Full-figured women who love to crochet will rejoice in this fun, fresh, and pretty new book. Instead of making adjustments to "average" sized patterns, this exciting guide celebrates larger women with 25 original crochet patterns designed specifically in plus sizes.

"20 crocheted garments and accessories for plus-size women. Easy to use with lay-flat wire-o binding, stitch detail photos, project specs at a glance. Includes crochet basics section with step-by-step photos"--Provided by publisher.

Beginner- and intermediate-level stitchers will enjoy creating any of the five beautiful crochet fashions for full-figured women in this pattern collection. Light, worsted-weight yarns and special attention to finishing details help add to the flattering fits of the sweaters, all of which can be adjusted to fit sizes 1XL through 6XL. Crafters will learn how to sew separate knit pieces together, construct garments by stitching from the bottom-up and top-down, and create button holes. Patterns include a v-neck pullover, shell jacket and shirt, a three-quarter sleeve jacket, and a tee.

Design + knit sweaters that fit + flatter! Knitting Plus is the must-have manual for plus-sized sweater construction and knitwear design. With this helpful guide, you'll learn how to design wearable, tailor-made sweaters. With Knitting Plus, you'll explore basic pullover and cardigan sweater construction styles from raglans and set-in sleeves to drop shoulders, seamless yokes, and dolmans. Knitting Plus explains each specific sweater element and then offers key tips for plus-sized knitting. Included throughout are simple versions of each construction type as easy-to-reference templates so you can quickly adapt and alter each sweater for a custom fit. An invaluable reference about fit and shape, Knitting Plus includes 18 irresistible designs by a variety of designers including Mandy Moore, Lisa R. Myers, Lou Schiela, Katya Wilsher, and Kathy Zimmerman, as well as Lisa's designs. Each pattern offers a broad range of sizes and instructions for bust sizes from about 44 to 56 inches. Packed with design information and ready-to-knit patterns, Knitting Plus is your go-to technique and design reference for customizing patterns to fit all sizes.

Say "goodbye" to crochet's stiff, boxy, hippie-child reputation and "hello" to Crochet that Fits—garments that fit your shape accessories that fit your style, and looks that fit right in with today's fashion trends! This book teaches an innovative, easy way to crochet fashions that are soft, shaped and drape able—from a little black dress that fits like a glove and a lacy baby-doll top, to cute and cozy slippers, ruffled shrugs and hobo bags. By using Mary Jane Hall's Graduated Stitch Method, along with the correct size hook and yarn, anyone can make flattering, form-fitted items! Different stitch heights do all the shaping for you, without the hassle and confusion of figuring out increases and decreases. With this method you are essentially building garments with squares and rectangles, but the finished product doesn't look at all boxy. 33 step-by-step projects feature a wide variety of patterns for adults and children An illustrated stitch guide get even beginners started quickly Detailed instructions make it easy to adjust the patterns to suit your shape (or others') because one side doesn't fit all! Easy enough for a beginner and stylish enough for the more experienced crocheter, these are projects you'll enjoy making and feel good wearing. With fits like this, you'll never think about crochet in the same way again!

Grab a crochet hook and head out to the lanai because it's time to stitch up your favorite sassy senior ladies! This officially licensed kit includes all the materials and instructions needed to make your own adorable Sophia doll complete with her signature purse, plus patterns to create Rose, Blanche, and Dorothy as well as fun accessories and props from the classic show that continues to have a cult following. Follow the book's step-by-step instructions and how-to photos to crochet 10 projects: all four Golden Girls plus their iconic couch, Fernando Rose's teddy bear, two versions of cheesecake, a functional coin purse styled after Sophia's classic wicker purse, and a palm leaf brooch.