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The New Crochet Stitch Dictionary: 440 Patterns for Textures, Shells, Bobbles, Lace, Cables, Chevrons, Edgings, Granny Squares, and More Paperback – May 1, 2021

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This is the ultimate collection of crochet stitch inspiration! 440 stitches are presented in color, each with a sample swatch of the fabric and charted instructions with notes and detailed chart keys. Divided into ten chapters by the type of stitches, such as shells, waves and chevrons, openwork, cables and textures, and even borders and granny squares, this collection boasts a vast variety of stitches, well organized and presented in an easy-to-use fashion. You'll reference this indispensable resource again and again!

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The Best New Reference Guide for Crocheting at Any Level

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Perfect Patterns for Every Project

If you have been drawn in by the allure of crocheting, you’ve found just the right book! In The New Crochet Stitch Dictionary, well-known classics and traditional stitches are supplemented by many newly created patterns. Split into ten chapters of stitch patterns and one reference chapter for crochet basics, this comprehensive guide will elevate your next project, big or small. Learn basic to highly advanced patterns and build on them with this must-have addition to your crochet library!

Example Pattern #23 – Herringbone Pattern

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From Basic Stitch Patterns – Variations with Basic Stitches

Instructions are clearly laid out with visual guides, as well as finished examples.

Example Pattern #101 – Rounds Arcs with Mullion and Transom

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From Shell and Fan Patterns

More complex patterns build on simpler ones, with easy-to-read chart guides.

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Designers Braas and Hetty-Burkart (35+ Potholders to Crochet) cover classic stitches and newly-created patterns in this encyclopedic guide. The authors organize the work into 11 sections based on stitch-type, and their step-by-step instructions cover basic stitches, shells and fans, spike stitches, and mesh patterns, among others. Standout designs include “Staggered Paws,” a botanical-looking stitch; “Spike Stitch Double Crochet Vs,” with pretty swirls and pointy barbs; and “Two-Color Teardrops,” an open design perfect for a throw or blanket. There are edgings galore to choose from, and the Granny Square section is a boon to anyone who loves experimenting with different versions of this crochet staple. A helpful glossary divides patterns by type and level of difficulty, and patterns are both written out and charted, making it easy for readers to choose which way they prefer to conquer each project. Crocheters new and experienced alike would do well to have this on the shelf.

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About the Author

Nele Braas studied graphic design and photography in college. After completing her studies she did editorial work in various photo editorial departments. Then, she worked as a freelance photographer in the field of architecture, interior, garden, and people for various lifestyle magazines. She learned to crochet and knit as a child and then stopped, before beginning again later in life. She finds the most fun in creating her own designs and making usable pieces.

Eveline Hetty-Burkart works as a freelance editor and author for magazine and book publishers. Her field of work encompasses a wide variety of handicraft techniques from the design through the creative implementation to the manual. Crochet is her favorite. She lives with her husband and son near Hamburg.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Stackpole Books
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 1, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0811738698
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0811738699
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.98 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.54 x 0.6 x 11.11 inches
  • Best Sellers Rank: #25,516 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 1,097 ratings

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Customers appreciate the book's beautiful pictures and amazing assortment of stitches, with one review noting it includes color pictures of each stitch. The written instructions receive mixed feedback - while some find them easier to follow than other books, others say they don't always make sense. The pattern variety also gets mixed reactions, with some loving the choices while others note the lack of written patterns.

25 customers mention "Pictures"25 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pictures in the book, which feature beautiful edges and clear charts for each stitch pattern.

"...Clearly explained, beautiful stitch patterns, and full color pictures fill each page...." Read more

"...for granny squares and borders as well as basic stitches and open work designs...." Read more

"So many beautiful patterns -- they made me fall in love wirh crocheting all over again...." Read more

"Nice pictures. Many patterns. This book is not for a beginner...." Read more

25 customers mention "Stitch patterns"25 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the stitch patterns in this dictionary, which includes groups of patterns and charts for each stitch, with one customer noting the colored photos of each stitch.

"...includes instructions for granny squares and borders as well as basic stitches and open work designs...." Read more

"Amazing assortment of stitches. True it does give instructions via charts but charts are easy to learn if you go to Utube" Read more

"If you are a crocheter you need this. This comes with all the basic stitches and is a crochet stitch dictionary for patterns...." Read more

"The only stitch dictionary book you will ever need! I ran out of Post-it flags when I was marking all the stitches I wanted to try lol" Read more

4 customers mention "Book enjoyment"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the book fun and interesting, with one mentioning that their daughter-in-law loved it.

"...It's still nice, and interesting, to have all the other stitches too...." Read more

"Daughter in law loved it." Read more

"So fun!..." Read more

"interesting stitches, but..." Read more

58 customers mention "Written instructions"38 positive20 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the written instructions in the book, with some finding them clearly explained and easier to follow than other books, while others report that they don't always make sense and are hard to understand.

"...beautifully done with large, colorful pictures of patterns and detailed instructions...." Read more

"...There are really no written instructions. So you need to be good at following the graphs" Read more

"...Each pattern has a picture, written directions (standard US crochet terms), and a stitch chart...." Read more

"Contains great stitches, very easy to follow. They are graphs only but there is a description of each symbol with each pattern...." Read more

19 customers mention "Pattern variety"11 positive8 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pattern variety in the book, with some loving the choices while others point out the lack of written patterns.

"Nice pictures. Many patterns. This book is not for a beginner...." Read more

"...It's hard for me to read charts. There were no written patterns, only charts. I'm sure for someone who can read charts, this would be a useful book...." Read more

"This is a huge collection of stitch patterns. They’re organized well by stitch type like basic, shell, cluster types and so on...." Read more

"...There are 440 patterns." Read more

Crocheting for 13 years
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Crocheting for 13 years
I just receieved and thumbed through this book and wow. Im going to stay up way too damn late making so many things. Ive had minimal experience in ready stitch diagrams but its easy to learn! This is now a stitching Holy book. Hehe holy hooking book. Amazing job to the authors my dudes
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2025
    Wonderful book, well written and in great condition. Thank you very much.
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2025
    This is my favorite crochet stitch book. It took me a bit to learn how to read the stitch chart but once I understood how to read the charts, I found them easier to follow than other books that show photos of hooks and yarn. It includes stitches for a variety of projects from ripple blankets to clothing and accessories. I appreciate that it includes instructions for granny squares and borders as well as basic stitches and open work designs. A must have for those who like to design their own blankets, sweaters and accessories.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2025
    Amazing assortment of stitches. True it does give instructions via charts but charts are easy to learn if you go to Utube
  • Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2025
    If you are a crocheter you need this. This comes with all the basic stitches and is a crochet stitch dictionary for patterns. Great gift from my husband.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2025
    I want to give this 5 stars but I can’t. The instructions are in diagrams only and not always clear. The pictures are labeled as rows 1, 2, etc. but they’re not clear on which side it should be going. While I appreciate the chart key to remind you of what each stitch is and how to do it, the instructions on the individual stitches reminds me of someone who has never taught crochet before. There is also a weird section in the “edging and border” section. There are some very pretty edges shown but there’s nothing to say how to turn corners. If it doesn’t have a corner, what is the purpose? I highly recommend practicing the stitches.

    I’m an intermediate crocheter, I don’t recommend this book for beginners.

    There are 440 patterns.
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    Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2025
    I want to give this 5 stars but I can’t. The instructions are in diagrams only and not always clear. The pictures are labeled as rows 1, 2, etc. but they’re not clear on which side it should be going. While I appreciate the chart key to remind you of what each stitch is and how to do it, the instructions on the individual stitches reminds me of someone who has never taught crochet before. There is also a weird section in the “edging and border” section. There are some very pretty edges shown but there’s nothing to say how to turn corners. If it doesn’t have a corner, what is the purpose? I highly recommend practicing the stitches.

    I’m an intermediate crocheter, I don’t recommend this book for beginners.

    There are 440 patterns.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2025
    So many beautiful patterns -- they made me fall in love wirh crocheting all over again. The designs are charted, but there are written directions for special stitches in the patterns. The designs range from easier to complex, some are multicolored, and all are accompanied by lovely clear photos. Definitely a book worth adding to a crafter's library.
    4 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2025
    The only stitch dictionary book you will ever need! I ran out of Post-it flags when I was marking all the stitches I wanted to try lol
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2025
    I’m learning how to crochet and this book is beautifully done with large, colorful pictures of patterns and detailed instructions. I had borrowed it from the library and immediately knew I wanted to own it.
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Eleonore
    5.0 out of 5 stars Je recommande!
    Reviewed in France on July 12, 2025
    Superbe livre, avec de belles photos couleurs et de bonnes explications
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  • Sally Coussis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 1, 2021
    Nice because a lot of modern stitches !
  • Heather
    5.0 out of 5 stars Both normal and mosaic patterns
    Reviewed in Sweden on April 5, 2025
    Clear instructions with both useful patterns and mosaic ones towards end. Good starter book
  • Linda M.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible Book - A Must Have
    Reviewed in Canada on June 22, 2025
    I love the variety of stitches offered in this book and is a happy addition to my crochet collection.
  • Milena
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bom!
    Reviewed in Brazil on May 20, 2025
    Livro lindo! As imagens tem boa qualidade, os gráficos estão explicados. Chegou rápido, mesmo sendo uma importação e veio sem nenhum amassado nos cantos.