Beginner's Guide to Crochet is an illustrated book containing step-by-step instructions based on one of the best knitting manuals. The designs feature exquisite motifs and a lovely lace scarf. Learn all about the techniques, then put them to use with 15 stunning designs ranging from coasters to an exquisite shawl. There are additional particular strategies for increasing and decreasing, reading patterns, and completing a project. Rita Weiss is an author, designer, and instructor whose name is well-known in the knitting, crochet, and cross stitch communities. Author of more than 150 books.