Donna Kooler's encyclopedia of crochet (Updated and rev. [ed.])

This 240-page book is the complete, authoritative guide to the history, techniques and patterns of crochet - and now it's been updated to reflect what's popular in crochet today.

The skill-building projects have been refreshed with up-to-the-minute patterns.

Materials and basic techniques are clearly illustrated.

Twenty-nine unique projects are stunningly photographed, with thorough written instructions.

The pattern gallery explains how to read patterns and features 164 charts for traditional, as well as brand new crochet patterns.