue Rug & Ball –
Although this cozy rug is specially designed to meet the needs of a charity
that lovingly fosters motherless kittens, it’s ideal for your own favorite
kitty or small dog as well.
One Skein Wonders – Sand Castles Doily – Lacy picots and
old-fashioned bullion stitches give this exquisite doily an air of old-world charm.
It will make an elegant statement whenever you display it.
Slip Into
Style – For day or night, you’ll look spectacular in our colorful array of
spring and summer fashions, including cool breezy tops, a darling shrug, a classic
suit and our cover prizewinning jacket.
Well-Suited Woman
Day-To-Evening
Spring Green Sweater
Simply Delightful Top
Tangerine Lace
Dress It Up –
Wrap yourself in luxury with a light, deliciously soft shawl made in a striking
pattern of triangle motifs, and get tons of compliments with our fabulous
selection of summer-perfect bags.
Piccadilly Wrap
Marvelous Motifs Purse
Bandanna Bag
Floral Trim Belt & Clutch
In Stitches –
Add a touch of romance to your crochet work with a pretty design of hearts and
diamonds, and put some “pop” in your patterns with the rich texture of plush
popcorns.
Small
Wonders – You’ll love stitching our sweet and colorful ripple shells baby
blanket, and you won’t be able to resist making our darling crochet-top
sundresses for that special little girl in your life.
Ripple Shells Blanket
Crochet-Top Sundresses
At Home –
Don’t keep your pretty brooches and earrings hidden in your dresser drawer!
Display your beautiful baubles and keep them within easy reach on our pretty and
practical jewelry Pillow.
Jewelry Pillow
Horizon Throw
Special
Features
Kathleen Holmes: Artists Are People, Too – Meet a crochet
artisan whose joyful memories of grand collaborations with her photographer father
helped give color and character to her creative designs. Now her father’s
caregiver, she still finds passion and inspiration for her beloved art.
Making Sense Of Multiples – If you find it frustrating trying
to figure out how to calculate crochet pattern multiples, we have some answers that
will help you understand and make sense of it all. We include two lovely pillow
patterns to illustrate.
Departments
Editor’s Note
Letters From Our Readers
Crochet In The News
Buyer’s Guide
Standards & Symbols
Stitch Guide
Crochet! At A Glance
Hooks & Humor
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