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Stitch Your Way To Carefree Style!
From the beach to the city streets, a chic, laid-back look is always on trend. And Modern Bohemian Crochet is the perfect foundation for getting that effortless look.
In this fashion-forward collection, designer Beth Nielsen presents original garments and accessories that are classically inspired without being too retro. Show off a fresh take on hairpin lace with the Geneva Cardigan. Stay cool with the linen Kinzie Tee, featuring an airy back-keyhole detail. Throw on the Eastlake Sweater for a stylish extra layer on a crisp autumn day. With a wide variety of crochet techniquesincluding some that look just like knittingand projects suitable for advanced beginner stitchers and beyond, you're sure to find something hip to stitch for your free-spirited side.

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Beth Nielsen Contents Introduction When I first taught myself to crochet I - photo 1

Beth Nielsen Contents Introduction When I first taught myself to crochet I - photo 2

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Contents Introduction When I first taught myself to crochet I learned how to - photo 3

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Introduction

When I first taught myself to crochet, I learned how to make a chain. For some reason that was as far as the days lesson took me, but I was hooked. I made chain after chain after chain until I thought, surely there must be more than this! Once I finally had a small collection of basic skills, I couldnt get enough of the craft. Through the years I learned to knit, which I also love, but theres something about crochet that just keeps drawing me back. I cant keep my hands off a hook for very long without starting to feel the itch. If youre an obsessive crafter like I am, you know exactly what I mean.

As I pursued my love for fashion through college and beyond, I was still drawn to crochet, though as my skills and interest grew I couldnt always find the patterns I was looking for. I wanted modern patterns for the next generation of crafters. Not vintage or retro or throwback, but fresh. New. Innovative.

After I graduated from design school, having been chosen Outstanding Designer in my class, I turned my attention completely to crochet. I was on a mission to create the kind of patterns I was always searching for, and the result is the book youre holding in your hands. I am so honored and thrilled to bring you this collection of patterns that I hope capture a sense of youthfulness, vitality, and exquisite craftsmanship.

If youre a seasoned crocheter, I hope this book brings you a fresh idea or shows you a technique youve never tried. If youre a newbie practicing your chains, I hope these projects keep hooking you in for more!

As you work through these patterns, I want you to keep a few things in mind that I hope will be helpful.

DO WHAT WORKS FOR YOU

Im over six feet (1.8 m) tall, which makes me a rather unusual size. Every garment pattern Ive ever made Ive had to adjust and tweak to work for me, and I encourage you to think through what you need and do the same. Its easy to follow a patterns every instruction, but its so much more rewarding to complete a garment thats absolutely custom-made for you. So if you need to add (or subtract!) some rows, or change a color, go for it! Make it your own.

DONT BE AFRAIDTRUST YOURSELF

I want to challenge you to take up a project that seems hard or make an alteration to an existing pattern. The majority of crocheters Ive met are absolutely capable of improvising and dont know they are. You can do it! Dont be afraid to make mistakes and dont be afraid to rip out a few rows. Also, if somethings not working or doesnt seem right, do what makes sense to you. Dont take my word for ittrust your instincts.

TAKE A STEP BACK

On more than one occasion while making this book, I put my head down to crank some crochet out, and when I stepped back to look at what Id worked, it was completely wrong. I worked several inches of one project before realizing I was increasing somewhere and then found I had picked up the wrong hook! Keep your eyes open and your mind engaged and youll save some time and heartache. Step back and look at what youre doing and make sure youre on the right track.

BLOCK IT

I cant stress enough the importance of blocking! I sent a couple projects to a magazine a few years ago without blocking them first, and the next time I saw them (in print!), they were wildly different. Thats because when the magazine staff steamed the garments before shooting them, the fibers relaxed and the fabric grew inches. They were way too big and very droopy. Its important to block even your gauge swatches so you know what will happen to the crocheted fabric when its wet. Blocking gives your projects a professional-looking finish, no matter whether you steam them or completely soak them. Its always worth the time!

Enough talk. Lets get started. I hope you love these patterns!

-Beth

CHAPTER ONE
Bloom

When warm breezes blow, soft neutrals set the background for a riot of springtime color. It's time for brightening florals, lighter layers, and silkier yarns with a bit of sheen. These patterns are full of fresh stitches, new techniques, and great style.

Flora Belt Meet your new favorite statement piece Worked in Tunisian knit - photo 4

Flora Belt

Meet your new favorite statement piece. Worked in Tunisian knit stitch, it showcases graphic colorwork. At first glance it almost looks like animal print, but when you look more closely, it becomes an intriguing braided pattern. It might appear to be a knit project, but in Tunisian crochet, it has much more structure and strength. It's shown in three colors here, but it can be made in two colors for simplicity.

FINISHED SIZE About 314 85 cm wide and 36 39 42 915 99 1065 cm - photo 5

FINISHED SIZE

About 314" (8.5 cm) wide and 36 (39, 42)" (91.5 [99, 106.5] cm) long.

Belt shown measures 36" (91.5 cm) long.

YARN

DK weight (#3 Light).

Shown here: Patons Silk Bamboo (70% viscose from bamboo, 30% silk; 102 yd [93 m]/214 oz [64 g]): #85046 stone (MC), 2 (3, 3) balls; #85310 orchid (A), 1 (2, 2) ball(s); #85607 saffron (B), 1 ball.

HOOK

Size G/6 (4 mm) Tunisian hook.

Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

NOTIONS

Belt buckle; tapestry needle.

GAUGE

21 sts and 18 rows = 314" (8.5 cm) in TKS.

NOTES

Read charts from right to left for all rows, starting at the bottom right corner and working up.

Charts are worked in stranded method. Keep floats loose.

STITCH GUIDE
DECREASE ONE (DEC 1)

Insert hook through 2 sts instead of 1 and draw up a lp1 st decd.

DECREASE TWO (DEC 2)

[Insert hook through next st and draw up a lp] twice (3 lps on hook), yo, draw through all lps on hook2 sts decd.

Belt

With MC, ch 21.

Row 1: FwP: Draw up lp in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across21 lps on hook. RetP: Yo, draw through first lp on hook, *yo, draw through next 2 lps; rep from * across. Use this return pass for every row.

Row 2: FwP: TKS in each st across. RetP.

Row 3: FwP: TKS in each st across, working colors according to Row 1 of Body chart. RetP, working lp off the hook with the same color it was worked in.

Cont working in patt through Row 8 of chart, then rep Rows 18 until piece measures 3412 (3712, 4012)" (87.5 [95, 103] cm), ending with RetP.

Next row: FwP: TKS in each st across, working colors according to Row 1 of End chart. RetP, working lp off the hook with same color it was worked in.

Dec row: FwP: Working colors according to Row 2 of End chart, dec 1 (see ), TKS in each st across to last 2 sts, dec 1. RetP2 sts decd.

Cont working in patt through Row 10 RetP3 sts rem.

Last row: FwP: Work dec 2 (see )1 st rem. Do not fasten off.

With RS facing, work 9 sc down left side of belt point to smooth out edge. Fasten off.

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