Tara Cousins

Christmas Crochet: Done in a Day! 7 Quick & Easy Projects to Bring Out the Christmas Spirit by Tara Cousins
Book starts out with an introduction and also abbreviation list of terms used.
Each pattern includes a small color photo, a bit about the finished size and material you will need along with instructions that are very easy to follow along.
Color diagrams along the way help to explain what is going on with the written words.
Cute gifts to make for any occasion. There are only 7 projects.… (más)

Learn Tunisian Crochet: Beginner Stitch Guide & 6 Easy Potholder Patterns (Tiger Road Crafts Book 2)
Starts out explaining the differences and the things that are the same with regular crochet, knitting and afghan stitch crochet.
I am a crochet designer and have tried this method of crocheting but didn't realize how much more you can really do with the stitches.
Lots of photos and diagrams to help explain things.
Patterns are included. Really good straight to the point book, great references!… (más)

Just Stitches: 70 Knitting Stitch Patterns to Inspire Your Next Project (Tiger Road Crafts Book 4)
I am an avid knitter, make up my own designs and love to see patterns. I can then piece them together in a sweater or baby afghan.
This one starts out with abbreviations of the stitches and then onto the patterns.
Each pattern shows a colorful swatch and the written instructions on how to knit it.
Excellent resource book to keep with hard copies of similar books I have in my knitting library.
Turkish Stitch and Cosmopolitan will be the several I try for a charity baby afghan. So simple yet comes out elegant.
Other knit and crochet works are highlighted at the end.… (más)