{"title":"Books","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"granny-square-chic","title":"Granny Square Chic","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex justify-between items-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"disclosure__title h5 mb-0\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"disclosure__toggle\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"icon\" role=\"presentation\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\"\u003e\u003cpath fill=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M20 8.5 12.5 16 5 8.5\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"disclosure__panel has-motion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"disclosure__content rte product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eCrochet fashionable garments everyone will want to wear, with granny squares!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e15 beginner to intermediate projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for crocheted fashion, including sweaters, cardigans, tank tops, vests, bags, t-shirts, dresses, and shawls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eTips and techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e including how to join squares in different ways, select colors, and create fabulous combinations for your projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eFashion-led garments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you'll want to make and wear, from a '60s-style mini dress to a stylish bucket hat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eStep-by-step instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for making the basic granny square, half-granny, and diagonal half, and how to change colors while crocheting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrochet fashion is everywhere! From social media to the catwalk, granny squares have even been featured in collections by Dolce \u0026amp; Gabbana!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eGranny Square Chic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, you'll learn the essential techniques and basic patterns for making a granny square that can be repeated and fashioned into 15 fabulous garments and accessories! The featured projects are fashion-forward garments that you'll want to make and wear, including sweaters and cardigans, a tank top, vests, bags, t-shirts, dresses, and shawls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guide is perfect for beginners, with its step-by-step instructions to making the basic granny square, half-granny square, and diagonal half, as well as how to change colors while crocheting. Learn how to join squares in different ways, select colors, create fabulous combinations, and more! The patterns begin with simple designs, progressing on to slightly more advanced techniques, so you can build your skills as you crochet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor Cassie Ward is the founder of The Missing Yarn, an online crochet garment retailer. Her designs have appeared in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eInside Crochet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eCrochet Now\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eSimply Crochet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eMollie Makes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate fashionable crocheted clothing while you build your crocheting skills, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eGranny Square Chic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"disclosure__title h5 mb-0\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__tags\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand: \u003c\/b\u003eFox Chapel Publishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Stitches of Erie ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45023397085366,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/4761\/2598\/files\/shopping.jpg?v=1775312556"},{"product_id":"simple-starter-crochet-projects","title":"Simple Starter Crochet Projects","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex justify-between items-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eGet started in crochet the easy way!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eFor the absolute beginner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e trying crochet for the first time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eEasy-to-follow directions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with information on basics and materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eStep-by-step stitch guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and helpful information on how to read abbreviated crochet instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e3 practice projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a cushion, scarf, and hat, each perfect for first-time crocheters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you want to learn how to crochet? 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This starter's guide clearly explains everything you need to know to get started in crochet, with information on basic crochet tools, yarns, proper hand positioning, an easy-to-follow stitch guide, step-by-step instructions with clear photographs, and insight on abbreviated crochet instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing just these techniques and stitches, you'll be able to create three simple yet beautiful beginner projects: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNarrow Stripe Beret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChunky Chevron Hooded Scarf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoor Cushion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach project includes easy-to-follow instructions and can be completed in a weekend. Along the way, you'll find practical tips and tricks every crocheter should know, plus a handy crochet hook conversion chart and abbreviation index.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn the basics of crochet while you make fast, easy, and fun projects, with the absolute beginner's guide to the fundamentals of crochet, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eSimple Starter Crochet Projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Stitches of Erie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45023397118134,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/4761\/2598\/files\/81WWDkfvTuL._SY522.jpg?v=1775312822"},{"product_id":"simple-designs-for-meditative-knitting","title":"Simple Designs for Meditative Knitting","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-product-gallery woocommerce-product-gallery--with-images woocommerce-product-gallery--columns-4 images\" data-columns=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-viewport\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-product-gallery__wrapper\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"summary entry-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-product-details__short-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlow down, breathe, and let your stitches flow. 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Fix every knitting mistake with skill and confidence with this expert guide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date: October 20, 2026 | Pre-order available now!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatty Lyons' Knitting ER is a one-of-a-kind reference packed with step-by-step repair tutorials, clever solutions, and insider tips for rescuing knits at any stage — from dropped stitches to post-bind-off regrets. With a playful medical theme and clear illustrations throughout, this book is your emergency room for all yarn-related accidents.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the simplest snags to complex structural errors, expert knitting teacher and bestselling author Patty Lyons leads you through a wide range of techniques. You'll find essential fixes for every stitch type — including hard-to-source repairs for brioche and half fisherman's rib — alongside innovative methods for updating finished garments, such as adding a missing cable or adjusting sleeve lengths. 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Featuring dozens of brand new how-tos and the most popular tricks from author Patty Lyons’ beloved advice columns, this handy guide goes far beyond your typical knitting tips. Knitters of all levels will discover both why and how various techniques work, and improve both the look of their knitting and their command of stitches. It’s sure to take any knitter’s skills up to the next level. With more than 30K followers on social media and name-checks by everyone from the Wall Street Journal to popular television show, Late Night with Seth Meyers, Patty is a well-known name in the knitting community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t like other ‘how to knit’ books with basic information about casting on and how to form stitches (although there is a handy how-to reference section at the back for when you need a refresher), this is a book about the ‘why’ of knitting. Not about ‘why we knit’ but about ‘why we knit the way we do’. 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