- Description
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Unexpected Afghans presents 29 innovative interpretations of a favorite at-home crochet essential. From best-selling author Robyn Chachula comes an in-depth look into crocheting traditional afghans using contemporary techniques, colors, and patterns.
Expert designers, including Kristin Omdahl, Kathy Merrick, Kimberly McAlindin, and many more, contribute an abundance of fresh patterns and projects. Both new and advanced crocheters will enjoy:
- detailed technique workshop in every chapter, including cables, motifs, color, lace, and Tunisian crochet;
- helpful designer tips for working through each afghan project;
- easy-to-follow charts and diagrams.
Along with beautiful afghan projects for all skill levels, you’ll find many of your favorite designers’ biographies for an inside look into their inspirations.
- Table of Contents
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Introduction
Expert Advice for Beginners
First Timers, Do Tell
CABLES
Tuxedo Pillow + Cable Tips
Eloise Baby by Marty Miller
Artesia Zigzag by Drew Emborsky
Croises Cable by Annie Modesitt
Vika by Jill Wright
Veledilo Cable by Simona Merchant-Dest
GRANNY MOTIFS
Hatsukoi Pillow + Granny Motif Tips
Dots + Poppies Baby by Linda Permann
Peacock by Ellen Gormley
Mod Retro by Edie Eckman
Cabine de Dentelle by Annette Petavy
Kaleidoscope by Tammy Hildebrand
COLOR
Elan Waves Pillow + Color Tips
Peerie Baby
by Kathryn Merrick
Behrens Color Block
by Leigh Radford
Desert Sunrise
by Carol Ventura
Moroccan Circles
by Kimberly McAlindin
Bethlehem Star
by Mary Beth Temple
LACE
Vigne Pillow + Lace Tips
Amada Baby by Tracie Barrett
Sunken Treasure by Kristin Omdahl
Damask Lace by Marlaina Bird
Exploded Pineapple by Doris Chan
TUNISIAN
Nauha Pillow + Tunisian Tips
Smocked Elegance Baby by Darla Fanton
Mission Cabled by Diane Halpern
Aryanah Sampler by Dora Ohrenstein
Van Gogh Waves by Kim Guzman
Starburst Entrelac by Megan Granholm
Contributors
Glossary
Resources
Index
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- About the Author
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Robyn Chachula is the author of Blueprint Crochet (Interweave), Baby Blueprint Crochet (Interweave), and Mission Falls Goes Crochet. Her patterns have appeared in several books and magazines, including Interweave Presents Crochet Gifts, Sensual Crochet, Crochet Me, and Stitch & Bitch: Men, Interweave Crochet, and Crochet Today! Robyn has been a guest on Knit and Crochet Today and Knitting Daily TV. She lives in Pennsylvania.
