$14.95
“Full of interesting and
airy design ideas that seemingly turn wire into lace… this book will
have you crocheting everything.”
—Bead & Button, August 2005
“Nancie takes the craft to a
new dimension with wire, beads, and cool design for jewelry, baskets, and
more.”—Better
Homes & Gardens Simply Creative Crochet
"Her designs have a certain appealing
chunky sculptural flair… elegant, whimsical, and attractive."—Bangor
Daily News
"This tiny book opens up a world
of possibility for crocheters eager to experiment . . .That's the great thing
about this book: there's something for everyone."—CrochetMe.com
"A good choice for public libraries."—Library
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Crocheters, knitters, beaders,
and wireworkers alike will relish this innovative approach to creating necklaces,
earrings, and bracelets (some in sets), quirky boxes, and delicate but functional
baskets. Those new to crochet receive a chapter on basic crochet techniques including
how to get started, finishing off, tube crocheting, adding new wire, and planning
projects—all presented with plenty of illustrations. Nancie M. Wiseman, author
of Knitting with Wire, also discusses which
crochet hooks to use, the tools required, and how to choose the wire gauge to
suit the project. A creative collection of 30 projects, presented with clear instructions
and beautiful photographs, includes jewelry sets such as a bead encrusted necklace
and bracelet; silver and crystals necklace, bracelet, and earrings; as well as
several charming box and basket projects. Also included are beading charts and
a resource guide. Crocheting with wire instead of yarn adds a fun and exciting
dimension to this time-honored craft.
Nancie Wiseman teaches, designs, and writes about knitting
and crochet. She has designed and written patterns for several major yarn manufactures
and magazines such as Interweave
Knits, PieceWork,
and Knitters. Nancie is now the design editor for Cast On magazine.
She has authored six books including Knitting with Wire
(Interweave Press, 2003), and The Knitter's Book of Finishing Techniques
(Martingale & Company, 2002), and her production company, Wisewater Productions,
has produced seven best-selling videos on knitting. She lives in on Whidbey Island
in Coupeville, Washington.
Paperbound, 6 x 7 1/2, 88 pages, 35 color photographs, 45
color illustrations, ISBN 1-931499-77-2
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