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Filet Crochet: Learn the Timeless Art of Filet Crochet Paperback – Import, 24 July 2017 by Dorothy Wilks

Dorothy Wilks . Createspace Independent Pub . English

Dorothy Wilks’ latest book, Filet Crochet; Learn the Timeless Art of Filet Crochet, introduces you to the age old art of Filet crochet. With Filet crochet you can create stunning pieces of art by crocheting pictures into flat crochet using solid mesh and open mesh stitches. Used with thread and just about any weight of yarn, Filet is one of the most enduring and popular forms of crochet. In her book Dorothy introduces you to the basics of the Filet technique, the stitches used and how to crochet them, how to read a graph pattern, and how to crochet your very first Filet project. With her easy to understand instruction and clear images you will learn how to Filet crochet in no time. She explains how the different stitches come together in a pattern. These include: Open Mesh Stitch Solid Mesh Stitch Lacet Stitch Rectangles Big Squares How Sociopaths Blend In Dorothy also includes her own original easy Filet patterns for you to practice your newly learned skills. She also includes a size chart for afghans so that you can create your own Filet afghan in sizes ranging from receiving blankets to king size beds. She also explains the math and how to figure out how many Filet motifs you will need for an afghan. Each stitch and step is fully explained and she also encourages you to create your own Filet charts. If you’ve always admired the delicate beauty of Filet crochet and you know how to crochet a chain stitch, single crochet, and double crochet stitches, this book is your first step to learning how to not only crochet Filet stitches, but how to read a Filet chart. Don’t miss out on this great resource and welcome addition to any crochet artist’s library. Black and White Version** Buy It Now

Categories: Art & Design

About the Author

Dorothy Wilks grew up at the side of her mother watching her knit and crochet beautiful projects. Her grandmother was also a master at crochet and taught Dorothy at an early age how to hold a hook and yarn. Both her mother and her grandmother were influential in developing Dorothy’s love of needlecrafts. Today Dorothy is an avid crochet and knitting enthusiast and writes instructional books to share her love of these crafts. She lives in central Illinois not far from the Mississippi River with her husband, two dogs, and two cats. They are the proud parents of two grown children who live not far from them. Family has always been important to Dorothy and she cherishes the time she can spend with hers. She enjoys all forms of needlecrafts which include crochet, knitting, and hand embroidery. Dorothy and her husband also enjoy camping and this gives her the perfect opportunity to enjoy crochet and knitting in the beauty of nature. Dorothy began writing crochet and knitting books after several of her friends and family asked her to teach them these popular crafts. She saw a need for instructional books which were clearly illustrated and easy to understand. Her books are written in her laid back and personal style. It’s just like Dorothy was sitting next to you explaining crochet and knitting techniques step by step. Dorothy hopes her books help spread the love of crochet and knitting. She enjoys learning new techniques and sharing them with her readers, and this shows in her personal and easy to understand instructions.

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