I would (they tell me) make a small commission on any of these books if someone would ever buy them. However, I want you to know that the selections are here because of the patterns, articles, appeal, assortment, format or whatever they offer. Also, where there was a choice the paperback is the featured book. If you can afford the extra dollar or so for the hard cover you'd do yourself well to buy it. Over the long haul the book will stay together better. Price makes a big, big difference with me -- I just assume it does for my visitors as well.

Don't you just love pouring over patterns -- deciding what to make for whom? It makes selecting hard, because there are so many to choose from, all of which would be appropriate. But, it's such fun to see all the beautiful designs available. I go over and over my books. Even though some of them date back to 1908 and 1925; I never lose my love of them. (although all my recent moves have meant I've lost books somehow) There's always a new way of looking at an old pattern. If you're short on books, I have some suggestions:

I have a caution, as well! Never, but Never, loan your books to anyone!! Nope, not even her!

The Filet Crochet Book, Chris Rankin

Encyclopedia of 300 Crochet Patterns, Stitches and Designs by Doris M. Smith, Brenda Parks (Editor)

Afghans on the Double (Crochet Treasury Series)

Bullion Stitch Embroidery : From Roses to Wildflowers (Milner Craft Series) by Jenny Bradford
God, how I'd love to own this book!

Crochet Designs for the Home: 20 Elegant Patterns from the Archives of DMC
by Dmc
Availability : This title usually ships within 24 hours.
Paperback, 48 pages This one seems to intrigue a lot of people. I know I'd love to have it. But I don't think there's a knitting or crochet book in print or out that I wouldn't love to have. I'm addicted.

For the Baby: Smocks and Sweaters, Samplers, Nursery Accessories, Cuddlies, and Toys to Knit, Crochet, Needlepoint, Sew, Cross-Stitch, Quilt, and Applique
by Erica Wilson
This Title Is Currently Not Available.
....If you would like to purchase this title, we recommend ....
Arghhhh, I Love baby stuff!! And Erica Wilson is my all time favourite needlework artist! The woman is incredible!

Big Book of Favorite Crochet Patterns by Mary Carolyn Waldrep (Introduction)

Old Lace and Linens Including Crochet : An Identification and Value Guide by Maryanne Dolan
This might seem an odd choice, but if you're like me you can copy any design you can see. I would like this one just so I could lift the patterns. If you have old linens and laces it might make you sick to find out that the "old stuff" you use so blithely is worth a fortune.

Herrschner's Blue-Ribbon Afghans (Crochet Treasury)by Janica Lynn York (Editor)
I think Herrschner's is a great resource for needlework supplies of any kind. They're on the net now you know @ www.herrshners.com. The catalogue is pretty well represented.

101 Thread Crochet Fridges by Kelly Robinson
Ok, I admit it -- I hate fridgies! But, I know dozens of people who adore them. Who am I to deprive others?

Baby Happy Hats by Jean Leinhauser, Kelly Robinson
It was the cover of this one that got to me. I knew someone had to be looking for this book!

Knitting and Crochet from McCall's Needlework and Crafts McCall's has the best patterns! Anytime I can get my hands on one of their books I go for it. Even the magazines are hoarded in my house. The patterns seem to be timeless.

Thread Crochet Oval Tablecloths by Hartmut Hass
There was a lady looking for an oval tablecloth last year. I found her one, but one is hardly a choice. This book promises many patterns.

Tapestry Crochet by Carol V. Norton. Out of print or not, this is an intriguing title. I would love to see it. New stuff is always interesting. Trying new things keeps us motivated and prevents our needlework from becoming stale. If anyone buys it I would be most interested in knowing that person's thoughts on it. I like the unusual and the unique and certainly Tapestry in crochet fills that bill.

Afghans to Crochet (Aunt Ellen's Treasury)by Carolyn Sheffield (Editor)
Treasury should be Treasure! This is a compilation of afghan patterns from the old WorkBasket magazine. A publication I am old enough to sorely miss! I used to look forward to my mother's newest issue arriving in the mail.

Aunt Ellen's Crochet Handbook : A Treasury of Techniques and Projects by Staff of Workbasket Magazine (Editor)
This could be a good thing! More Workbasket stuff!

Left-Handed Crochet by Regina Hurlburt.
My late sister-in-law would have killed for this book. She was a leftie and couldn't seem to master crochet -- surrounded by right handed needleworkers.

Changing Knit to Crochet and Crochet to Knit by Jan Cook.
Where has this book been all my life? Why do such excellent resources end up out of print? I think it's time we got together and had a Needlecrafter's BestSeller's list. Or, a New York Times Book Review of Needlecraft books. Then, we'd know about these things in a timely fashion. Of course, I'd have to take up robbing banks to support my book addiction.......

Crochet designs : classic fashions from 1920s and 1930s by Margaret Deshmane
This is definitely a book I'd find of interest. Hope someone out there shares my taste.

The Home Art Crochet Book : 145 Old Fashioned Designs for Edgings Insertions Borders Etc by Flora Klickmann (Editor)
Another book I'd kill to own....... I love edgings and insertions! My pillow cases reflect that love, believe me!

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