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Do you love the look of knit cables and cable leaves? Learn Embossed Crochet includes straightforward instructions to teach you how to mimic the look of knit cables using front and back post stitches.
Designer Lianka Azulay provides written patterns for 10 beautiful projects using embossed crochet. Patterns are included for blankets, hats, vests, scarves and cowls.
The projects included are:
Leaves Hat. Skill: Intermediate. Size: Adult woman. Medium Weight [4] and 5 mm (H) Crochet Hook
Leaves Purse. Skill: Intermediate. Size: 16 inches by 16 inches (excluding handles). Medium Weight [4] and 5 mm (H) Crochet Hook
Leaves Scarf. Skill: Intermediate. Size: 5.5 inches by 45 inches. Medium Weight [4] and 5.5 mm (I) Crochet Hook
Leaves Blanket Skill: Intermediate. Size: 42 inches by 56 inches. Medium Weight [4] and 6 mm (J) Crochet Hook
Branches Cowl. Skill: Intermediate. Size: 11 inches by 48 inches. Medium Weight [4] and 5 mm (H) Crochet Hook
Leaves Baby Blanket Skill: Intermediate. Size: 30.5 inches by 37 inches. DK (Light Worsted) Weight [3] and 5 mm (H) Crochet Hook
Daisy Vest. Skill: Intermediate. Size: S/M, L/XL, 2x/3x Medium Weight [4] and 5 mm (H) Crochet Hook
Flower Handbag. Skill: Intermediate. Size: 18 inches by 13 inches. Size 3 Crochet Cotton and 3.25 mm (D) Crochet Hook
Daisy Blanket. Skill: Intermediate. Size: 40 inches by 48 inches. Medium Weight [4] and 5.5 mm (I) Crochet Hook
Garden Handbag. Skill: Intermediate. Size: 16 inches by 16 inches. Medium Weight [4] and 5 mm (H) and 5.5 mm (I) Crochet Hook
Yarn Used
Each project has been crocheted using either medium weight [4] yarn, light weight [3] yarn or size 3 crochet thread. Placement diagrams have been included to help you assemble the finished squares and hexagons.
The handles for the purses are beautiful and additional photos have been provided to assist you with making them.
Any special stitches used have been listed with written instructions at the beginning of the pattern. Some special stitches include v-stitch, front post double crochet decrease and back post double crochet decrease.
The basic stitch guide is provided on on page 47 and you are also given the link to the online stitch guide for additional stitch help.
Of the 10 pretty projects, my favorites (of course!) are the
Garden Handbag
Flower Handbag
For anyone who doesn’t know, I have a thing for bags!
The projects you can make with Learn Embossed Crochet are eye-catching. It is difficult to believe the embossed leaves and flowers were created primarily by using front and back post stitches. The finished projects are stunning and they are sure to make beautiful gifts for your friends and loved ones! Or even, as an extra special gift for yourself.
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Rhondda Mol is the crochet designer and blogger behind Oombawka Design Crochet. Since 2012, she has been sharing free crochet patterns, tutorials, and expert tips to help crocheters of all levels succeed. With more than 600 published patterns, Rhondda focuses on creating clear instructions and resources to inspire creativity and confidence in the crochet community.
WOW, beautiful items. Looks pretty challenging but the results appear to be totally worth it. Thank you for your review.
I really want to learn embossed crochet – I need this book – beautiful stitch
I bought this book and can’t wait until I can sit and enjoy doing some of the designs.
I love this 3D look! The cover blanket is beautiful!