Ripple Afghans and Crochet Diagrams for Beginners; Learn How to Read and Crochet Diagrams and Four Versions of the Ripple Afghan by Florence Schultz is a primer for anyone who wants to learn how to crochet and learn how to read and crochet from diagrams. In this informative book Florence guides you through the basic stitches and techniques you need to know to learn how to crochet. Each step is explained in easy to understand language and includes large clear images. You will learn how to crochet:
The chain stitchThe single crochet stitchThe double crochet stitchThe treble stitchThe slip stitchThe cluster stitchDecreasesIncreases
Not only does Florence teach you basic crochet stitches, but she also includes a complete tutorial beginner crochet techniques. She also includes a chapter on how to figure out the length of a foundation chain to begin a project.
Next Florence moves on to reading a crochet diagram. This is a skill every crochet artist should have since it opens up an entire world of new patterns for you to crochet. Once you know how to read and crochet from a diagram, you can crochet from diagrams from all over the world no matter what language the designer may speak. Florence includes a helpful table with common crochet symbols used by most designers, and she explains how a diagram is structured.
Once you have the basic stitches and techniques down, Florence then guides you through the basic ripple and chevron pattern. She provides a diagram and written instructions for you to crochet from so that you understand each thoroughly. You also learn variations on the ripple pattern.
Chevron PatternEyelet RippleRidge RippleGranny Ripple
Finally Florence provides tables for you to refer to and to use in your journey with crochet. These tables include crochet hook sizes, common US crochet abbreviations, US to UK crochet abbreviations, and afghan sizes.
Don't miss out on this valuable resource. You can learn to crochet, brush up on your skills, and learn to read diagrams with the lessons in this book. Ripple Afghans and Crochet Diagrams for Beginners is written for beginners, but more experienced crochet artists will be able to use it as a handy reference. Get your copy today!
