Tunisian Crochet - The Japanese Way

Combine the best of knitting and crochet using Japan's visual notation style!Tunisian crochet is the knitwork style that combines the cast-on method of knitting with the hook method of crochet, resulting in fabrics that look woven as well as knitted. Tunisian Crochet--The Japanese Way gives knitting and crochet enthusiasts a chance to create beautiful patterns and textures using the clear chart-and-symbol method of visual notation pioneered in Japan and now popular worldwide. Step-by-step illustrations for 13 classic stitches are provided, along with the 20 stylish projects: Wave Stitch--Used to create an intricate multi-colored shrug Seed Stitch--Perfect fun bags of all sizes, from a fabulous drawstring bucket bag (with a scallop stitch) to a beautifully patterned pencil case Cube Stitch-- You'll enjoy using this to make a colorful vest and splashy tippet Domino Stitch--A versatile stitch that can be used to create an elegant beret And many more! Each project comes with complete instructions and schematics. A dedicated section at the end shows you in detail how to execute each stitch, providing visual references to help you perfect your skills. Perfect for "e;technique collectors"e; and needlecrafters looking for new angles and new challenges, Tunisian Crochet--The Japanese Way is a fantastic adventure that you'll enjoy for years to come.