<DIV><DIV><DIV><DIV><P>The definitive classic on crocheting for years, the first edition of <I>Crocheting in Plain English</I> equipped readers with easy-to-follow, friendly advice on creating their dream crochets. A lifelong crocheting teacher and designer, Maggie Righetti offered both basic principles and step-by-step instructions to get crocheters started and to perfect their techniques.<BR><BR>In this latest edition, completely updated and revised for today's crocheter, Righetti dispenses more of her invaluable wisdom, covering virtually everything you need to know about crochet, including:<BR><BR>* Selecting threads and yarns<BR>* Determining gauge<BR>* Working with the right tools<BR>* How to interpret patterns and instructions<BR>* Increasing and decreasing stitches<BR>* How to fix mistakes<BR>* Basic stitches (chain, double, treble, slip)<BR>* Sixteen different fabric pattern stitches<BR>* Assembling the finished product<BR>* How to block, clean, and care for crocheted articles<BR>* And much, much more!<BR><BR>Each technique is illustrated with clear drawings, charts, or photos. Complete with a new introduction and a detailed glossary of crochet terms, <I>Crocheting in Plain English</I> is one sourcebook no crocheter should do without.</P></DIV></DIV></DIV></DIV>