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Modern Japanese Crochet

Classic Stitches Made Easy
By Nihon Vogue
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Modern Japanese Crochet by Nihon Vogue offers 15 innovative stitches, 10 lessons, and 25 projects that transform classic crochet techniques. It reveals the unique Japanese style through clear instructions, charts, and schematics, guiding crafters to create textured, striking pieces such as elegant shawls, scarves with delicate frills, cheerful bags, and charming handwear. An introduction by Gayle Roehm unravels the mysteries of Japanese crochet diagrams, making this an essential guide for experienced needlework enthusiasts eager to explore new dimensions in crochet.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book is ideal for experienced crochet enthusiasts interested in expanding their skills with Japanese-style techniques and charts, and for those seeking fresh, creative crochet projects.

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Modern Japanese Crochet offers 15 amazing stitches, 10 simple lessons, and 25 glorious projects.

This book casts the classic stitches you think you know in a totally new light, showcasing them in ways that add striking textures and contrasts to handcrafted pieces. For the experienced needlework enthusiast, it is a revelationβ€”an ideal introduction to the unique Japanese style of crocheting and charted patterns.

Clear instructions, schematics, and charts guide you through exciting Japanese-style projects, including:

  • An elegant shawl or blanket adorned with flowers
  • A gorgeous scarf with a cascade of delicate, understated frills
  • A bag or pouch in a cheerful strawberry stitch
  • A brioche-stitched bowl that makes a wonderful home for your yarn
  • A star-stitched shoulder pouch or hat that charmingly plays with colours

Plus much moreβ€”charming bags, scarves, hats, and handwear encouraging you to explore more fabulous stitches!

The introduction by Gayle Roehm explains how Japanese crochet diagrams work, making it easy for you to stitch these fantastic patterns and projects. A section on stitch techniques walks you through the basics: adding and decreasing, binding, and finishing. The inspiring photos provide all the invitation you need to grab your hook and get started!

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Simply Crochet Magazine praises the book, highlighting its appeal for experienced stitchers looking for fresh approaches. Readers can learn new stitch patterns like almond, frill, and strawberry stitch, applying familiar techniques in novel ways.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780804854733

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 June 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Tuttle Publishing

Illustration: 15 stitches, 10 lessons and 25 projects; color photos and diagrams

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Gayle Roehm

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 680g

Pages: 112

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About the Author

Nihon Vogue is Japan's preeminent publisher of books on handicrafts, with hundreds of titles on knitting, sewing, quilting, embroidery, paper crafts, tole painting, and more. Many of their books have been translated into English and other languages, including works by Hitomi Shida, Keiko Okamoto, Reiko Washizawa, Shizuko Kuroha, Yoko Saito, and other internationally recognized needlecraft designers. Gayle Roehm has knit from Japanese patterns for most of her knitting career, as a result of living in Japan and studying the language for many years. Gayle now teaches at knitting gatherings around the U.S. and occasionally publishes her own designs. In addition to other knitting guides and dictionaries, she has translated and augmented such iconic titles as the Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible and 1000 Japanese Knitting & Crochet Stitches.

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