Crochet Chic : Haute Crochet Scarves, Hats and Bags

Crocheting accessories can be a quick, simple and rewarding way to enhance a wordrobe - and build needleworking skills.

Thanks to Francine Toukou, these sophisticated patterns have a distinctively urban edge, sassy design aesthetic and imaginative use of colour.

Stitchers of every level will want to grab their hooks and dive into such fashionable projects as a lovely pink mohair neck wrap with frilly, feminine edges; a snuggly brown scarf, worked in chunky wool and featuring flower attachments along its length; and a fabulous elongated clutch with a snap closure and decorative medallion.

In addition to the basic stitches, Toukou offers invaluable advice on working with budget yarns and mastering special skills, including tassel-making, felting and applique.