Tapestry Crochet

by Ventura, Carol Ann; Norton, Carol V.

• ISBN13: 9780932394156
• ISBN10: 0932394159
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1991-07-01
• Publisher: Interweave Pr

Summary

Inspired by the shoulder bags that are part of the Mayan Indian man's traditional outfit, Norton presents tapestry crochet, a form of sturdy crochet worked in two or three colors. The basics of crocheting with either the right or left hand are described and accompanied by clear drawings. To facilitate designing, Norton developed a graph paper that represents crocheted stitches; the elements of the grid resemble rounded shingles or overlapping bird feathers.

Table of Contents

Introduction	1	(4)
Crochet Basics	5	(14)
Suitable Yarns	5	(1)
Crochet Hooks	6	(1)
Slip Knot	7	(1)
Sampler	7	(1)
Left-Handed Single Crochet	8	(1)
Right-Handed Single Crochet	9	(3)
Left-Handed Single Crochet in Rounds	12	(1)
Right-Handed Single Crochet in Rounds	13	(6)
Tapestry Crochet Basics	19	(14)
Inserting Hook, Left Hand	20	(1)
Carrying Colors, Left-Hand	20	(1)
Inserting the Hook, Right Hand	21	(1)
Carrying Colors, Right Hand	21	(3)
Left-Handed Tapestry Crochet	24	(1)
Right-Handed Tapestry Crochet	25	(1)
Tapestry Crochet Tips	26	(1)
Gauge	26	(1)
Tension	27	(1)
Shaping	28	(2)
Finishing	30	(1)
Blocking	31	(2)
Other Crochet Techniques	33	(8)
Spiral Crochet	33	(1)
Double Crochet Stitch	34	(1)
Triple Crochet Stitch	35	(1)
Reverse Single Crochet	36	(1)
Alternate Row-Switch-Hands Single Crochet	37	(1)
Borders	38	(3)
Design	41	(14)
Design and Color	41	(1)
Graph Papers for Tapestry Crochet	42	(5)
Circle Worked in Rounds	47	(1)
Circle Worked Flat	48	(1)
Charting the Design	49	(1)
Interpreting the Charts	50	(5)
Color Plates	51	(4)
Projects Crocheted in Rounds	55	(12)
Eyeglass Cases	55	(2)
Change Purses	57	(2)
Pillow	59	(4)
Rectangular Shoulder Bag	63	(4)
Spiral Crochet Projects	67	(18)
Clock Faces	67	(4)
Cylindrical Baskets	71	(4)
Cylindrical Shoulder Bag	75	(6)
Shaped Basket with Lid	81	(4)
Flat Tapestry Crochet Projects	85	(17)
``Someday...'' Wall Hanging	87	(8)
Wall Hanging with a Photographic Image	95	(7)
Suppliers List	102	(2)
Bibliography	104	(1)
Index	105